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Gary Schenck Obituary

Gary Eugene Schenck, 75, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed on Wednesday, September 9, 2007. He is survived by wife Penny; children - Van, Debbie, and Jeff Schenck; brother Jim Schenck; stepchildren Tracy Dominguez, Brett Houser, and Kelly Davis; 15 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Luella Schenck and sister Maxine. Gary was born February. 13, 1932 in Burt, Iowa and relocated to Colorado Springs in 1959. He worked in industry before finding a love of teaching Electronics and Applied Physics with School District 11 for 23 years at Mitchell High School. After retiring he served as a Director on District 11 School Board for 3 years. He lived in Penrose from 1994 to 2005 where he was Executive Director of the Penrose Chamber of Commerce. He was a wish grantor for the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Colorado for many years. Upon returning to Colorado Springs he enjoyed his retirement. Family, friends, students, and faculty members will miss him. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, 9/15/2007 at 2pm at Highland Park Baptist Church (corner of Circle and Mazeland). In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Odyssey (Hospice) 719-573-4166 or Make-a-Wish Foundation of Colorado 800-366-9474.

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Published by The Gazette on Sep. 15, 2007.

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Mark Hardy

September 9, 2023

Remembering Mr. Schenck today. I miss the vocational electronics class (we had fun and learned a lot), the interesting stories he would tell us students, and mowing his large lawn. Class of '83.

Roger Henderson

January 22, 2019

I just stumbled upon Mr. Schenck's obituary. Here was a very influential figure in my life. He was my teacher in Electronics and provided me solid guidance in class and where to go to college, etc.. Without his guidance, I can't imagine where I would be now. He was encouraging and was able to help me find my talents.

I am hopeful that even thought his passing is so long ago, that his family can read this and have another example of his strong influence. RIP Mr. Schenck

Douglas Coleman

September 26, 2007

Penny,

I was was very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He will be remembered by all his students for his passion and fun loving nature. I for one would not be where I am today if it wasnt for what I learned in his class. I do hope that you are keeping well.

Shandra Hanchett

September 26, 2007

Penny

You're in my thoughts and Prayers.
Take Care, Shandra

Mark Hardy

September 24, 2007

My condolences to you and your family. Gary was a teacher of mine at Mitchell High School, one of the best, and one that I will never forget. He changed many lives for the better. Those good memories of Gary and our class will always be with me.

Class of '83

Bill & Montene Wright

September 20, 2007

Penny, we were so sorry to read of Gary's death in the newspaper. I'm sorry we were unable to attend his services. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if we can help you in any way. Bill & Montene

Norm Ramsel

September 15, 2007

I remember your dad as a man of high morals and character, and a man who loved teaching kids. He has definitly touched the lives of many and passed on those traits to them. God bless you all and give you His comfort during this time of grief.

Ellen Ramsel

September 15, 2007

I was saddened to read of Gary's death. I extend my sympathy! May God comfort you and Bless You!

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