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Gary R. Virden, Sr.

3/6/1939 - 8/26/2020

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Obituary For Gary R. Virden, Sr.

Gary R. Virden, Sr., 81, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at Trinity West. He was born March 6, 1939 in Wheeling, WV a son of the late Roy Lee & Thelma L. Williams Virden. Gary was a pipefitter at Weirton Steel Co. Tin Mill and an Army veteran. He was a member of Unionport Christian Church, Mingo Sportsmans Club and a 1957 graduate of Wellsburg High School. Gary was preceded in death by two brothers Victor & Roger.

Surviving are his wife Ellen Christoff Virden; five children Gary R. (Christine) Virden, Jr. of Steubenville, Carrie Lynn (Guy) Rector of Zanesville, Brian Hagerty of Empire, Mary Ann (Seth) Rieger of Strasburg & Lori (David) Meyer of Fairmont, WV; six grandchildren Jennifer, Michael, Jeremy, Emily, Katie & Allison; and sister Jean Forsythe of Wellsburg.

Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Saturday 3-5 p.m. Private services will be observed.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Unionport Christian Church, 3488 County Road 39, Bloomingdale, OH 43910.

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  • 11/09/2026

    Brian

    Gary and Ellan were always so very sweet. My parents and they were good friends since many years long ago. I am saddened to learn of his passing. May God Bless his family and keep him close in Heaven.

  • 09/03/2024

    Tina Hinebaugh

    Dear Lori and family, please accept my deepest condolences at this time. My the Lord comfort you for you loss.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Jimmie Joe Calevro

    My deepest sympathies go out to Ellen, Lori and the entire family. It was my pleasure to care for Gary while he was in the hospital. I'm very saddened by his passing, as I just lost my mom on August 5. Hopefully she was at his welcoming party in Heaven. God bless you all during this most difficult time.

  • 09/03/2024

    Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum

    May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Gary R. Virden, Sr., give you peace, comfort and strength...Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.My thoughtsand prayers to the family of ....US Army Veteran, Gary R. Virden, Sr., is "A True American Hero" God Bless†† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †

  • 09/03/2024

    Harry Taylor

    My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Gary was an amazing man. He stepped in as a father figure for me, when my own father passed away at an early age. I learned many things from Gary. He was an excellent role model. He will be greatly missed.

  • 09/03/2024

    Beverly Sullivan

    Ellen, I am so sorry to hear that Gary passed. Prayers for you and your family. God Bless!

  • 09/03/2024

    Michael and Terry Legros

    We are so sorry to hear about Gary.  He was always a delight to be around.  We pray that God will comfort you in your sadness.

  • 09/03/2024

    Lois Jasenec

    Love you uncle Gary say hello to all our heavenly family members. Sending love and prayers for everyone ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇now God has a new angel beside him.

  • 09/03/2024

    Lori

    Thank you Jimmie. Your love and care means a lot to us.

  • 09/03/2024

    Lori

    Thank you Harry!

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