Gary Lester Ames

Gary was preceded in death by the Love of his life, Jeanie, his parents Pat & Florence Ames, and his brother Terry Ames. He is survived by his brother Charlie (Janice) Ames, sister Linda Sutphin, daughters Cindy (Mike) McMahon, Christy (Jamie) Higham, grandchildren James (Joanna) Halverson, Eric (Molly) Halverson, Tina (Alan) Trujillo, Christopher Higham, Rachel (TJ) Wooten, great grandchildren Grace, Bailey, Cami, Brody, Rylan, Noah, and Cal,his nephew Chad, and many other family and friends.

Gary spent 41 years working at the CF&I. Gary was a very dedicated husband, father, brother, papa, and friend! He loved helping others, would drop what he was doing in a second if someone needed anything!

Gary was very creative, made amazing stained glass, windmills, and together him and Mom made lots of beautiful ceramics. He was so much fun to be with, such an amazing personality, always made us all laugh hard and smile big!!! Gary loved the Lord and enjoyed sharing his knowledge, we all learned alot from him! Such a great man, we will miss him tremendously!!! A graveside service will be Friday, March 19, at 2pm.