Gary R. MacNeill, 76, quietly left this life on February 6, 2026, at his home in Rochester, MA. His significant other of many years, Christine Post, was with him as he started his next journey.
He was the son of Jeanne (Dustin) and Havery MacNeill. He was predeceased by his brother Herbert MacNeill.
Born and raised in Rochester MA, he was a scout and in the 4-H club. He also helped out in his grandfather’s cranberry bogs (Eatmor Cranberries). After graduating high school, he went to Burdett College in Boston where he received his degree as a marketing major.
He joined the Army National Guard where he made rank of Sargeant and was an artillery surveyor specialist.
Gary loved to be around people and jobs reflected that and had many interesting ones over the years. He had what he liked to call his “potato chip” business on the Cape and Islands. He also tended bar over the years. He was also a real estate broker, and executive producer of a rock band called “The Tears.” He worked for the Wareham High School as a custodian for 25 years. He was also the shop steward.
Gary like to take several trips each year to Florida, Georgia, & Newport RI where he loved to people watch.
He leaves behind Christine Post, his significant other of Rochester MA. Her two children, Barbara E. Post of Dallas GA and her partner Tony. Her son Michael A. Post of Hewitt NJ and his partner Karin.
Previously married to Nancy (Craig) MacNeill, he leaves his son Craig MacNeill of West Wareham MA, his wife Nancy and their children. Also, his daughter Heather MacNeill of Buzzards Bay, MA.
We wish to thank Dr. Robert Gaudet of the Jordan Cancer Center at BID, Plymouth MA for the exceptional care he provided for Gary, resulting in a cancer free 6 yrs.
We would also like to thank the South Coast VNA for the very compassionate and helpful care they showed Gary.
Cremation private, no services. For online guest book: www.barlett1620.com
