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Gary Bemis Obituary
Gary Roger Bemis, 60, of Fort Smith, passed from this life on December 22, 2020. He was born on May 29, 1960 in Manchester, New Hampshire to Andrew and Dorothy Bemis. Gary worked in the construction industry as a framer. He was an immense Patriots football fan. Gary enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He had a huge heart, was loved by many and known by most as Dad.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Gary is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Melissa Bemis; one daughter, Kendra Barber of Fort Smith; six sons, Corey Randlett and Adam Bemis both of Manchester, NH., Josh Bemis and wife Ashley of Manchester, NH., Matt Bemis and wife Amanda of Manchester, NH., Jeremy Barber of Van Buren, Cody Mitchell and wife Patricia of Magazine; one sister, Donna Pinkham and husband Joe of Manchester, NH.; one brother, Tom Bemis and wife Carol of NH.; step-mother, Louise Bemis of Manchester; 23 grandchildren; In-laws, Glenda and Terrance Barber of Fort Smith; three brother's in law, Mark Barber of Fort Smith, Matthew Barber and wife Julie of Fort Smith, Tim Barber and wife Terri Lee of Washington State.
The family will hold a private memorial service. Services are entrusted to Edwards Funeral Home. To place online condolences, visit www.edwardsfuneralhome.com
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