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of Chelsea, Michigan, age 75, passed away Monday, February 7, 2022 at Spring Arbor Assisted Living. He was born February 7, 1947 in Sandusky, MI, the son of Orville Emerson and Doris R. (Wisenbach) Moore.

Gary graduated from Chelsea High School in 1965. He started working as a plumber at age 16, and became a master plumber and worked for several companies and Local 190. Gary was in the union for over 30 years. He bowled in the league at Chelsea Lanes, was a member of Chelsea Rod and Gun Club and Bullseye Hunt Club. He volunteered at MUCC camp for many years, and organized family reunions at the camp. Gary was a tree conservationist and received awards of appreciation. He loved the Chelsea community, especially Chelsea Football. Gary would do anything for anybody. He loved being around people and being outdoors. Gary was an avid hunter, golfer, and fisherman.

The family would like to thank Spring Arbor Assisted Living and SouthernCare Hospice for the exceptional care they provided to Gary.

Survivors include two sons, Jeff (Karen) Moore of Jackson & Larry Moore; his brother, Terry Moore (Patti Wood) of Chelsea; four grandchildren, Caleb, Kendra, Amanda, and Joshua; and three great-grandchildren, Franky, Myla, and Cayden. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Larry.

Funeral services will be held Friday, February 11, 11:00 am at Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea, with Pastor Mark Hendricks officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove East Cemetery in Chelsea. The family will receive friends Thursday, 2 - 4 & 6 - 9 and Friday 10-11 am. Memorial contributions may be made to a local youth group or by planting a tree in his memory.

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