In loving memory of

Gary Robert Mahan
December 12, 1952 - August 5, 2020

Mahan,
Gary "Moose"
Muskegon, Michigan

Gary Robert (Moose) Mahan died August 5, 2020 with his family at his side. He was born December 4, 1952 to Raymond and Shirley (Weiss) Mahan, who both preceded him in death. Throughout his life Gary loved sports. In his younger years he played football, basketball, and baseball. He played softball for many years and enjoyed golfing. He loved watching his Detroit Tigers, Lions, and Red Wings, he rarely missed a game. He also enjoyed going to casinos and Tiger games. On April 17, 1971 Gary married Melinda (Linda) Bates.
SURVIVORS
Gary is survived by his wife of 49 years Linda, his daughters Kathleen Larsen, Amy (Bob) White, Angela (Antwon) Williams, and Audra Mahan. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren Kendra (Devontay) Houston, Corey Larsen, Jimmy White, Courtney (Brian) Larsen, Tory (Kate) Curry, Garrison (Rhiannon) Curry, Kayondra (Madre') Mahan, and Kaymalijah Mahan. He also has 10 great grandchildren and one on the way. He is also survived by his sister Debra (Dale) Nelson, his brother Raymond Mahan, his sister-in-law Susan Bates, along with many nieces and nephews, friends, and his best buddy Riley. Gary was also preceded in death by his in laws Don and Marie Bates.
SERVICE
Services will be held Thursday, August 13, 2020 at Fellowship Reformed Church 4200 Apple Ave. with Pastor Mike VanKampen officiating. A time of visitation will start at 2 pm with the service at 3 pm. Memorials may be directed to the family to help defray expenses. Please visit www.muskegoncremation.com to leave a memory or sign the online guestbook.

Phoenix Crematory Services.

Tributes

Debra Oliver wrote on Aug 14, 2020:

"So very sorry for your loss. I worked with Gary over 15 years at Hy-Lift/Sealed Power. Gary was a very friendly and helpful co-worker. We will remember the laughter we all shared with Gary. He kept us all laughing! Prayers to the family. Debra Oliver"

Scott Nesbit wrote on Aug 11, 2020:

"Thinking of you and your family, Linda. So sorry for your loss. Hugs and love! Scott and Bonnie nesbit"

Tom Perry wrote on Aug 8, 2020:

"So many memories and when we got together it was always with laughter. Picked on each other any chance we could. So sorry Linda and family he will be missed"

Tina walzer jackson wrote on Aug 8, 2020:

"It's been years since I seen Gary. He was my cousin. I remember spending summer vacations there. Will be missed."

Judy Nelson (Thorpe) wrote on Aug 8, 2020:

"?? Our Thoughts and Prayers to the Mahan Family during this difficult time and always? Many Great childhood Memories in Muskegon. ? Gary will be Greatly Missed? RIP CUZ Give my Mom and Dad a Hug for me?"

Kathy Coon wrote on Aug 8, 2020:

"We are soo sorry for your loss..times like these we reflect over the years from childhood to teen years to adulthood..and realize what blessings we shared"

Cheryl Masar wrote on Aug 8, 2020:

"Gary was as much a brother as my own. I hope he and John have reunited now. They missed each other so much. Love you, Linda. Praying for peace and healing from the void left from the absence of a life long campion. "

Janet Farran wrote on Aug 8, 2020:

"Linda. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. RIPGary? May all the wonderful memories of the yrs you've spent together remain in your heart and help keep his love with you forever. Janet Farran"