Gary W. Poland
February 3, 1955 ~ May 1, 2023
Gary W. Poland, Sr, 68, of Columbus, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 1, 2023, at Columbus Regional Hospital Emergency Department. Gary was born February 3, 1955, the son of Claude Eugene “Gene” and Anna Mae (Jones) Poland. He married Cynthia “Cindy” Goldsmith on April 5, 1980, and she survives.
Gary was a lifelong member of the Bethel Baptist Church where he played the drums for services. He also played drums in several gospel bands. He was a graduate of Columbus High School and enjoyed watching Columbus North High School sports. He played softball for many years in the adult leagues. He was employed by the BCSC as a bus monitor for the deaf and blind students and he thoroughly enjoyed “his kids”. He also enjoyed camping and riding his motorcycle.
Funeral services for Gary will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. in the Bethel Baptist Church 142 Deaver Road with Pastors Bill Cordes and Adam Carrigan officiating. Following the service, he will be laid to rest in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to the service Friday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Gary to the Indiana School for the Deaf 1200 E. 42nd Street Indianapolis, IN 46205 or through the funeral home.
Gary is survived by his wife, Cindy; son, Gary W. Poland, Jr; daughter, JoAnna G. (John) Velten; sister, Carol B. Wisler; granddaughter, Quinn Velten; niece, Melanie (Doug) Sanders; nephew, Abraham Wisler; cousin, Wanda (Jeff) Brown and several great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services have been entrusted to the Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home. You are invited to view his video tribute, light a virtual candle of remembrance, and send a message of condolence to the Poland family via the funeral home website: www.jewellrittman.com
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I started working at BCSC in the T and M building last July. I usually arrived to work at about 5:15am. Gary was always one of the first to say ‘Good Morning” to me. Always had a smile and was so friendly.
Gary was a dear high school friend and we have many great memories of being in band together. Alan and Candy Hilderbrand
We were in band with Gary and had many good times together. We always enjoyed seeing him and Cindy at the fair. We most recently saw Gary at hope heritage days and he told us how much he enjoyed being a bus monitor. If you knew Gary, you have been blessed. He will be missed. Sympathy to his family and loved ones.
David and Susan Wheatley
Our condolences are with Cindy and the whole family. Sorry for your loss.
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Our family moved in next to Gary and his family in the mid 80s when I was in high school. I remember him being soft spoken, and such a gentle, loving husband and father.
Prayers for peace, comfort and strength to Cindy, Gary and JoAnna, and Gary’s family and loved ones.
♡, Rhonda
Gary was a wonderful, dedicated, Husband, Father, and Grandfather. Prayers go out to you Cindy and your family. If you need anything, please let me know. Much Love Cousin, Nikki
Cindy, we are so sorry for your loss! What a wonderful example of Christ Gary was. Such a gentle man, big heart, faithful and loyal to his family and friends. I know he will be deeply missed, until you meet again. May you find peace knowing today he is rejoicing in heaven with our Jesus!
In His love, Karen and Richard Clark
I am so sorry to hear of this news. My condolences to his family. Gary and I were inseparable for Many years. The story’s I could share. He was always a great friend.
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Dear Cindy and family we are so sorry for your loss of Gary. Remember when we were neighbors and Gary helped put up ceiling fan for me and daughter Michelle. Will keep you all in prayers.
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Cindy, Gary was always had a great disposition, always had something humorous to say. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our payers. Pam & Dale
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Cindy, Our condolences to you and your family. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time. Jerry and Mary Larrison and family.
Prayers,Thoughts and Love for the Poland family. Sincerely Cyndy Coon Muckerheide