Monroe “Gary” McCallister, 74, of Penrose passed away March 3, 2021.  He was born November 27, 1946 in Cañon City to Monroe and Helen (Cooper) McCallister.  A Navy veteran, Gary served in the Vietnam conflict and was a long-time member of the V.F.W.  He worked as a drywaller and later owned an antique shop.  Gary loved his antiques, enjoyed camping and going to auctions.

He is survived by his loving wife, Stephanie (Wood) McCallister;...

Monroe “Gary” McCallister, 74, of Penrose passed away March 3, 2021.  He was born November 27, 1946 in Cañon City to Monroe and Helen (Cooper) McCallister.  A Navy veteran, Gary served in the Vietnam conflict and was a long-time member of the V.F.W.  He worked as a drywaller and later owned an antique shop.  Gary loved his antiques, enjoyed camping and going to auctions.

He is survived by his loving wife, Stephanie (Wood) McCallister; children, Beth, Leanna, Jody, Trevor; eleven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother, Jim; numerous extended family members and many friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, numerous aunts and uncles.

Celebration of Life open house with military honors, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 27, V.F.W. Post 2788, 402 S. Broadway, in Penrose.