Gary Stewart Poulson beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandpa and friend, peacefully returned home to his Heavenly Father on Friday, October 29, 2021.
Gary married his eternal sweetheart Carol Lorena Poulson on December 19, 1983. They were later sealed in the LDS Timpanogos temple on November 7, 1998. He was a faithful member of the LDS church and served a 2-year mission in Rochester, New York, Hill Cumorah Mission.
Gary had a lifelong love of learning. His brilliance led him to a collection of hobbies and talents. He was an unembellished man of few words but profound depth to those he loved. Anyone who knew him adored him for his witty humor, adaptability, and hardworking energetic spirit.
He is survived by his mother, Lorraine Poulson, eternal companion, Carol Poulson, children: Chris (Kana) Poulson, Staci Butler, Mandi (Clint) Baird, and Michael (Tina) Kavros, brother Michael (Susie) Poulson, sister Claudia (Scott) Sanborn, 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Gary is preceded in death by his father, John Stewart Poulson, sisters, Beverly Poulson, Sharon Vetterli and Penny Paul, as well as one grandchild.
We express our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing, compassionate medical team at St. George Regional Hospital.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East Dimple Dell Road, (10600 South) Sandy, UT. A viewing will be held from 11:00 am -12:30 pm prior to the services. Please share a memory of Gary with his family at larkincares.com.
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I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Gary. He was always at our family gatherings and your family made the parties at Grandma's feel complete. My prayers are with you.
So sad! What a great life. Our prayers are with you!
Gary was more than just a cousin, he was more like a big brother. He taught me how to swim, taught me how to ride a horse, and showed me how to build model airplanes. He took me with him to take pictures of houses for the Murray Eagle and gave me rides in Uncle Jacks sports car. I always wanted to go to Murray High because Gary went there. I always thought the definition of Cool was my cousin Gary and I know me will all be together for eternity.
Dad, you will be forever missed by so many. Thank you, for blessing so many lives. We all love and, miss you so very much.
Dad,
We've missed you since the moment we received the news.
We will cherish our memories of talks on long drives, HAM radio club meetings, quad builds, RC flights, outdoor adventures, talks about the gospel, text messages asking about local and state politics, and family discussions of the "Poulson toe."
We look forward to the day when we once more see your mischievous, twinkling blue eyes and subtle but genuine smile.
We love you!
Chris and Kana
Carol we are so sorry for your loss, sending you our love.
Gary is a wonderful man that I have worked with, such a kind hearted man and so transparent. May his departed soul rest in the bosom of our lord.