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Gary Douglas Van Sickler

Date of Death: June 22, 2023

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Omps Reception Center, Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
540-662-6633 |
Friday 7/28, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Memorial contributions may be made to
Frederick County Esther Boyd Animal Shelter
161 Fort Collier Road
Winchester, VA 22603

Gary Douglas Van Sickler, 73, of Winchester, VA passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Winchester Medical Center.

Gary was born in 1949 in Washington D.C., the son of the late Robert Van Sickler, Sr. and Mary Catherine Van Sickler. Gary attended the University of Maryland and played football there from 1967-1971 but graduated from Shepherd University with a Bachelor’s Degree of Science 1974.

His proudest accomplishment was obtaining grants to initiate the building of the Clarke County Little League fields. Gary was president and owner of Timberline and Treemont Wood Stove Companies. He enjoyed spending his free time traveling and fishing.
He is survived by his wife, Birgit, whom he married in May 2000; his daughter Kristyna Van Sickler; brothers, Dr. Joel Van Sickler (Kate), Robert Van Sickler, Jr. (Connie); sister Alison Van Sickler; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Gary on Friday, July 28, 2023 from 5pm to 7pm at Omps Reception Center, Amherst Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Gary may be made to the Frederick County Esther Boyd Animal Shelter, 161 Fort Collier Road, Winchester, VA 22603.

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Omps Reception Center, Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
540-662-6633 | Map
Friday 7/28, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to
Frederick County Esther Boyd Animal Shelter
161 Fort Collier Road
Winchester, VA 22603

Gary Douglas Van Sickler, 73, of Winchester, VA passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Winchester Medical Center. Gary was born in 1949 in Washington D.C., the son of the late Robert Van Sickler, Sr. and Mary Catherine Van Sickler. Gary attended the University of Maryland and played football there from 1967-1971 but graduatedContinue Reading

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Jayne (Feeney) Zemgulis left a message on August 9, 2023:
Such sad and heartbreaking news! Gary has left an incredible void on this earth to go home to our heavenly Father. He had such energy, hope and love for family. I know the other Feeney girls join me in sending heartfelt condolences to Birgit, Kristyna, Alison, Gerry, Connie, Joel, Kate and their families. May he rest in peace and find comfort in the beautiful memories and hope of eternal life.
Monte Hinkle left a message on July 20, 2023:
Condolences to the van sickler family …. I knew Gary as a teammate at the u of maryland .RIP Fellow terp….
Jack Lever left a message on July 20, 2023:
Birgit and Kristyna, Sincere condolences on Gary's passing. We always enjoyed seeing and having lively conversations with Gary at James Wood volleyball matches. Prayers to you and your family. Jack, Nancy and Rebecca Lever
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
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