Gary Wayne Stratton

Gary Wayne Stratton entered eternal rest on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at his home in Schenectady, NY, with his loved ones by his side. He was born on October 4, 1955, in Albany, NY, to the late Robert Stratton, Sr. and Geraldine Stratton.

He attended school in the Albany School District. Later he moved to Schenectady, NY, where he met the love of his life, Sheila Scott. On October 2, 1990, he was united in holy matrimony to Sheila Scott who became Mrs. Sheila Stratton.

Gary was predeceased by his parents, Robert Stratton, Sr. and Geraldine Stratton; a brother, Kevin K. Stratton and his niece, Kimberly R. Stratton.

Gary leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Sheila Stratton; three children: Marques (Lakesha) Stratton, Dawanda M. Wilkinson and Namen Scott and a number of grandchildren. He is also survived by great nieces and great nephews. He also leaves to cherish his loving memory, his brother, Robert (Joyce) Stratton, Jr. and his sister, Paula Stratton of Albany, NY; four nieces: Sonya (Reginald) Barnes Sr. and Isharah (Mazene) Scott of Albany, Erica Stratton of Virginia Beach, VA, Tonicia (Nyshima) Kelly-Johnson of Atlanta, GA; and one nephew, Tory Stratton of Virginia Beach, VA. Also, his mother-in-law, Mary Scott; sister-in-law: Mary (Squeky) Wright, Julie Scott, Paula Scott, Teena (Wilson) Coney Pickett, Sharon Scott, and brother-in-law, James (Jimmy) Scott.

The family wishes to thank Elder Douglas Clark and New Comer Funeral Home and their families and friends for all their kindness.

                                                                                May God bless each one of you.