Lora Bacchus
lmb2014n@yahoo.com
Friday October 31, 2014 at
10:57 AM
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It is with great sadness as I learn to look up old friends and classmates that I found this unsettling information. I was best buddies with Gary in grade school and as always our lives separated. It seems like he did well and had a good thing going. So sorry I could not reconnect with him. But I'm sure I will see him in heaven.
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Sharon Lesner
lesners@gmail.com
Monday February 21, 2011 at
10:23 PM
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Please give my sympathy to Joe. Please tell him that Sharon Hodulik Lesner was searching for him and found this obituary on Gary. I had the pleasure of meeting Gary years ago. A wonderful man who I am sure will be missed.
Warmly,
Sharon Lesner
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Sheila and Dale Phillips
Thursday February 3, 2011 at
10:39 PM
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To our dear friend Joseph and to Gary's family, we are so saddened by the loss of Gary. What a wonderful man he was and we will always remember our wonderful evening out with Joseph and Gary. What a wonderful couple. Joseph you are forever in our thoughts and prayers. With love and sympathy, Sheila and Dale
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Lisa (Hanshaw) Prater
Monday January 31, 2011 at
9:20 AM
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Goldie, David, Paula and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Gary's always smiling face and energy! I remember first moving to Malcolm Springs and you guys being the first people we met. David, I especially remember us 'much older' kids wishing Gary and Ken would just leave us alone! LOL! I know you will miss your little brother like I miss mine. My prayers for your family and hope that you never forget Gary's obvious ability to make those around him smile!
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Kelley Ullom Marshall
Friday January 28, 2011 at
11:49 AM
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I want to say how sorry I am for your loss. Hoping and praying you find comfort in the days ahead. I know Gary's love will live on in your hearts. God bless.
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Tina Foster Caldwell
Friday January 28, 2011 at
11:23 AM
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We are blessed for having had Gary in our lives. My heartfelt condolences to all of his family and friends, especially Joseph. I cannot imagine the depth of your loss. My prayers are with all of you as you learn to live without this spark in your lives. Blessings and peace to you.... Tina
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Anonymous
Friday January 28, 2011 at
3:37 AM
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My thoughts are with Joseph today. God bless dear friend
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Carrie Dick Vanston
gerald.vanston@verizon.net
Wednesday January 26, 2011 at
8:37 PM
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To Goldie, David, Paula and Joseph and Gary's numerous lifetime friends, I wish you my deepest condolences. My history with Gary goes back to first grade thru college. We participated in Milton's Arts and Crafts many years ago, attended the same church through childhood and worked together at Lazarus. I reconnected in the fall of 2010 with Gary through facebook and was not surprised when I learned he had his own company. He will be putting his artistic touch in heaven. Rest in peace Gary.
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david tyson
Tuesday January 25, 2011 at
7:42 AM
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My thoughts and prayers are with garys family, a truly wonderful and kind person. The world is a better place because gary was here and i was blessed to have him as a friend.
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Lois Livoti
lois_livoti@yahoo.com
Tuesday January 25, 2011 at
6:40 AM
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To Gary's Family and Loved Ones: I can't express how much I loved Gary and how he touched my life. I worked with Gary on the World Gym events for over 15 years and have so many great stories and memories. I just learned of this news and am really in shock right now. I want to say that Gary touched my life in such a beautiful way. He was a true friend and the most genuine, beautiful soul on this planet. I would have married him in a second. (and that is HUGE.......but you don't know me). I WILL NEVER FORGET GARY'S SPIRIT AND HIS LOVE OF LIFE. HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED!!! My condolences and heartfelt sympathy to everyone left behind. HEAVEN is having a HUGE party right now!! We're missing out forsure!!!
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Wayne Wallace
studio@waynewallacephotography.com
Tuesday January 25, 2011 at
3:44 AM
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Wayne Wallace Photography would like to send our condolences to the friends and family of Gary. We enjoyed working with him and will miss his great energy.
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Edward Monett
edmonett@yahoo.com
Monday January 24, 2011 at
9:22 PM
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My boss at EventCo Productions died last Friday. Gary Bias started me in my current career. He took me from being a disillusioned college-grad-slouch roady to being an Event Producer. His creativity is unmatched, and he taught me the meaning of "pop." I will never forget the opportunities, challenges and thrills he put before me. He will be missed by many more than I.
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Jennifer McCallister
Monday January 24, 2011 at
8:57 PM
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The Bias family was like my own family through high school. The wonderful memories I have of Gary and the whole family are so precious . Gary was loved by so many , and will be sadly missed by all who knew him . We are praying for you all.
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xenia
Monday January 24, 2011 at
7:59 PM
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There are never enough words to express the sadness of losing someone in our lives. But may the memories of the life that yours lived be with you forever. Peace unto you.
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David Robertson
divaz831@hotmail.com
Monday January 24, 2011 at
7:42 PM
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My condolences to all of Gary's family...Joseph, Mother, Brother, Sister....may you all find comfort in the knowledge he is resting and at peace with the Lord.
