Gary R. Holbert, 76, of Milton passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at his home. Funeral service will be conducted 11 AM, Friday, August 10, 2012 at Heck Funeral Home, Milton with Rev. Allen Stewart officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Memorial Park, Milton. He was born June 18, 1936 In Wetzel County to the late Harry Rexford and Ada Josephine Gump Holbert. He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Harry Koon. Gary had a zest for life and enjoyed spending it with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He spent a lot of time in his younger years coaching Milton Little League Football and Baseball and helping to develop the ball fields. He served as President of the league for a few years. After 34 years of service, he retired from Union Carbide, Institute Plant. He was a member of Milton Baptist Church. He served 5 years in the National Guard and was honorably discharged. Gary also served six terms on the Milton City Council. He loved the city. He enjoyed the Water and City employees. He was an honest, humble man with an impeccable work ethic. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Betty Cummings Holbert; six children, Cary Rexford (Sharon) Holbert of Columbia, SC, Lary James Holbert of Milton, Shary Kay (Randy) Albert of Wake Forest, NC, Bari Lynn Glenn of Milton, Jerry Maxwell (Kris) Holbert of Milton and T.J (Marlene) Holbert of Apple Grove; sister, Sheila Kay Koon of Port Orange, FL; 15 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; special caregiver, Nicole Holstein. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 PM on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Heck Funeral Home, Milton.