Gary Joe Breeding

Cleveland, Va.-Gary Joe Breeding, 50, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald (Cotton) Breeding, Sr. and Wanda Sue Breeding; his wife, Crystal Gayle Breeding and his sister, Renee Breeding.

He worked at Bristol Compressors, Universal Fibers and lawn Care. Gary was always a hard worker. He liked to play basketball with his daughter and spend time with his grandchildren. He was a good friend to many and loved the Kansas City Chiefs.

He is survived by his daughter, Deanna Paige Breeding; brother, Ronald Breeding, Jr.; sister, Rhonda Reynolds; grandchildren, Chloe, Cash, Jaxson and Ellie; great-nephew, Dawson Hicks and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be made on the Combs-Hess Funeral & Cremation Service Facebook page and our website at www.chfunerals.com. Combs-Hess Funeral Service, 291 Highway 71 Fincastle Road, Lebanon, VA 24266, (276) 889-4444.