Gary J. Harrington Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gary J. Harrington (Homer, New York), whose life came to an end on April 4, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Gary is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Gary's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his sister Patricia Zlotucha; and his niece Julie Davis. He is survived by: his wife Joanne Tanner Harrington; his children, Gary'Buzz' Harrington (Paula) of Homer, Jennifer Bristol (Bruce) of Chelmsford, MA and Samantha Hapgood (Gerald) of Cortland; his grandchild Morgan Fickett of Cortland; and his children, Olivia Harrington of Buffalo and Derek Fickett of Cortland.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 9th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Donald L. Barber Funeral Home (5016 US-11, Homer, NY 13077). Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 9th 2025 from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Homer Elks Lodge #2506 (82 Cortland St, Homer, NY 13077).
Memorial contributions in Mr. Harrington's name may be directed to the Portzline Day Program, 46 Cortland St., Homer, NY 13077 or to Hospice & Palliative Care Services, 11 Kennedy Parkway, Cortland, NY 13045.