Gary Chester Glab

Gary Chester Glab, born on September 2, 1944, passed away peacefully at his home in San Francisco on June 2, 2026. His life was a vibrant tapestry woven with diverse experiences, deep passions, and an enduring kindness that touched many.

Gary’s journey was marked by a profound love of the world and its stories. After earning a Master of Arts from the Division of the Humanities at the University of Chicago in 1969, he embraced a life of exploration and learning. He spent several years as a flight attendant, traveling the globe and gaining a wealth of worldly insight. This chapter of his life was followed by a brief but meaningful tenure as an Art History professor at San Francisco State University, where he shared his passion for art with eager minds.

Ultimately, Gary devoted 33 years to public service in the criminal division of the Northern District of California US Attorney’s Office in San Francisco. His work was marked by a dedication to justice and an unwavering commitment to community.

Those who spent time with Gary remember endless hours of conversations filled with the best advice, flowing from a man who was not only worldly but profoundly caring. His sense of humor and exquisite vocabulary made even the most simple conversations captivating. He was a kind and thoughtful soul who, once known, left a lasting impression through his genuine warmth and wisdom.

Outside his professional achievements Gary found great joy in flowers, art, music, and a dog named Ziggy. He delighted in simple pleasures like meeting friends for coffee, enjoying a burger for lunch at Joe’s or the Caesar salad at Fino...each a small celebration in his cherished city of San Francisco.

Gary was born to Charlotte and Chester Glab, who preceded him in death. Their memory lives on in the values and tenderness that he embodied.

As we remember Gary Chester Glab, we honor a life rich with experience, dedication, and heart. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, worldly knowledge, and a profound love for art and life’s simple delights. His peaceful passing marks the closing of a remarkable chapter, but his spirit remains with all whose lives he so deeply enriched.