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Gary Switzer

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Gary Albert Switzer, age 79, of Naperville, IL, passed away on April 29, 2020 in Westmont, IL. Gary was born in Regina, Saskatchewan to Carl and Josephine (nee Bulai) Switzer on January 14, 1941. Gary’s family moved to the United States when he was age 11, and he later graduated from Walsh College of Accountancy in Detroit, MI. Gary married Susan (nee McKinnon) on August 19, 1967, and they had one daughter, Alison (nee Switzer) Thayer. Although their marriage was not permanent, many of Gary’s fondest memories were of the family skiing and spending summers “up north” in northern Michigan.

From an early age, Gary was always busy, working in his teens as a newspaper delivery boy and shoes salesman to a long career in the mortgage business. He was a member of Christ Church of Oakbrook for 25 years, as well as the Singing Men of Oakbrook. Gary was an avid sports fan, playing baseball, hockey and golf as long as he could. He loved the “finer things” in life, always looking for a new restaurant or experience in his cherished city of Chicago.

Gary is preceded in death by his father and mother. He is survived by his only child, Alison (David), his two grandchildren, Andrew and Caitlin, his sister Sandra (Paul) Martin, and nephews and great-nieces.

Private funeral services will be held on May 1, 2020 at Beidelman-Kunsch Funeral Home and Crematory, 516 S. Washington St.Naperville, IL 60540. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to NAMI Chicago or online at www.namichicago.org

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  1. Jan Carroll

    April 29, 2020 at 3:39 pm

    Prayers and Condolences to the entire family and friends. May the peace of God be with you all, during this most difficult time.

    Jan Carroll

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  2. Sharon McGehee

    April 30, 2020 at 2:40 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers for the family of Gary Switzer. I have known Gary and the Switzer family for many years. He was one of a kind and like a second brother to me. He will be missed!

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    • Jan Berry

      May 11, 2020 at 5:23 pm

      I was Gary’s friend from the ASCEND group at Christ Church. We shared many good times together ,
      Laughed a lot. Prayed a lot.
      Gary was a good man. May he Rest In Peace.
      Love you Gary.
      Jan Berry

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  3. Joan Jolly

    May 2, 2020 at 6:54 am

    My thoughts are with Gary’s family during this difficult time. I didn’t know him well personally but I do know his sister Sandie. She spoke of him often fondly. When one door closes, another opens. He has walked through heaven’s door. Probably playing hockey with the best! Peace be with you all!

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  4. Nancy St Juliana

    May 6, 2020 at 10:26 am

    Dear Alison, I’m so sorry. I know that the last several years have been a challenge for not only your dad, but also for you and your family. He is as peace now. I sure his living situation was not what he had envisioned for his senior years. Gary always made me laugh. For years, my phone would ring at 3:50 p.m. and I knew it was Gary calling to play Final Jeopardy with me. You were a good daughter and took you responsibility to care for him very seriously. When you think of your dad, I hope you will remember some of the good times. He loved you very much and was so proud of you. God bless you and your family at this sad time.

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  5. Richard A Yndestad

    May 11, 2020 at 12:55 pm

    Sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. On behalf of all his friends from ASCEND at Christ Church in Oak Park, we send our sympathy and prayers. RIP Gary! Blessings!

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  6. Janice CARMODY

    May 11, 2020 at 2:26 pm

    My sympathy to the Switzer family. In the ASCEND group, Gary enjoyed participating in many events. Rest in peace. Janice carmody

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  7. Bill Seger

    May 11, 2020 at 7:48 pm

    Sincere condolences to the Switzer family.I enjoyed Gary’s presence in the Ascend Group ,and his music with The Singing Men of Oakbrook.May he Rest In Peace .

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  8. Marilyn Kosik

    May 11, 2020 at 7:54 pm

    I have many memories of Gary-he cooking brats at my house for Ascend get together. May he rest in peace.

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