Gary Paul Wolf
May 26, 1945 ~ April 19, 2023
Born in: Erie, Pennsylvania
Gary Paul Wolf, 77, of Union City, passed away at his residence and into eternal life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 26,1945 in Erie, a son of Edwin and Marguerite H. Geer Wolf.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Vera Wolf; a brother, Ed Wolf (Nancy) of Concord, CA; his children, Melissa Worstell of Corry, Robert Wolf (Lisa) of Union City, and Michelle Orr of Union City.
He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, Liz Turley (Shaun), Ross Worstell, Erik Worstell, Scott Worstell, Bekka Morealli (Ross), John Wolf (Andrea), Jacob Wolf (AnnaMarie), Joseph Wolf, Leona Wolf, Mike Orr (Jillian), Kassandra Orr, Karli Orr, Emily Orr and Jonah Orr (Peyton); four great grandchildren, Alizandra Higby, Izzabellah Higby, Owen Worstell and Liam Orr; two step great grandchildren, Rhylee Baxter and Avery Baxter; he is also survived by the family cats, Bricky, Timothy (TT), and Sally who spent a lot of time with him during his battle with cancer.
He is further survived by his extended family Jim Worstell, Rachelle Wolf, Gene Orr, Anthony Higby, and his church family.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Marguerite Wolf; and his beloved cat, Tiger.
He was a 1963 graduate of Fort LeBouef High School in Waterford, PA. He was employed by the PA Game Commission, Lord Corporation, Zurn Industries, and retired from Ameridrives. After retirement he and his wife owned and operated Wolf's Country View and he worked at Mangel's Bus Service. He was a member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Union City.
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His hobbies included hunting, fishing, woodworking, traveling in his RV, going to auctions, and playing with his cats. He enjoyed helping others and cherished spending time with his family.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, 2 Dowman Street, Union City from 10am until 12pm with the service to immediately follow with Reverend Tom Hunsberger, officiating. Gary's wishes were that people not wear dark clothing as this is a celebration of his life.
Burial will take place in Loomis Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, 2 Dowman Street, Union City, PA 16438.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Gary's Book of Memories online at www.WarrenGlennFH.com
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I remember the days we went to work at Lord Corp. Good times, LaVant Johnson
It was just last week that I came across our class yearbook. As I went from face to face I was filled with great nostalgia. So many young, healthy kids filled with so many hopes and dreams. From reading Gary’s obit it sounds like he and Vera achieved those dreams. I send my thoughts and prayers to all their family and friends.
Sally Ritter McCallion, FLB “63
One of my favorite memories was when Gary took my brother, Ben, and I ice fishing. I still remember him telling me, “I’m going to hand you this pole…right after I pull this fish up.” The fish instantly took the bait that he had just dipped into the hole. It was the first time I remember having fish and I’ve loved it ever since.
When my sister was young, she was sick a lot. He sat with her so our mom could go to work. They would watch old Disney movies like Pollyanna.
He was one who lived out the Scripture, ‘Love thy neighbor as thyself.’
I’m a better man today from the life lessons he taught.