Death date: Jul 13, 2005
A loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on July 13, 2005. He was born to Maurice adn Alice Milgard on November 6, 1936 in Tacoma, Washington. Gary graduated from Clover P Read Obituary
Carol and family...so sorry to hear about Gary. Know you have a strong family support, but can't imagine how hard it would be to lose such a wonderful friend and husband...he meant so much to the whole community, and I know his legacy will continue with you around...Peace and God's Grace to you all...JUDY and WAYNE BUCK##imported-begin##Judy and Wayne Buck##imported-end##
Our deepest condolences to you, Carol, and to your entire family. It is always difficult to lose a spouse or parent especially when there is so much longevity involved. Gary has left his mark on the world and has left a model for people to live by. Truly a wonderful influence on everyone!##imported-begin##Jean and Sandy Mazzei##imported-end##
an amazing man and friend was lost.##imported-begin##terry goodman##imported-end##
To Carol and family: Please accept my condolences on your loss. Both of our families have been touched by melanoma and lost special people because of this disease. Hopefully a cure will be found and no one else will have to suffer from this. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Miriam##imported-begin##Miriam Kantor##imported-end##
I am a former employee of Milgard and Gary has greatly influenced my life and work ethics.
My deepest condolences to the family.##imported-begin##Eileen Francisco##imported-end##
NULL##imported-begin##Karen Crosby##imported-end##
A few years ago a very close friend of mine died. We had valued and nurtured our relationship for over thirty years. We had our ups and downs during that time, but we were determined that nothing would interfere with our ever-growing friendship. I think often of the wonderful, crazy experiences we had together, of the many changes each of us went through over the years and of the deep sharing which bonded us for life.
I now know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.
Though some day we all have to part with those we love, they are not lost. We are always better for having loved. In this way, love transcends even death.
Some people come into our lives and quickly go ... But, some people move our souls and awaken us to a new understanding with a whisper of their wisdom. Some people make the sky more beautiful to gaze upon ... They stay in our lives for awhile and leave footprints on our heart and we are never, ever the same.
"To live in the hearts we leave behind, is not to die."
Carol, words cannot express the deep and heartfelt sympathy I send to you and your family.##imported-begin##Pat Block-Kubota##imported-end##
I spent just over 20 years working for the company. I can't remember a time when Gary would walk thru the plant and he would always stop and ask "well Dick how is it going" or would stop and chat with you for a few moments. Yes he will be missed...##imported-begin##Dick Hazelmyer##imported-end##
My prayers are with you at this sad
time, but we know he is with the Lord. Praying for you.
Karen
St John
Nordstrom##imported-begin##Karen Barker##imported-end##
Auntie Carol,
I will always remember Uncle Gary's laugh. I often tell the story of Milgard Manufacturing because I'm so proud what you built and how you've shared your life with others. You were my second family - the Chambers Creek House, the beach house and the Daffodil parade. Thank you for the memories and the laughs. My thought are with you, and the family. Lots of hugs. Uncle Gary will be missed. I love you.##imported-begin##Colleen Scanlan Maguire##imported-end##
