Gary E. Camp October 7, 2024

Gary Edward Camp
March 26, 1948 – August 11, 2024

Age 76, spent his formative years in Rochester, NY where he cultivated lifelong friendships and a deep love for sports of all kinds, especially basketball. He was born in 1948 to Edward N Camp and Doris M Camp. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his adopted son, Joe Rodriguez Camp. He is survived by his loving brothers Greg and Tim (Lori) Camp, his nephew Matthew Camp and his beloved dog, Binks.

At an early age Gary moved to Buffalo, where he attended Conesus College and Buffalo State. After school he moved to Columbus, Ohio where he operated a Friendlys Family Restaurant for several years.

Gary lived for many years in Colorado, where he indulged in all the sunny state had to offer; he enjoyed long drives through the Poudre canyon, concerts at Red Rocks and the Mish, and owning a successful restaurant, Whistlers Cafe, in Nederland to name a few. He fit in well with the residents of Ward – if you know, you know. A lover of music, he was an early attendee of the Telluride Bluegrass Festival and danced on the floor of Grateful Dead shows more times than he could remember. Two of his proudest achievements were his 37 years of sobriety and the many dogs he raised throughout his life. He had a huge heart, an incredible sense of humor, and touched more lives that he could possibly know. His best friend of 17 years, Chris, would especially like to thank him for countless memories – road trips, concerts, deep conversations, and unsolicited advice he should have taken more often – but most of all, his love. Chris & Katie Waters, Kyle Rundel, Jake McDonald, and Kendra Lovato are just a few that friends that considered Gary family and are happy to know he made it to the other side after learning all the lessons he needed to in this life. We love you buddy.

Gary’s warm smile, infectious laughter and generous spirit endears him to all who knew him. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. As requested by Gary, there will be no service and funeral arrangements. Informal gatherings will replace traditional services and the scattering of his ashes on a mountain top in Colorado will be planned in the coming year.