Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Sunday, June 22, 2025, at home with family by his side. Beloved husband of nearly 53 years to Sharon (nee Cusumano); loving father of Tim (Karen) of Quincy, Illinois, and Scott of St. Louis; dearest grandfather of Annabelle, Elise, and Michael Sedovic; dear brother to Judy (Dick) Buehler and son of the late Michael and Anna Mae Sedovic. Our dearest brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, cousin, and friend to so many. Gary proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force and then chose to serve his beloved city by being a long-time St. Louis Fire Alarm Dispatcher.
A Mass of Christian Burial at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church (6603 Christopher Drive) will occur on Tuesday, July 1st at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry Road) on Monday, June 30th from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests memorials be made to Backstoppers backstoppers.org or Breakthrough T1D breakthrought1d.org (formerly JDRF).
Gary was one of the finest people you could ever meet he was one of the best dispatchers the St Louis fire department ever had RIP Gary and thank you for the memories. Please accept my deepest sympathy to the Sedovic family
Back in the 80’s I met Gary Sedovic at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. I looked up to Gary as a big brother, friend, and mentor. We started the HI theater guild along with Fr. John Borcic. The guild put on these old-time melodrama dinner shows similar to the Goldenrod Riverboat shows for those who remember those days. Fr. Boric moved on and Fr. Mike Henning joined us. Gary and I produced and directed shows for several years. These were great parish events bringing together choir folks, athletic association guys, and others. It was a lot of work, but we enjoyed it.
Gary and I grew to be very good friends, one of my favorite memories was his 40th birthday when I threw his party/funeral. Sharon played along as the grieving widow, I read his will, and Fr. Borcic returned as the Fire Dept. Chaplain. Many others took part in decorating my home into a funeral parlor with a casket full of gifts. There was a lot of laughter and beer, but mostly honoring our friend.
Now, nearly another 40 years, and this time it’s real. We’ve grown apart over the years connecting occasionally. I have always treasured our friendship, taken lessons and experiences with me, and am thankful for Gary being a part of my life. Requiescat in pace.
Msgr Borsic used to tell me about the theater guild — I too, met Gary and Sharon at Holy Innocents. Over the years, I would see them here and there and share a smile and fond memories of HI — and it was fitting, that I ran into them again more recently when they would come to mass or craft fairs, etc at Magdalen — as they had become fond of Fr Fallon, who also spent time at Queen of All Saints. I worked at Magdalen, for both Msgr Borsic, and Fr Fallon, before I retired. The Holy Innocents memories were some of the greatest times of my life with my family, and our parish family. The Sedovics were very much a part of that, and the many other families that worked so hard there to do all we could to support HI and the school. I will miss Gary. God Bless you Sharon — all the love from the Jackson family, and our deepest condolences.
Gary was a hoot and a half!! Shared so many laughs with him both on stage and off (dinner theatre guild at Holy Innocents). He was a bundle of energy and a voice to be heard! He was the kind of person folks just enjoyed being around. He had a great smile, a beautiful aura and an awesome human being. I have no doubt Sharon and the kids are heartbroken. He was a gem, and I have no doubt he was received with smiles as big as his when he arrived in heaven. Hugs to the family and to all of his friends as well.
Gary was the ultimate professional at Fire Alarm. I enjoyed his company and listening to his stories while I was on the job. He will be missed.
Condolences to Sharon and the entire family. I have fond memories of Gary at St. Anthony’ of Padua’s Waltz Club. He was a great skater. Anyone lucky enough to have him as a partner found it very easy to skate with him; he knew how to lead without pushing. Of course, there was also his easy-going personality and familiar laugh. I can still hear it. So sorry for your loss. He was one of the good guys.
My type of guy! He was a great friend when we went to trivia, he would make me feel smart! I love you Sharon and will remember Gary always
Sorry for your loss Tim, Karen and family. It is hard losing a parent and realizing the passing of generations. He sounds like an amazing man and a heritage to be truly proud of. Praying for all of you!
Gary was a great guy who I never heard use a cross word. He loved Bocce and the Missouri MULES. Gary will be missed by many.
Sharon and family— i. am so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing who has been a great neighbor with a caring smile and always willing to help. He is in God’s hands and out of pain and discomfort. . My heart and prayers go out to you Sharon and remember I’m just next door for whatever you need. I’m out of town and will miss the service but there for you afterwards.
Tim, Karen and family … sorry for the loss of Gary. May God shower all of you with His grace as you accept Gary’s passing. May you feel the peace, strength and love of God as your journey continues. With love & prayers.
Gary was a wonderful brother-in-law. We are grateful for all the years that he and Sharon generously hosted our big family Christmas celebration. We hold those memories in our hearts and count ourselves blessed for the time we were able to spend with Gary.
Gary is a St. Mary’s High School Alumnus – Class of 1964. On behalf of the faculty, staff, and students, both past and present of St. Mary’s, we extend our most heartfelt sympathy to Gary’s family and friends.
Also know that we share in your sorrow and grieve for your loss. Special mention and offerings of condolences to Gary’s classmates and to those students, who at one time or another, were either upper classmates or under classmates of his, and who may have known him personally or “of him” as someone they passed in the hallways, shared a table with at lunchtime or maybe even participated in some of the same extra-curricular activities that Gary did from the time he enrolled as a Freshman in September of 1960 until the time he graduated as a Senior in June of 1964 – the last Senior Class to graduate from the original building that housed the original South Side Catholic High School since 1931.
Although Gary is gone from this life, his spirit has been and always will be on the Campus of St. Mary’s where, on his very first day of class, was bestowed with the eternal honor of becoming a “Son of Mary.” And just as it has been since that day, prayers will continue to be said, and daily masses will continue to be offered for him by the Brothers of Mary.
As a classmate of Gary’s at St. Mary’s, 1964, I never saw him after high school. However seeing his picture here, a few fond memories came quickly back.
Sounds he lived his life the right way.
Gary, you were a terrific neighbor on Fairview Avenue. Always ready with a smile and gracious greeting. I’m sure you are already organizing a block party or an old time melodrama. Rest in peace friend. Linda Hausman
A great person
Gary and I served together in the Air Force at Minot, North Dakota. He was one guy that you could always count on. He was the radar operator on duty the night we got a report of a UFO in the area. That was exciting. We both had a love for trains and the railroad which gave us a special bond. Gary and Sharon and my wife and I seemed to vacation in Montana at the same times and we were able to meet up with them for a couple of years. I’ll miss that guy.
A wonderful human being.
Sharon and family, please accept Matt and my deepest sympathy on Gary’s passing. Gary was always so friendly to me in the early years of our acquaintance and then later on to both Matt and me when we were all married. We will miss seeing him at the Billiken games. He had a big presence and a warm smile. Rest in peace, friend.