Gary L. Heibenthal Obituary (1953

EL PASO- Gary L. Heibenthal, 69, of El Paso passed away on Saturday December 17, 2022, at his residence in El Paso. Cremation has been accorded and services will be at a later date private for the family. Memorials may be given to the Legacy Church in Normal. Calvert-Johnson & Froelich Memorial Home in El Paso is assisting the family with arrangements. Gary was born in Rochelle, Illinois on November 14, 1953, a son to Clarence W. Jr. and Orva June (Butler) Heibenthal. He is survived by his children, Malissa (Mike) Baker, Washington; Mindy (John) Puckett, Chenoa; Brandon Heibenthal, El Paso; Mallory Heibenthal, El Paso; grandchildren, Britt Reel; Dylan Reel; Austin Reel; Ethan Reel; Hayley Reel; Braden Baker; Teigan Heibenthal; Braxton Manghan; 5 great-grandchildren; siblings, Curt (Suzanne) Heibenthal, El Paso; Randy Heibenthal, Douds, Iowa; Lisa Arbuckle, El Paso; and Sheila Sinnot, Stuart, Florida. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clarence W. Jr. and Dorcas Heibenthal; mother, Orva June (Butler) Heibenthal; brother, Mark Joseph Heibenthal; and sister-in-law, Sandy (Reinkensmeyer) Heibenthal. Gary graduated from El Paso High School class of 71'. He was a draftsman and a salesman for American Building Company and his own metal building company. He was a member of the Legacy Church in Normal. He was a loving son, dad, and grandpa. He is remembered for his kindness and always taking care of others.