Gary Upchurch Obituary
We announce the death of Gary Upchurch in Canon City, Colorado, born in Alamosa, Colorado, who passed away on September 5, 2026, at the age of 80. Gary will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gary Upchurch to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Everett Upchurch and Dorothy Upchurch; his parents-in-law, Ernest and Mary Kohl Traub; his sister Terrie Hof; his brothers-in-law, Ernie and Rex Kohl; and his cousin Frank Rogers.
He is survived by: his wife Kay Upchurch of Windsor, CO; his daughter Darci Hale (Upchurch) of Windsor, CO; his son-in-law Shane Hale of Windsor, CO; his grandsons, Sawyer and Nolan Hale of Windsor, CO; his sisters, Debbie Frank of Highlands Ranch, CO and Fay; and his brother-in-law Tony Martino of Colorado Springs, CO. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 18th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Wilson Funeral Chapel (1449 S 9th St, Cañon City, CO 81212).
