Gary S. Price

July 2, 1941 - November 18, 2019

FLORIST NOTE: PLEASE DELIVER ALL ARRANGEMENTS BY 3PM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2019 TO OUR LEWES LOCATION. Gary S. Price, age 78 of Lewes, DE, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019, at his home. He was born on July 2, 1941 in Luzerne, PA, son of the late William and Rose Price. Gary was a proud veteran, having honorably served in the US Coast Guard from 1959-1963. After his military time, he built a career as a process operator for the Barcroft Company in Lewes, retiring in 1997 after more than 25 dedicated years. Gary was always a jovial spirit and enjoyed spending time with a large, extended family that included nieces, nephews, and their children. He was an enthusiast of automobiles and spent time working on several vintage Chevy trucks. Gary was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed all things wildlife, especially birdwatching. He was a loyal and devoted Pittsburgh Steelers fan, as well. He was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, Patty Morris; and his brother, William Price. He is survived by his brother, Cliff Price of Apache Junction, AZ; his nephews: John W. Beauchamp of Lewes, DE and Matthew Brittingham of Georgetown, DE; and his nieces: Shelly Beauchamp of Brigantine, NJ, Judi Brittingham of Harbeson, DE, and Billie Jo Cooper of Dagsboro, DE. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 2, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Groome United Methodist Church, 601 Savannah Road, Lewes, DE, where friends may call beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow the services at Bethel Methodist Cemetery, Lewes. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Gary's memory to Groome United Methodist Church, PO Box 299, Lewes, DE 19958. Please sign the online guestbook located on the tribute page.