Gary Lee Shook's Obituary
Gary Lee Shook born in Hays Kansas on March 1, 1949 to John and Ardis Shook.He is preceded in death by son David Allen, parents John and Ardis Shook, sister Rita Armstrong.Leaves behind wife Cynthia, his four children, Sherry Springer Tulsa, Bryan Springer Tulsa, Jamy Jo Tucker Horatio, Arkansas and Jason Shook Stilwell, his eight grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and sister Debbie Miller Broken Arrow. Gary looked at life as an adventure. One right after the other.He had many hobbies and interests. He loved motorcycles, cars that went fast, boats and he even learned to fly an airplane. Once he even jumped out of a perfectly good airplane –with a parachute of course. Later years led him to develop an interest in remote control airplanes and helicopters.Gary was well traveled. He got to see most of the United States and loved it. The Lord created many beautiful sites and he enjoyed seeing them all. He also liked to sit on the porch and watch the humming birds come to the feeders. He was particularly fond of the maroon hibiscus that bloomed in the backyard.He missed hunting, fishing and playing golf. Occasionally he would still do some woodworking.Gary loved his family even when he had a difficult time showing it. He had many good friends and he loved them too.He was known for his sense of humor and loved to tell jokes. He could be your best friend or your worst enemy – depending on the day and his mood.open the floor to anyone who would like to say anything they remember about himWhen the Lord creates us in the secret place, He numbers our days and the hairs on our head. Gary’s spirit was willing but the body wasn’t.He will be missed. He has gone to be with the Lord and get his new body. No more pain or suffering.Viewing will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at Floral Haven Funeral Home.Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at Floral Haven Rose Chapel.
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