Gary Lee Sawyer

Gary Lee Sawyer of Hastings, Michigan, age 66, unexpectedly passed away on August 11, 2020 with his family by his side.

Gary was born on March 10, 1954, to Loren and Myrtle (Sousley) Sawyer in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was a 1972 graduate of Eagle Rock High School in Los Angeles, CA. On May 12, 1973, Gary married the love of his life, Marilyn Thwaites. They enjoyed 47 years together. Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, woodworking, and building model cars.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Edward and William VanStraten, James and Larry Sawyer and a sister Patricia Sawyer.

Gary is survived by his wife of 47 years Marilyn, daughter Deanna Dietsch, grandson Logan Dietsch all of Hastings, MI, his son Scott (Christine) Sawyer of Saginaw Township, MI, sisters Gail (Earl) Connor of Hastings, MI, and Bonnie Balk (Joe Klocko) of Grand Rapids, MI, and sister in law Patricia Sawyer of Allendale, MI and several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life for Gary will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.