GARY N. DEES SR., 76, of Baldwin, Illinois, passed away at 9:26 am, Friday, July 11, 2025, at his residence.
He was born to the late Lahoma N. and Louella (nee Green) Dees on May 31, 1949, in St. Louis, Missouri.
He had worked as a truck driver for Dave Schmidt Trucking in Belleville, Illinois, for 32 years.
Gary had been a member of the Patriot Guard and enjoyed riding a Harley. He also spent many hours working on cars, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Gary served as an SSGT in the Air Force during the Vietnam War.
Survivors:
2 Children:
Cheryl (Frank) Moore Baldwin, IL
Gary N. (Jennifer) Dees, Jr. Imperial, MO
5 Grandchildren:
Colton Wilson, Mariana Dees, Jessica Moore, Keith Moore, and Brian Moore
4 Great Grandchildren:
Dakota Roessler, Klayton Moore, Rayln Moore, and Isabel Moore
Preceded in death by: Parents
SERVICES: It was Gary’s wish to be cremated. Memorial visitation will be held at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL (10151 Gravois Rd., 63123) on Thursday, July 24th, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, with a memorial service at 12:00 PM. Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.