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Gary Masterson Obituary

Gary Roane Masterson, 61, loving husband, father, and grandfather was born September 2, 1952, and passed away on October 25, 2013, at his home in Deer Park, Texas.

He graduated from Deer Park High School in 1971 and enlisted in the Navy. He served in the Submarine service until 1979. Following the Navy he received his Associate of Technology from San Jacinto College while working at ExxonMobil. He retired from ExxonMobil in 2007. Gary's true love was being with his family and friends. His passions included new technology, music, traveling, and watching soccer.

He was preceded in death by his father, A.R. Masterson and brother, Larry Masterson.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Reno Masterson, daughter and son-in-law, Alyssa Masterson Holdren and Ethan Holdren of Spring, Texas, son, Jeremiah Masterson of Plano, Texas; grandchildren Ian Masterson, Ashton Holdren, and Ava Holdren of Spring, Texas; brother Dudley Masterson and sister Mari Ann McCaffrey of Deer Park, Texas, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.

Visitation was held from 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, October 29, 2013, at Rosewood Funeral Home, Pasdena, Texas, and Graveside Service was held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at Houston National Cemetery, Houston, Texas.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.rosewood.cc under "current services."


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Published by The Deer Park Broadcaster from Oct. 28 to Nov. 10, 2013.

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Bubba & Paula Pierce

October 30, 2013

Word's cannot express the sadness we feel for you dealing with the death of Gary. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

Scott Bradley

October 29, 2013

ASAP - always say a prayer - so sorry for your loss! Brenda&Scott Bradley

October 29, 2013

May you find comfort in your memories and solace in Jeremiah 29:12,13. My sympathy on the loss of your loved one.

Lea Blair

October 29, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Ann Thomas

October 29, 2013

Linda, Alyssa and Jeremy..
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and dad. There are no words that convey my feelings for what you must be going through and healing will take time. Hold tight to each other . Love to you, Ann

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