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Gary R. Wombwell GOOSE CREEK - Gary R. Wombwell, EMCM (SS) USN (Retired), 61, of Goose Creek, the husband of Gitta Houser Wombwell, died Friday, July 10, 2009 at a local hospital. Born October 6, 1947 in Rochester, New York, he was the son of the late Gordon Richard Wombwell and Sharetta Ater Wombwell. He was a graduate of Churchville-Chili High School in Churchville, NY and attended Geneseo State University in Geneseo, NY. Gary served his country proudly for 25 years as a nuclear electrician on submarines in the US Navy and retired as a Master Chief. He also retired in 2008 after 11 years from the South Carolina State Ports Authority. Gary enjoyed coaching soccer at the Goose Creek Recreation Center and was a very active volunteer in his community. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 38 years, Gitta; three daughters: Leslie Haywood (Jason) of Charleston; Brandy Kotowski (Ray) of Goose Creek and Tracy Mitchell (Christian) of Charleston; five grandchildren: Madison and Morgan Haywood and Zach, Jackson and Brogan Kotowski; cousins: Sid and Doug Bater; sister-in-law: Sheila Osborne (Vince Mancuso); brothers-in-law: Michael Houser (Cheri), David Houser (Mary Ann) and Mark Houser (Martha) and many nieces, cousins, close friends and co-workers. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, July 13th at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, Goose Creek Chapel, 869 St. James Avenue, Goose Creek. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 14, in the chapel of the funeral home. Interment with full military honors will follow at Whispering Pines Memorial Gardens, Moncks Corner, SC. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to help find a cure at The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, 60 East 56th Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10022 The Wombwell family is being served by MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, GOOSE CREEK CHAPEL, 869 St. James Avenue, Goose Creek. Condolences may be sent to the Wombwell family via www.mcalister-smith.com. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jul. 12, 2009.

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Margaret Westbury

July 28, 2009

gitta,

I just found out last night through your email about Gary.I was in shock. I had to re-read it several times.

I do not have enough to words to express my sorrow to both you and your family. Gary was a deeply caring, kind and good man who adored his family. He was always most kind to me and to my mother at the Propeller club functions.

kathy granville

July 26, 2009

my heart is sad as i just got off the phone with my brother and am at a loss to express how shocked and sad I am. We had so many happy memories as children and it gave me great hapiness to see Gary the few times since we have be apart. Take care, much love,

Brigitte PIFFOUX

July 19, 2009

We have just learnt the Gary's death and we are so saddened. We were expecting Gitta and Gary visit France for next year. We met Gary only during 15 days but it was enough to understand that Gary was a very good and kind man. Gitta and Gary were a second family for our daughter Alice when she spent 6 months in Charleston. It will be in our memory forever. Today we are so far, it' so difficult for us to find our words in english to express our pain but all our thoughts go to Gitta and her family.
Brigitte, Marc, Alice, Arthur, Arsène

Sharon HH

July 16, 2009

Gitta, I am numb! I cannot get my head around Gary's passing and I can't imagine Gitta and Gary not together..it's what we have always known. Keep him tight and in your heart and remember the good times and I pray that God will make this easier for you and your family. With Love!

Glenn Lichtenberger

July 16, 2009

Gitta and Family-
We are shocked and saddened as well by Gary's sudden passing. You have our condolences and our thoughts and prayers are with you guys...He was such a great man and will be missed. I will always remember him from when we were kids growing up next to you guys as he was the best babysitter ever! :-) Lots of love and hugs from New Zealand.

Linda Shetler

July 15, 2009

Gitta and Family. I am so shocked and saddened by Gary's death. I remember his nice smile in high school and always so kind to all. Gary will be missed by all his classmates.

Phil Seely

July 13, 2009

Although time and distence has seperated us from a dear friend Gary has always been in our thoughts. We were blessed in having him as a friend and Gary will always be my best friend.

Tom Sweeny

July 13, 2009

Gitta, I worked with Gary at Harborfest and am stunned by his death. He was a good man. You are in my thoughts. Tom

Hal & Betsy Burton

July 13, 2009

Gitta,
Our heart goes out to you and your family. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim Strohm

July 13, 2009

Gary was a great co-worker and friend who I personally consider family. I and all who worked with Gary were shocked and saddened to hear of his untimely passing. I'm at a loss of words to express how much he will be missed. So, please know we are hurting with you. Your family are very much in our thoughts and prayers.

William Erickson

July 13, 2009

Fair winds and following seas Shipmate. May the blessings of the Almighty be upon your soul and upon your family.

Mary Kruze

July 13, 2009

Dear Gitta and Family --- I was so very sorry to hear of Gary's passing - Know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers always - may your love and wonderful memories sustain you at this difficult time.

Steve & Becky Kimmel

July 13, 2009

Gitta and family -
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Gary had a one-of-a-kind personality that many were envious of. He loved life and adored his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Raden Shales

July 13, 2009

Thinking of you and wishing I could be with you.

Tim McCann

July 13, 2009

Aunt Gitta and Family,
Thinking of you during this hard time. I knew Gary just a short while but will forever remember how he celebrated love for family and friends. I am very thankful to have had Gary in my life.

July 13, 2009

Gitta,

I am so sorry to about the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cassie Lewis
SSA Cooper

July 13, 2009

Dear Gitta and Family,

We are shocked and so saddened to learn of Gary's passing. Please know our hearts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We send you all our love,

John and Kathy Potter
Dover, Pennsylvania

Seccy Carson

July 13, 2009

Gitta and the Fleshwells - It is with a heavy heart that I write this. Rick and I both send our love and hugs and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Gary was truly one of the Greats and we will miss him dearly. xxoo

Mike, Tracy & Aiden Morris

July 13, 2009

Wombwell Family & Friends,
Our hearts are so sad, but we hope within the wonderful memories you carry, that you are able to find some peace. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Gary was always a wonderful and welcoming friend. He will truly be missed by all.

English Struth

July 13, 2009

Gitta - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this terribly difficult time.

July 12, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kim Malmgren
Goose Creek United Soccer Club

Bonnie Ater

July 12, 2009

Gitta,my heart was shocked and saddened by Gary's death. my condolences to you and your entire family. We did have some good times.

Judy MacLaren

July 12, 2009

So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with your family. Gary was a great guy and a true friend in high school and he will be sadly missed by all.

Carl & Laura Kocur

July 12, 2009

Gary was a loving husband, wonderful father, gracious host, and great neighbor. He will be greatly missed.

Ron Johnston

July 12, 2009

Sorry for your loss. Gary was a good teammate.

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