Gary William Moses, 72, died Sept. 3, 2021, at Memorial Health ICU after a brief illness.
Born in Anniston, Ala., he lived most of his life in Savannah and proved that it is indeed more blessed to give than to receive.
Stories abound of Gary helping people, often anonymously and never requiring anything in return. Friends say Gary was the happiest person they knew.
He leaves his wife of 47 years, Lynn Evans Moses, and was predeceased by his parents, Emmett Stuart Moses and Joyce Nance Moses.
Gary started the Hollis Stacy Award in 1993 to honor the area’s most versatile high school female athlete. He was a CPA; Armstrong State College graduate, tennis star and basketball player; beloved softball coach who led an underdog team of fifth graders to a league championship; loving husband, father and friend.
People praise his smile, laugh, wit and big heart. He gave cheerfully, with a soft spot for people in need. It was “so Gary” for him to bless others abundantly.
He baked apple pies for first responders, collected food for hurricane relief—Good Morning America’s TV crew enjoyed Gary’s chili during Hurricane Hugo recovery—donated 100s of teddy bears for the Mysterious Santa program, led camping trips, served the homeless, and cheered family, friends and strangers with gifts.
He prayed often, thanked God repeatedly for blessing him and lived this Christian principal: He who waters will himself be watered.
Survivors include daughters Karen and Leslie Moses; and brothers Stuart Moses (Diana), and Don Moses (Carole).
Memorial service, at Grace UMC, 6412 Waters Ave, Savannah, Ga. 31406, begins at 11 a.m., Tues., Sept. 7, 2021. Visitation begins an hour earlier at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, please honor Gary by giving to your favorite homeless shelter.
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Alli Hammond
What a beautiful obituary for a beautiful, tender human being. How lucky we all are to have known Gary. He was impossibly generous and selfless, and his memory will forever remind us to love fiercely and give whole-heartedly. Lynn, Karen, Leslie—I wish I could hold you in a hug as big as Gary’s heart. Wishing you comfort and peace.
“Eddie” and Suzanne Gray
Suzanne and I are so sorry for your loss.
Dana & Blake Kessler
We are so heartbroken upon hearing of Gary’s passing. He indeed was the most kind and caring person and our family so enjoyed working with him over the years. Prayers for peace and comfort to his family during this difficult time. We know Gary is receiving his rewards in heaven for a life so graciously lived!
Jimmy Donaldson
My heart is broken. Gary was a great friend when we were much younger, and any time I ran into him over the years, it was like we had been together the day before. Always happy, always funny, always Gary. Wish I could see him again.
Hope Turner
My mother, Shirley Darden, loved and trusted Gary almost more than my pop, Frank Darden. He took care of the most private part of their lives, their taxes. He was so well thought of by them because of his professional input but more so because of his kind heart and faith in God and his fellow man. God bless his family during this time.
Jeannette Grayson
Lynn & family , Our heart goes to you ,so sorry for your loss. I’ll always remember his smile & love for the Savannah Bananas especially for the Nanas! I feel so blessed to have known him . Heaven has gained another angel ! With deepest sympathy, Nana Jeannette & Jimmy Grayson
Bob Pounder
Lyn…Karen…Leslie
Lyn you had a wonderful, caring husband who really cared about everyone.
To his two daughters who he cared about so much; he talked about you both with smiles, laughter and wanting so much for each of you.
Gary and I have been friends since 1970, water skiing in the skidaway river, swimming and touring around .
He was also my personal friend who advised me about my personal life and money matters.
I will surely miss him
Bob Pounder
Janice Smith
What a beautiful obituary! I wish I had had the privilege of knowing him. My prayers are with you and your daughters as you lean on each other and God to supply your needs. What a beautiful homecoming we will have one day with our loved ones!
Gil Stacy
Gary was a fine man and his death a crushing loss to all who knew and loved him. He befriended the Stacy family through the Hollis Stacy Award and my 93 year-old mom was especially close to him and has stayed in touch with him over the years. We are all saddened by your loss and all of you are in our hearts, on our minds and in our prayers. With
deepest condolences, Gil Stacy
Katherine D Garlington
Prayers and best wishes to Gary’s family and friends. Gary took care of my Dad’s (Henry F. Garlington) taxes for years. When my Dad was too sick, I had the opportunity to work with Gary. Thanks for caring and being so diligent with his taxes. Gary sounds like a generous man.
Katherine D Garlington
Prayers and condolences to Gary’s family and friends. For years Gary did my Dad’s (Henry F. Garlington) taxes. He was always looking for Dad’s best interest. When my dad became too ill, I had the opportunity to work with Gary. I appreciated his help. He will be missed.
Jane Spivey Anderson
I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Gary since we were at Pulaski Elementary where his Mom and Grandmother both taught. It has been a long time since I had seen him. He was always smiling!
May the many memories that all of you have sustain you and know that you really had a great husband, dad and brother.
God Bless.
Sara Culbreth
Lynn
I am so sorry to hear this. Please know our thoughts are with you and the girls.
Sara
Erin Simpson
Mathew and I (Erin) want to share our condolences to the Moses family. Gary and Lynn spotted myself, Mathew and our eight year old son, Isaac, walking into the our first Savannah Bananas game. His kindness and generosity he and Lynn shared with some crazy Chicagoans touched our hearts. He saved us a seat next to him, just to ensure we had the best time at our first Bananas game. We are sending prayers to Lynn and his children as they work through their grief. We are so grateful to have met such a kind human and we share tears in this loss. The world is just a bit dim but we will ALWAYS remember Gary and his kindness.
May we all be as kind as he.
James Russell
My Deepest Sympathy, On The Passing Of This Good Man. He Was My Neighbor. He Always Had A Kind Word For Me, and That Meant A Lot. It Is The Little Things We Do For Others In This Life That Are Remembered Most By Them. I Shall Not Forget You Sir. Until We Meet Once More. Godspeed and Farewell.
William Scarborough
I am so sorry to hear about Gary’s passing. I knew Gary at Armstrong; we both studied accounting and the CPA. I heard from him a couple of years ago when I completed night law school. Typical Gary, he made me feel good about myself with his simple message. I truly wanted to connect with him when I returned to Savannah. Unfortunately, that will not happen.
Gary was a great friend and person; he will be missed.
James Moses
I just came across online that my dear cousin Gary had passed. He was nine years older than me and my favorite cousin (not surprising as his dad, my Uncle Stuart, was my favorite uncle). Gary was always happy and always joking. When I was six or so he and his brother, Stuart, got me so confused as they kept coming into the room claiming they were the other. They laughed so hard and I still want to punch them both for it, over 55 years later 😉. I’ll certainly miss Gary but will always have a deep place on my heart, soul, memories, etc. for one of the most exceptional people I’ve ever known. Gary, I cannot help but smile inside and out just thinking of you, as you had the most infectious smile! Until we meet again coz…. Give Uncle Stuart and Aunt Joyce huge hugs for me!