Gary Austin Herst Obituary
The world bids farewell to Gary Austin Herst of Lebanon, Missouri, departing on April 18, 2024 at the age of 80. Gary Austin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Austin Herst and Louise Herst (Wenneker); and his granddaughter Kelli Rae Penn. He is survived by: his wife Ruth; his children, Rhonda Jones (Mike), Melissa Goings (Wes) and Chris Herst (Shelly); his grandchildren, James Penn, Sarah Penn, Kimberly Hollingsworth (West), Austin Marcotte (Bethany), Aubrey Marcotte, Arika Pogue, Gavin Herst (Christina) and Griffin Herst; his great grandchild Campbell Hollingsworth; his stepsons, Richard Wilson (Beth), Donnie Wilson (Melissa) and Tom Wilson (Essie); his siblings, Gayle Campbell (Larry), David Herst and Barbara Todd (Lyn); and his close friend Doug Angst. He is also survived by 17 step grandchildren; 20 step great grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to Mt. Zion Cemetery.
