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Gary Stark, 71, of Carrollton, MO passed away peacefully 08/04/2022 after a long fight with cancer. Gary graduated Carrollton High School in 1968. He attended Linn Tech Junior College and graduated in 1970. Gary served in the United States Army, PFC (Private First Class), from 1971-1972 in the Vietnam War. Gary was an extraordinarily skilled and hardworking diesel mechanic for the local agricultural community. He was a loving father, brother, uncle, friend, and papa. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, going to local farm sales, and spending quality time with his family and grandchildren.
Gary was a simple man and never one to boast. Per his wishes there will be no funeral or memorial services. In lieu of flowers and services, and to honor Gary’s character, we ask that all who wish to participate make a donation to St. Luke’s Cancer Institute via website at (https://saintlukesgiving.givevirtuous.org/Donate) or to the local Carrollton R7 Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter. He was incredibly grateful for all of his customers that supported Stark Agri Service throughout the years. He took great pride in his work and wanted to always ensure to treat his customers with the respect and fairness they deserved.
Gary married Jill Tindle in 1979 and within their union they had two children, Afton Stark and Shelby (Stark) Davis. He is survived by his two children, Afton Stark and Shelby (Stark) Davis and siblings Sharon (Stark) Eden, Shirley (Stark) Wheeler, Llyod Stark, and Roger Stark. His loving grandchildren Jordan Zacharko, son of Afton Stark, and Cole Davis, son of Zach and Shelby (Stark) Davis. He is proceeded in death by his father, William Stark, mother Annarose Laura Stark, siblings Willeta Williams (Stark), Harold Stark, Bill Stark, Wyman Stark, Jim Stark, John Stark, and Clarence Stark.
Cindi and David Randolph says
So sorry for your loss prayers for his family.
Janet O'Neal says
So Sorry For Your Loss!
Mary Randolph says
I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Houston and Marla Randolph says
Very sorry for your families loss. Gary was a great person and had a great business. He will be greatly missed
Marty and Kimi McAlister says
We are very sorry for your loss. Marty enjoyed working with Gary and helping him out and vice versa. He was a great friend and he will be missed.
David and Judy Auer says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We appreciated Gary’s help so much and enjoyed his company. One great guy!
sandy Lybarger says
So so sorry. Prayers n hugs for all
Brandon, Justina, Rodney and Rex Schuchmann says
So sorry for your loss! Loved growing up with you and spending time with your dad. My boys enjoyed watching Gary work. He will be missed.
Sindy Fernandez says
Afton & Family:
There’s no words that can comfort the loss of a loved one. You’re in my prayers and may be now Rest In Peace. Love you
Karen Barker says
So sorry hear about the passing of Gary. I am sure he will be missed. Shirley wheeler and sharon i am thinking of you and sending prayers.
David & Peggy McGaugh says
We will remember Gary as a great friend. We will be forever grateful for his help moving in the flood of 1993.
Marilyn Hartwig says
So sorry for your loss. Sending lots of hugs and prayers to the family.
Glenda Magruder says
So sorry for your loss! Prayers sent to all
Marietta Stephenson says
So sorry for you all loss, prayers for everyone.
Jim Jarvis says
Gary was a great guy and friend! He was always there to help when needed, and was one of the best mechanics in the country. My prayers asking for Gods blessing and peace for the family. He will be greatly missed!!
Sarah Jane Famuliner says
We are so sorry…Gary was a great guy and so gifted with his business.
Vickie & George Becker says
So sorry, prayers for his family ????
Gary was a great guy and very hard worker, he will be missed by all that knew him!
Shirley Ward says
So sorry for your loss.
Connie Bowman says
So sorry for the lose of your loved one!! Thoughts and prayers for the family.??????
Debbie Hudson says
To the family we are so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Ron and Barb Lyon says
Afton and Shelby,
We are so saddened by Gary’s death. He had a great work ethic and skills that served him well! Our thoughts and prayers for your family. He’ll be missed!
Dennis and Angee Germann says
We will miss Gary so much! He was a wonderful and helpful guy. His family and friends are in our prayers.
Linda Scharf says
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for the family
robert wayne hartwig says
he was great guy and hard worker. he will be greatly missed. so sorry for the family.
Terry & Bertie Hartwig says
Such a hard worker, with a strong work ethic. We loved his no nonsense answers, and his quiet ways. Great guy that will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Jamie Cooper Tillitt says
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Sharon Corf says
So sorry hugs and prayers to all
Susanna Mayer says
My heart hurts for you, Shelby & Afton. Praying right now for y’all as well as the rest of the family and will continue to keep y’all in my prayers! Love the time I got to spend with Gary. He loved you and Afton something fierce.
Jerry and Carolyn Lock says
Condolences ?
Rickie Eiserer says
I’ll miss my best friend very much. Between riding around having a cold drink, frying fish,or maybe a good argument with our other friend Doug Smith. Rest in peace Gary. Will miss you dearly Rick
Phyllis Germann says
So sorry for your loss. Gary was a great man. He helped us over the years several times. Your family are in our prayers. ??
Stephanie Clavin says
My deepest condolences. Gary worked with my Dad for years and was an amazing person. Praying for comfort.
Darrell Kay and Ron Mansfield says
Gary was a one of a kind We thought so much of him as a friend and mechanic We will really miss him He was a good friend to Darrell and Ron
Travis & Deandra Germann says
So sorry for your loss, Gary was such a dedicated guy to his daughters & his work of helping local farmers thru his mechanical skills. We all will miss him & his straight forward approach to life! A great guy he was. Treasure the fond memories always. Prayers for the family.
Larry & Carol Thoeni says
Sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences.
R M Brock says
Gary was a good friend to me. He help keep my old Machinery going. I’ll will miss him very much
Barbara Fisher Littrell says
Sending prayers to all ??
Donna Pence Miller says
Rest In Peace Gary, my old friend and neighbor.
Malia Penington says
Gary is a good man and father. Always cared for his family and children. Glad to know you are not in pain anymore in Heaven and in peace and with us in spirit. We love you and will miss you. ?
Norvell and Eleanor Scholle says
NORVELL AND ELEANOR SCHOLLE
Gary was a great friend, always willing to help . Will miss him so much. Living close to his work shop, will think of you often.
Jim England says
Sorry to hear of Gary’s passing . He was a great guy and friend. Prayers for his family during this sad time.
Gary n Cheryl Sanders says
We are heartbroken at the loss of our friend. One of a kind. We will miss him so much. Prayers for his family !
Reigge Crose Sr. says
Sorry for your loss. He was a true friend and I couldn’t have done it without him. He taught me alot.
Jackie Ritzinger and David Shields says
Such a sweet man…he will be missed . Prayers for his family and friends
Larry Fultz says
Always appreciated Gary’s knowledge of equipment and his willingness to share that knowledge anytime he was ask.