Gary Neil Massey's Obituary
Gary N. Massey was born on November 5, 1938 in Garrison, N. Dakota to Joseph E. & Paulina W. House Massey.
He died at his son's home in Rainier, Oregon on February 1, 2011 at the age of 72.
Gary moved to Washington state and attended schools in Toledo and Quincy, graduating high school in 1957.
He married Jackie McNeil in 1971 and they lived in Longview, Washington for most of their adult life.
Gary worked as a forklift operator at Weyerhauser Wood Products for 42 years, retiring in 2005.
He was a member of the Longview Eagle Club and his enjoyments included fishing, hunting, clamming, woodworking, gambling, family and friends.
Survivors include: Wife: Jackie Massey of Longview, WA.; Son: Richard Massey of Rainier, OR.; Lisa Moore of Orondo, WA.; Katrina Bailey of Wenatchee, WA.; 8 Brothers, 2 Sisters, 8 Grandchildren, 2 Great-Grandchildren.; Preceded in death by 2 Brothers & 2 Sisters.
Private Family Services
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