The FHS community is mourning the loss of Gary Shingledecker, a member of the FHS Class of 2024 and a respected assistant coach who was part of the 2006 state championship basketball team.
Gary’s passing followed a battle with pancreatic cancer, leaving friends, former classmates, athletes, and members of the school community grieving the loss of someone who had meaningful connections to FHS both as a student and through basketball.
His involvement with the 2006 state championship team added another important chapter to his connection with the school. As an assistant coach, Gary contributed his time and experience to a team that reached the highest level of competition, creating memories that would remain part of the program’s history.
For those who knew him, his connection to FHS extended beyond the basketball court. Being part of the school community as a member of the Class of 2024 and later serving as a coach allowed Gary to leave an impression across different generations of students and athletes.
His death after battling pancreatic cancer marks a painful loss for those who knew him and followed his journey. The news has brought sadness to the FHS community, where memories of Gary’s involvement in the school and basketball program will continue to be remembered.
At this difficult time, thoughts and condolences are with Gary Shingledecker’s family, friends, former classmates, fellow coaches, and all those who were touched by his life.
His legacy within the FHS community will live on through the memories he created, the people he supported, and his connection to a championship basketball team that remains part of the school’s history.
