It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Gene Peck, who died suddenly on Friday January 17, 2025. A longtime resident of Welches, OR, Gary was born in Evansville Indiana on March 23, 1941, to parents Ernest and Lillian Peck.
Growing up, Gary excelled both academically as well as athletically, particularly in baseball where he was a tenacious third baseman and feared hitter from both sides of the plate. Proud of his notable 30-year career at Hewlett Packard, he retired as North Asia Region Manager International Procurement, after 3 years spent living abroad in Hong Kong. He held an MBA from the University of Oregon and was a mathematics graduate of his beloved Butler University (go Bulldogs!). Gary was also a veteran of the United States Air Force.
Gary lived to spend time with his family and friends, always taking joy in receiving guests with his infectious smile, quick wit, and a sincere warm welcome. Gary was a prodigious reader and traveler, having visited more than 30 countries, for both business and pleasure. He made lasting friendships everywhere he went. He was most proud of his 58-year marriage to his wife Jeanette, for whom he had unwavering love and romance.
Gary is survived by his wife Jeanette, his sons Todd and Brett, Brett’s wife Rhonda, and his sister Sherry Ostheimer and her husband Bob. He is preceded in death by his parents Ernest & Lillian Peck.
Gary will be interned at Willamette National Cemetery.