Gary K. Whitacre

Gary Keith Whitacre, 81, of Huron, passed away at Admirals Pointe Rehab Facility on May 7, 2024. He was born on September 7, 1942, in Elyria, OH to his late parents Earl and Mildred Whitacre.

Gary was a 1961 Elyria High School graduate and later dedicated many years of his life to the printing industry, finding joy and fulfillment in his work. Alongside his professional pursuits, he found great satisfaction in coaching Keystone sports, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of many young athletes. In his leisure time, Gary indulged his passions for hunting, fishing, boating, and cherished moments with his family. He created countless memories while pursuing these activities, always finding solace and contentment in nature and loved ones.

Gary is survived by his loving wife, Dianne (Kern) Whitacre; his children, Kristen (Mike) Roemer, Angie (Larry) Resko, Bill (Stacie) Whitacre, Nick (Vicki) Whitacre, Chad (Amanda) Whitacre, and Kyler (Lindsey) Whitacre; 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren whose lives he enriched with his love and wisdom; his sister, Shirley Loescher; his sisters-in-law, Carolyn Mowery and JoAnn Kern; as well as his brother-in-law, Chuck (Mary Jo) Kern. 

Gary is preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Chuck and Lois Kern; his brother-in-law, Ed Loescher; his previous wife, Marion Whitacre; and his infant son, Daniel Whitacre.

The Whitacre family will welcome friends and family to raise a glass to Gary on Sunday, May 26th at Grey Hawk, 665 U S Grant St., LaGrange 44050 from 2 - 6 PM.

Gary's family would like to extend their gratitude to Admirals Pointe for the exceptional care that they provided. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the KATS organizations (501c3), PO Box 744, LaGrange, OH 44050. Proceeds will benefit Keystone's new softball field.

Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com. 

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