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Gary Pringle Obituary
Gary Kenneth Pringle, 62, of Scranton, passed away, surrounded by his family, on Friday, May 27, at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton, after an illness.
Born Feb. 4, 1960, in Scranton, son of the late David Pringle Sr. and Donna Gail Rosencrans-Taylor, he was a graduate of Scranton Tech High School. He enlisted in the United States Army. After his tour of duty, he was employed by Kane Warehousing for many years. While serving with the 814th Quartermaster Company, United States Army Reserve, Bloomsburg, he deployed for Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom, and to El Salvador for a relief mission. He retired at the rank of staff sergeant after 24 years of service. At the time of his death, he was employed by Tobyhanna Army Depot.
Gary was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, lover of classic cars and car shows, and best friend to his Husky, Mosul. He could often be found tinkering on cars with one of his sons. Gary was a former member of VFW Post #3451, Scranton, where he also served as post commander. The loves of his life were his beloved granddaughters, who enjoyed spending time with their Poppy. Everyone will remember Gary by his infectious smile and laughter. He will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his sons, Nicholas, (Ashley), Bloomsburg; and Jordan, (Amanda) Exeter; granddaughters, Emma, Gabriella and Arielle Pringle; brothers, David Pringle Jr. (Connie), Scranton; John Taylor Jr. (Lisa), Archbald; Paul Taylor (Dorothy), Scranton; sisters, Donna Benjamin (Allan), Scranton; Barbara Conolly, Scranton; Storm Talluto (Vincent), Dickson City; and stepfather, John Taylor Sr., Scranton.; several nieces and nephews, including his godchildren, Jessica Jones and Mason Taylor.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth; and stepmother, Suzanne Pringle.
A blessing service will be held on Saturday, June 4, at noon at the Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home at 1240 St. Ann's St. in Scranton, with military honors to follow. Family and friends may call on Friday From 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements have been made though Howell-Lussi Funeral Home Inc., West Pittston, Pa.
Online Condolences can be left at the funeral home website at Howelllussi.com.
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