Gary was born on May 22, 1946, to Nona Mae (Baker) and Harry Neil Comstock in Bronaugh, MO. Gary was a lifelong farmer and resident of Bronaugh. He attended Bronaugh schools, graduating in 1964. He married Mary Ellen (Willson) Comstock on April 12, 1970. They enjoyed almost 54 years of wedded bliss and welcomed their two beloved children, son Jason and daughter Janeil.
Gary was an avid farmer, making a name for himself in both the swine and cattle industry. But he never forgot his roots, doing all he could to help area 4-H and FFA students succeed. Gary served on the Vernon County Pork Producers board, the Vernon County Youth Fair board, the MFA Livestock board, the Bronaugh Christian Church, and the Bronaugh school board for twelve years. He also won numerous awards, including the Agri-Business Pacesetter award in 1982, the Pork All-American in 1984, the Farm Family Merit award in 1986, the Bronaugh FFA Blue and Gold award in 1999, and an Honorary State FFA Degree in 2005.
Gary was a loving husband, a best friend to his children and grandchildren, and a mentor to many. He was an amazing grandpa, and his two grandsons were the pride of his heart. He was a wonderful father, sharing his love of basketball and livestock with his children. Gary’s great sense of humor and incredible laugh will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Survivors include wife Mary of the home; one son, Jason (Tracy) Comstock of Pittsburg; one daughter, Janeil (James) Comstock-Booth of Walnut Grove; and two grandsons, Garrett and Trevyn Comstock. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Neil and Nona Mae Comstock, and his sister, B. J. Clevenger.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 17, from 5-7 p.m. at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
Memorials are suggested in his name to 4-H or an FFA Booster Club of Choice c/o Ferry Funeral Home.
