Former Lexington HS Basketball Coach Gary Hundertpfund, Passes Away At 79, After A Battle With Kidney Cancer, Leaving His Wife, Cynthia, And Children Heartbroken

He spent 42 years teaching and coaching!

July 16, 2026

This article was last updated by Rovik Parajuli on July 16, 2026

The Lexington community is mourning the loss of Gary Hundertpfund, 79, a beloved educator, coach, father, and grandfather.

He passed away peacefully on July 10, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with kidney cancer.

Gary wore many hats throughout his remarkable life: teacher, coach, mentor, husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

But those who knew him best say his true legacy lies in how fully he loved, how deeply he cared, and how effortlessly he made others feel seen and supported.

Gary Hundertpfund Was A Coach And Teacher At Lexington Local Schools

Born on March 28, 1946, in Leonia, New Jersey, to Frank and Gloria Hundertpfund, Gary grew up in a close-knit family, forming cherished childhood memories.

He spent winters skating at Ma & Pa Parker’s backyard rink and summers basking in the sun and salt air of Cape May, New Jersey, a place that would remain dear to him for the rest of his life.

Coach Gary Hundertpfund Passed Away After Battling Cancer (Source: Facebook)

After high school, Gary moved to Ohio to attend Otterbein University, where he earned a degree in Health and Physical Education.

Upon completion, he was hired as a PE & Health teacher, where he devoted 42 years to the students in Lexington Local Schools, impacting the lives of countless students.

There, he became a beloved basketball coach, guiding many athletes on their journey.

Gary Hundertpfund Was A Devoted Husband, Father, & Grandfather

In Lexington, Gary also found his life partner and best friend, Cynthia Jean “Cindy” Hundertpfund (née Williams).

The couple’s love story began with chalk drawings on her classroom blackboard and blossomed into a 50-year marriage marked by laughter, devotion, and a strong family bond.

Together, they raised two children, Holly Hundertpfund-Belby (Tim) and Brett Hundertpfund (Chelsey).

But perhaps the greatest joy of Gary’s life came with the title “PopPop.”

His grandchildren, Owen and Julia Belby, and Gatton and Marcy Hundertpfund, were the center of his world.

Whether it was driving across Ohio for recitals and games or simply spending time with them, Gary treasured every moment.

The family will honor Gary’s life in a private ceremony, remembering the joy he spread and the legacy he leaves behind.

Those who wish to honor his memory are encouraged to donate to The James Kidney Cancer and Research Fund.

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