Gary Steven Harper 09/19/1956 ~ 01/14/2022

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear loved one, Gary Steven Harper.  He was born in Salinas, California but as a baby he became a lifelong resident of Yuma, Arizona.  He passed away on January 14th., at home, surrounded by loved ones after suffering a long bout with pancreatic cancer.

He is survived by the love of his life, Joanne (Snyder) Harper.  They were wed on December 31, 1983 and enjoyed 38 years of marital bliss.

His father was Roy Harper, Jr. (predeceased) and his mother was Audrey (Gerry) Harper (predeceased).  He is also survived by his older brother Roy W. Harper, his eldest sister Cindy (Ted) Males, and younger sister Debbie (Philip) Myers.

He is also survived by nephews Michael Harper, Christopher Harper, Greg Harper, Gary Harper, Jeremy Harper, Curtis Males, Jeffrey Myers and nieces Stephanie Harper, Candace (Myers) Blanco & Lisa (Males) Rivera.

Gary attended Crane Elementary School and graduated from Kofa High School graduating in 1975.

Gary worked in the produce business as a pushback for many years working for Grower's Service and Equipment.  He worked with his father Roy Harper, Jr. (predeceased) and his older brother Roy W. Harper.

A few years afterwards, Gary and Joanne began their own Real Estate business here in Yuma.

Gary loved boating and water skiing spending many weekends at Senator's Wash.  He and Joanne loved going to Puertocitos, Mexico to their little cabin and spent their spare time snorkeling, swimming, fishing and enjoying the sand and the Sun.

Gary also loved cooking and considered himself a chef at home with Joanne as his right hand girl.  They enjoyed growing their own fruit and vegetable gardens.

Gary had a great sense of humor and a zest for enjoying the simpler things in life.

Gary was a born again Christian and loved spreading the Word.

Two of his favorite loves were his Yorkies, Gidget and Luigi.

He was very loved and will be greatly missed.

Any cards or gifts may be sent to:  Joanne Harper, 5021 E. Mesa View Street, Yuma, Arizona 85365.