Gary Lindenmuth, 88, of DuBois passed away peacefully with family by his side on September 4, 2026, at Nelson’s Golden Years where he had been a resident for several months.
Gary was born on February 7, 1938, in Ridgway PA. In his younger years, he grew up in what was then called Willams Mines in Elk County, before moving to Johnsonburg from the age of 8 until his graduation with the Class of 1956. He proudly served his Country by first joining the Army, where he spent two years as a photographer in Germany, followed by time in the Air Force. After his time in service, he married and eventually resided in St. Marys, where he worked at Keystone Carbon for 34 years. He then moved to DuBois, where he had lived for the past 22 years.
He married Margaret M. Hoover on November 22, 1963, whom he loved and cherished for 34 years. She preceded him in death on December 27, 1997. He was the last living member of his immediate family.
Gary is survived by Daughter, Rebecca Herbstritt (Tim), a Son, G. Scott Lindenmuth
(Alison), both of St. Marys and Daughter, Debra Sycalik (companion Kevin) of DuBois. Surviving Grandchildren include Kyle (Becca), Jeffrey, Zachary and Nicholas Herbstritt, Steven (Paola) and Lindsay (Rashad) Slattery, Grace (Tyler) Cuneo, P. Gregory (Trisha) and Maggie Sycalik, Matthew (Kate) Lindenmuth, and Rebecca Miles. Surviving Great Grandchildren include Violette, Maci, Atlas, Malachi, Eveleya, Oliver, Kason, Elliott, Sylas, Adalyn and Holden and by Brother- in-Law John Hoover, Nephew Dale Lindenmuth Jr, Niece Karen (Mark) Brem, Great Nephew Jacob and extended family.
He is also survived by his companion Marilyn. Although not together for the past several years, they shared 18 years of beyond crazy antics, numerous amazing and fun trips, “toss a quarter” drives, flip flops, laughter and friendship.
In addition to his Parents John and Edith (Reese), he was preceded in death by his Brother Dale Lindenmuth Sr, Daughter, Cynthia A. Lindenmuth, Granddaughter Bethany N. Sycalik and Great Grandson Theodore J. Cuneo.
He was also preceded by and is survived by many four-legged fur babies throughout his life who absolutely loved him.
Aside from time with his beloved and extended family, Gary had five passions: softball, playing his guitar, singing, walking and playing pool. With his love of softball, the more hot and humid the weather, the happier he would be. His love of playing the guitar and singing old Country music resulted in listening to him in the house, on the porch, at picnics, in establishments, with other bands and also led to the writing of priceless songs which he performed, with the most precious being “Four Little Children”. His love of walking, well, meant that we all did a lot of walking as a family on weekends, and later to it being a very common site to see him walking from St. Marys to Kersey to Ridgway and back (one of his favorite loops), St. Marys to DuBois and another of his favorites, the back way to Cook Forest from Ridgway which was a walk he did with his son. Playing pool and attempting to teach others how to play, “use a little left-hand English”, brought him pure joy. He loved to play Solitaire, Cinch and Board games. He loved to play and wrestle with his grandchildren and later, great grandchildren who all brought him immense joy as he did to all of them. When going anywhere, they would ask, “Hey Grandpa, when are we going to get there? His reply every time was “20 minutes”. He lived to tell jokes and had many, his favorite by far:” A man buys a camel”, (if you know, you know). He was always tossing out what he referred to as little words of advice and inspiration, “Don’t take any wooden nickels”, You don’t have to see eye to eye to walk arm in arm” and “May the best of your yesterdays be the worst of your tomorrows” are just a few, and he had a favorite t-shirt that read “WKYRBNZAWF” and again, if you know, and in regard to doing anything, his reply was “I’m flexible”. In later years, this kind of proved to be true as he was always up for anything.
Although he had lived a life of quiet faith, Gary openly received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior this past Spring and through these last several physically debilitating and mentally challenging months, especially the last few weeks and hours, it has been obvious to all that he stood on faith and had no doubt he was Heaven bound. His granddaughter Maggie would read from the Bible and pray with him daily and until his dementia advanced, he would recite the Books of the Bible (Old and New Testament) in about 20 seconds, something he was able to do from childhood. This did not mean he was full of joy all the time and never got frustrated confused, and fed up because he did, a lot, but then we would pray for continued strength, courage and forgiveness, sing “Jesus loves me” and several lines to a hymn that goes “If Jesus should come and knock on your door…” Seeing his adult grandchildren holding his hand, laughing, talking, reminiscing and singing hymns with him were some of the most special moments to witness and each grandchild was afforded that precious time with him toward the end. His living faith is one of the most powerful legacies he has left to a family he dearly loved and who will always dearly love him.
A short service, open to all, officiated by Retired Pastor James Chase and followed by the Army and Air Force Honor Guard will be held Saturday, October 3rd at the Veteran’s Circle in the DuBois City Park at 9:30 am. If there is inclement weather, the service will be at the back pavilion near the YMCA. A Celebration of Life will then take place at 1:30 pm at his beloved Parker Dam at Pavilion #1 with all invited who want to come and join us in remembering our Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Uncle, Cousin, Brother-in-law and friend. Donations or memorials if desired may be made to the DuBois Salvation Army or to a charity of choice.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Adamson Funeral Chapel & Crematorium.
Online condolences may be made at www.adamsonfuneral.com.
