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Gary Heiner Obituary

May 13, 1936 ~ June 27, 2013
Gary Reynold Heiner, 77, beloved father, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many, passed away of natural causes in his home in Murray, Utah on June 27, 2013. Gary was born on May 13, 1936 to Max Reynold Heiner and Alice Jean Anderson Heiner in Mt. Pleasant, Utah. He spent his early childhood years on a ranch in McKinnon, Wyoming where he learned his love for animals. He attended BY High School and Provo High where he graduated in 1954.
Gary served in the Army National Guard for 35 years. He spent some time working in the retail and finance field, but found his real passion when managing the Provo Elks Lodge and then finally the Officers Club at Camp Williams. He was married 3 times to 3 lovely ladies: Judy Parks Peterson, Susan Startin, and Patricia Long.
He is survived by 1 daughter, Rachael (Clint) Young; a sister, Karalee (Richard) Smith; a brother, Kevin (Genae) Heiner; and 11 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jean Paul Heiner. The family suggests donations to the Elks Scholarship Fund c/o Provo Elks Lodge or the Parkinson's Disease Foundation.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at the Provo Elks Lodge #849, 1000 South University Avenue, Provo, Utah. Friends may call at the lodge one hour prior to services.
Condolences may be emailed to [email protected].

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Jun. 30, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary Heiner

17 Entries

Ted Kingston

July 2, 2013

Gary was a great guy that always had that infectious smile. May you rest in peace my friend. May your family be comforted with the knowledge that you are now in a better place.

Robin Breeding

July 2, 2013

Will miss our long talks and the wonderful lunches you would bring to me at the Cottonwood Elks. I will miss your humor and smiling face.

Mike James, SGM (Ret)

July 1, 2013

Gary, you were a true friend to me. You were a mentor, a true professional. I am a better man because I have known you. We were a great training team together, so many great memories. I will always hold you in my heart and mind. SGM, this purple bag is in your honor.

July 1, 2013

You always made me feel better about life and the problems with that come with it. You seemed to be getting back to your old self. You were a part of our lives and we will miss you. Bob and Afton Babecki

Steve Borovatz

July 1, 2013

Sgt. Major, You are one of the best men I have ever known!

Kent Broadhead

June 30, 2013

Gary: You have one brother and one sister left alive. I hope you enjoyed the 77 years of your life. I tried to make contact with you many times but you had "other things cooking." Jean, Reynold and Paul will be happy to be reunited with you again. Best wishes to you Gary in your new adventure.
Uncle Kent Broadhead

Jim Foote

June 30, 2013

Gary was a great training partner, he was always willing to do what was needed to make the job easier. A group of us were just discussing Gary Friday and talking about inviting him to our monthly breakfast...Rest in peace Gary.

Garren Smith

June 30, 2013

I didn't know real well, but from the confersations idid have,i believe Garry was a very sincere person. He,and i delivered sub for santa gifts 2 different years togeather. I am sorry about his passing!

Larry Gillman

June 30, 2013

Gary you and I served together for 35 years. I'll miss the friendship we have enjoyed all these years even since our retirement. You've been a great friend thank you.

June 30, 2013

Gary was a great friend and fun training partner at Camp Williams. He taught me to laugh and not sweat the small stuff.

Tim Mugridge-Heber City

Mick Waters

June 30, 2013

Gary, my dear friend, I have dreaded this day for many years. You are like an older brother to me. You taught me so much about how to face challenges and how to be happy. Thank you for your friendship. I'm going to miss you a lot. Heaven is going to be a happier place with you in it. I'm certain you are keeping the angels entertained and laughing right now. Love ya lots!

Maridee Taylor

June 30, 2013

I am so sorry to heard the news. May Gary finally be at peace.

June 30, 2013

Gary you were a good friend in this life. May the journey into your next one be one of joy,happiness and freedom from suffering. Thank you for your service and your contribution to making this world a better place.

Bob Vert

June 30, 2013

We had 15 great years together at Camp Williams a lot of us will miss a great colleague and friend.

marshall (diggy) dignam

June 30, 2013

Gary, diggy here, sorry i missed you old friend, we had some good times together, at the club, San Francisco, in the field on the FTX during Color Guards, we laughed and cryed, but we always had a good time, remember the time you washed your car in the basement of that hotel in Frisco,and got in a fight with the protesters during that parade in Frisco. we had some good times.see you later buddy

John Crosby

June 30, 2013

Gary my friend,
It has been a few years since we last talked, I hope you find peace in your next adventure. You are, and will always be, a very unique individual. I Have thought about you often since you retired from th National Guard. Rest well my friend. Rest well.

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