Minneapolis, Minnesota
Elmer, Gary Edward age 62, passed away suddenly at his home in Coon Rapids on November 26th, 2007. Gary is survived by loving wife of 39 years, Mary, son Thomas (Jessy), daughter Sheri (Dan) and two granddaughters Isabella and Lillian. Gary was proud to serve on the U.S.S. Roosevelt and U.S.S. Kennedy during the Vietnam era. He was also a dedicated employee of Napa Auto Parts for 38 years. Gary will be deeply missed by family and friends. Talk their ear off Dad. Please join us to celebrate Gary's life at Mansetti's in Andover on Saturday, December 1st from 12:00-3:00 PM. Washburn-McReavy Coon Rapids Chapel 763-767-1000
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Mary & Family,
I can't tell you all how much I already miss Pops or how much I enjoy being a part of your family. Gary was a great man with a big heart and a contagious smile. I hope we do him justice as we carry him on in our lives. God Bless Him and us always.
Miss you Dad.
Love Jessy.
Jessy Elmer
December 03, 2007 | Andover, MN
My Family has enjoyed meeting Gary and his friends. He will be missed by all. All my thoughts and pryers go out to the Elmer Family.
Robinson Family Racing
Scott Robinson
November 30, 2007 | Anoka, MN
Mary,
It was always so fun to see Gary at the Moore functions with you. He was always so friendly and had a smile on his face.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. May your many memories of all the things you did together give you comfort.
Bonnie Barrett
November 29, 2007 | Mpls., MN
To Mary, Sheri,Thomas, family and friends. I just heard about Gary's passing and wanted to let you know how deeply sorry I am for your loss.By the way, this is Mike, Denny and Beverley's youngest son. I wished that we would have gotten together more often but life does that sometimes as everybody goes on thier busy ways. I would like to see all of you sometime and catch up with each other's lives so I hope that you contact me. I also let David and Krissy know as well about Gary and they also...
Michael Anderson
November 29, 2007 | Ham Lake, MN
We had the pleasure of meeting Gary and Tom years ago at Rock Falls Raceway. Since then, we have been entertained by Gary and his close friends the Englers at Brainerd International Raceway. Gary's stories will be missed, but never forgotten. Thoughts and prayers to the Elmer Family.
Thompson Family Racing
Rodney Thompson
November 29, 2007 | Elk River
Mary
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim & Jan White
James White
November 29, 2007 | Coon Rapids, MN
Words cannot describe the emotions
we feel with the loss of Gary.
His passion for cars and the gift to gab will always be remembered.
He was our go to guy and team mate
but most of all he was an honarable friend.
Cookie will be deeply missed.
God Speed - Engler Family
Dave Engler
November 29, 2007 | Ramsey, MN
Mary and family,
Just saw BOTH of you at Menard's a few days ago!! Being with each other that long and doing things together was nice.. It will be an adjustment for you I'm sure.. I'll see you Saturday. Thinking of you and your family
Ione Olson
Ione Olson
November 29, 2007 | Coon Rapids, MN
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I sure will not forget him and the good chat's we had... He was a very kind man...
Curtis White
November 29, 2007 | Coon Rapids
