Gary hubert Volkman

1945 - 2025

Gary Hubert Volkman, 80, of Aitkin, MN, died Thursday, August 7, 2025 at his home. He was born on March 18, 1945 in Winona, MN, the first of 3 sons, to Hubert and Hildegard (Semmen) Volkman. He graduated from Lewiston High School in 1963. Gary was a US Air Force Veteran serving in the Vietnam War, he was honorably discharged. He married Sharon Barr on February 8, 1969, they later divorced; they had 3 daughters together. Gary was united in marriage to Patricia (McKinney) on January 12, 1988. Gary was a lifelong truck driver and farmer. He had many adventures and stories to tell and never met a stranger. He loved spending time with family and friends near and far. His favorite pastime was fishing.

Gary is survived by his daughters: Heidi Taylor (John) of Red Wing, Lisa Tuerk (Ken Rackow) of Stewartville, Michele Piispanen (Dan) of Aitkin; Grandchildren: Linsey Taylor, Mitchel Taylor, Danielle Ericson (Brandon), Dylan Tuerk (Nicole Laue), Ashley Douglass (Cooper) Samantha Piispanen (Jake), Madison Piispanen; Great-grandchildren: Brooklyn and Brynlee Ericson, Colton Tuerk; Brothers: Bruce Volkman (Sherry) and Mark Volkman (Dawn); He is also survived by an aunt, an uncle, nieces, nephews and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia, daughter Katie Volkman, step-daughter Jane Christensen and his parents.

Services with full military honors will be 11am - Friday, August 29, 2025 at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery at Camp Ripley, Little Falls. Chaplain Greg Valentine will be the officiant. A gathering of family and friends for lunch and fellowship will follow the service and will be announced at that time. Arrangements are with Sorensen-Root-Thompson Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Aitkin. To leave a message of condolence please go to www.srtfuneral.com