Gary Eugene Short

Gary Eugene Short, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and proud veteran, passed away in Corvallis, Oregon on November 4, 2025. He was 81.

Born on May 23, 1944, in Salem, Ohio, Gary was the beloved son of Macie Nadine Kendall and Gerald Oliver Short.

After graduating high school, Gary answered the call to serve his country, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps in 1962. He served with honor until 1966.

On September 16, 1967, Gary married the love of his life, Kathleen, in Gowanda, New York. Their union was a testament to enduring love and partnership, spanning more than five decades.

Professionally, Gary dedicated 36 years to Qwest Communications as an OCS Technician. Outside of work, Gary found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved taking road trips and piecing together jigsaw puzzles. He could talk for hours about cars, especially his turbocharged Ford Edge ST, and about his deep faith in the Lord.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his cherished wife Kathleen, his devoted daughter Tammy, three beloved grandchildren, and his siblings Allen Short, Brian Short, Marie Michener, and Sharon Hazen.

Gary will be laid to rest at Fox Valley Cemetery in Lyons, Oregon.