Gary R. McDermott Obituary
The world bids farewell to Gary R. McDermott of Henderson, New York, departing on July 2, 2025 at the age of 84. Gary leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gary R. McDermott to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert W. McDermott and Virginia McDermott (Schram); and his brother-in-law Tom O'Driscoll. He is survived by: his former wife Tasia A. Carlos; his wife Mary Ann Sawyer; his children, Robert (Cynthia) of Livingston, TN, Eben (Mary Jane) of Meggett, SC, Altha Rae "Ali" McDermott (Ace Scruggs) and Gary (Ashley) of Waxhaw, NC; his sister Altha Rae O'Driscoll of Worth, NY; his siblings-in-law, Louie Carlos (Shelly) of Watertown, NY and Cathy Craig (Jeffrey) of Wasilla, AK; his grandchildren, Virginia (Ginnie), Brianna, Kaycie (Ren), Noah, Dylan, Derek, Darby, Robert (Bobby), Michael, Altha (Raeanne), Gary (Stiles), Harold (TC) and Audrey Belle; his great grandchildren, Nathan, Zachariah, Layna, Stetson, Everette and Ivy Rae; and his brother Paul A..
Visitation was held on Friday, July 11th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the D. L Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. (135 Keyes Ave, Watertown, NY 13601). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 9th 2025.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels of Watertown, NY, Rohde Community Center Food Pantry of Adams, NY, or any local nonprofit organization of choice.
