Gary L. Burrows

Gary L. Burrows obituary

Gary L. Burrows

Gary Burrows Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Austin H. Eberly Funeral Home, Inc. - Dallastown on Nov. 15, 2025.

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Gary Lee Burrows, 67, of Dallastown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on November 13, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 6, 1958, in Baltimore, Maryland, Gary built a life defined by hard work, devotion to his family, and a warm, generous spirit. In 1999, he relocated to Red Lion, Pennsylvania, where he continued to build his legacy both personally and professionally.

Gary was the President and cofounder of Snack America Services, a business he proudly built and operated alongside his wife, Lorraine, for 39 successful years. Together, they created not only a thriving company but also a community of colleagues and friends who admired Gary's leadership, dedication, and integrity.

Gary had a special gift for mentoring young people, offering wisdom, encouragement, and opportunity to the next generation. He also found joy in tinkering with projects, with left places better than he found them. He had an incredible work ethic, and never gave up in the face of a challenge.

He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Lorraine Marie Burrows (Camley); his son, Chad Burrows and his wife Shanda; his daughter, Amanda Rinier and her husband Joshua; and his daughter, Shelby Schaeffer and her husband Aaron. Gary will also be deeply missed by his nine cherished grandchildren: Sawyer, Mila, Sailor, Aria, Scout, Priya, Alexander, Shiloh, and Sage. His family was the pride and joy of his life, and he treasured every moment spent with them.

Gary loved the beach and found great joy in the sun, sand, and sea. He spent many happy years visiting Ocean City, Maryland, and in more recent years, Gullsway Campground in Dagsboro, Delaware. These places brought him peace, laughter, and countless memories shared with the people he loved most.

A funeral service to celebrate Gary's life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the Austin H. Eberly Funeral Home, Inc. with Pastor Aaron Kunce officiating. A viewing will begin at 10:00 A.M. until the start of the service. Interment will follow at Dallastown Union Cemetery.

Gary's strength, kindness, and unwavering love for his family will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew him. May he rest in peace.

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