"Have known Gary as a boy when his father first came to Canada for a fishing trip and stayed at Glenn Burney Lodge here in Parry Sound, Ontario. Over the years, he would always return to visit, including some outstanding camping and canoe trips among the 30,000 Islands and inland waterways. His photography and detail to daily journals was outstanding, and it was always a treat to have him visit and share his Adventures with us, including many big game hunts in Africa. He was one of a kind and likely knew more about Canada than we did. Yes, sweet dreams Gary. Your sudden passing was quite a shock, and you will be missed by many friends and acquaintances. Denny & Wendy Corman "
In loving memory of
Gary D. Sturts
August 17, 1943 - January 31, 2021
Gary D. Sturts, died Sunday, January 31, 2021 at his home in Lower Gwynedd, PA. He was 77 years old.
Born in Chestnut Hill, PA, Gary was the son of the late Alvin and Frances (nee Landis) Sturts.
Mr. Sturts was a graduate of Ambler (now Wissahickon) High School and received a Bachelor's Degree from Lycoming University. He served honorably in the US Army from 1966 to 1968. Gary was self-employed as a photographer. In addition to his passion for photography he enjoyed hunting, camping, canoeing, running the hounds, and in recent years participating in Cowboy Action Shooting contests.
Gary is survived by his cousins, Mary Ann Floyd of Ambler, PA; Harry Heckler (Miriam) of Fort Washington, PA; and Anna Malick of Denver, CO.
Interment will be on Saturday, February 13, 2021 in a private ceremony for close family at Whitemarsh Memorial Park in Prospectville.
Remembrances in his name to Safari Club International - Delaware Valley Chapter 211 Carter Drive Suite A West Chester, PA 19047 DelValSCI.com would be appreciated by the family.
Photos and tributes may be shared at www.UrbanFuneralHome.com
Tributes
"So very sorry to hear of Gary?s passing , you are all In my thoughts at this difficult time . I worked in the dental office Gary had come to and I?ve known him for years , he was a wonderful man and would share his adventures with us often ! "
"I was sorry to hear that Gary had passed away. I first met Gary in 1972 while working at GE Mobile Radio in Ft. Washington. Through our common interest of the shooting sports, we always kept in touch. At times, we would meet at the Beagle Club in Aldie. My condolences to all of his family. Harry Bibb"
"So sorry to learn of Gary's passing . I have known Gary through the Northeast Professional Photographers Association for over 20 years. He was a gentleman and true friend . Ed Lewko "
"Served with Gary on the Northeast Professional Photographers Association...he was a nice guy always willing to help. Good memories...Loretta Diana"
"We have fond memories of Gary at the PPA of PA meetings. He was always a friendly and dear friend to all."
"As a member of PPAofPA and NPPPA, I shared many memorable meetings with Gary. He shared all of his fox hound photography work with ne, as we had that activity in common. Gary was always a true gentleman. He will be sorely missed. God speed, Gary. "
"Gary was one of the most faithful members of the Professional Photographers' Association of Pennsylvania for over 30 years and he had already renewed his membership for 2021. His presence at our meetings will be greatly missed. Our heartfelt condolences go out to all of his remaining family members."
"So sorry to learn that longtime photographer friend Gary had passed. He was a faithful member of the Northeast PA Professional Photographers, and others, and rarely ever missed a meeting. We had shared many happy memories. In addition, he used his excellent woodworking skills to make several wonderful cases for our traveling trophies. Those will continue as a tribute to Gary. He will be greatly missed. Bruce Dart, President, NPPPA"
"My family and I were saddened to hear of Gary?s passing. We first met Gary when we became neighbors 20 years ago. Gary and I had similar passions around hunting, shooting and the outdoors in general. We had a tradition of spending Christmas Eve together - we all loved hearing Gary?s stories about his adventures from the past year. Unfortunately, our 20 year tradition was interrupted this year due to COVID. It will not be the same without him. Our thoughts go out to Gary?s family. With fond remembrance, David, Kirsten, Andrew, Amanda and John "
"I met Gary aka Raven, a few years ago at a Cowboy Action Match. It was easy to become friends with Gary and we enjoyed many matches together. We shared a motel room at an overnight cowboy shoot at Elstonville and enjoyed a few liquid refreshments as well as a good meal with other cowboy shooters and a nice serving of pie following the meal. Gary was always a great guy to talk to about numerous subjects but a lot about shooting, bullet casting, trips to Canada and Africa, and of course photography. I was very sad to here of his passing. He will certainly be missed but will always live on in the hearts of all his friends. My heart felt condolences to all of his family."
"Our friend Gary was part of a "breakfast club" of guys that meet every Sunday to discuss just about everything. Topics ranged widely, but Gary always managed to work in a little conversation about his beloved Canada, photography, and woodworking. We even talked about shooting every now and then. lol Gary would often bring the authentic Canadian maple syrup and fresh berries to the restaurant and have the cook make us really special pancakes. I had talked with Gary the evening before his passing, and he sounded as normal as he ever did. It was a shock to hear of his passing. We shall miss him a great deal... his absence on Sundays will be felt for a very long time.. My sincerest condolences to you Mary Ann and all your family. "