Gary was raised in Nixa, MO graduating from high school in 1962, where he was known for hot rods and always ready for street racing. His love for cars was second to his never-ending love for his wife, Judy. The high school sweethearts were married on January 4, 1964, and celebrated 58 wonderful, adventurous years and were later blessed with two precious children.

He was a man with many life experiences. He was a fireman in Missouri and Alaska, owned a construction company and mechanic shop, worked the Alaskan pipeline, and was an outfitter in Colorado.

Gary enjoyed Cowboy Mounted Shooting, flying his plane in Alaska, and traveling the country, especially the mountains in Colorado.

Gary was baptized on May 5, 1957, and was a lifelong member of Riverdale Baptist Church. He was a very proud deacon of his church for several years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bonnie and Mildred Hannah; his daughter, Katreana Hannah Houck; sibling, Janet Whipple and husband Jim; and several good horses and mules.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Hannah; his son, Brad Hannah and wife Rhonda; granddaughters, Ashley Hannah and Allison Hannah; sister, Shirley Pfaff; brother, Darrell Hannah and wife Dana; a multitude of nieces and nephews; many, many good friends and his favorite beagle, Jessie Lynn.