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Richmond - Gary William Dare, age 65, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at Reid Health after a long illness.
Gary was born on February 22, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana, to Byron W. and Dorothy Zuber Dare. He was a graduate of Eaton High School and earned a degree in agricultural engineering from Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. After college, Gary worked in marketing and sales for FMC Corporation in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Houston, Texas. He returned to Richmond in 1986 and entered into a career of farming, which he enjoyed for the last 30 years. Gary's interests also included architecture, and he designed beautiful spaces. Gary loved reading, doing crossword puzzles, playing Sudoku on his computer, and following the stock market. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus.
Gary will be deeply missed by his wife of 29 years, Diane D'Amico Dare; father, Byron W. Dare of Richmond; brother, Jeff (Pam) Dare of Eaton, Ohio; brother-in-law, David A. D'Amico of Sarasota, Florida; nieces; nephews; and many close friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother; brothers, Greg and Jim Dare; paternal and maternal grandparents; and his cherished dog, Sandy.
There will be private services for Gary William Dare. Arrangements are being handled by Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at www.doanmillsfuneralhome.com.
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Vickie Volkerding
May 20, 2018
The Eaton High School Class of 71 is sadden to hear of the loss of our class-mate, Gary William Dare. We will ALL miss Gary and his smile. Until we meet again, my friend, may you Rest In Peace.
Carol Taggart
May 19, 2018
Diane, so sorry for your loss. Lost track of you from our Nettle Creek days.
Yvonne Rudicil
May 19, 2018
Diane and David, I know we have not seen each other since grade school years. I read this and want to send my thoughts and prayers at this time for all the family.
Yvonne Witte-Rudicil
May 17, 2018
Our Deepest Condolences go out to all of the Dare Family. We are so sorry for your loss.
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Vicki Peacock
May 17, 2018
Diane my name is Vicki and I'm a manager at Applebee's. We met a few times. We are all.so sorry for your loss. Gary was a great man. He was funny, fun, so smart and a character. He fit in well with our work family. We are all so heartbroken for you and your family. He will be missed so. There's a Miller Lite and a sweet note for him at our bar today. I know we'll be smiling and sharing stories tonight. Prayers to you and a big hug. He was a class act. ❤
Melinda Pegg
May 17, 2018
My condolences to the Dare family.
Anne Wettig
May 17, 2018
Dear Diane and family, so sorry to hear this. My sincere condolences go out to you all
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