Gary E. Garzoni

Gary E. Garzoni, 68, of Punxsutawney, passed away, Sunday, November 11, 2018, surrounded by his family at home. Mr. Garzoni was born April 30, 1950 in Punxsutawney. He was a son of the late Edward and Margaret (Labance) Garzoni. Gary taught 43 years at Maple View Elementary School and Punxsutawney Middle School as well as coaching for 43 years. He was an avid classic cars enthusiast and was instrumental in getting the Classic Car Unit and the Geography Bee started. He was inducted into the South Western College Hall of Fame and Punxsutawney Area Sports Hall of Fame. He was voted an All American for Football in college and coached on two undefeated teams. In his spare time his hobby was collecting pigeons. Gary is survived by his loving wife of 32 years; Pamela K. (Reitz) Garzoni. They were married November 23, 1985. He is also survived by his daughter; Jenna Garzoni- Myers and Husband Matthew of Centre Hall. Viewing will private for family. Anyone who wishes to attend are invited to a funeral mass at Ss. Cosmas & Damian Church at 11 am on Friday, November 16, 2018 with Fr. Leo Gallina as Celebrant. Interment will follow at St. Adrian Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Lisa's Ladybugs at PO Box 692, Punxsutawney, PA. 15767. or the 1st & 10 Club. McCabe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at mccabefuneralhomespa.com