Gary Crow, 70, of Hutchinson, peacefully went to be with the Lord surrounded by his family on March 27. Gary was born on June 10, 1950, in Great Bend and grew up in Midway.
A graduate of Wichita State University, he followed his passion for aviation earning ratings in multiple corporate aircraft flying for Dillion’s, Koch Industries, Collins Industries and owned Wells Aircraft. He retired as an instructor from Cessna Flight Safety to begin his final battle with Parkinson’s disease, which eventually overcame him. Gary was a quiet person with a kind and loving heart and keen sense of humor. His passion for aviation was eclipsed only by his love for his family and classic farming.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents Bob and Aril Crow, and brothers Kenneth and Robert. Gary is survived by wife Vickie; son, Doug; step son, Eric, step daughter, Jamie; 9 grandchildren; two nieces; and one nephew.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 2, 2021, at Journey Mennonite Church, South Hutchinson. A private family burial will follow in Waterloo Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Parkinson Foundation of the Heartland, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.