Gary Scott Pavis passed away in St Leonard, MD on May 23rd, 2024. Gary was born to Thomas John Pavis and Violet Virginia Pavis and resided in the neighborhood of Violetville in Baltimore City, MD.
Gary would graduate from Polytechnic Institute in 1971 and attend the University of Virginia and would obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering in 1975. Gary would also go on to receive a Masters in Engineering at Catholic University in 1979 and a Master of Business Administration in 2001. Gary started his nuclear career in 1975 with Baltimore Gas and Electric working in Baltimore and was transferred to Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant where he would remain until retirement. He also spent 3 years at 9 Mile Point working on a Power Upright project.
Gary was very involved in the community. He spent several years coaching boys basketball at Our Lady Star of the Sea School and later served as President of the Catholic Basketball league. Gary also coached several different soccer teams his sons were on. Gary was also active with the Calvert County Republican Party in the early 1990s and later became an election judge. When not volunteering, Gary spent time traveling with his wife and spending time with his family including his extended family in Pennsylvania. Gary was known for his friendly and outgoing personality as well as his love for sports. He would attend ball games with friends and family and was an avid Baltimore Ravens and Orioles fan.
Gary is survived by his wife, Terri Pavis; brother, Tom (Rose) Pavis; children, Scott (Kristi) Pavis, Jeffery Pavis, Andrew Pavis, and Catherine Pavis; grandsons, Ethan Pavis and Nathan Pavis; and niece, Laurie (Jeremy) Olds.
Nancy Cox
January 8 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
I went to Linkedin to wish Gary a Happy Birthday, as he shared a birthday with my daughter. After no longer finding him there, I found his obituary. He was an unforgettable person at Calvert Cliffs, even in the most stressful times he could smile and make others laugh. The first time I met Gary, I was hunting signatures at 4:30 on a Friday afternoon. He signed where I had asked him to, then starting signing for another person (there were something like five signatures needed). I remember protesting, I didn’t think that John Carroll would be okay with that. And he said “I have seen Moses come down from the mountain, and he looks nothing like John Carroll.” You don’t forget someone like that. Very sorry for your loss.
Steve Geier
June 18 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
Heartfelt sympathies to Terri and family for your loss. I first met Gary at Nine Mile Point in the early 2000’s, and later in Baltimore and Calvert Cliffs, and we quickly bonded over the Orioles as well as support of the nuclear stations. I will always smile in remembering the many great conversations we had over the years, and I am grateful to have known him.
Bill Baines
June 4 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
Gary was one of the few people that made working backshifts somewhat bearable. My condolences to his family. RIP, teammate.
Gryskewicz Family
June 1 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
Terri, Andrew and family,
We extend our heartfelt sympathy. It was a pleasure to know Gary during our OLSS years together! We are sincerely sorry for your loss. May God bless you all during this most difficult time.
Jean
May 31 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
I am very sorry for your loss. Gary was respected by a lot of students at the tutoring center. I knew him since last summer, and he always had a smile on his face. He was very cheerful with a great attitude. He cared deeply for the students’ learning, helping them to succeed in school. He will be missed!
Bruce S Montgomery
May 31 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
My condolences and heartfelt sadness. Gary was such a fun person to work for, and he made coming to work at the plant fun. He could always cheer me up. I will miss him!
Dawn Wallace
May 31 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
My deepest condolences on the loss of Gary. I knew Gary from working at Calvert Cliffs. He was always very kind, and he could even be quite a comedian at times! May he rest in peace.
Wayne Woolshleger
May 30 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
Condolences to Gary’s family and friends. Gary was always telling stories, and joking no matter where he was, or the activity taking place. I first met Gary when he worked in Baltimore, and was glad to see that he moved to Calvert County when he join us at CCNPP. Then we even got together at Nine Mile Point. Gary was the life of the party, and a friend to everyone wherever he went. Gary will be missed at our CCNPP Retiree Luncheons.
Larry Tucker
May 30 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
My deepest condolences to Terry and your family.
I first knew Gary professionally at CCNPP and later as a personal friend. His intelligence and good humor was ever present.
Gary will be sorely missed.
Larry Tucker
Janet Scully
May 29 – Obituary: Gary Scott Pavis
My sincere condolences to Terry and family. The family, community and CCNPP family has truly lost a “great guy.”
Having met and befriended Pavis in the 80’s, he could always give me something to laugh at. We worked a lot of long hours but they were never dull. He kept us all entertained, always with a story to share or a Groucho impersonation. Having known him for all these years, was a blessing. Gary was devoted to his family and his community and “good Ole Ma Gas” with a strong work ethic. He truly earned his angel wings!
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