Gary Jack Padavich Obituary
We bid farewell to Gary Jack Padavich of Centerville, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 4, 2025 at the age of 83. Gary Jack touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gary Jack Padavich to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jack Padavich and Wilma Padavich (Flowers); his in-laws, Boyd and Lorene Stroud; and his siblings-in-law, Eilene Stroud and Jim McGimpsey.
He is survived by: his wife Darlene Stroud; his daughter Darcie Whitlow (Denny); his grandchildren, Cayleigh Whitlow, Kaden Whitlow and Gable Whitlow; his cousin Bob Padavich (Carolyn); and his siblings-in-law, Dale Stroud (Janet) of Springfield, Ohio, Don Stroud (Linda) of Parkview, Iowa and Deloris McGimpsey of Eldridge, Iowa.
Visitation was held on Saturday, March 15th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Thomas Funeral Home-Centerville (501 N 18th St, Centerville, IA 52544). A graveside service was held on Saturday, March 15th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Dale Cemetery (18994 IA-5, Centerville, IA 52544).
Memorials in honor of Gary have been established to the Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation, and may be mailed to Thomas Funeral Home, ATTN: Padavich Family, 501 North 18th Street, Centerville, Iowa 52544.
