Garry Lee Ebright

Garry Ebright, age 74, of Ithaca, died Friday, June 26, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center in Midland.

Garry was born on the farm in New Haven Township on November 15, 1945, the son of Clifford Charles and Artie May (Topper) Ebright.  

Garry graduated from Ithaca High School in 1964.  He worked as a meat cutter at Winget’s Meat Market for several years before working for GM in Lansing.  He loved small towns and had a passion for Ithaca, its people and its history.  He was currently writing a book about the history of Ithaca.  Garry also loved animals.

Garry is survived by his brother, Ron (Becky) Ebright of Houghton Lake; his sisters, Carol (Mark) Houlden of Norton Shores, and Sandy Ebright of Saginaw; his sister-in-law, Karen Ebright of Jefferson City, MO; and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Artie Ebright, and his brother, Richard “Cricket” Ebright.

No services are planned, but memorial contributions may be made in Garry’s memory to Dalis to the Rescue or the Thompson Home Library in Ithaca.

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca.  Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Comments

[Carla Reus]

Sorry to hear of the families loss, thoughts and prayers. Didn't know Gary well, but saw him often on the Ithaca site. May God be with the family and friends

[Tom & Kathy Kanitz]

Ron & Becky & all family, we are sorry to hear of Garry’s passing. We’ve really enjoyed all his dedication & input to Ithaca, Michigan & Our Memories, esp since we live out of state. He surely will be missed by many. Hope prayers & thoughts of many, along with your many memories will bring great comfort.

[Dean Parling]

I will miss Garry! We had many quiet talks about many things Ithaca and Family. To all of you I offer my sincerest condolences. May Garry's memory live on for all of us that knew him well.

[Dora (Tugen) Gillmer]

So sorry to hear, must of been sudden, I've really enjoyed all his articles of Ithaca on Facebook, beings I ve been away from there for so long, I always loved the pictures and stories he put on Facebook and comments different ones, would post.. . Class of "64"

[Doug & Angie Ballard]

Dear Ron, Becky & family,
So very sorry to hear of Garry's passing. He was always so friendly and he loved his hometown. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

[James Tugan]

A piece of Ithaca's history has passed from us. Always interesting to read his tidbits of people and places. Always and forever will remember Garry.

[Jerry and Cyndi Roslund]

Ron, Becky and family, we were SO sorry to hear this! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. I for one will miss his pictures and historical comments on our wonderful town of Ithaca. And I was aiways grateful for the time he spent visiting my Dad when he was at Pathways-Dad loved it! RIP Garry.

[Mary Laarman]

My heart breaks for Garry's family. I know that you all meant so much to him and that he was proud of everyone of you. May God bless you with His awesome peace.

[Traci Ebright]

I only recently learned that Garry was my second cousin after he reached out to me on facebook to find out who my Father was (John Romain Ebright). Although I never met him personally, he shared a couple of stories with me of my Grandfather (Harold Woodrow Wilson Ebright) often staying with them and babysitting him when he was a child and that he had recordings of my Grandfather and other family members playing music. I enjoyed following his posts in the Gratiot community. My condolences to his family and friends.

[Frandy Goostrey Garrett]

Ron, Becky and all of your family, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My peace and grace be with you all this this difficult time.

[Valorie Smith]

Ron, Becky, Carol & Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. So sad to lose another family member. I didn't know Garry well but our mother's were cousins and close like sisters, so of course our paths crossed often when I was young. I will always have sweet thoughts of your mom, Artie, and now she, Doc and Cricket have Garry by their side.

[Valorie Melow]

Dear Sandy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you process Garry’s death. He brought a lot of joy to those who followed his FB posts about Ithaca.

[Mike Wezensky]

My Condolences to Garry's Family and Friends.

[Carla Cooper]

I had the pleasure of working w/ both Garry & Cricket at the IGA in Ithaca. Both very nice people & always enjoyed a good conversation w/ Garry. So sorry for the family's loss.

[Jan. Naumes]

I am so sorry to hear about Garry. I enjoyed reading his stories in Ithaca. My condolences to his family and loved ones.

[Patty PAYNE Rudd]

So sad to hear of Garry’s passing. Peace and comfort wished for Garry’s family. I enjoyed working with Garry at Winget’s Market. I also appreciated all his input about our hometown of Ithaca and looked forward to his postings on Facebook. He always represented Ithaca well. He will be greatly missed. He was a friend to all.

[Paula Baldwin]

I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Garry was a very dear friend to me. I miss him already. I loved listening to all of his stories. May he rest in peace!! 💙💙

[Mary Kay Billig]

All of you are in my thoughts. I'm gonna miss him.

[Sam & Suzie King]

Sorry to hear of Garry’s passing. Our thoughts are with the Ebright family.

[Robert Lott]

I was surprised when I heard of your loss, so sorry. I was speaking to Gary just last week at Rics.We frequently talked about family, and compared notes on our health issues. I will miss him.

[Carole Montague Struble]

Sorry to hear that Garry passed away, read it in the Gratiot County Herald. I miss talking with Aunt Artie on the phone. After her passing I lost touch with Garry. So sorry for your loss, Ron, Carol and Sandy.
Cousin Carole