Gary L. "Gar" Switzer, 70, of Sioux City, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2016 at his residence. Per his wishes, Gary will be cremated and a memorial service will be held 6:00 pm, Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City, 4125 Orleans Ave. A visitation will begin at 4:00 with family present at 5:00 pm on Thursday evening at the funeral home. Private family burial will be held at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Gary was born on February 28, 1945 in Sioux City, the son of Carl Switzer and Phyllis Waterman. He attended East High School and joined the United States Navy. Gary married Stella Rickwa on September 4, 1982 in Sioux City.

Gary worked for Sioux Tools for over 20 years and later for Elastomer Engineering, retiring due to poor health. Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting, and the Iowa Hawkeyes. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and his brand new great grandchild.

Survivors include his wife, Stella, daughters: Stephanie (Mike) Morey, Toni (Chris) Delfs, and Heather McMillin, brother Clyde Switzer, grandchildren: Kanique, Jacob, Kimanni, Herbie, Heaven, Nevaeh, Winston, Wylee, Will, and Jojo, great grandchild Khaielle, all of Sioux City
, sister in law JoAnn (Mike) Wilcox, and numerous friends and other relatives.

Gary was preceded in death by his father, Carl Switzer, mother Phyllis Hoxie, and step father Lester Hoxie.