Gary M. Pendleton,

Age 64, of East Canton, passed away Mon., Oct. 16, 2023.  He was born Jan. 6, 1959, in Poughkeepsie, NY, a son of the late John and Genevieve (Niver) Pendleton. Gary owned and operated Family Heating and Cooling and was a landlord in Stark, Carroll, and Columbiana Counties where he provided affordable housing for those who needed it. Preceded in death by his grandson, Brody Baisden; four sisters, Elsie Heward, Sharon Schoonmaker, Faith Berry, and Virginia Ricci; and three brothers, John, Guy, and Victor Pendleton.  Survived by four daughters, Angie (Travis) Harsh, and their daughter Shelby, Jamie Oliver and her children Corrie Ann, Josh, Lester, and Ronnie, and Jodi Jackson and her daughter, Justice, and Mariah Rayl; two sons, Gary Pendleton II and his daughter, Adrianna and son, Raith, Ty (Kellie) Pendleton and their daughter, Ella; nephew, Bradley Heward and his son, Greyson; and his great grandchildren, Randy, Jasper, and Hazel. He was a hard-working family man who was ornery, stubborn, and the life of the party. Gary was selfless and would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He enjoyed frequenting auctions, fishing, automobile repair, camping, and spending time with family. Services will be held Thur. at 12 noon in the Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home in Magnolia.  Interment in German Cemetery.  Friends may call one hour before the service, from 11am – 12 pm in the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gary's name in honor of his great granddaughter, Hazel and her prior health issues may be made to: Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Dr, Columbus, OH 43205.  Condolences may be left at: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.

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