Gary L. Oaks, 84, New Albany, Indiana, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025 at Sellersburg Health & Rehab Center. A native of Barren County, he was the son of the late Hubert and Nona Chaplin Oaks. He was a retired type setter for printing companies who enjoyed all kinds of sports but was especially a fan of the University of Kentucky.
Survivors include three sons: Tyson Oaks (Christine) of Sellersburg, Kevin Oaks (Lisa) of Eustis, Florida, and Stacy Oaks of New Albany; six grandchildren: Matthew Stephens (Danielle), Ryan Stephens, and Bryan Stephens all of Glasgow, Dylan Oaks (Grace) and Taylor Oaks all of Eustis, and Hudson Oaks of Sellersburg; one great-granddaughter Jaime Eloise Oaks with one great-grandchild on the way; his special companion Cathy Hopper of New Albany; a son-in-law, Bobby Gilliam of Scottsville; along with many cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Mary Mitchell Brooks Oaks, and one daughter Angie Gilliam.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home with burial in the Glasgow Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will begin at noon Tuesday at the funeral home.
