Gary Waring Lozier, 81, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, in Cooperstown, NY.
Born on April 24, 1945, in Newburgh, NY, to Harold and Ruth Lozier, Gary grew up in Walden as the youngest of nine children. He lived most of his life in the
Walden/Montgomery area before moving upstate to Cherry Valley in 2010.
Gary attended the Valley Central School District, graduating in 1964. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, proudly serving his country until 1968. His service in the Navy remained a source of great pride throughout his life.
After his return from the Navy, he was employed by the IBM Corporation in East Fishkill, NY for the next 30 years.
An exceptionally talented woodworker, Gary was meticulous in his craftsmanship. He enjoyed sharing his skills with others, always willing to lend a helping hand with their
projects and ideas.
He gave back to his community as a Boy Scout troop leader and was a member of the Brick Reformed Church in Montgomery. He loved celebrating the holidays with
family—especially at Christmas time, when he would dress-up and play Santa Claus at several community events throughout his adult life. He had a love for the great outdoors and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping.
Gary was predeceased by his parents, all eight of his siblings, and several nieces and nephews. He leaves behind his son Jonathan Lozier (Kimberly) of Gardiner, NY, his daughter Jessica Lozier Albert, and his beloved granddaughter, Penelope, of Montgomery, NY. Gary leaves a legacy of love, service, kindness, and craftsmanship
that will live on in the hearts of his family and all who know him.
A memorial service to celebrate his life is being planned by the family for the end of April, around what would have been his birthday. Details with family and friends will be shared at a later date.