Gary Doyle McCallie

March 31, 1968 - May 23, 2020

Gary McCallie, Jr., an iron worker, pipefitter and resident of Dayton, TN, passed away on Saturday morning, May 23, 2020, at the age of 52. Gary was born on March 31, 1968 in Chattanooga, TN, the son of Gary and Marty McCallie. Gary was a graduate of Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe High School class of 1987. Gary McCallie Jr. was a wonderful son, brother, father and grandfather. He brought so much joy and laughter to every person he met. He was full of life and passion. A true friend, an encourager, and a comedian with a smile that would light up any room. He will truly be missed by all that knew him. He is survived by his daughter EmaLee (Brett) Cross of Soddy Daisy, TN; grandson, Stone Cross of Lakesite, TN; parents, Gary and Marty McCallie; sister, Crystal (Shannon) Adams; brother, Chris (Rachel) McCallie; nieces, Callie Adams, Anna Adams, and Sarah Kate Adams, all of Dayton, TN; and nieces and nephews, Jacob McCallie, Caroline McCallie, and Victoria McCallie of Fort Oglethorpe, GA. Visitation and Celebration of Life for family and close friends will be held on Friday, May 29, 2020 with drop-in between 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at his home and sister’s residence at 746 Sunset Drive, Dayton, TN 37321. Please share your memories of Gary on his online guest register at www.vanderwallfh.com. The family is being cared for by the Vanderwall Funeral Home in Dayton, TN. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to the family to: 2309 HOLLY HILL RD., SODDY DAISY, TN 37379.