Gary G. Pieper

Gary G. Pieper, 72, of Staunton, IL, passed away at 6:41 AM on Friday, May 17, 2024 at his residence in Staunton, IL.  He was born April 5, 1952 in Staunton, IL, the son of the late Lawrence "Babe" & Dorothy "Dot" (Hesi) Pieper.  He was first married to Jane Ellen Murphy, then later married to Rhonda Marie Koval - both marriages ended in divorce.

Gary worked as a Lineman for Norfolk & Western Railroad for several years.  He then worked as a "Roadie" for The Grateful Dead for several years, & later owned his own painting business.He was an avid gardener, outdoorsman, & fisherman, & he loved to cook.  Gary was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Staunton.

He is survived by one daughter -  Jenifer L. (George) Markulakis of Litchfield, IL;  three sons -  Matthew Jon (Anya Chase) Pieper of Beaufort, SC,  Neil Alexander Pieper of St. Louis, MO,  &  Gram Pieper of St. Louis, MO;  four grandchildren -  Charles Alex Horn,  Brandon White,  Jenna White,  &  Aailyah;  four great grandchildren -  Leighton,  Charlie,  Diana,  &  Paisley;  two brothers -  Richard (Tonya) Pieper of Staunton, IL,  &  Terry (Dawn) Pieper of Southport, NC;  several nieces & nephews also survive.  Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister -  Laurie Pieper.

No services are scheduled.

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