Gary C. Brownell, 72, of Robstown, Texas passed away May 9, 2012. He was born December 8, 1939 in Sterling, Illinois. Gary was a U. S. Air Force veteran, was a heavy equipment operator, a Methodist and a member of the North American Hunting Club. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vikki Brownell. He is survived by his son, Montana Brownell of Robstown, Texas; close friends Olive and Calvin Whittaker of Odem, Texas and Martin and Chris Comeaux of Calallen, Texas. Visitation will be from 2 P.M. until 6 P.M. Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Sawyer-George Funeral Home.