Birth date: Apr 24, 1943 Death date: Jun 4, 2015
Decatur – Gary Allen Fear, 72, of Decatur, IL, passed away at 9:30 pm on Thursday, June 4, 2015, in St. Mary’s Hospital. Gary was born April 24, 1943 in Decatur, IL, the son of Bill and Lola (McCauley) Fear. He graduated from Eise Read Obituary
I met Gary just once…and he could not have been a friendlier, funny, caring gentleman. As part of the "second chapter" in his life, I met him as a parent of a brand new tenant (my daughter) in the apartment building he managed after retirement. He put his heart and soul in the caring of this building and the people who lived there. How lucky were we to have met him. My condolences to his family. He cared for so many people, and they for him. Karen Abbott (Mother of Katie)
Gary worked in my Division of Procter & Gamble and was an OUTSTANDING Sales Manager but an even more outstanding individual. I thoroughly enjoyed the times wespent together and always left Decatur after one of our visits knowing that our businesswas in the best of hands. His sales people, not surprisingly, were always well trained and highly productive. Following our mutual retirements we continued to communicate.My personal experience with P&G was most positive due, in large part, to my associationwith individuals of high integrity like Gary. An amazing man! He will be missed. Garth Wilson
Ruby, We have you in our prayers. May you find comfort from God's loving and supportive arms during this sad time.
Gary Fear changed my life. In 1981 I found myself graduating from Millikin University. I was the first person in my family to graduate from college. Gary was a recently promoted Unit manager for P&G. Gary hired me to work the Central Illinois territory. During the next few years Gary trained me on the art of selling. I have stayed in contact with Gary over the years and I always remembered to thank him for setting me up for a life of success. I can see and hear Gary saying after a successful sales call where he was showing me how it was done, doing the following; He would look down grab his tie with both hands to make sure it was straight look up with a big smile and say â??Good looks and a dynamic personality thatâ??s how its doneâ? Gary was one of a kind, I will miss himJoe Ciabattoni
I work for the company that repaired the appliances for him on Florian. Mr. Fear was one of our special customers. He had a sense of humor that matched mine. We were always joking when he called. I never met him but he was a special person. I will miss talking to him for service.Glenna
I remember Gary from high school. A very nice, nice person. Condolences to his family.
Lit a candle in memory of Gary Allen Fear
I knew Gary from school and always admired him. Such a really nice, down to earth kind of guy. He was upbeat, positive and friendly always. "Perhaps they are not stars in the sky but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy. Charlie Brown" Rest in peace dear friend. Sorry I cannot be there but I live in San Diego. Thinking of the family and wishing you peace.
Our hearts are deeply saddened by the passing of Gary. He was truly a unique individual who was one of the most compassionate and generous people I have had the privilege of knowing. His sense of humor and always good cheerfull presence will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family during this tough time and I am sure that just maybe God has shown Gary the exact date the Cubs will WIN IT All! And to you alone my friend may it come soon! "CUBS WIN"You will be greatly missedMike and Jackie Odum
