Gary Neal Loveland

Colonel Gary Neal Loveland, 83, of Glendale, Arizona passed away January 16, 2022. Gary was born in Topeka, Kansas to Kenneth Wright and Edna Faye (Bayless) Loveland. Gary grew up in Kansas and lived in many locations throughout his military career, then settled in Arizona after his military retirement. Gary was a career Marine, proudly serving 31 years. He was a Vietnam Veteran who served 2 tours. After retiring from the military, Gary established his own company in Arizona for tax, financial and insurance services. He married his first wife, and mother of his children, Virginia Gilligan on August 8, 1959, in Hartford, Kansas. She passed away December 17, 2000. He later married Vernadene Mann on December 19, 1981, in Albany, Georgia. She passed away March 1, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Max. He is survived by children: Jeanne (John Mendonca); Gary, Jr (Sherri); Debbie; and Cindy; and three grandchildren - Morgan Loveland, Brandon Mendonca, and Shannon Mendonca; his sisters Shari and Vicki. Also surviving are 3 stepchildren Dale Harris, Brent Harris, Dana Harris, and their families. As per his wishes, Gary’s body was donated to scientific research. His ashes will be interred in Keene, KS. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider making a memorial donation to the Wounded Warrior Project, America’s VetDogs, or the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Condolences can be shared at Tributes.com.