Obituary of Gary Douglas Snavely
Gary Douglas Snavely was born on February 22, 1944 in Monroe, Michigan to the union of Clarence and Dorothy (Bruhn) Snavely. He graduated from Monroe High School with the Class of 1961 and subsequently joined the military. Gary proudly served his country for four year in the United States Navy. On July 17, 1990 he surprised his family, who had gathered at the home of his brother in Rigsby, Idaho, with a wedding. Gary and his bride, Josephine (Bellestri), were blessed with thirty years of marriage.
Gary was known to often be working on projects to improve his home. He always had a project in the works and would never let anyone see it until it was complete. He built shelves and outdoor benches for his deck, where you could find him all summer long. He was often accompanied by his dog, a miniature pinscher named “Duke” – named after the actor, John Wayne. He even built a special place on the deck for Duke. Gary liked to shoot pool with his friends and read non-fiction books about history and war. A loving husband, father, and grandfather, he enjoyed spending time with his family more than anything else.
Gary Douglas Snavely, age 76, of Monroe, Michigan passed away at home on Monday, December 7, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter: Kristinia Mexicotte, and brothers: James “Jim” Snavely, William “Bill” Snavely, and Ronald “Ron” Snavely.
To cherish his memory, he leaves his wife: Josephine Snavely, son: Keith Moss, daughters: Gina Knox and Tammy Mexicotte, sisters: Bonnie Heck, Elaine Stohl, and Diane Bilisic, brother: Dean Snavely, and grandchildren: Raven, Brianna, Jessica, Aerica, Jaxen, Hailey, Ashley, Austyn, Dion, Dante, and Tyler.
Family and friends may gather on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until the Celebration of his Life at 1:00 p.m. at Merkle Funeral Service North Monroe, 2442 N. Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162 (734) 384-5185. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the State of Michigan’s mandates, guests will be limited in number, face coverings will be required, and no food or beverages will be permitted inside the building.
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