Gary B. Meldrum
May 9, 1947 - March 28, 2016
Gary Bryan Meldrum, age 68 passed away peacefully on March 28, 2016 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born May 9, 1947 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Joseph Harold Meldrum and Louetta Peery Meldrum.
He served in the Army during the Vietnam War from 1966-1967. He was a hard worker for The Union Pacific Railroad from 1978-2010, then retiring.
He devoted much of his time and energy as a caregiver to his mother until she passed away at age 96.
His interests included spending his free time with the love of his life, Angela and going to Montana to hang out with his best friend Pat Patterson. He loved many TV shows including Downtown Abby, Survivor, Breaking Bad, and Dexter. He was an avid reader and thoroughly enjoyed archeology.
Gary was a member of the British Motor Club of Utah, driving his TR-6 Triumph (Molly) on many outings.
He is survived by his love, Angela Proctor; their dog Dexter; stepdaughters Kim Edgar, Toni Edgar and Heidi Edgar; sister Nadene (Guy) Matthews; along with many nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his parents; sister Charlene Ross; and brother-in-law Gordon Ross.
A "Celebration of Life" will be held in his honor on Monday, April 4th from 6-8pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Please use complimentary valet parking on the north entrance of the building.
Graveside Services will be held on Tuesday, April 5th at 2:00pm at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East Dimple Dell Road (10600 South), Sandy, UT. Where he will receive full military honors.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to help go towards funeral costs. Thank you
You can shed tears that he is gone,
Or you can smile because he has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that he'll come back
Or you can open your eyes and see all he's left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see him
Or you can be full of the love you have shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember him and only that he's gone
Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back
Or you can do what he'd want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
In Loving Memory
Great Job Angela and Cindy a (Fab) Shot of Unc. Man The Times We Had were some of my Best Memories. And knowing and admiring my Uncle all my life I dreamed of hanging out with him and the crowd all throughout my Teenage years and then it Finally happened.... They started inviting all of us younger guys to the U.S. camping trips and for 20 Years I had such great times. That was then and this is now. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Michael C Robins
Rimrock, AZ
As I was looking up an obituary for the daughter of a long time friend, I read Gary's name and said to my wife I think this is some else we know. As I opened the obituary to read further, I just needed to see the picture and I knew for sure. I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. While we have not seen him for quite some time, there have been numerous times we have said, I wish Gary would stop by and say "hi" just like in times gone by. To my dear friend Nadine, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now, the past and the future. God bless
Ric and Jan Toomer
Cottonwood Heights, Ut
My condolences to the entire family of Gary! I loved him so much. He was the best Uncle! He touched so many lives with his selfless and countless acts of kindness.... Always giving and never expecting anything in return. He was an inspiration to me! He has definitely left a void in my life. I am going to miss going on the British Car rides with him and just talking to him on the phone and texting him all the time.... He will be missed!
Cindy Wardell
Sandy, Ut
Our deepest sympathies to Gary's family and his friends. We had just shared a gorgeous drive through the West desert the Saturday before he passed. Every time he joined us for a drive I enjoyed his quick his wit and his generous nature. Although I only knew Gary for 3 years it felt like I knew him my whole life. I miss him already.
Larry and Margaret Farrington
Salt Lake City, Ut
Nadine, I am so sorry about Gary. Haven' t seen you guys for way too long. I remember the Meldrum/VanAllen family visits as children, then partying with Gary as teens and young adults. Mom (Joyce) and I really loved visits with Lou & Gary. God bless you. Cousin Candy
Candace E Hinman
SANTA CLARA, Ut
As I reflect on so many good times with Gary, the most memorable are the US camps and holiday gatherings. Good people, good food & good times! Gary will always be ?family' to me and Rick. Peace be with his loved ones at this difficult time-we are sorry for your loss. Laura & Rick Gross
Rick and Laura Gross
Salt Lake City, Ut
Thank you to all who came to see Gary last night. He would have appreciated every bit of it and seeing all who came to pay tribute to him. Thank you for all of the donations made to go towards the cost of the funeral as well. He will surely be missed but his memories will live on forever! Love you all
Cindy Wardell
Sandy, Ut
Such a nice poem. May you gain comfort by knowing that God care so much that he promise sickness, pain, even death will be a things of the past.(Revelation 21:3.4) As we await this promise may we draw closer to God and he will draw close to us. May you gain comfort and strength from his promises.
SR
Atlanta, GA
I'm so grateful for the almost 11 years I got to spend with Gary. He will be missed by so many and what a void he has left in my life....until we meet again Gary, I love you with all my heart and so does Dexter.. Angela Proctor
angela proctor
Salt Lake City, ut