Gary R. Neuleib, 75, of New Windsor, Illinois passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Friendship Manor in Rock Island.
Visitation will be Sunday, January 22, 2023, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Calvary Lutheran Church in New Windsor. The funeral service will be Monday, January 23, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Calvary Lutheran Church. Interment will be at the New Windsor “Petrie” Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be left to the Erin Neuleib Memorial Horse 4H Scholarship Fund or Calvary Lutheran Church.
Gary was born September 28, 1947, in Geneseo, Illinois the son of Sherman and Marjorie Wiese Neuleib. After graduating from Geneseo High School, he joined the United States Army and proudly served his country from September 1966 to January 1969. He married Sandra K. Joneson on March 27, 1976. She passed on September 12, 2021.
Gary was an over-the-road truck driver for many years. He began his career with Sprout Trucking and eventually retired from Dohrn Transfer Company. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church, Viola American Legion, Tri-City Trail Riders, Illinois State Stock Horse Association, Edwards River Antique Engine Association, and the Geneseo Antique Engine and Tractor Association. He was an avid train and John Deere collector. He also enjoyed attending auctions in his spare time.
He is survived by his daughter, Melanie (Andy) Zimmerman of New Windsor; granddaughter Nora Zimmerman; cousins, Deb (Scott) Hawkins of Elmhurst, Rodger (Stephanie) Rickman of Geneseo, Paul Zima of Geneseo and Louis Zima of Geneseo. He is also survived by seven nieces and nephews.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and daughter, Erin Neuleib.
