GARY LYNN PELLERAN

Gary was born Aug. 20, 1946, to the late Arthur and Wilma (Thompson) Pelleran. He was drafted into the Army shortly following high school where he proudly served during Vietnam. Gary was a hard-working family man and EXCELLENT father. He had a big heart and was always quick to help anyone in need. He was a lover of animals, and a member of the VFW Post #2496.

Gary is survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda, four children, Gary II (Jamie) of Arizona, Vanessa (Robert) Klee of Alpena, Gregory (Emilie) of Roscommon, and Geremy (Heather) of Arizona, 13 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, several close friends, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Arthur Jr., Arnold, Dolores Burns, and Roger.

A celebration of Gary’s life will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022, at McWilliams Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until the time of military honors at 1 p.m. accorded by VFW Post #2496.