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Josh Anderson
July 5, 2011
Dear Hovda Family, I was saddened to hear of Gary's passing. I worked with Gary for several years when he owned the lawn business. The few years we worked together he taught me a lot of great work habits and thankful for his influence on my life. I am sorry for your loss and you are in my prayers.
June 23, 2011
Dear Hovda Family,
I have been following Gary's journey online. He had so much courage! And God Bless you all for helping him. I so enjoyed knowing and working with Gary through Valkyries at GHS. He was a kind man, and always had something clever to say with his smile. I am so glad I was fortunate to know him. My prayers are with you and the family as I know you will miss him! (I was out of town the week of his passing).
Lori (Groene) McEntee
Ken Ring
June 20, 2011
Dear Mrs. Hovda and Family:
I was very saddened to hear of Gary's recent passing. I had the opportunity to work alongside of Gary for many years while we both recorded weddings. I did the still photos and he the videos. I always recommended him because of the quality of his work and his professionalism. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face. May God bless you all at this time. Ken Ring - Ken Ring Photography
June 16, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We have fond memories of seminary days together, as well our year in Rockford in 1973. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Monty & Athalie Okken, San Diego
June 16, 2011
Hovda Family, I was sorry to hear of your loss. I had not had the honor of meeting Mr Hovda, but knowing Tim ,gave me a picture of what a loving father and husband he was. I will continue to pray for your family each day. I know that our loving Father, will carry you in his arms, in this time of sorrow. Carla Mann ( Arcadia, IN)
Maria Fisher
June 15, 2011
Dear Mrs. Hovda, We only met Mr. Hovda one time, while you were visiting Cami and Tim, and we could see where Tim gets his loving and calming nature. We hope loving memories give you comfort. Maria, Don & Luke Fisher
June 14, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about Gary. He video taped my wedding in 1999 and was such a joy to work with. - Kristin White Kofoed
June 14, 2011
Ruby, Lori, Tim and Family,
My memories of Gary are those of a gentle and loving father & husband. May the knowledge that he's been called home after serving a good and faithful life be of comfort to all of you in his absence. His legacy will live on in his children and grandchildren.
We wish you peace,
Brad & Stephanie (Strasser) Meier
Bob and Gail White
June 14, 2011
Dear Ruby and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We enjoyed working with him during our years at Guilford and treasure his videos. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Gail White
John & Annie Meyers
June 14, 2011
Dear Ruby,
We are so sorry to hear about Gary. We'll always remember him as a wonderful man; he was so nice and fun. May God be right with you in your sorrow.
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