Garland Wayne (Gary) Felty, 54, of 2902 Jackson River Road, Covington, Virginia died Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at Lewis Gale-Alleghany Hospital in Low Moor.

Mr. Felty was born August 13, 1963, in Roanoke, a son of Virginia C. "Jenny" Felty of Covington and the late Garland Preston "Pete" Felty.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Matthew Walsh.

He retired as an Activity Therapy Associate at the Eastern Shore Hospital Center.

He was an avid bass fisherman, loved to play cards, watch and play lacrosse, and was a big fan of Virginia teams; the Washington Capitals, and the Dallas Cowboys, loved Lexington and the Civil War history, and was a food enthusiast.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 24 years, Mary Jane Walsh Felty of Cambridge, MD; a daughter, Sophia Felty of Cambridge, MD; a son, Nicholas Felty of Fort Bragg, NC; a brother, Terry Felty and wife, Rebecca of Boston, MA; a half sister, Anita Mitchem and husband, Jim of Pulaski; a mother-in-law, Rose Mary Walsh of Centerville, MD; a number of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins, as well as his Facebook friends.

In keeping with Gary's wishes his body has been cremated.

A memorial service will be held this evening (August 9, 2018) at 5:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Evangelical Presbyterian Church at 626 E. Morris Hill Road, Covington, VA 24426.

The family will receive friends following the service.

The family suggests that memorial donation be made in Mr. Felty's name to the Alleghany Humane Society at 9313 Richpatch Road, Covington, VA 24426.

The Arritt Funeral Home, Covington, Virginia, is in charge of arrangements.