Gary Brushwood, 68 of Lake Lotawana, MO, died peacefully on August 3, 2021. A celebration of life will be held in his hometown in Nodaway, MO, where he was an alumni of the Savannah Savages. We will all gather to camp, BBQ, and enjoy fireworks – all Gary’s favorites.
Gary was a member of the IBEW local 124. He started his profession in Kansas City starting with Muzak, then City Electronics who was then acquired by National Guardian. He then ventured out to build and operate a successful low voltage company, specializing in CCTV, Fire Alarm, Nurse Call and Card Access systems for over two decades.
Gary bought a home with his loving wife at Lake Lotawana where they lived and played for over 25 years. He was an avid boater, hunter, and fisherman. He was happiest when he was outdoors surrounded by the ones he loved.
Gary touched many lives and will be missed. Those that knew him know that he loved to make people laugh. One of his favorite sayings was: “Laughter is the best medicine”. He was a giving loving man and would be the first person to step up and help if you were in need.
Gary is survived by his beloved wife, Bette; his son Gary Brushwood, Jr.; two grandchildren, Joseph and Noah; his father, Robert Lee; and two sisters, Annette Ramsay and Shirley Brushwood. He was preceded in death by his mom, Anabelle (Calvert) Long, and sister, Debbie Stone.
Cheers Gary – until we meet again!
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO 816-847-4441
Linda Butler
6 Aug 2021Gary was one funny guy, and would never let you live down a funny moment. Gone to soon, but God had a plan for you and I know you will watch over Bette from above. Bette, we are here for you my Friend!
Love and Prayers,
Linda and Kevin Butler
Kelly Sekuterski
8 Aug 2021If I had only known the last time would be the last time
I would’ve put off all the things I had to do
I would’ve stayed a little longer, held on a little tighter
Now what I’d give for one more day with you
‘Cause there’s a wound here in my heart where something’s missing
And they tell me that it’s gonna heal with time
But I know you’re in a place where all your wounds have been erased
And knowing yours are healed is healing mine
The only scars in heaven, they won’t belong to me and you
There’ll be no such thing as broken, and all the old will be made new
And the thought that makes me smile now, even as the tears fall down
Is that the only scars in heaven are on the hands that hold you now
I know the road you walked was anything but easy
You picked up your share of scars along the way
Oh, but now you’re standing in the sun, you’ve fought your fight and your race is run
The pain is all a million miles away
The only scars in heaven, they won’t belong to me and you
There’ll be no such thing as broken, and all the old will be made new
And the thought that makes me smile now, even as the tears fall down
Is that the only scars in heaven, yeah, are on the hands that hold you now
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, for the hands that hold you now
There’s not a day goes by that I don’t see you
You live on in all the better parts of me
Until I’m standing with you in the sun, I’ll fight this fight and this race I’ll run
Until I finally see what you can see, oh-oh
The only scars in heaven, they won’t belong to me and you
There’ll be no such thing as broken, and all the old will be made new
And the thought that makes me smile now, even as the tears fall down
Is that the only scars in heaven are on the hands that hold you now
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: John Mark Hall / Matthew West
Love you, Bette! Hugging you with my prayers! ❤
Mary Ann brushwood
10 Aug 2021We Will miss you cousin I know that you were getting fitted for your wings fly high God took you because he needed another angel to sit beside him we will see you again so sorry
Richard Wall
5 Sep 2021He was the nicest neighbor Gary spoiled our daughters on holidays candy and more candy. Always fun to be around bless him.