The Superior Express -

Gary Leroy Shuck, 78, of Edgar, the son of Wendell and Vera Schlachter Shuck was born April 27, 1942, at San Pedro, Calif. He died Saturday, July 4, at Mary Lanning Health Care Services in Hastings.

Gary moved with his family to Edgar in 1948. He graduated from Edgar High School in 1960. He was united in marriage to Carolyn Kinnaman on June 12, 1960. This union was blessed with three sons. Gary devoted his life to farming at Diamond 7 of Edgar.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Gary's interests included his antique tractors, time with family and friends, attending grandchildren and great-grandchildren activities and Nebraska football.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Carolyn of Edgar; three sons, Terry Shuck and wife, Jodi, of Hastings, Scott Shuck of Ong, and Troy Shuck and wife, Trish, of Edgar; two brothers, Dennis Shuck and wife, Karen, of Edgar and Dale Shuck of Hastings; six grandchildren; nine great- grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

His graveside funeral was at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 8, at the Edgar Cemetery. Pastor Ethan Feistner officiated. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday with the family present from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to greet callers.

People who planned to attend the graveside services were encouraged to bring a lawn chair.

Condolences may be sent to the family at wmsfh.com. Williams Funeral Home of Edgar was in charge of the arrangements.