Gary Chester Stanek

Gary Chester Stanek

Gary Stanek Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 27, 2016.
Gary was born on May 8, 1950 and passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2016. Gary was a resident of Chicago, Illinois at the time of his passing. He attended Taylor Center High School in Taylor Michigan where he graduated salutatorian. He attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor graduating with high honors with a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering. He was married to Deniece. A Celebration of LifeMemorial will be held in Spring 2016 to honor his life. Heâs saddled up and riding onto the next chapter of life.

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January 19, 2023

Barb Bernhardy Fortney posted to the memorial.

January 19, 2022

Barbara Fortney posted to the memorial.

March 15, 2021

Jamie Stanek posted to the memorial.

Barb Bernhardy Fortney

January 19, 2023

I am thinking about you Deniece, and all friends and family. God Bless. Sending hugs

Barbara Fortney

January 19, 2022

Even though years have passed, I will always remember him as our good friend. He was also Best Man at our wedding and 25 year celebration. Thank you for being there for Russ and me. He is greatly missed,

Jamie Stanek

March 15, 2021

There are many moments to reflect upon that will light the pathway for the now and future.
For that I am grateful. You always had a plan and were thought out on achieving that. Miss ya Pops!

Barbara Fortney

January 19, 2020

Keeping your whole family in my prayers. It has been another whole year. He was a great man.

Sharon Scarlett

February 2, 2016

You were such an inspiration to me. Your life proved miracles do happen, and your courage and strength were so inspiring.. Countless fun times and memories we shared. Thank you for all the gifts you gave us, the memories & good times. May you rest/ride in peace brother.... I will miss you, with love, your baby sister...

Ride On G-Man! Love you bro!

Sharon Stanek-Scarlett

February 2, 2016

Tim Underhill

January 27, 2016

Your WingMan forever Bro.

Barb and Russ Fortney

January 26, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping the whole family in our prayers. God's Blessings!

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