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Gary L. Lawhead

1953 - 2025

Gary L. Lawhead obituary, 1953-2025, Franklin, PA

BORN

1953

DIED

2025

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Knox, Pennsylvania

Gary Lawhead Obituary

FRANKLIN - Gary L. Lawhead, 72, of Franklin, passed away Aug. 9, 2025 at Hamot Hospital in Erie following a lengthy illness.

He was born on June 14, 1953 at Clearfield Hospital, and was the son of Theryll Lawhead and Annamarie Capatch Lawhead. Gary was married to Tina Gilpin.

Gary graduated from Clearfield High School in the class of 1971. He worked numerous jobs, including The Best Western in Clearfield.

He enjoyed auctions and working on houses. He also enjoyed driving his pride and joy, a Chevy Camaro.

Gary is survived by his mother, Annamarie (Capatch Lawhead) Welch; his wife, Tina Gilpin-Lawhead; two sisters, Cindy (Dan) Straub, and Kim (Tim) Eyerly; two sons, Chad Lawhead, and Pascal (Kristi) Lawhead; a daughter, Jodi Lawhead; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is also survived by his very special uncle, Jim Capatch.

Gary was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, and a very special aunt, Shelia.

Per the family's request, there will be no service.

A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family.

Internment will take place at the Perry Chapel Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. in Knox.

Online condolences may be sent to www.rupertfuneralhomes.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Progress from Aug. 13 to Aug. 14, 2025.

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Linda Lawhead Pollock

August 15, 2025

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Sending condolences & hugs to Tina, Aunt Ann, Cindy, Kim & their families.

Gregory plubell

August 15, 2025

I graduated with Gary. My condolences to the family. Sadly missed Gary

Terry Conaway

August 15, 2025

Gary and I were great friends in East end. I spent alot of time with him and his family. Prayers for Ann, Cindy, kim and wife Tina and the kids. He will be missed.

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