Gary Garber

Gary Garber, age 56, of Crystal Lake passed away June 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Loving husband of Denise, nee Bielfeldt, for 30 wonderful years. Devoted father to Brad and Megan Garber. Beloved son to Peggy (the late Ernie) Garber. Dear son-in-law to Jerry and Judy Bielfeldt. Loving brother to Kim (Craig) Miller. Fond brother-in-law to Debbie (Keith) VanThyne, Mike (Tammy) Bielfeldt, Mark Bielfeldt, Jason (Vickie) Bielfeldt, and Karen (Bill Thams) Kelly. Beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews, and a dear cousin to many. Lifelong friend to Tony (Missy) Wichhart. Gary was greeted in heaven by his beloved yellow lab, Max.
Gary was the proud manager of his father's family owned Auto Body shop. He loved fishing, golfing and the Minnesota Vikings. Later in life he enjoyed card games and was a fine "Bags" player. Gary had many accomplishments throughout his life but his greatest achievement was his family. He will be dearly missed.
A visitation will be held Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at Colonial Funeral Home, 591 Ridgeview Dr., McHenry IL from 3:00-8:00pm. Interment services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Gary's name to the American Cancer Society, the ALS Association, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For more information please contact Colonial Funeral Home, 815-385-0063.