Gary Lynn Essary's Obituary
Gary Lynn Essary, 71, of Howardwick, TX passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 in Amarillo, TX.
He was born January 2, 1954 in Plainview, TX to J.T. Essary and Patsy June (Gorman) Essary. Gary was raised in Plainview where he graduated from Plainview High School in 1972. Gary enjoyed a career in Municipal Water Treatment, working 10 years for the City of Plainview and 24 years for the City of Lubbock. Gary was an avid bowler for many years. Then after retiring to Howardwick, TX he enjoyed camping, golf, family and friends.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Wilma Stephenson; and son-in-law, Mikey Cox.
Survivors include his wife of 29 years, Christy Essary of Howardwick; 7 children, April Cox of Onalaska, TX, Danny Essary (Jody) of Odessa, TX, Dale Essary of Saginaw, TX, Sean Palmore of Beeville, TX, Fallon Palmore (Luis Rodriguez) of Dimmitt, TX, Amber Palmore of Lubbock, TX, and Brandi Judd (Kyle) of Howardwick, TX; brother, Del Essary of Howardwick; seventeen grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Cremation and arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.
As per his wishes, no funeral will be held. A family gathering with close friends will be planned at a later date.
The family would like to thank the caring staff of NW Texas Hospital, The Craig Rehabilitation Center, and Gentiva Hospice.
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