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Gary Fair Obituary
Gary Lee Fair 62 of Johnson City, TN passed away Tuesday, January 31st, 2023 at JCMC after a brief illness. Gary loved fishing, hunting and most of all riding motorcycles. He was a retired welder and brick mason. He was preceded in death by his mother Brenda Jenkins and big brother Mike Fair. Survivors include his daughter Jessica Poarch (who Gary considered the love of his life) and her husband Terry. His father and stepmother Cecil and Ferrell Fair. Younger brother Brian Keith and Vilma Fair and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank his dear friend Susan Vaughn who helped care for him during the end of his life. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 11th at 1:30 p.m. at Tri-Cities Church of God. The address is 238 Jonesboro Rd. Piney Flats, TN 37686.
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Chris Benfield
February 11, 2023
Sorry to hear about Gary's passing. I worked with Gary and Mike on numerous jobs in the area. Prayers to his family and loved ones. Chris B.
Tracy Fry
February 9, 2023
My deepest condolences on Gary passing. I felt blessed to have known him. May he rest in peace.
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