Gary Kenneth Rosager

ENNIS - Gary K. Rosager, 58, of Ennis, died Friday, Aug. 1, 2003, as a result of a motorcycle accident.

He was born Oct. 2, 1944, to Viggo and Shirley (Forbregd) Rosager in San Francisco. As a boy, he moved to Wolf Point, where he was raised and graduated from high school. He attended MSU for one year and was active in the ROTC.

He married Doris Wiens (Tomlinson) in 1970 and they had two children. They continued to live in Wolf Point, where he worked as a mechanic and owned Modern Music. They later divorced and Gary moved to White Bear Lake, Minn., and then to West Yellowstone before settling in Ennis in 1992. He worked there as a mechanic for D&D Auto. Six years ago, he found his soul mate, