Gary Van Wert
May 18, 1949 - January 17, 2017
Obituary
Gary Van Wert left his physical body on January 17, 2017 in peace at home, with his daughter by his side. He was preceded in death by: his beloved Mother, Freida Peck in 2016, his Father, Melvin Van Wert in 1974, and his brother, Eddie Capan in 1957. He is survived by: his brother, Bruce (Karen) Capan, his daughter, Cary Davis, and his Grandchildren, whom he adored: Michaela, Mylynne and Gideon, and his lifelong friend and confidant, Roger Lyons.
Gary was honorably discharged from the National Guard, worked on APG for many years, and then began work at The Naval Academy in Annapolis as a welder. He retired as Head of Maintenance after many years of accredited employment.
He was an avid hunter, but his true love was crabbing in the Chester River on the Eastern Shore.
If you would like to make a donation in his honor, please donate to St. Jude Children's Hospital. www.stjude.org/donate or 1-800-608-7836
Gary's wishes were to not have funeral services, but to have a party! We will have a celebration of life on Saturday, May 20, 2017, to honor his birthday. For info, contact Cary at: carylynnedavis@gmail.com (717) 601-1409 or Karen at: karencapan55@gmail.com
Funeral Home:
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home
333 South Parke Street
Aberdeen, MD
US 21001
Events
Visitation
Tue Jan 17, 2017 @ 12:00 AM EDT
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home • 333 S Parke St., Aberdeen, MD 21001
Service
Tue Jan 17, 2017 @ 12:00 AM EDT
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home • 333 S Parke St., Aberdeen, MD 21001
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Memories
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Terri & David Glenn
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Heaven just got another angel. Guess they had a special project for some subject matter experts and needed both Gary & Russell working together. Keep in mind that Gary left behind a treasure chest filled with special memories that we can all cherish forever. While his physical presence may have been taken from us, we all know he will never be forgotten. His candle burned out long before his memory ever will. With deepest sympathy,
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Charles Carter
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Rip my old friend! Haven't seen you in years, but still though of you when I went by Trappe Rd. We grew up together always remember those I grew up with ! God bless you
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Foutz Chiropractic
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We are so very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We will keep you in prayer and our thoughts.
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Vicki Vincenti Eller
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RIP dear friend. Lots of great memories especially the Saturday night dances.
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Donna Baker
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My condolences again to Ms. Freida's family, especially to Gary's daughter. I did not know her sons; just met them at her service. Still have been keeping you all in my prayers since Ms. Freida's death; will continue to do so.
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Tonna
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Dear Cary and family, My deepest condolences in the passing of your Dad (Grandfather). I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Keep the memories close to heart as the New Year continues. Love you Cuz..