Gary McAlister

Birth date: Feb 5, 1949 Death date: Feb 15, 2022

Gary Stephen McAlister, 73, of Cornelius, passed away February 15th, 2022. He was born in Iredell County, NC on February 5th, 1949 to George and Mary McAlister. Gary graduated from East Carolina University with a BA in Business wi Read Obituary

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Elaine Funderburk

77w ago

OMG! Here it is 2024, and I just learned that Gary passed two years ago. I haven’t gone to another hairdresser since he stopped. A former hairdresser myself, I cut my own hair and travelled. Gary cut my hair for more years than I can remember, probably since the late 80s. He was one of the kindest people I ever knew. Gary was brilliant, creative, and mostly kind. He loved committing “Random acts of kindness,” always saying whatever he gave always came back to him. One day, he got me to get out of the chair to show me you can dance with anyone well, if they know how to properly lead. We danced together and he was right. I will leave it there. He lead and made everyone he knew laugh and want to dance.

Dottie Toney

189w ago

Oh how I enjoyed Gary so much over the many years he styled my hair. We loved to talk politics. My Mom held a Republican position so that cemented our friendship! He was so easy to talk to, loved it when he and Mike would get into “discussions”….always friendly. Dottie Toney

Sharon Washam

189w ago

Gary was my hair stylist for more years than I can remember. Every six weeks we caught up on the latest travels, politics and events! These appointments were always a treat since you never knew what Gary might share that day. He loved his family and his business relationships and always made each client feel special. He lived life to the fullest. Rest In Peace Gary.

Tammy Aloula

190w ago

in honor of Gary.

A lighted pale blue candle with a small white flower and a few leaves at its base, set against a soft blue background.

Jean Winkler

190w ago

My friend Gary McAlister.
I worked with Gary many years in the beauty business.
There was never a dull moment in the shop when he was there.No one ever made me laugh, as much as Gary did.He was an excellent hair stylist to the point that in January reach year, his clients would come take his appointment book and book themselves for the entire year.
Gary loved life to the fullest.
Gary had many talents ,loved to travel ,entertaining his friends and his clients, but most of all he loved his family.Never will there be another person in my life like Gary McAlister.
RIP my friend until we meet again.
To the family my thoughts and prayers for you during this difficult time.

Woody Washam

190w ago

A childhood friend and neighbor. So creative, talented, unique and fun living. Great loss… RIP

Judy Hodson

190w ago

Gary was one of the happiest, full of life, people I have ever know. His kind and giving heart was a true gift to this community. A hair appointment with Gary was like buying a ticket to a show. You could hear great stories, discussions on the latest Broadway show and yes, a little politics could be discussed too! One of my favorite stories of his was his first trip to NYC. While in a deli for lunch he was asked what kind of bread he wanted for his sandwich, after some thought, he replied, “Merita!” This has already been said, but Gary was one of the kindest, caring people I have ever known. Rest well Gary, you’ve earned it. Well done thy good and faithful servant.

Inman Susan

190w ago

Gary was the kindest, most generous people I knew. He flawlessly (as we joked) cut my hair for many many years. Getting your haircut by Gary was an experience not just a haircut. Yes, he was always running behind but how we all loved him and his talent. Rest easy Gary. You are one of the good ones. Suzie Inman

Jimmy & Rachel Hucks

190w ago

in honor of Gary.

A pale pink candle with a lit flame, surrounded by small white flowers and a purple bud against a soft pink background.

Diana Duggan Elliott

190w ago

My condolences to Gary’s family. Gary was my hair stylist for many, many years, and Ann Dutton’s memories of him so accurately describe the Gary I knew. Gary was a man of many talents with a big heart and personality to match! I missed seeing him after I moved out of state. My sympathies to his family and the many friends who miss him. Diana Elliott

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