Gary Delbert Stroud, Sr., 84, of Rocky Face, Georgia, fell asleep in Jesus, Sabbath, December 21, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather , brother and teacher to many. He was an active member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. He was predeceased by his, parents. survivors include his wife, Karen Stroud; Joelle (Donald) Wolf; Gary (Shelly) Stroud Jr., grandchildren, Devin (Danielle), Derek, Dillon, Chelsi, Chana, Thomas and sister, Faith DeYoung. A private family service will be held at a later date.