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Gary Dale Sellers

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Kankakee, Illinois

Gary D. Sellers 81, of Bourbonnais, IL passed away at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 11, 1938 in Marion, Ohio. Gary is the son of Herbert Sellers and Audrey Alspach Sellers Scott. Gary married the love of his life, Myrna A. Barth on June 28, 1958 in Marion, Ohio. The two of them just celebrated their 62nd anniversary. He served in the Air Force from 1958- 1962. Gary was the Vice President of Operations of Wolohan Lumber Company that was located in Saginaw, MI He enjoyed golfing and was a loyal, enthusiastic Ohio State Fan. Gary loved his family. Loved being a grandfather and being around his grandchildren and great grandchildren as well. He was of the Christian faith. Gary is survived by, his wife Myrna. He was blessed by having two daughters; Tracy and Doug Bland of St. John, IN and Julie and Bill White of Bourbonnais, IL. One brother and sister in law; Monty and Marlene Sellers of Murfreesboro, TN; one sister in law; Bonnie Sellers of Toledo, OH. One sister and brother in law; Michelle and Cliff Martin of Madison Heights, MI. Four grandchildren; Eric and Lauren Bland, Stefanie Bland, Adam and Jessica White and Alec and Noel White. Seven great grandchildren. Gary was proceeded in death by his parents and a brother, James A private family service will be held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood IL Officiating will be Vitas Hospice Chaplin Joseph Johnson. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Kankakee Salvation Army, 148 N. Harrison, Kankakee, IL 60901 and Vitas Hospice, 525 E North Street Bradley, IL 60915 Cremation Rites have been accorded. Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

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