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He is survived by his sons Michael Frederick and Robert Frederick (wife Jamie Hooten Frederick), and his cherished grandchildren: Benjamin, Haddon, Mikaela, Jack, Caleb, Genevieve, and Sarah.
Gary was ordained as a Methodist Minister in 1964 after graduating from SMU, where he met Judy. He served congregations in Garland and Austin, Texas before beginning a 35-year career with the Texas Department of Human Services and Texas Workforce Commission. A proud Eagle Scout and Order of the Arrow member, Gary loved camping, backpacking, and coaching his sons' basketball and baseball teams.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Longview, Texas.
Gary will be remembered for his faith, kindness, and dedication to family and community.
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