Gary E. Probst, Sr.

JERSEY SHORE - Gary E. Probst, Sr., 71, died Saturday, October 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born on November 4, 1947 in Lock Haven and was the son of the late Ernest E. and Phyllis L. (McCloskey) Probst-Stull. On July 6, 1974 Gary married the former Mary M. Richards, who survives and they celebrated 44 years of marriage together this year. Gary was a truck driver for John Savoy Trucking of Montoursville for many years. Unfortunately, health problems forced him into early retirement in 1991. He loved his Harley motor cycle, reading, watching TV, searching his genealogy and traveling but most of all Gary loved his family. In addition to his wife Mary, Gary is survived by four sons and daughters-in-law; Terry J. and Kathy Probst of Linden, John W. and Sandy Probst of Saladasburg, Joseph P. and Brenda Brown of Florida and Gary E. and Bobbie Jo Probst, Jr. of Jersey Shore, three daughters and two sons-in-law; Tracey A. and Bill Haines of Williamsport, Mary E. Winter of Jersey Shore and Taynaray L. and Joey Walters of Jersey Shore, 15 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren along with his two dogs; Lelah and Buddy and his cat; Ziggy. In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his step parents. A gathering of friends and family will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Helt Funeral Chapel, 232 Hogan Blvd., Mill Hall followed by a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. Burial will take place privately at a later date at the convenience of the family.