Gary Lee Jessup, 76, passed away on March 23, 2026. He was born on July 6, 1949, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Margene and Howard Jessup.

Gary was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was rooted in love, family, and hard work. He married the love of his life, Janet, on July 15, 1971. Together, they built a beautiful life, beginning in Norman, Oklahoma, before relocating to the Houston area in 1974, where they raised their family and created countless cherished memories.

He was a proud father to Lisa Wolf (Robert), Craig Jessup (Lindsay), Carrie Forrest
(Jay), Darren Jessup (Leah). His greatest joy came from being “Papa” to Dylan Jessup, Gavin Wolf, Kendall Wolf, Madison Jessup, Emma Forrest, Katelyn Forrest, Ashlyn Jessup, Ella Jessup, and Ruth Jessup, each of whom he loved deeply and unconditionally.

Gary is preceded in death by his mom and dad, his brothers Howard Milan and Thomas Tennery.

Gary is also survived by his siblings, Lavada Tennery and Larry Jessup, and was a
beloved uncle to Sam Tennery, Mary Beth White, Michelle Jessup, Milan Jessup, and
Jennifer LaFoe and many great nieces and nephews.

For 45 years, Gary dedicated his career to piping design in the oil and gas engineering
industry, where he was respected for his knowledge, work ethic, and commitment.
Outside of work, Gary had a deep love for sports. Whether watching a game, talking
stats, or cheering from the sidelines, sports brought him immense joy. He was an
especially passionate fan of the University of Oklahoma, proudly supporting the
Sooners through every season. His enthusiasm for OU was something he shared with
family and friends, creating lasting traditions and memories.

Gary will be remembered for his steady presence, his sense of humor, his dedication to
his family, and the pride he took in those he loved. His legacy lives on in the lives of his
children and grandchildren, and in the many people who were fortunate enough to know
him.

He will be deeply missed and forever loved.

There will be a memorial service on Monday March 30, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. at Crowder Funeral Home 2422 E. Broadway St, Pearland, Texas 77581.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to MD Anderson Cancer Center is Gary’s
memory.

Online: Visit gifts.mdanderson.org to fill out the form, selecting “In Memory of” to
dedicate your donation.

Mail: Send a check to MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX
77210-4486.