09/06/2025
Gary Dale Chaddock, age 83, of Minerva, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on September 4, 2025.
Gary was born to Joseph and Doris (Booth) Chaddock in Canton, Ohio on October 21, 1941. A 1960 graduate of Carrollton High School, he proudly served in the Army, before settling into his lifelong career with Ohio Power / American Electric Power, first as a lineman, and later as a superintendent. In addition he spent years representing the company by presenting high voltage electrical safety programs to thousands of classroom students, first responders and civic groups.
Gary married the love of his life, Elaine Francis Pariano, on January 28, 1967. Together they shared 58 beautiful years, filled with family, friends, laughter, and adventures.
Gary was a long-time member of St. Gabriel Catholic Church, where he served as a lector and eucharistic minister, and he and Elaine taught high school catechism. Hundreds of Catholic couples from Minerva, Malvern and Carrollton have fond memories of valuable lessons and laughter from the Catholic marriage preparation classes that Gary and Elaine led for over thirty years. He coached little league and high school baseball alongside of his friend Dick Boggs. He was proud to have served the community on the Minerva Local School Board, including in the role as Board President.
In retirement Gary enjoyed a number of hobbies. Many friends and family have experienced a “wine tour” where he would enthusiastically explain the science behind his wine-making process and share tastes of his favorite homemade varieties. He was a popular local electrical handyman. He fished on Lake Erie, in local bass tournaments, and in the Atlantic Ocean with his children and grandchildren. He was grateful for breakfasts with Chuck, and parties with Elaine and their many friends. He adored supporting grandchildren in athletics and 4H, as he had done with his children years prior. He especially loved his annual fishing trips in Canada with his dear friends, known as the Alliance Fishing Group.
Gary was an amazing partner, father and grandfather, full of immense pride toward his family. His children credit his example, and unwavering support of them for the many successes in their lives. He was a friend to all who were fortunate to have known him.
Besides his parents, Gary was preceded in death by two (infant) sons David and Joseph, his (infant) sister Karen, and his brother and sister-in-law Roy and Donna Chaddock.
Gary is survived by his wife Elaine, children Gary (Nicole) Chaddock, Joe (Susan) Chaddock, and Kristy (Randall) Pero, and thirteen grandchildren: Kaitlin (Jake) Cummings, Josie Chaddock (fiancé Gabe Kynard), Abby Chaddock, Ellie Chaddock, Jay (Peyton) Chaddock, Luke Chaddock, Nick Chaddock, Rudy Pero, Klara Pero, Reid Pero, Kynsie Pero, Kora Pero and Kiersyn Pero. He is also survived by his brother Dennis (Debbie) Chaddock, brother-in-law Tom (Lisa) Pariano and sister-in-law Linda Pariano.
A Mass of the Christian Burial will be Monday at 11:00 in St. Gabriel Catholic church in Minerva with Fr. Victor Cinson as celebrant. Burial will be in Sandy Valley Cemetery with military honors. Calling hours will be Sunday from 5:00-8:00pm and Monday one hour prior to services from 10:00 – 11:00 in St. Gabriel Catholic Church. Those wishing to share their condolences may sign the online register book at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Minerva Athletic Booster Club at P.O. Box 181, Minerva, Ohio 44657.
