Gary Chagnon

February 10, 1944 - August 19, 2014

Gary D. Chagnon, age 69, died at home, in Harbor Beach, MI. Although he fought hard against his battle with esophageal cancer, he succumbed to its complications on August 19, 2014. Born February 10th, 1944, in Port Austin, MI, to Mabel and John Chagnon. Although the cancer caused serious health complications and difficulties, Gary bravely accepted the challenge to live the last few years of his life to its fullest. And he did! He thoroughly enjoyed the company of friends and bicycle riding. Survivors include his sister, Betty Chagnon, of Harbor Beach, and several nieces and nephews located in Michigan, New Jersey, and Maryland. Gary was preceded in death by his brothers, John D. and Robert M. Chagnon. Services will be held at 11am at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin. Burial will be held in private at St. Michael’s Church Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home in Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com.