Gary Lee Howton, age 76, of Carrier Mills, went peacefully to be with his lord and savior on March 7, 2025, at 6:20 pm, at his home surrounded by his family after a short battle with cancer.Gary was born on March 18, 1948, in Rudement, IL. He was one of twelve children born to James and Lillian Howton. He had 6 brothers and 5 sisters. He met the love of his life in August of 1990 on a job site where Nancy was also working. They had a whirlwind romance. They were engaged in September of 1990, then married on November 29, 1990, having spent over 30 years together, where they built a life in Carrier Mills, IL. He worked for the IBEW as an inside wireman until his retirement in 2010. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and being outdoors. He also loved squirrel, turkey, and deer hunting. His grandchildren accompanied him and developed a love for hunting, as well as enjoying the time spent together in the woods with their papa. He was deeply devoted to his grandchildren and expressed on many oc

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