Gary Machmer

The world will be missing a loving father, husband, brother, uncle, and Papa as Gary Machmer

passed away unexpectedly on July 23, 2025.

Gary was born in Canton, Pennsylvania on November 16, 1947. He had an awesome childhood

with his mother, Ethyln Morgan Machmer and his father Russell Machmer. Both of his parents

preceded him in death. Gary has two sisters, Annette Baker of Montoursville, Pennsylvania and

Nancy Machmer of Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The Machmer family had a large extended

family who enriched Gary's childhood.

Gary graduated from Canton High School in 1965. He continued his studies at Lock Haven

State College where he majored in Mathematics. Gary played baseball for the college team,

continuing his studies and earned his Master's Degree. Gary taught high school mathematics

at Troy High School for 30 years and served as the Math Department Chairperson. During his

career, he coached high school volleyball and football. He also coached collegiate football and

umpired high school baseball games.

Sports were one of Gary's lifetime passions. As a loyal fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates, he often

told the story of meeting Roberto Clemente! He was also an avid fan of the Tampa Bay

Lightning, attending every game. As for football, he was a converted Green Bay Packer fan!

Gary also enjoyed golfing and bowling.

Being a member of Lions Club International was another important part of Gary's life. He was a

loyal member with Perfect Attendance for 55 years. He was dedicated to the Troy, PA Lions

Club where he served on many committees and all the offices. He used those experiences to

become the District Governor. Following that position, he was chosen to be the Pennsylvania

State Council Chairman. After that position, Gary served on Long Range Planning as well as

Pennsylvania Sight Conservation and Eye Research.

Another one of life's pleasures for Gary was his family. He was a devoted father supporting his

daughter, LaShonna, in all of her interests and activities. He was a support and friend for his

son-in-law, Ruben. He enjoyed long conversations with his sisters about past adventures and

current news. Gary was a great help to his mom-in-law Millie when she needed his sage

advice. With his wife, Gloria, he shared all of life's adventures for nearly 48 years of marriage.

He newest joy called him Papa. Archer, his two year old grandson, shared cookies and lots of

love with him.

Surviving Gary is his wife, Gloria LeBaron Machmer, daughter and son-in-law LaShonna and

Ruben Perez, grandson Archer Perez, sisters Annette Baker and Nancy Machmer, and motherin-law Mildred LeBaron. Gary is also survived by numerous extended family members including

nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles.

A Celebration of Life will be help at the Troy Vets Club in Sunday, September 21, 2025 from

1:00-4:00pm. The address for the Troy Vets Club is 183 Veterans Dr, Troy, PA 16947.

Memorial donations can be made to the Troy Lions Club, PO Box 215, Troy, PA 16947.Please

note in the memo: "In memory of PCC Gary Machmer".

Online donations may be made at http://jotform.com/213534408445050

Donations will be used to continue Gary's mission to serve the visually handicapped and the

blind.