Gary E Greer

1935 - 2017

Gary E Greer obituary, 1935-2017, Independence, MO

BORN

1935

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Newcomer's Floral Hills Funeral Home & Floral Hills Cemetery

7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD

Kansas City, Missouri

Gary Greer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 12, 2017.

Gary Greer, age 81, passed away July 11, 2017. Memorial service will be held at 2:00pm, Thursday, July 20th, at Floral Hills. Family will receive friends beginning at 1:00pm.



He was born in Kansas City, MO to Ernest and Sarah Marie Greer. He graduated from Buckner, MO high school, and attended college in Warrensburg playing football.



He was an avid golfer, achieving his best score of 68 at Rockwood Country Club. Gary was a member of the Eagles and a Shriner. He was adventurous and enjoyed life to the fullest.



Gary was preceded in death by his wife, LeAnne Greer; his son, Greg Greer; son-in-law, R.W. Gehrs; brother, Bill Greer.



He is survived by his daughter Sydney Arnold, and her husband, Larry; son, Kelly Greer; daughter, Christine Gehrs; siblings: Raylene Wallace, Mary Frye, and Rex English; grandchildren: Brandon Gehrs, Nick and Savannah Gehrs, Janea Greer, Kyle Gehrs, Kati and Justin Cashman; great granddaughters: Saylor, Emmy, and Lily.



In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the family to offset service expenses.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary Greer

Sponsored by Newcomer's Floral Hills Funeral Home & Floral Hills Cemetery.

What is your first memory of Gary?

Share a favorite memory you have of Gary.

Tell us about a special moment you shared with Gary.

Describe a time when Gary made you laugh or smile.

What is something you will always remember about Gary?

Talk about a shared experience you had with Gary.

What is something you did together that you enjoyed?

Describe a place or activity that reminds you of Gary.

Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving Gary.

What is something you learned from Gary?

Not sure what to say?

2 Entries

July 14, 2017

Lisa Oyler

Christine, Sydney and Kelly, sorry for your loss and I am thinking about you guys.

July 13, 2017

Gary & Judy Brown

Christine, Brandon and Nick...so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Gary Greer's name

Memorial Events
for Gary Greer

Jul

20

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Newcomer's Floral Hills Funeral Home & Floral Hills Cemetery

7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD, Kansas City, MO 64133

Jul

20

Service

2:00 p.m.

Newcomer's Floral Hills Funeral Home & Floral Hills Cemetery

7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD, Kansas City, MO 64133

Funeral services provided by:

Newcomer's Floral Hills Funeral Home & Floral Hills Cemetery

7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD, Kansas City, MO 64133

How to support Gary's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Gary Greer's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more