Gary David Pence, a lifelong resident of Willows, California passed away on October 18, 2024, at the age of 73. He was born on January 28, 1951, to Donald and Nadene Pence.

Gary was an honest, hard-working and dedicated man. He graduated from Willows High School in 1969. Then attended Shasta College and graduated with an associate's degree in automotive in 1971. He worked beside his father at Pence Auto Repair until 1982 when he took over the family business. Gary continued Pence Auto repair until 1994 when he then started working for a local automotive shop. He "retired" in 2013.

In 1993 Gary married the love of his life Christine. They were happily married until Christines' passing in December of 2020. In his younger years Gary was a great athlete, excelling in basketball, baseball, and football. He then enjoyed spending time at his family cabin in Lassen County, bowling, hunting, fishing and his family. His love for fishing and hunting was something he shared with his children, and grandchildren, leaving a mark on them that will never fade. Meeting nights must also be mentioned. Twice a week there was a gathering of great friends where stories were told, and laughs were shared. Gary looked forward to these meetings until the very end.

Comfort is found in knowing that Garys legacy lives on through the lessons he taught, the love he shared, and the memories that will be cherished forever.

Gary is survived by his children Matt Pence, Holly (Dennis) Pool, Latoyia (Miguel) Gonzalez, and Christopher (Deborah) Linnet. His brother Dennis (Loretta) Pence, grandchildren Wyatt, Brandy, Maddisen, Danica, Lucy, Jackson, Kimberlynn, great grandchildren Lydia and Connor and several nieces and nephews as well as many friends and extended family members who will miss him dearly.

Gary is preceded in death by his wife Christine Pence, mother Nadene Pence, Father Donald Pence, and Brother Richard Pence.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at "The Garage".

Arrangements are held under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary.