Birth date: Sep 28, 1954 Death date: Nov 4, 2014
Gary E. Stern, 60, of Mahomet formerly of Decatur passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 in Champaign. Gary was born on September 28, 1954 in Decatur the son of Roy and Maxine (Porter) Stern Sr. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinal Read Obituary
I remember when we would make Bacon Cheeseburgers and when he wasn't looking a would take a piece of bacon from the grill. The short time I got to live with him before he passed were the best months of my life. You will be missed Rest in piece dad.
Lit a candle in memory of Gary E. Stern
Kaja, So sorry to hear about Gary. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cathie Witte
Wyatt, I am so sorry about your dad. I know he must have been a wonderful guy, because he was your dad. You have always been one of my favorite kids at MSJH. If you ever need any help at school, please see me, and I will take care of you.
You will be sorely missed Gary. You always had a smile on your face, and brought sunshine into peoples lives. Thank you for watching over my sister all those years. Enjoy your Margaritaville in the heavens.
Gary, I have Wyatt with me. I will do everything I can to keep your son as well taken care of as I can. I will keep your memory alive. I am so happy he got to spend the last few months with you. What precious time that turned out to be. We miss you already and can't believe you are gone. My Grandson is our little Gary look alike we will have to remind us of you. Rest in peace. Susan
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THE STERN FAMILY. I'M BILL PERKINS FROM ST. LOUIS ,MO. I HAVE KNOWN GARY SINCE THE 70S. WE HAD SOME GREAT TIMES TOGETHER, CARDINALS BASEBALL, ROCK CONCERTS AND THE MANY GREAT MEALS AT GARY & DAWN'S HOUSE WHILE THEY WERE MARRIED. I REMEMBER WATCHING MAX GROW UP. I AM A GOOD FRIEND OF TIM PAYTON WHO NOW RESIDES IN COLORADO. HAD NOT SEEN GARY IN A FEW YEARS, I'M SURE HE'S IN HEAVEN TALKIN BASEBALL WITH HARRY CAREY AND JACK BUCK, A TRUE CARDINAL FAN HE WILL BE MISSED. THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF GARY'S FAMILY.
