Gary Cullen Obituary
Gary R. Cullen 73, of New Lenox IL, was born in Joliet Illinois to the late Patrick and Shirley (nee Hartel) Cullen and passed away on January 7, 2026. Beloved husband of Lynda (nee Church) Cullen. Loving father of Kristina (Eric Pershey) Scofield and Jeffrey (Jaclyn) Cullen; proud grandfather of Brandyn, Haevyn, Hunter, Maddyn, Emmi, and Londyn; dear brother of Sharon, Marge, Joel and Jan. Gary was preceded in death by his two brothers Michael and Patrick Cullen. All services are private.
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