Gary Paul Chamblee
Gary Paul Chamblee, 88, of The Woodlands, TX, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, on his 88th birthday.
Gary was born on September 6, 1937, in Sulphur, Louisiana, to Woodrow and Leola Chamblee. He earned his B.S. from Louisiana State University, an M.S. from McNeese State University, and pursued doctoral studies at the University of Houston.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of Captain and completing a deployment in Korea. Following his service, Gary enjoyed a long and fulfilling career in computer programming, contributing to the NASA space program through several contracting companies.
While attending graduate school, Gary met the love of his life, Linda Diane Gibbs, whom he married in 1964. Together, they raised two children, Brooke and Mark, in Seabrook, TX, where they made their home for 35 years. Gary was a devoted Christian, husband, father, and grandfather. He found joy in gardening, swimming, and Bible studies, always placing faith and family at the center of his life.
Gary was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 40 years, Linda Diane Gibbs Chamblee, who passed away in 2004; his parents, Woodrow and Leola Chamblee; and his in-laws, Floyd and Blanche Gibbs.
Gary is survived by his daughter, Brooke Gilcrease and husband Brad of Cypress, TX; his son, Mark Chamblee and wife Tracy of The Woodlands, TX; his grandchildren, Cameron Chamblee, Madison Gilcrease Navratil and husband Oliver, Ryan Gilcrease, and Alyssa Chamblee; his brother, Byron Chamblee and wife Evelyn of Sulphur, LA; his sister-in-law Wanda Arbaugh and husband Richard of Houston, TX; and many nieces and nephews. Gary’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Nicole Williams, his caregiver for the last few years.
A viewing and rosary will be held on Sunday, September 21, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with the rosary beginning at 6:00 PM at Crowder Funeral Home in Webster, TX. Funeral Mass will be Monday, September 22, at 10:20 AM at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Clear Lake, TX. Interment will follow at Mt Olivet Catholic Cemetery, Dickinson, TX.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Gary’s memory to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in The Woodlands, TX, or St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Clear Lake, TX.
Gary’s family takes comfort in knowing that he is now in the Kingdom of Heaven with our Lord and Savior and reunited with Linda.
Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a little, I will set you over much; enter into the joy of your master.
— Matthew 25:21
Brook, thinking of you and your family at this time of loss. Prayers lifted for comfort for all🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Gary was an inspiration to me and many others. Living with so many obstacles, he accepted the hand he was delt with patience and courage. He was grateful for each minute of each day God gave him, all eighty-eight years! God knows Gary Chamblee!
Your parents made an imprint on my life that will carry on throughout my lifetime! That is a special gift and acknowledgment to them and you. They were very special people. You and Mark were so fortunate to have had them as your parents! My prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time of loss. I know they will be with you in spirit and you will reunite again one day! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
We are so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Condolences to you and your
family. I know he will be truly missed. I’m sure you will have many fond memories.
Kay Simpson Talton.
Brooke and Mark, I am thinking of you both during this time. Your dad, as well as your mom, was always kind and compassionate towards me and for that I will always be grateful. May you look back on the precious memories of your dad and find peace in knowing that he raised two amazing children.
I have so many wonderful memories of your parents from my childhood. It aleays makes me smile when I think of them.. Your dad had a great sense of humor and was always sweet to us. I remember him working in his huge, beautiful, vegetable agarden. He set an inspiring Christian example. You and Mark were very blessed to have him as a father and I know he will me greatly missed.
It has been many years, but sending our family condolences to you, Brooke and Mark. Your parents were always cheerful and positive. May you take comfort in having had a great foundation and examples for your lives.