Gary Allan Simenson, 81, of Chatfield, died August 29, 2017, surrounded by family at Seasons Hospice House in Rochester.
Gary was born February 7, 1936, in Decorah, Iowa, to Earl and Beatha (Renaas) Simenson. He graduated from Decorah High School in 1954. He then went into the Navy and served four years. On October 12, 1960, he married Ann Paige Indvick in Rochester, Minn.
Gary’s hobbies included travel, fishing, and visiting casinos. He also was an avid Twins baseball fan. He worked as a computer programmer for several local businesses including International Transport, Keane Incorporated, and IBM.
Gary is survived by three daughters: Cindy Feeser of Caledonia, Lori (Steve) Winter of Wykoff, and Shari (Joe) Fischer of Rochester; two sons, Jody of Chatfield,
and Jon (Maria) of Stewartville; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. His brother Richard, of Rochester also survives.
He is preceded in death by his parents and wife Ann in 2014.
A memorial service, with Rev. Carol Shaffer of Seasons Hospice officiating, will be be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September, 5, at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.
A committal service with Military Honors will follow on Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston.
Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a condolence with the family please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com.
Sharon Fisher says
So sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of your dad and time spent with your family. I will be unable to make it to the funeral as we are under a no time off policy for work at this time but my thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.
Missy says
I will miss him dearly. He was an amazing man with a huge heart! I am so lucky to have had him in my life. I will think of him and Annie often. I know they are together now and that gives me peace. I will continue to see him through his family as they are just as amazing as he was. Love you very much! May you finally be a peace!