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Gary Estep Obituary
Oct 26, 1943 - Jul 27, 2023
Sandusky
Gary W. Estep, 79, of Sandusky, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital after an illness.
He was born Oct. 26, 1943, in Shawanee, Tennessee, to Arnold and Faye (Hall) Estep.
Gary graduated from Middlesboro High School in Kentucky. He was employed by both Ohio Veterans Home and Ford Motor Company. In his spare time, he enjoyed singing, NFL football, and NASCAR.
Gary is survived by his sons, Tony (Katherine) Estep and Kimmy (Giselle) Estep, both of Florida; stepdaughters, Gina Wilson of Sandusky and Rhonda (Matthew) Johnson of Charlotte, North Carolina; grandchildren, Jennifer Estep and Candace (Miguel) Vazquez, both of Florida, and Tiffany (Matthew) Encinas and Matthew Johnson, both of Charlotte, North Carolina; great-grandchildren, Kymani and Michael; many stepgrandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Grace Huffman Estep in 2016; brother, Hollis Estep; and ex-wife, Sandy (Harroll) Estep Martin.
Visitation for friends will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023, until the time og Gary's funeral at 12 p.m. at Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Burial will follow at Meadow Green Memorial Park.
Those wishing to contribute to Gary's memory may do so to the Estep family, in care of the funeral home.
Condolences may be shared online at toftfuneralhome.com.
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Rhonda Johnson
August 2, 2023
Gary was one of a kind. Always loved to sing and would break out singing all his favorite country music songs anywhere and anytime. He loved to talk to people and tell his stories. His love for the Dallas Cowboys was endless.
I am thankful for the many years of having him in my life. He raised me from the age of 5 after my biological father passed.
His number one thing in life was the love for his beloved "Gracie". He worshiped the ground that she walked on and wanted to be beside her every second of the day.
I am Thankful that he is not suffering anymore and is now with his Lord and Savior and the most important person in his life... "Gracie".
Rest in Peace Gary! We will miss you. Love you - Rhonda
Jackie Shabazz
July 29, 2023
I loved to hear Gary sing...
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