Gary Carr Crispell, age 78, passed away February 8th, in North Kansas City hospital surrounded by his loved ones. He was born and raised in Ferndale, New York, by his loving parents, Ernest and Edith Crispell. He attended Liberty Central High School, class of 1963. Gary received his business degree from Central Missouri State College, Warrensburg, Mo. He was a successful businessman in Kansas City.  Gary was married to Pamela Merritt from Monticello, New York. He is survived by his daughters Lisa Bongino, and Stacey Yates {KC}, his brother Edward Crispell {Terry}, his sister Elizabeth Dino {Oscar}, his two special grandchildren Nicholas Bongino, and Alyssa Bowles and his niece and nephews. He enjoyed spending time with Treyton Jones, his great-grandson. Gary is also survived by his longtime companion Donald Shepoka.

A celebration of life will be at the convenience of his family.