James Gary's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Rayville, Louisiana

James Gary

January 5, 1941 - May 16, 2026 (85 years old)

Rayville, Louisiana

James Gary's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Rayville, Louisiana

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Cox Funeral Home

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James Gary

January 5, 1941 - May 16, 2026 (85 years old)

Rayville, Louisiana

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James Gary Obituary

The world bids farewell to James Gary (Rayville, Louisiana), departing on May 16, 2026 at the age of 85. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Gary to show support.

He was predeceased by: his mother Gladys Marie Romero Gary; his brother Rene Gary; and his stepson-in-law Michael "Mickey" Carroll. He is survived by: his father Joseph Sidney Gary; his significant other Julia Ann LaCour Gary; his children, Carolyn Nunnelee (Chris), Lisa Wells, Carla Clariday (Greg) and Allen Gary (Sheryl); his stepchildren, Shelia Powell Carroll, Theresa Powell Stephenson and John Powell (Vivianne); his grandchildren, Heather Gary, Chris Gary, Laura Wells, Graham Nunnelee, Gabrielle Nunnelee, Gretchen Nunnelee, Kennith Gibson (Stella), Chasity Stanland (Matthew), Alexa Powell (Alan) and Ava Powell; his great grandchildren, Preston Gary, McKenzie Katherine Gibson, Brayden Richardson, Aubrey Stanaland Jackson (Wyatt), Elijah Stanaland, Andi Stanaland, Haylen Stanaland and Kason Stanaland; and his siblings, Faye Fontenot, Terry Gary and Tim Gary (Tammy). He is also survived by extended family members, lifelong friends, former coworkers.

Memorials may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cox Funeral Home



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Sacred Heart Catholic Church
716 Francis St, Rayville, LA 71269

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May 23

Mass of Christian Burial

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
716 Francis St, Rayville, LA 71269

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