He graduated from David Lipscomb College in 1955 with a BA in Business Administration. Gene began his working life in the building materials industry selling roofing products and continued to do so for the rest of his career. He was blessed in his business partnerships with Phil Johnson and Roger Ciapara, successfully creating and operating their own distribution business for many years.
Gene was a member of the West Olive Church of Christ and served as an elder. A natural athlete, he played football and basketball in his youth and loved playing golf and watching college football.
Gene is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joan (Smith), brothers Don and Jerry, sons Jeff (Michelle), Paul (Molly) and Chris (Linda), nephew James (Nancy) Deel, nieces Ava McCoy and Lynn (Tom) Hayes. Gene was blessed with 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by brothers Clarence, Fred and Bev as well as sisters Ethel, Helen, Ruby and Anna Laura.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Del Webb Hospital for caring for Gene in his final hours. Also special thanks to Bob and Nina Sarsfield for being such good neighbors, and to Jimmy Pinzon at West Olive Church of Christ for his unwavering support and assistance over the years.
Visitation is scheduled for 10:00 am with service to follow at 11:00, at the West Olive Church of Christ in Peoria, AZ. A private family internment will take place immediately following the service at Sunland Memorial Gardens in Sun City, followed by a luncheon at West Olive Church of Christ.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Christian College Scholarship fund at West Olive Church of Christ.
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