FARMINGDALE – Gary John Markham, 65, of Farmingdale, died unexpectedly Monday, Jan. 23, 2023 at his home. He was born in Augusta on Feb. 27, 1957, the son of William and Betty (King) Markham.

He attended schools in Farmingdale, graduating from Halldale High School in class of 1975.

He worked at Snow’s Tire and Key Bank for many years and was self-employed as a sawyer with his portable saw mill, before retiring.

Gary loved to go camping and to fish, use his tractor around the property, go to the fairs in the summer and spend time with his grandsons.

Gary is survived by his wife, Cynthia Markham; son, Jonathon Markham and his wife Kasey of West Gardiner; two grandsons, Jamison and Kingsley; brother, Tim Markham of Pennsylvania, sister, Ruth Tweedy of Arizonia; nieces Emily and Jessica and nephew, Dylan. He was predeceased by his parents.

Gary’s visiting hours will be held on Monday, Jan. 30, from 1 – 2 p.m., with words of remembrance at 2 p.m., at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner.

Arrangements are entrusted with Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner. Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website, http://www.staplesfuneralhome.com.

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