Photo courtesy of Hamlin-Hansen-Kosloski Funeral Home - Moose Lake
Jul 4, 1951 - Nov 27, 2025
I was very sorry to learn that Gary passed away. I learned to know Gary and Cindy when I visited Gary's sister Cindi in Minnesota these last few years and the four of us and my brother, sister and niece would go out for lunch. We always enjoyed that.
Liz Geiger
December 01, 2025 | Bethesda, MD | Friend
Cindy and Family,
We are saddened to hear the news of Gary's passing. We are sending you our condolences and prayers during this difficult time.
Lee & Natalie Mandernach
Lee & Natalie Mandernach
November 29, 2025 | Sac City, IA | Family
Cindy and family, our deepest condolences to all of you. Every time we were able to be together with you and your family was always a joy, with good conversations and laughs. He will surely be missed. Love to you all. Jeff and Sherry Wizner
Jeff Wizner
November 29, 2025 | Blackduck, MN | Friend
So sorry for your loss.
Linda Mankowski Johnson
November 29, 2025 | South Saint Paul, MN | Family
Cindi, my heart is broken for you and your family! Gary was truly one of a kind, and had a huge heart of gold, I will miss getting together with you guys for lunch, Hopefully you and I can still get together. Sending you all hugs and prayers for peace during this this extremely difficult time.
Diane Lingle
November 28, 2025 | Kettle River, MN | Friend
To Cindy and family: we are so sad to hear of your loss. We’ll always remember you and Gary sitting with us and enjoying the senior dining meals. We pray for strength and comfort for you in the hard days ahead. Gods Peace and love abide with you.
Paul and Lola Davidson
November 28, 2025 | Moose Lake, MN
My sympathy to you, Cindy, and your family. I remember both of very well from your years of membership at Bethesda. May you find peace and comfort knowing others care.
Myrna Postal
November 28, 2025 | CARLTON, MN
Gary A. Mankowski, 74, Sturgeon Lake, formerly of Wrenshall, died suddenly on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at his home. He was born on July 4, 1951 in Eveleth to David and Lois Mankowski. Gary attended Eveleth High School graduating in 1969. He worked for Prudential Life Insurance Company and that is where he met his wife, Cindy. On June 21, 1975, Gary married Cindy Davis in Carlton. They lived in Wrenshall and Gary worked for New England Life Insurance Company in Cloquet. He later worked for Halvor Lines as an OTR driver. Gary also operated Countryside Auto in Wrenshall through the years. In 2015, Gary retired from his last endeavor of working for Patterson Dental as a dental technician and repairing dental equipment in Twin Ports and Wisconsin areas. In 2017, Gary and Cindy moved to Sturgeon Lake. He enjoyed pickleball, cribbage, and playing scrabble. Watching Jeopardy was a treasured time for Gary which meant no phone calls or interruptions! Gary liked working on cars and will be remembered for building his Shelby Cobra kit car.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents: David and Lois Mankowski; and his in-laws: Earl and Doris Davis
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 50 years, Cindy; two daughters: Alexa (Brian) Gordon and Bethany (Ryan) McKeon; five grandchildren: Brady, Logan, and Trent Gordon and Evan and Harper McKeon; three siblings: Cindi Mankowski, Charles (Donna) Mankowski, and Candace Mankowski; sister-in-law: Sherry (Greg) Reed; uncle: Florian Mankowski; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 4-6 pm in Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church, Carlton. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 11 am in Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church, Carlton. There will be a Gathering of Family and Friends one hour prior to the service at the church. FRAGRANCE FREE AND FLOWER FREE service due to severe allergies within the family. Please limit fragrances, flowers, and candles to accommodate the family. Instead of flowers, we suggest silk arrangements, plaques, wind chimes, or battery lighted lanterns. If you do choose flowers, Virna Bloom can help you with a family friendly option at 218-390-8767.
Arrangements by Hamlin-Hansen-Kosloski Funeral Home, Moose Lake.
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