Gary Alumni Pathway to Students

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸.

For many students, summer is a time to rest, recharge, and enjoy a well-deserved break. But summer is also an important season for growth, exposure, and preparation. What students do during these months can help shape how confident and ready they feel when the next school year begins.

Learning does not have to look like sitting in a classroom. It can happen through reading, visiting the library, attending community events, volunteering, exploring careers, learning about money, joining a summer program, or simply having meaningful conversations about the future.

For Gary and Lake County families, summer is a good time to help students stay connected to opportunity. Parents and caregivers can encourage students to read regularly, explore STEM and technology, research colleges or training programs, look for scholarships, build a resume, or learn more about Indiana’s 21st Century Scholars and ScholarTrack.

At GAPS, we believe student success is built one experience at a time. Every book read, every new skill learned, every positive connection made, and every new place visited can help students see more possibilities for their future.

Parents, caregivers, alumni, educators, businesses, and community partners all have a role to play. Let’s make this a summer of growth, discovery, and opportunity for Gary students.

𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗲𝗱, 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀.

As we continue to honor the life and legacy of Carlton L. Guthrie, we want to share information regarding a second memorial service celebrating his extraordinary impact and contributions.

Because Carlton served as Co-Chair of Detroit Chassis and was a respected contributor to the Detroit community, an additional memorial service will be held in Detroit, Michigan.

Celebration of Life Service
June 6, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Second Ebenezer Church
Detroit, Michigan

All are invited to attend.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to organizations that were meaningful to Carlton’s life and legacy:

• Gary Alumni Pathway to Students (GAPS) https://bit.ly/49pBaDl
• Concerned Christian Men https://tinyurl.com/4urbs2fa
• Guthrie Family Scholarship https://tinyurl.com/2k8edxdj

We continue to extend our prayers and heartfelt condolences to the Guthrie family and all who were impacted by Carlton’s leadership, vision, and service.

𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀.

Some are heading to college.
Some are entering the workforce.
Some are learning a trade.
Some are joining the military.

Every path forward deserves to be celebrated.

At GAPS, we believe success is not one-size-fits-all. We are proud of every student taking the next step toward their future with courage, determination, and purpose.

𝗧𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲:
Your city is proud of you. Keep going.

- Continue building.
- Continue growing.
- Continue believing in what is possible.

To view the memorial service of Carlton Guthrie, please click the link. It will take you to the live service.

Trinity United Church of Christ Trinity United Church of Christ - We Choose. Christ. Freedom. Joy

With gratitude and remembrance, Gary Alumni Pathways to Students (GAPS) shares the memorial service information honoring our founder, mentor, and visionary, Carlton L. Guthrie.

Mr. Guthrie believed deeply in the power of education, opportunity, leadership, and community. His vision helped shape GAPS into an organization committed to ensuring students connect to meaningful experiences, caring adults, and future-ready pathways.

We invite our community to join in celebrating a life that impacted countless students, families, and future leaders.

Memorial Service for Carlton Guthrie
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
2:00 PM CT
Trinity United Church of Christ
Chicago, Illinois

The memorial service will also be livestreamed.

Memorial Page:
https://sites.google.com/view/rememberingcarlton/home

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to organizations that were meaningful to Mr. Guthrie’s life and legacy, including the Guthrie Family Scholarship Fund, GAPS, and Concerned Christian Men. Additional information and donation links are available on the memorial page.

We continue to extend our heartfelt condolences to the Guthrie family and all whose lives were touched by his extraordinary leadership and service.

With profound sadness and deep gratitude, 𝗚𝗔𝗣𝗦 𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿, 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱, 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗟. 𝗚𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗲.

He believed deeply in Gary. He believed deeply in young people. And he believed that success means reaching back and lifting others as you climb.

Because of his vision, students gained mentors, scholarships were created, and young people were reminded that greatness can come from Gary.

We honor him. We thank him. And we will continue the work.
Forever a trailblazer. Forever part of the GAPS story.

Learn more: 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀: https://bit.ly/48T2BFs | 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿: https://bit.ly/4eObNPb | 𝗖-𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁:https://bit.ly/4dh4zAz | 𝗚𝗼𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘆: https://bit.ly/4eJ0CHk

https://gapsgary.org