Deacon Gary Francis Tankard Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Deacon Gary Francis Tankard (Oradell, New Jersey), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Deacon left this world on October 31, 2025 at the age of 86, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Deacon Gary Francis Tankard to show support.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Deacon is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Deacon's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
Visitation was held on Thursday, November 6th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. A funeral service was held on Friday, November 7th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Peter the Apostle R. C. Church (445 Fifth Avenue, River Edge, NJ 07661).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marist Brothers Retirement Fund, Edmundite Missions, or Covenant House.
