We have been thinking of you. We hope you can feel God's living arms around you as he gives you peace, comfort and strength now and for days to come.

Mary, we were very sorry to read about Gary's death.  You and Gary were such a Godsend to our family, and Ben thinks the world of you both.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  

Mary and girls. I was so sad and stunned to hear of Gary’s passing. I have fond memories growing up and spending lots of time with your family. He will be missed, but never forgotten. Prayers and hugs to you all as you try to go on with daily living activities without your husband, dad and grandpa! Love you all! Kris (Winter) Stienessen

I'm really sorry for your loss, Gary to me was a nice guy and funny and caring. I've missed him since he retired . I believe he's in a better place GOD BLESS YOU ALL

My deepest sympathy to you Mary and family. I was so surprised. Gary was a great guy and always enjoyed talking with him. If I can be of any assistance let me know.

Hugs from Kelly and Scott

We were surprised to hear about Gary's death.  We are thinking about the Ward family.  Gary and Mary were fun neighbors to have.  He will be missed.

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF GARYS PASSING. I KNEW HIM FROM BINGO. hE ONCE AGAIN SO SORRY HE WAS A NICE PERSON. USED TO GIVE ME A RIDE HOME ONCE IN A WHILE. I WILL BE GONE SO WILL BE UNABLE TO COME TO HIS FUNERAL.

Dear Mary,

It was always a pleasure to serve with you And Gary at the Saturday Night Dinners.

Please accept my sympathy during this difficult time. You are loved!

Karen Anderle

I will miss you Bro.   We called twice a week and never hung up without saying "I love you".  I love the memories we shared and I am anxious for the day that we sit down together at God's great banquet table during the marriage supper of the Lamb.  I can imagine you now resting at the feet of Jesus telling Him a few of your jokes and telling Him "I guess you DID know what to do with me".   Love you, Your Sis

Dear Mary and family:

We were very sad to hear of Gary's passing.  Uncle Gary was my favorite uncle as he always made an effort over the years to build good relationships with his family.  Not many do that anymore.  I was so happy that I was able to visit and spend time with him last August in Minnesota, and blessed I was able to call him and pray with him a few days before his passing.  We'll all miss him, but we'll keep you all in our prayers during this sad time.  I hope someday that I'll see him again in heaven.  God's Blessings and Peace,

Love,

Bryan & Ofelia Neva

San Diego, California

I was so saddened to hear of Gary's passing.  My condolences to you Mary and all of his family.  I have so many great memories of all the breakfast's Bill and I shared with Mary and Gary .  So mach fun and laughs we had with them and Theresa and Bernie.  Never a dull moment.  I hope you hit Bill up for a round of golf.  See you on the other side old friend.  It has been an honor knowing you.  

Darleen and Bill (in spirit )

I just want to personally give you my condolences for Gary's Passing. I speak life to the family and declare any kind of healing in Jesus name. I will be interceding for you.

You are at peace now Gary and you fought a good fight. I loved reading all the loving comments from your family.

Your family will miss you greatly and Mary I will keep you and all your beautiful daughters and grandchildren in my prayers.

I love you all. Joyce

I totally love my Uncle Gary.   He had a way of making every one of his nephews and nieces feel so special.  I will miss him picking on me with that sick little chuckle of his.  Every moment spent with him was a memory never to be forgotten.  I will miss him and fondly cherish him always.     

Uncle Gary loved well. He made me feel like I was his favorite nephew, and I know he made each of his nieces and nephews feel the same.

Just last week and he came to visit me. He knew the trip would be hard on him, but he made it anyhow. I was greatly honored, and I cherish the time I had with him recounting old memories.

We talked about the time we went four-wheeling on the Range. He drove up a steep embankment to an old railroad track bed, but being top-heavy as he was, he flew off the back of the ATV and landed smack on his back. He was laughing out loud before I could even react.

There's always a lot of laughter when I was with Uncle Gary. 

If you're reading this, I love you, Super Unc, and I'll see you soon. But hopefully not too soon. :)

Mary, I was saddened when I saw the news in my e-mail yesterday. I'm sure Gary is with Jesus and pain free now. He can breathe, run and worship his savior. May God's peace and love surround you and your family at this time. He will be greatly missed. Take care of yourself and I will see you soon. I love you my sister in Christ. 

Mary, Stacey, Lori, and Cori I will be thinking of all of you. Thank you for being my second family and friends as well as neighbors. Gary will truly be missed and remembered. We will pray for your family and the healing that will come from your loss.