Gary L. Lance, age 66, of Dalton, Georgia passed away Thursday, July 22, 2021. He was born on July 25, 1954. He was preceded in death by his parents, Winford Hoyt Lance and Helen Ruth Lance; brother, Roland Lance; sister, Gena German. Gary L. Lance is survived by his wife, Rita Lance of Dalton; sons, Barry (Judy Ann) Lance of Chatsworth, Jason (Teah) Lance of Dalton; sisters, Joyce (Bruce) Ray of Dalton, Rita (Hershell) Waters of Cleveland, TN; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. A graveside service for Gary L. Lance will be held at Chattanooga National Cemetery on Tuesday, July 27 at 1:30 PM. Bernice Robinson will officiate the service. Arrangements have been entrusted to independently owned and operated Dalton Funeral Home, 620 S. Glenwood Ave. Dalton, GA 30721; 706-529-5371.