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Gary F. Conahan, Sr., 73

December 18, 2024

Gary F. Conahan, Sr., 73, of Lancaster, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital, Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Born in Johnstown, he was the son of the late Jacob and Loretta (Simmers) Conahan. Gary was the husband of Linda M. (Fenn) Conahan, with whom he celebrated 27 years of marriage.

Gary worked in a foundry as a tool and die maker. He was passionate about music and was well known for his “Garyoke” Show that he performed at Dad’s Bar & Grill in Manheim and also played in the band, “Who’s Playing” at the Smokehouse in Manheim. Gary played a variety of instruments and enjoyed being a DJ.

In addition to his wife, Linda, Gary is survived by his sons Gary, Jr. and Robert Conahan; step- children, Anthony Brown and Tricia Sydorko; grandchildren: Destiny Jarvis, wife of Adrienne, Derek and Austin Brown, Kyle Lang, husband of Emily, Cameron and Alexis Sydorko.

Gary was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary; siblings: Jesse, Robert, Woody, and Carol; and grandson, Austin.

Memorial Services for Gary will be private.

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January 02, 2025

So sorry to hear this loss. Truly never easy when a loved one gets their wings to heaven.  
Sheila Powers

December 23, 2024

I have so many wonderful memories of Gary that’s it’s impossible to list them all.  He was a bright spot in my life and it was an honor to have known him. ♥
Melissa Hunnefield

December 22, 2024

Linda. Sorry to hear about your loss. My late wife Deb and I followed Gary on Saturday night at Dad’s. And then Whatneys.He was a good friend 
 
Tony Binkley

December 22, 2024

Gary was an awesome Guy ! Great DJ and Friend, He was who kept the business for those he Dj’d or Kj’d For, and what an amazing VOICE God gave you, So  many of us Love you Big G, will never EVER forget you, Going back to the White Swan and Dads, and so many other places. And meeting  your Beautiful Wife Linda and your Kids.. Rest Peacfully  my Friend and I Cant wait to hear your singing and Harmonizing with the Angels.. 
Love You Big G
Genta 

December 22, 2024

Where do I start?….Gary was my ” brother from another mother”…My heart breaks to think he is gone.  Prayers for all the Conahan family, and hugs for comfort now and through the up coming days. Rest in peace and we will meet again.
Cindy Santiago

December 22, 2024

I met Gary in the early 1990s while attending karaoke at the White Swan. He was a hugger, and I always needed and wanted one. In addition to enjoying my time laughing and singing in duets, trios (I Weep for the Future) and even larger groups with “Igor,” I also enjoyed more intimate gatherings in our friend Karen’s basement.  Gary would play acoustic guitar and we’d all sing song after song, harmonizing, and just enjoying everyone’s company. I feel as if times like this are gone and may never happen again. One evening, I took my co-worker Linda along to the White Swan with me, and she and Gary met.  A few years later, they got married.  It made my heart soar to see two of my favorite people so much in love. I will never think of Gary without smiling. He brought me so much peace, love and joy.  Thank you for that, Gary. ♥

December 21, 2024

Gary was my big brother and one person that pushed me to be the Karaoke/Dj that I am today he was always there for me always had to see him when I came up from Alabama and he and Linda came to see me in Alabama great guy .I LOVE YOU MAN will never forget you! 
Darryl DW Weidman

December 21, 2024

Gary was a great man. Many of my childhood memories of hanging out with the Conahan boys and big Gary. Garyoke was the best on many fun nights! My deepest condolences for Gary and Rob 💔

December 21, 2024

Thank you Shem, for the time I had with him, bless him on his travel through the veil, and back to the very dust you created man from.  Ashes to ashes. Dust to dust.
 
Love your grandchild 
Destiny 🩷🩷🩷

December 20, 2024

Knew Gary when he lived in Gramby St. Manheim, played golf with him, back in the 90’s !  Yes, he loved his music! We lived 2 doors away from him for many years.  Condolences to the family.  Don and Rosemary Carpenter  
 

December 20, 2024

Susanna mcfadden (green) i remember all the fun pizza times we had back in the day a long time ago. U had a great voice and great guitar player. Goid peraon and sorey we list so manybyeqrs to complicated situations. So sadden to here. RIP big guy

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