Gary proudly served his country in the United States Army, he served in Korea as a tank mechanic. He enjoyed fishing with his son. Gary attended numerous car shows over the years with his sons and won many awards with his '71 SS Chevelle.
Gary is survived by his children, Michael (Cassandra) Gardner, Gary Gardner II, Cathy (Kevin) Sandifer; grandchildren, Autumn, Dylan, Danielle, Savannah; great-grandson, Neko. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Gardner.
A visitation for Gary will be held Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will occur Friday, October 25, 2024 at 10:30 am, Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071. Burial will be at White Chapel Memorial Park, Troy, Michigan.