Minneapolis, Minnesota
Gobel, Gary E. "Duke" age 64, of Eden Prairie, died on November 12, 2005. Gary was an awesome husband to Julie. He was previously married to Pat Gobel with whom he had 2 beautiful daughters, Kim Nigro and Heather Gobel. He also has 3 fabulous granddaughters, Samantha, Kayla and Victoria. These women along with his mother, Lorraine Gobel and mother and father-in-law, Jim and Joan Zimmerman continue to live and celebrate Gary's life. Gary now joins his father, Earl Gobel and sisters, Sandy Gobel and Patti Gracey. Gary was a longtime employee of the Star Tribune. He was a lover of golf, softball, tennis, hockey and all things fun. Please join our celebration of Gary's life on Wednesday, November 16, 4-7 PM at Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel, 7625 Mitchell Road (1 block N. of Hwy 5 on Mitchell Road). After the visitation the celebration will continue at the American Legion in Chanhassen off Hwy 5 and Great Plains Blvd. Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie 952-975-0400
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
To the Zimmerman family, in particular Julie, you loved and cherished this man. He brought you life and laughter. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Muriel & Bob Neubeck
November 20, 2005 | Albuquerque, NM
Julie We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are for your comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Nancy and Daryl Bren
November 17, 2005 | Chaska, MN
Julie, Our hearts go out to you as well as the Zimmerman/Gobel families. You are all in our thoughts.
Laura & Erez
Laura Ziv
November 17, 2005 | New York, NY
Duke,
I'll miss that laugh, I'll miss that slapshot...
All the Richfield Seniors will miss your humor and good natured ribbing. Golf a round with my brother while your there...
Jim Finnegan
November 16, 2005 | St. Paul, MN
I love you brother! You will be missed!
Matt Zimmerman
November 16, 2005 | Big Lake, MN
Having you as a son-in-law of about my age made it easy to talk smart about the good old days. You were a wonderful husband for my daughter and I'll miss you.
Jim Zimmerman
November 15, 2005 | Delano, MN
Julie, I wish I could pick you up and hold you. I love you. Your sister, Molly
Molly Turner
November 15, 2005 | Bemidji, MN
DUKE, IT WAS A HELL OF A RUN.THANKS FOR LETTING ME HANG OUT FOR A PART OF IT
YES SIIIIIIIR........
"BERGIE"
JAMES BERGMAN
November 14, 2005 | Lkvl, MN
Julie, we were so saddened to hear of Gary's death. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. We will miss being with you this week as you celebrate his life.
John & Val Groth
November 14, 2005 | Lutsen, MN
