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Garry DeHaye Ohanneson

1947 - 2010

Garry DeHaye Ohanneson obituary, 1947-2010

BORN

1947

DIED

2010

Garry Ohanneson Obituary

Garry DeHaye Ohanneson 1947 - 2010 A memorial service will be held today Tuesday, Dec. 28, at 2:00 p.m., at Grace Community Church, 1544 7th Street Wasco, CA. Garry DeHaye Ohanneson, born January 12, 1947 in Bakersfield, CA, went home to be with the Lord on Dec. 22, 2010. He fought a long and courageous battle with cancer. He passed away with his loving wife Donna at his side. Garry grew up in Shafter, CA and lived in Wasco, CA most of his adult life. Garry and Donna moved to Bakersfield 12 years ago. Garry spent his life working in agriculture. He enjoyed camping, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Garry is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Donna. His family includes son, Phillip and wife Julie, grandsons, Garrett and Jake; his son, Shaye and wife Melissa, grandsons, Mitchell, Kyle, Brady, and granddaughter, Gracie. Garry's grandchildren were the light of his life. Garry is also survived by his brothers, David Northam and wife Joanne, and Carl Northam; his sister, Susan Ohanneson; and numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, and nieces. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Fisher House, who provided Garry and Donna with comfort and peace during Garry's battle with cancer. Donations can be mailed to: VA GLA Healthcare Systems, Fisher House Mail Code 10A-F, 11301 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90073. www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Dec. 28, 2010.

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Cindy & Terry Johnson

January 9, 2011

Donna and family, we have been out of town since Christmas and just learned of Garry's passing. We'll miss Garry, but always remember "Mr. Ohanneson" as the guardian of our street. You could count on him to be in the front yard with a watchful eye on all the neighborhood kids, and a friendly wave as you come up the street. Our thoughts are with your family. He was a great man.

Don Beaver

December 31, 2010

Donna, I too am a cousin of Garry. . My name is Don Beaver. All of us kids grew up together. He was about 7 years younger than I. But as a family we were very close, but like other families, we grew apart. Sad. He was a great kid when he was young. Our families did a lot of things together. We were poor financially but we were rich in family values and things that counted. I kept tabs on his progress thru his brother Carl. I am so sorry for your loss Donna and family. I am only sorry that I did not get to know him when he grew up. God Bless

Brad & Concetta Skenfield

December 29, 2010

Our thoughts are with you all. Take comfort in the many fun and happy memories you all have.

Wade, Jennifer and Austin Schaertel

December 29, 2010

My family has been truly blessed to become part of the Ohanneson's extended family.  We will never forget the times we got to spend with Garry at the pageants and during Thanksgiving.    

Garry was an amazing person and I could see how much he loved you all...especially his grandchildren. I know the kids must be very sad and it breaks my heart.

I pray that you will have the strength you need to get through this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.  I love you all.

Deborah Lemke

December 29, 2010

I will always have the fond memory of Garry in his office, excitedly showing me all those oil maps. He was like a little boy talking about what was all going on. I had such a lovely time with Garry and Donna that day and was blessed to have met them both. John (my brother) and I agree meeting them was one of the highlights of our trip to Bakersfield.

Marsha & Dave Hoagland

December 28, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you and the family. He was a wonderful person and we are happy that we got a chance to know him.

December 28, 2010

He was a amazing man and will never be forgotten, I will always hold all the times I had with him dear to my heart!I'm very sorry for your lost.

Barajas Family

December 28, 2010

Very sorry for your loss to the Ohanneson Families... may god be at your side through this tough time. Our prayers and condolences go out to you.

Thalynn Rodgers

December 28, 2010

I'm not good with words, but want you all to know you're in my thoughts and prayers. Garry was an amazing person, for whom I respected a great deal. The Ohanneson family has always made me feel welcomed in their family, lives and home. I love you all very much!

Brenda & Casey Shumate

December 28, 2010

Garry was such a blessing to us and I will always remember him fondly - especially when putting up Christmas lights or doing the lawn - two things that we learned were a "requirement" with "Mr. Ohanneson" the day we moved in. :-) You could not ask for a better neighbor. We always knew Gary was there to watch over the kids, or our place. Donna, let us be there for you in this time. If you need anything, you know we are all there for you. You'll never be forgotten Gary. God got an angel to celebrate Christmas with him this year.

Dana Ritter

December 28, 2010

It was apleasure to get to know Garry. He was always able to smile even when things were rough. My thoughts and prayers are with Donna and the boys.

Sandra Greenlee

December 28, 2010

Donna and Family. I am Garry's cousin Sandra Beaver Greenlee. I dont believe I have seen Garry for 40 years or more. When we were little Robbie, Garry and I played together almost daily and were very close close. I am so sorry to hear of his passing but happy that he is not suffering and in pain anymore. And thank you for putting his picture in the obituary. He was a very handsome man. May God bless you and and bring peace and comfort to you and your family.

Sandra Greenlee

Marcy and franco Deliz

December 28, 2010

I am never good at saying goodbye, we love you guys and we loved Gary. Thank you for opening your home andbhearts up and letting kailia be your adopted granddaughter.

Steve Gair

December 28, 2010

Gary will be missed. My condolences to the family and friends. This picture is a very good likeness of Gary, the sun shining on him and the green growth in the background and the grin that makes you wonder what he was up to.

Curtis & Lynn Fesperman

December 28, 2010

Donna, Phillip & Shaye, we are so sorry for your loss and love you very much. We loved Garry so much and wish we could be there for you during this time, but please know we are praying for you.

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