A native of Utica, NY, Mr. Babinec was a son of the late Paul John Babinec and Genevieve Hadzjak Babinec. Gary will be remembered as a man that loved his family and fishing. He passed his love of fishing to his grandsons, Anthony and Mike, teaching them everything about fishing. When he lived in NY, he enjoyed spending time on the St. Lawrence River and time at Kring Point. He was a handyman who enjoyed lending a helping hand to all his friends in their building projects. He enjoyed the company of his cat, Lizzy. He also loved all his friends in Tega Cay, SC.
Surviving are his three children, Darsel Excell (Thomas), Rhonda Danella (Guy) and John Babinec (Susanne); his significant other, Jamie Ringelberg and her two daughters, Josie Ringelberg and Gina Ringelberg Green; three grandchildren, Michael Excell (Kelli), Alexis Conte (Sean) and Ryan Conte; four great-grandchildren, Beckham Excell, Maverick Excell, Mason Brady, and Daphne Green; and good friend, John Burnham (Little Grasshopper.) He was preceded by his wife, Diane Doxie Babinec; his grandson and fishing buddy, Anthony Excell.
Palmetto Funeral Home is serving the family.
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Thomas Hyslip lives in Tega Cay with his wife and daughter. After 27 years in the U.S. Army and Federal Law Enforcement, he retired to pursue his passion for teaching. Tom is now an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of South Florida. In 2 short years he has won 10 awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including first place in column writing, education beat reporting and best podcast.
