Gary Wayne Cagg, 70, of Nelsonville, passed away at his home on Friday, January 23, 2026. Gary was born on March 21, 1955, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Lawrence E. and Anna Marie (Bunthoff) Hartley Cagg.
Gary is survived by his sister, Emily Jane Shea of Jacksonville, and many nieces and nephews.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Clarence P. Hartley, John D. Hartley, Virginia Stump, Linda Koenig, and Mary Ann Ritgers.
No services will be held at this time. Burial will take place in New Marshfield Cemetery, New Marshfield. Arrangements are with the Souers Cardaras Funeral Home, 46 Fayette St, Nelsonville.
Please sign his online guestbook at www.cardaras.com
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46 Fayette Street, Nelsonville, OH 45764

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