Gary's Memory Wall
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So sorry to hear about Gary. I will miss his great advice and gentle humor. Margaret and Stephenie, he always talked of you with such love and care - please know how much he loved you. He will be missed. We know that he is in the arms of the Lord.
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Sandra Thurlow
June 4th, 2018 at 12:00am
I met Gary at Burger King in St. Joe. We both often stopped there for breakfast and would read the current best sellers while we ate. At some point we got to discussing what we were reading and that really made the books more enjoyable to get another person's view on what the author of the book was trying to convey. He often talked of his wife, Margaret, and what she was reading at the time. He also talked of his daughter Stephanie. He dearly loved her so much. She was the light of his life. She brought so much joy to him. Margaret and Stephanie you both were so blessed to be loved by Gary. He was a wonderful man. May God look after you both for Gary, Maggie Van Hoeven
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Margaret Van Hoeven
June 4th, 2018 at 12:00am
I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew Gary as my accountant for a couple of years but he was so gracious and personable that it always seemed more than just a working relationship. May God be with you as you mourn, bringing you peace and assurance.
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Susan Greenwood
June 4th, 2018 at 12:00am
I met Gary at the 505 Building a few years ago. Gary was a good friend and was always ready help anyone. I will miss going up to his office and having a conversation about life and about the scriptures. Gary will be truly missed.
John 5:27,28,29 says: 27 And he has given him authority to do judging, because he is the Son of man. 28 Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out...
There will be a resurrection, Acts 24:15 says: 15 And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous.
We will be able to see Gary again in the resurrection.
To the Renfro family...
I am so very sorry for your loss, I hope that these scriptures will help you to find a measure of comfort.
May Almighty God Bless you and yours,
In Christ Jesus' name we pray,
Amen
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Larry Smith
June 4th, 2018 at 12:00am
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Gary’s family. He was just a wonderful man and he will truly be missed.
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The Scherer Family
May 31st, 2018 at 12:00am
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. I learned so much from Gary over the many, many year of working with him; he will truly be missed. Tammy and I will keep you in our prayers.
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Brian & Tammy Wisneski
May 31st, 2018 at 12:00am
Our condolences to the family on Gary's passing. Alyson and I are part of your First-Church family, also Gary's clients for several years.
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David Olmstead
May 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Gary, Diane Penn lit a candle.
Gary had a wonderful sense of humor and great laugh. I remember many fun evenings with him and Muggs. Such a wonderful man, sending love to Margaret.
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Diane Penn
May 29th, 2018 at 12:00am
The Friends of the Lincoln Township Public Library extend condolences to the Renfro family. The Friends are most appreciative of Gary's service to the Friends during the past years. He will be missed.
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Carol Reigle
May 25th, 2018 at 12:00am
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a trusted adviser, a good friend and a great man. Most people aren't too fired up to see their CPA as the news is often unpleasant. However, I always looked forward to my annual meetings with Gary. Even when he delivered bad news, he did it with a smile and a joke. Our conversations never solely consisted of business as we always wound up talking about life and our families. He was such a positive influence in my life and I will surely miss him.
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Keene Taylor
May 23rd, 2018 at 12:00am
Gary was a very kind soul and wonderful human being. We were so appreciative of him looking out for us as our CPA. Gary will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this most difficult time.
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Sheri & Shannon Welche
May 23rd, 2018 at 12:00am
Gary and I spent many years golfing and playing pool together, one of the nicest guys I ever knew. Honesty and integrity was alive in Gary and he will be deeply missed. I am a better person to have known him.
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Mike Whitt
May 22nd, 2018 at 12:00am
Gary was a trusted advisor to me in many ways, as a friend, Christian counselor, financial consultant and all around example of how we should live our lives in relationship to others. May God bless his whole family with the kindness and thoughtfulness he has been an example of.
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John H. Conlin
May 22nd, 2018 at 12:00am
Margaret and Stephanie I am so sorry for you loss. Gary was a great person. I worked with him when he used to do the City of St. Joseph’s audit. I always enjoyed working with him during the audits and liked when I ran into him somewhere in town. May you find comfort in your memories.
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Elizabeth Ball
May 21st, 2018 at 12:00am
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Gary was my CPA, customer, but most of all, my friend. I will miss his wisdom and kindness. May you find peace in knowing that Gary is now in the arms of our Lord, without any pain and sadness. He was definitely a one of a kind. Hugs to you, Margaret and Stephanie!
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Kathy Thornton
May 21st, 2018 at 12:00am
Gary was truly a nice, kind person, and he will be missed by everyone that knew him.
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Mary Z.
May 21st, 2018 at 12:00am
