Photo courtesy of Reiff Funeral Home - Farley
Farley, Iowa
Sep 3, 1955 – Apr 6, 2020 (Age 64)
Gary K. Willman, 64, of Farley, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2020 at his home in Farley, Iowa.
He was born September 3, 1955 in Guttenberg, Iowa, son of D. Keith and Yvonne (Radatz) Willman. In his youth, he enjoyed playing multiple musical instruments and assisting his father auctioneering. He was a graduate of Guttenberg High School in 1973. After graduation, he worked at Faber Music Company in Dubuque, Iowa and was the keyboardist for the band Nature’s Image. On May 6, 1983 he married the love of his life Kelli Ann Bradley of Epworth, IA. Gary worked alongside his father at Rightway Realty, and he continued to run this successful business after his father’s retirement.
Gary and Kelli had two children, Tasha and Tyler. They were his pride and joy. He attended all academic and athletic events they participated in, and he provided immeasurable support in their endeavours to become a dentist and surgeon, respectively.
In his later life, Gary enjoyed running Rightway Realty, driving his 1957 Ford Fairlane convertible, spending time with his children and six grandchildren, and most of all, being with his soulmate, Kelli.
While he died unexpectedly, he lived a full life. He was a retired musician, respected businessman, loving husband and father, and amazing grandfather. He considered himself a truly blessed man.
He is survived by his wife, Kelli Ann Willman of Farley, IA; one daughter, Dr. Tasha Rose (Dr. Juan) Ruiz of Richmond, TX; one son, Dr. Tyler James (Meredith) Willman of Dubuque, IA; six grandchildren, Reagan, Tyler James Jr., Scarlett, Madeleine, Elsbeth, and Taylor; one sister, Patricia Ruden of Missouri; two brothers-in-law, Dr. Steven (Candy) Bradley of Cascade, IA and Kevin (Lori) Bradley of Palm Harbor, FL.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Due to the current unprecedented conditions related to COVID-19, a private family burial service will be held on Saturday, April 11 in Guttenberg, IA. Memorials may be sent to the Reiff Funeral Home, Attention: Gary Willman Family, P.O. 99, Farley, Iowa, 52046.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com.
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The Willman family has our deepest sympathies. Gary was a wonderful man. We just bought our home in December and he can never be replaced as one of the greatest Realtors! We will keep your family in our prayers
Robert and Brenda Hutchinson
April 23, 2020 | Garber, IA | Friend
Kelli & family, we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers. Denny & Glady Feltom
April 15, 2020
Kelli and family,
We were so saddened to hear of Gary's passing.
Gary and I were able to reminisce recently about much of our friendship back to our early days. From the marching band trip to South Dakota and an auction in my neighborhood where at the age of 11 he prevented me from buying a non-working refridgerator for $1, to his exemplary running ability on the Track and accomplishments with his band.
He was a steadfast and trusted realtor and friend for so...
Don Mackey
April 15, 2020 | Guttenberg, IA | Friend
Dear Kelli, Tasha, Tyler and families,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our sincere sympathy
Dave and Lisa
Lisa Gaylor
April 13, 2020 | Peosta
Kelli and family,
We are very sad for your loss.
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Not only was Gary a classmate but a friend. Gary took our son-in-law under his wings and for that we will be forever grateful. We will miss meeting him on the street/post office as he always had a hello smile and a take care my friend good bye. He will be truly missed.
Twila and Rick Rosacker
April 13, 2020 | Guttenberg, IA | Friend
So sorry for your loss Kelli and family! Donna & Tom Klocke
Donna &Tom Klocke
April 13, 2020
We want to offer our sympathies to you Kelli, and your family. I always loved stopping in the office and visiting with Gary
Gary & Diana Gunderson
April 13, 2020 | Postville
My sincere sympathy to you Kelli, also to Tasha, Tyler, their spouses and kids.
Sue Webber
April 13, 2020 | Peosta, IA | Acquaintance
Kelli, Tasha, Tyler and familys, We are sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark & Linda Blocklinger
April 12, 2020 | Dubuque, IA