Gary Haggart

HAGGART, Gary R. - died peacefully at home November 17, 2014 after a brief illness. He was surrounded by loving family and friends. Gary was born in Flint, August 17, 1947, to Walter and Irene Haggart. A graduate of Central High School and Albion College, Gary married (Kathy) Weener Moody in December, 1972. Together they created a life of adventure, community service, devotion to family and friends, and most of all to each other. In recent years they enjoyed spending several months a year at their home in The Villages, Florida. Gary spent a lengthy career in the non-profit sector, beginning in the Genesee County Probate Court, moving on to the Director of Flint's Downtown Development Authority and later directing Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint. During his time as director of Big Brothers Big Sisters, Gary extended its services to include high school mentors and developed the organization's now largest fundraiser: Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowling Challenge. Later in his career, Gary became director of The Shelter of Flint, a comprehensive program for homeless women, children and families. A tireless advocate for community service and volunteerism, Gary served on the board of directors for the Genesee County Habitat for Humanity. He founded the grassroots beautification program, Keep Genesee County Beautiful and spearheaded the 100 Men/100 Boys Mentoring Program. In 2009, he was the recipient of the Sybyl Atwood Award honoring one who exemplifies dedication, energy and devotion to helping others. Gary, himself, mentored many young people and has maintained lifelong friendships with them. He has always demonstrated extreme compassion for those less fortunate than he. Gary is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Weener (Kathy); his son, Charlie (Andrea) and granddaughters, Tori and Karlee; friend, Marlow Morgan (Rachel). Sisters-in-law Susie Patton (Bob) Mary Moody (Ken), brothers-in-law Mike Moody and John Terry Moody (Debbie). Nieces and nephews, Kelly Hudgens (John), Devon Fuller (Todd), Kelly Patton (Daniel), Kate Taylor (Max), Michelle Ball (Rob) and Bryan Moody (Nicki). Several great nieces and nephews. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Kaaren Haggart Shaw, and nephew Duncan Moody Bronston. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts may be made in Gary's name to The Shelter of Flint, or Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint. A celebration of Gary's life will be held at 3p.m. Monday, November 24, 2014 at Genesys Banquet Center. Arrangements by Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton.

Funeral Service

Monday, November 24, 2014 3:00 PM
Genesys Banquet Center
Grand Blanc 48439, United States