Gary Lee Jessup
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.
Gary was a great neighbor and friend in our early years in Houston. Our condolences to Janet and his children. May he rest in peace.
Your family is in my prayers night and day. Praying God will comfort you and give you strength as you navigate life from a different prospective. Sending love and hugs to all of you.
My condolences to craig and family my thoughts and prayers are with you sorry for your loss
My heart goes out to Janet and all the family. He was such a kind and sweet man. Please take comfort in knowing he is with our Lord and Savior. He is resting peacefully in the arms of Jesus.
Sweet Janet, there are no words. The Lord bless you and keep you during this time of lamenting.
Jay, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of Carrie’s dad. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared and in the love surrounding you all.
Gary was a great friend, neighbor and worker. He was a baseball player for our engineering company. We would carpool for years in the Sage Meadow area to various job sites. I enjoyed our lunches at Floyds and Luby’s with fellow retired friends. We would always talk about family. I’ll miss him.
We are so sorry for your loss Craig. Praying for comfort for you and your family.
My condolences and prayers for Janet and all the family. May their faith guide them in the days ahead of grieving and missing their beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and uncle
May the Lord wrap his arms around your family, Janet. I am blessed to have met Gary. May he rest an eternal peace.
Psalm 23:4: “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me
Love and Hugs to you Soul Sister!
I worked with Gary several times over the years. He was great to work for. He will be missed.
My condolences to the family. I worked with Gary for many years and in my 40+ years of working in engineering, I felt he was the best piping designer that I have known. He was well organized and got along with people very well, making him an excellent piping lead on projects. He was great to work with and I was proud to call him my friend.
Sweet Janet, our condolences to you and your family. May the Lord comfort you and your family in this time of grievance.
Sending our condolences, love and prayers. Praying God’s peace, strength and comfort during this difficult time. The Lord has promised He will never leave us and He is with us through all things. Many are praying for Janet and her sweet family.
Prayers to the Jessup family… The Graham family❤️
Sending my condolences and prayers to Gary’s family. I worked for Gary for almost 10 years at Worley on several projects. I remember the day he retired.
I learned a lot from Gary. We always talked about our families.
It was just in last few years I started following him on Facebook. Rest in peace.
So sorry for your loss Janet.
Craig, sending my deepest condolences & prayers to you & your family.
May your Dad rest in peace.
My Heavenly Husband Gabby sends heavenly prayers