Gary M. Stair

SANDUSKY — Gary M. Stair, 81, Sandusky, passed away early Saturday morning, Nov. 9, 2019, in Hospice of the Western Reserve following a lengthy illness.He was born Aug. 8, 1938, in Hardin County, Ohio, to David J. and Helen (Pees) Stair.Gary received his Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Studies in 1960 from The Ohio State University. He retired from Ohio Edison in 1996 after 32 years of service as the manager of the Western Division Headquarters in Elyria. Prior to his Ohio Edison career, he had taught at Highland Schools in Morrow County.He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, the Sandusky G.E.M., Leads, Bellevue Development Corporation, Lorain and Erie County United Way, Erie County Chamber of Commerce, Erie County Regional Planning Commission, Sandusky City Development Committee, Erie County 4-H, Norwalk Chamber Development Board and many other community and development organizations. He enjoyed golfing, picking out antiques, antique tractors, woodworking, playing cards, sports - especially fast pitch softball, enjoying a cup of coffee with friends and telling a good story. His greatest joy was spending time with his family.Gary is survived by his daughter, Becky (Dennis) Kaiser of Port Clinton; son, Mark (Jill) Stair of Sandy Springs, Ga.; grandson, Zachary; sister, Mary Lou Plott of Findlay; former wife, Bonnie Muffler; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine "Josie" (Wright) Stair in 2006; and brother, Larry Stair.Friends may call from 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, until funeral services at noon, at St. John's United Church of Christ, 2712 Mason Road, Milan. The Rev. Wendy Schindler-Chasney will officiate. Burial will follow in St. John's UCC Cemetery, Milan. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements.Those wishing to contribute to Gary's memory may do so to St. John's UCC, 2712 Mason Road, Milan, OH 44846 or to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.Condolences may be shared at grofffuneralhomes.com.