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Annette & Doug Huffstutler
Monday January 24, 2011 at
7:26 PM
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To Paula, Goldie, and David, We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you as you go through this difficult time.
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Laura Eagan
lauraeagan@earthlink.net
Monday January 24, 2011 at
7:18 PM
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"Gary was silly and funny, and I liked him." - Katrina, age 5
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Cristi Shaver Elstone
Monday January 24, 2011 at
5:49 PM
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My heart goes out to Gary's mother Goldie, brother David and sister Paula and their families and Joseph Stachak and his friend Becci Thacker and all others who loved him. I will keep you all in my prayers.
I'm thankful that Gary and I regained our friendship via Facebook in fall of 2010. I'm sorry that we didn't have the time needed to catch up with each others lives. I'm also thankful that I have great memories from church choir at Bethesda, high school band, working together at Fox Fire and carpooling to Marshall University marching band practice. I can't forget those times that a group of us from church would go to a restaurant and talk over an order of pop and fries. Rest in peace Gary.
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Woody Williams and Travie Ross
Monday January 24, 2011 at
5:33 PM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. May God comfort you as only He can.
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Sue and Kim
Monday January 24, 2011 at
5:24 PM
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We are so sorry for your loss. I know what it's like to lose a sibling too soon. The one time I met Gary in Columbus, we hit it off immediately! I loved his personality...he was so fun-loving and full of life. I know he will be missed greatly. All my thoughts and prayters to you, Paula, and to your family.
Sue & Kim
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Rosanne Harter Haaland
rosanne71160@yahoo.com
Monday January 24, 2011 at
4:35 PM
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Gary was in many of my classes throughout elementary and jr. high school, and we lived in the same neighborhood for all those years, so we often passed each other on bike rides and walks and ended up playing together with other friends.
I would like to express my sincere condolences to his family and close friends who are now missing him deeply. You are in my prayers.
In Christian love,
Rosanne Harter Haaland
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Shawn Berry
dsb6264@aol.com
Monday January 24, 2011 at
4:20 PM
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My condolences to family of Gary. He was a good friend in college. We reconnected a few months ago on Facebook. It was great being able to talk with him again. It is obvious, he will be missed.
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Cody Deal
codyadeal@gmail.com
Monday January 24, 2011 at
4:14 PM
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To Gary's Family:
I met Gary when he hired me on as a model for an event to promote his company at a trade show. I wore one of his costumes that got a lot of attention from those who saw it; many photographs.
Gary was a tremendous person. In fact, after the event, we had dinner together, and his energy was radiating. He was a man who had a high amount of energy for everything he did; in regards to conversations, interactions, or play ol' business.
I couldn't not take the opportunity to jot a quick note to his family and let you know the kind impact he imprinted on me. Since living in Vegas almost two years ago, I've moved on to Los Angeles, following my passion as an actor. I like to think that where I am at is a huge contribution to all those great people, like Gary, I met along the way.
Wishing you the best at this time.
Cody Deal
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Pam Lytton Ford
pklf_58@hotmail.com
Monday January 24, 2011 at
3:45 PM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all... Goldie, David & family, and Paula & family. May God wrap His loving arms around each of you and give you peace.
Gary was a handsome man and I'm sure many will miss him.
{{HUGS}} from Pam & Cam Ford & family; Helen Lytton; Susan & Rick Lewis & family; and Greg & Twila Lytton & Family.
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Jeannie Rodman
Jeaniejayne53@gmail.com
Monday January 24, 2011 at
2:49 PM
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Dear Paula,
I am so sorry to hear of your brother's death. I lost a brother a few years ago, to hepatitis, and there is not a week that goes by that I don't miss him. I'll be thinking of you and your family.
Jeannie
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Gary Shawn Bias, 50, of Columbus Ohio, originally from Milton, WV, died on Friday, January 21, 2011 in Columbus following a short illness. Gary was born December 30, 1960 in Huntington, son of the late Charles L. Bias, and is survived by his mother, Goldie Bradley Bias, his brother and sister-in-law David and Elicia Bias, his sister and brother-in-law Paula and Drew Eggers, 2 nephews Josh and Zack Eggers, 2 nieces Carlie and Cara Bias, a very special friend Joseph Stachak, and countless other friends. Gary is a graduate of Milton High School and Marshall University. Gary had an outgoing personality, he loved life, he loved to travel, he loved to entertain, and he love his yorkies. He was owner and CEO of EventCo Productions, where he was able to use his vast creative and artistic abilities to stage business trade shows, galas, and other events. Gary was a member of Bethesda United Methodist Church of Ona, WV. Visitation will be on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at Wallace Funeral Home in Milton from 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m. with funeral services at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Gregory Hayes and Pastor Mark Fisher officiating. Burial will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens in Barboursville, WV. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions can be made to Bethesda United Methodist Church, 118 Bethesda Drive, Ona, WV 25545.
