Gary Lee Lepley
April 14, 1960 ~ February 18, 2022
Born in: Franklin, Pennsylvania
Gary Lee Lepley, 61, of Oil City, passed away at his home in the early morning hours of February 18, 2022.
Born on April 14, 1960, he was the son of the late Fred, Sr. and Phyllis J. (Shull) Lepley.
On October 14, 2015, Gary married the love of his life, April Ann (Boyles) Lepley; she survives him.
Gary was employed by the Caring Place and enjoyed making everybody smile.
In his spare time, Gary was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and enjoyed watching Pitt College football. In his younger years, he played baseball and later played in the Franklin Men's Softball League. He loved his dog, Clyde, who will miss him greatly, as well as his residents and co-workers at the Caring Place. He was very involved with Precious Paws and SNYP, never missing an event they held.
Left to cherish his wonderful memory is his wife; his daughters, Kayla Lepley and her fiance, Gabe Cramer of Greenville, Amber Guiste and her husband, David of Oil City, and Ashley Kopnitsky and her husband, Michael of Franklin; his grandchildren, Dominique, Riley, and Kaleb Guiste all of Oil City, Cambria and Jaxon Boyles and Connor Kopnitsky of Franklin; and his sister-in-law, Jacqueline of Franklin: as well as his nephews, Jordan Lepley and his girlfriend, Becky Flockerzi of Oil City and Travis Lepley and his wife,Taylor of Franklin. He will also be missed by his parents-in-law, Maw and Pops Moore who loved and cared for him as their own son and devoted their time to taking care of him.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Fred W. Lepley, Jr.
Family and friends will be received on Friday, February 25, 2022 at the Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc, 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, PA 16323, from 6 pm to 8 pm.
A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Gary will be laid to rest at Bethel Cemetery in Franklin.
Special thanks to the Asera Care staff for their kind and careful care.
Memorial contributions can be made in Gary's memory to Precious Paws Animal Rescue or their Spay Neuter Your Pet Clinic, PO Box 784, Franklin, PA 16323.
To send flowers, cards, online condolences, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.WarrenFH.com
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Gary spent many a day with Larry at Parker Furniture and at the Miller Sibley complex playing for different modified ball teams. May he Rest In Peace.
Condolences to his family.
Larry and Kathy Larsen
I enjoyed working with Gary who was one of the best help keepers at the carrying place going to miss Thoughts Thoughts and prayers to the family especially his wife and his dog Clyde
Gary was a wonderful person – always with a great sense of humor, and a smile on his face. I loved how much April and Gary cared for Clyde – no dog could ask for a better friend and owner than Gary. I never talked to Gary and went away without feeling a little better, no matter what was going on. You have earned your rest, Gary; maybe you watch over April and Clyde and all those who loved you.
I spent a lot of time with Gary at the softball field when we were younger . We reconnected later when my mom was in the Caring Place . He would always have a smile on his face and we would talk about our times. Every resident at the Caring Place really enjoyed when he came in their rooms. He will be missed by many.
My Deepedt Condolences to all of Gary’s family.
Gary was my first cousin. My father was Richard Shull, and Gary’s mom was my dad’s sister. Gary’s mom and dad organized and hosted the Shull family reunion annually…years ago. I met Gary and Fred at the Shull reunion. They were warm and welcoming. Years later, I would see them on the ball fields or on the basketball court as our children competed. The Shull family is a large family of 13 children. We have many first cousins we have yet to meet. I’m thankful to have met Gary (and Fred), and I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your comfort, peace and healing. Brenda Shull Carll
Gone to soon our friend may you be resting easy you have now gained your wings and no more pain we will see you again April and family we are so sorry for your guys lost we are at lose for words Gary was and always will be a great guy .. Jay n Tina Exley .
Gary touched so many lives in the very best way.
He always had a story and a smile, he spoiled every resident on his routine, making it hard for anyone else to cover on his days off or vacations. “That’s not how Gary does it.”
Gary was always so timid and kept to himself, little did I know he was the instigator among his work family.
Prankster and jokester, so glad i got to see that side.
I’m grateful I got the chance to know him as both a colleague and a friend.
Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to you and your family during this tough time.
Sherry Hipple
Dear Lepley family,
My condolences for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing Gary at the softball field and elsewhere as he was so upbeat and positive. He left you in a better place than before you met him.
With sympathy,
Ken ‘Teke’ Brannon