Per the wishes of Gary and his family, cremation rites have been accorded. Friends and family are invited to gather together and celebrate the life of Gary on Thursday, February 26 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Mitchell Family Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Liscomb Cemetery on Friday, February 27 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. For full obituary or condolences, visit www.mitchellfh.com. Ph. 641-844-1234.

Left to cherish his memory include his loving companion, Penny Page; his siblings: Linda Klaas, of Clemons, Tim (Crystal) Case, of Beaman, Julie (Bob) Benson, of Liscomb, and Jamie (Rusty) Matney, of Liscomb; numerous nieces and nephews; his extended southern family and his beloved pets.