
Gary L. Wakefield of Collingswood, NJ – formerly of Barrington, NJ and Tuscon, AZ – died peacefully in the comfort of his home on December 14, 2025 in the presence of his loving family; he was 69.
The youngest son of the late Ernest Wakefield Sr. and Esther (nee Quinton), Gary was loved by many for his kind heart and great sense of humor. He is survived by his wife of 28 years Maryann (nee DeShayes), his daughters Jill (Devrim) Bal, Amy (late Frederick) Lazzati, Shannan Doud, Jennifer Doud and Kelly Doud. He was loving Pop-Pop to Adam, Preston, Erik and Luna.
Gary is also survived by his siblings Ernest (Kathy), Lynne, Paul (Maria) and Ellen. He is predeceased by his brother James and his sister Florence.
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