Gary 'Bullwinkle' Ethington

ETHINGTON, Gary 'Bullwinkle', age 55, of Gaines, died Tuesday, October 31, 2006 as a result of a motorcycle accident. Funeral Services will be held 1PM Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek., Rev. William Loy officiating. Interment to follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Swartz Creek. Visitation will be held 5-8PM Thursday and 1-8PM Friday at the funeral home. Gary was born June 14, 1951 in Flint, the son of Gary L. and Bobbie (Brooks) Ethington. He was a 1970 graduate of Southwestern High School. Gary married Susan Sopko in Flint, on October 24, 1970. He was employed by Buick Hydromatic and a member of the Flint HOG Chapter. Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Susan; 2 daughters, Michelle Ethington (Don) of Luzerne, Becky Youmans (Chris) of Swartz Creek; son, Paul Ethington (Stacy) of Vernon; 7 grandchildren, Courtney, Kevin, Michael, Gavin, Dakota, Logan, Cody; sister, Judy Norman (Paul); 2 brothers, Allen Ethington (Linda), Ron Ethington; and many additional loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Bill Ethington. Those desiring may share online condolences or post a tribute at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.