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Gary C. Tingey

Gary Tingey Obituary

Gary C. Tingey 7/25/36 ~ 11/20/07 BOUNTIFUL Gary C. Tingey, 71, passed away on November 20, 2007, surrounded by his wife and children, after an illness other than the cancer he patiently battled for many years. Gary was born on July 25, 1936, in Grace, Idaho, the second of five children of Carmen and Gen Tingey. He was proud of his heritage and loved the country and people of Grace and Grays Lake, Idaho, although Centerville was the home of his adult life. He married Ruth Forsberg on November 30, 1956, in the Salt Lake Temple, and they had six children. Gary was a skilled electrician and a successful businessman. He founded and then operated GT Electric, Inc. for 28 years until retiring in 2001. Gary was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and fulfilled many callings. He touched the lives of a generation of young men with his leadership, friendship and sense of humor. He frequently served his community; the Centerville July Fourth parade regularly featured his horse-drawn carriages and wagons. Gary worked hard and he could play hard, as was evident to anyone who golfed with him or tried to keep up with him on a snowmobile as he maneuvered up Caribou Mountain. He was always happiest when he was with his family, especially at the Grays Lake ranch. Gary is survived by his wife of nearly 51 years, Ruth, his children, Wendy (Alan) Spencer, Carrie (Grant) Petersen, Brett (Lonii), Jean (Todd) Leishman, Trent and Wade (Lori), 24 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, his brothers, Monte and Steve, and his sister Carma Latvala. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Bonnie Woolf. Funeral services will be held Monday, Nov. 26, 2007 at 11 a.m. at the Centerville 6th Ward building, 900 S. 400 E., Centerville. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2007 at the Russon Brothers Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, and from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Nov. 26, 2007 at the Centerville 6th Ward building. Interment-Centerville City Cemetery. The family thanks Dr. Regina Klein and the staff of the Huntsman Cancer Institute, as well as the staff of Lakeview Hospital, for their professionalism and kindness. We love you dad, and will miss you everyday. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Nov. 24, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary Tingey

16 Entries

Elder & Sister Donald Watts

December 1, 2007

Dear Ruth and Family, It was a great shock when we heard of the passing of Gary. We have so many fond memories of him, you and your family. We send our love and best wishes to you. We will miss him when we return. We know he is in a place free of the pains of the world. May the Lord bless you and your family with the peace He can give to you. With sympathy and love.

Jaylene & Lairn Finlayson

November 30, 2007

To All the Tingey Family we Are so sorry for your loss,Our Heart breaks to think of your loss.May God comfort you at this time.Trent we love you Jaylene & Lairn Finlayson ( Katies Family)

Greg & Cindy Shoop

November 28, 2007

Ruth and family... I was so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I have wonderful memories of my childhood in Centerville but the fondest ones are of you, Gary and your children. I felt safe and warm under your care and will cherish those memories forever. It was only a few months ago you were there supporting me in the passing of our son. Thank you so much for that support. Illness prevented us from showing that same support in your time of need but know we had the best of intentions and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are only a phone call away should you need us. With much love...
Greg, Cindy and Family

Clark Yospe

November 28, 2007

Dear Ruth,
I am so sorry I did not see Gary in the hospital. I was planning on running their on my lunch hour when that morning I received a call from the Bishop about his passing. I want you to know how much the High Priest's Quorum in the 6th Ward will miss him. His great sense of humor. His willingness to help anyone at anytime. We will miss him in the meetings. We will miss him in our annual golf tournament. We will miss him as a friend and neighbor. I want you to know how much we love you also and how much we want to help you do those things that Gary "just took care of". May you know of our concern.
Sincerely, Clark Yospe & Emma

Larry Ellsworth

November 26, 2007

Ruth and Family,
We express our love and condolences. We loved Gary! He treated everyone as his best friend and we felt that he was ours as you are as a family. Our love and thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be comforted at this time knowing that life is eternal. Love, Larry, Caldene and family

Connie Moya

November 26, 2007

Dear Ruth, I am so saddened for you and your family for your loss. Gary was always such a delight to be around, I loved his jokes and sense of humor, he always made everyone feel good about being around him. Even though I saw him only frequently, I was always greeted with warmth and affection. This good man will be missed by all who knew him.

Art and Lee Forbush

November 26, 2007

Dear Ruth and family,
We are saddened to hear of Gary's passing. There are so many great memories of him and the fun he was in the good ol' with Hogan and Tingey. You are certainly in our prayers.

Curt & Sue Tingey

November 25, 2007

Ruth and family,
We will miss Gary greatly. We loved his good nature and quick wit. He was always fun to be around. Our hearts and prayers are with you and we will never forget Gary.

Gary and Jeanine Stillman

November 25, 2007

Dear Ruth & Family
Our warmest symphathys are sent to you and your family.
We so enjoy our friendship with Carrie and Grant and our hearts go out to them and you and your family. God bless you all at this time and through the Holidays and always.
Gary and Jeanine Stillman

Robert Forsberg

November 25, 2007

Sister Ruth: How Meryl Lynn & I wish we could be there to give you a big hug & show our concern for you. This is certainly a sad time for you and your family and in a small way, we're sure, sad for all of us too. We will cerainly miss Gary on special occasions and family activities. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Rob & Meryl Lynn

sherri leonard

November 25, 2007

Dear Ruth and Family; As you already know: I love Gary and your sweet family. He always made me feel so special everytime I would talk to him. I enjoyed his teasing and being able to tease in return. He is a bright shining light in the hearts of all who know him.
We know how difficult it is to lose a husbnd and father and can emphathize with your heartache. However; we know of a surety that our Father in Heavens plan will re-unite us with our families. We look forward to that great day.
Our prayers are with you.
Sherri Leonard / Deanna Lindsey

Mike Sibbett

November 24, 2007

Our family loved the Tingey family and is deeply sad on the lose of Gary. Please know our thoughts and prays are with you.
Mary Sibbett, Grays Lake
Mike, Barbara, and Mary Jo

Rex Beazer

November 24, 2007

Ruth and Family-
I don't know what we can even say to express our love for you and Gary and your family. What good times we have had over the years and what lasting, wonderful memories we share. Please, know that our deep friendship and our constant prayers are forever with you. Rex and Gary will meet each other some day on a horse!
Much Love
Rex and Pat Beazer

Joyce Manchego

November 24, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of loss.

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Mike Hogan

November 24, 2007

My deepest condolences to you, Ruth, and your family at this time. I will miss Gary, his cheerfulness and friendship will always be remembered.

Dave Hill

November 24, 2007

It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of this great man. Berdene and I are in Maryland at the current time and will not be home for Gary's funeral. Our memories go back many years of our association with this wonderful family. Gary was (is) a "man's man" but while he certainly had a "manly" way about him it is his kindness and willingness to serve others that we will remember most. He could always make me laugh and was always free with his recognition and compliments of others. What a man!! Goodbye dear friend..at least for now. Dave & Berdene Hill

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