On December 18, 1987, he married the love of his life, Julie Ann Mitton, in the Salt Lake City Temple. They then welcomed three children: Steven, Christian, and Mischael. In 2014, Gary and Julie adopted two amazing daughters, Diana and Maria, who have become integral members of the family. Gary started Aspen Senior Care, an in-home care company, and Aspen Senior Day Center, a daycare center for those needing memory care.

He is survived by his beloved family: his wife, Julie Ann Mitton Staples; their children and spouses, Steven (Whitney) Staples, Christian (Sara) Staples, Diana (Luis) Macias, Mischael (Jonathan) Jones, Maria (Marcos) Reynaga; and his four sweet and beautiful grandchildren, Luke, Andrew, Lucy and Bennett, as well as his siblings, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Janet Staples, and his father-in-law, Jay Mitton.

In lieu of flowers, Gary desired everyone to listen to K-LOVE radio (107.5 FM in Utah) and watch The Chosen, and make donations to both. Please share any memories of Gary at MemoriesofGaryStaples.com

Public viewing will be held Sunday, 5/15 from 4-6 pm and the funeral will be Monday, 5/16 at 2 pm. Both will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 303 W 3700 N Provo, UT 84604.

Condolences may be shared at: www.serenicare.com