Gary McCarty
July 25, 1947 ~ March 1, 2024
Gary McCarty, 76, a devoted husband, father, proud grandfather, and cherished friend and companion to many, passed away on March 1, 2024, in Wichita, KS. He found immense joy in spending time with his “blushing bride” and spoiling his granddaughters.A Vietnam Marine Corps veteran, Gary received numerous accolades for his service, including the Purple Heart medal. After his military service, he worked as a financial administrator for the City of Tulsa, retiring in 2007.An avid collector of books and movies, Gary had a passion for reading and watching films. He lived his retired years in Pueblo, CO, before moving to Wichita in 2017 to be closer to his son (Aaron), daughter in law (Maria), and granddaughters (Natalie and Emily).Gary will be fondly remembered by all whose lives he touched. Among the cherished memories we’ll hold dear are him taking his son to the movie theater, his enthusiasm for celebrating birthdays with a thanksgiving-style turkey dinner, and his fondness for the comedy duo Laurel & Hardy. He is survived by his loving family and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter Preston and Ida Lucile McCarty. Survived by his wife, Victorine "Vicki" M. McCarty; son, Aaron (Maria) McCarty; granddaughter, Natalie McCarty; step-granddaughter, Emily Brown all of Wichita, KS; sisters, Nancy Dunham and Shirley (Tim) Whittmore all of Pueblo, CO; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Memorial service will be held at a later date. Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - West Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516
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I am shocked, saddened, and now burdened with a heavy heart. My dearest friend in childhood and youth. We had so many wild, fun, comtemplative memories together. He drove us to the Dairy Queen for chocolate or peanut butter malts. Our favorite game was chess, our favorite record was from Spike Jones. Oh, my soul. Except for his letters from Vietnam, he made little mention of his service. Gary is my forever hero. Bless him, Vicki, and their loving family. –Warren Hixenbaugh