Gary Joseph Stakely Columbus, Ohio Obituary

Gary Joseph Stakely

<p>Gary Joseph Stakely, age 59, passed away July 21, 2022. He graduated from Westland High School in 1981. Gary was currently employed at OSU/The James. He was an avid collector of many things, especially antiques. Preceded in death by mother, Ella Louise; father, Norman Stakely; sister, Pamela Rubio (Orris); brother, Michael S. Stakely. Survived by brother, Thomas G. Stakely; nieces: Tonya Zimmerman (Orris), Sarah Turner (Stakely) and Allison Stakely; nephew, Robert Rubio; many great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call Friday, August 12, 2022 from 4-6pm at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME with CREMATORY, 2693 West Broad St.</p>
June 9, 1963 - July 21, 202206/09/196307/21/2022
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Jennifer Hunt
March 30, 2023
I've known Gary since we were kids; he's my second cousin. I had no idea he had passed, and now I wish I'd tried harder to get in touch with him. You never know hwne you will lose a friend or family members, so keep in touch and be sure to let them know you care. I'm sor... Continue Reading
Jeffrey Johnson
August 31, 2022
Gary was a great guy with a kind heart. I remember sending him home with loads of grilled meats I'd made for him and another friend for a Forth of July celebration. He was so polite and thankful. A real sweetheart of a guy. I will miss his boyish charm.
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Deborah Theobald
August 8, 2022
I worked with Gary for 3 years at the James Cancer center on the Bone Marrow Transplant unit. He was a great co worker and friend.. will miss him...
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CFS Store
August 8, 2022
Gary and his willingness to help everyone will be deeply missed! He never failed to make his coworkers laugh during the long nightshifts.
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The staff at Jerry Spears Funeral Home
August 6, 2022
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Gary. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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