Gary Lynn Leisure went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2025. Gary was born May 22, 1954, to Glasford and Laura Leisure. Gary graduated from Bowling Green State University. He worked at Gerstenslagers after graduation for several years. He then moved to the Wooster Brush Company where he retired in 2021 after 35 years of service. Gary loved his time at Wooster Brush and developed many friendships there. While he started as an engineer some of his other added responsibilities included the phone system, supervisor of Quality Control, Maintenance and the Machine Shop. Gary was in charge of the building enhancements the Wooster Brush did to their location on Madison Ave. from the 1990’s until he retired in 2021 working closely with Bogner Construction. Gary finished his career at the Wooster Brush Company as plant facilitator.
Gary met his future wife, Sharon Strouse Mount, at the Brush. They married March 22, 1992. Gary and his wife, Sharon, purchased 14 acres west of Wooster in November 1998. They spent many years raising and showing registered Haflinger horses and enjoying farm life. Gary also supervised the construction of their log home at the farm. Gary was elected as the Ohio Director for the American Haflinger Registry where he served for 11 years making many friends.
Gary is survived by his wife, Sharon, son, Chris Leisure, granddaughter Raven Sky Leisure, brothers Jerry (Joy) of California and Darrell of Wooster, brother-in-law Steve (Patty) Strouse of Wooster as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and sister-in-law Judy (Darrell) Leisure.
Services will be held at the McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM with the Pastor Randy Moomaw officiating. Interment will follow in Vermillion Cemetery (Haysville).
Friends will be received on Friday from 5:00-7:00 PM at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
I worked with Gary at Gerstenslagers, very good person. Friendly, treated guys in the shop as equals.
Sharon,was sorry to hear about Gary.Prayers going up for you and family
Lord, be with Sharon at this time. Let her feel your peace, love and your arms wrapped around her. In Jesus name I ask this. Amen.
Sharon I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing! Please know sincere prayers are being sent up for both you,Chris and the rest of your family!
Oh Sharon! I’m so sorry. I’m thankful our paths crossed in real estate but went from business to friendship. I’m thankful to have met Gary, and see the love, faithfulness and care you had for each other. My prayers to you and the whole family. Julie
So sorry to hear this. Gary was a great to work with and to have a friendship with. Our prayers go out to his family.
I’m so sorry Sharon, you have my deepest sympathy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear about the passing of Gary. Gary and I worked at Wooster Brush . He will be missed.
Sharon so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family. Gary made a great impact at Wooster Brush and was a valuable member on WCSCC advisory boards.
My condulances to the family of Gary. No one knows me but back in the 60s as a boy my parents were friends of his parents. We use to go over there a lot and visit I dont remember a lot but I know I played with the boys and Gary at there home in Wooster I’ve never got to meet him as a grown man all these years but just long time memories. Dave Geib Killbuck ohio
I worked at Gerstenslager in the 80s, at the same time as Gary. I remember Gary sharing stories about his cats. I’m sorry to hear about his passing. You and your family will be in my prayers.
I worked at Gerstenslagers when Gary did and knew him a bit. He was a lovely human being. I am sorry for his loss.
I worked at Gerstenslagers in the 70’s when Gary was there. Great person. He was well liked by everyone. Sorry I did not see him more often after I left “Gerty’s”.
Sharon, I was shocked and saddened
by the news of Gary’s death. I pray that you are finding peace in the knowledge that he is not suffering. You are on my mind and in my heart. Let us know if we can help in any way.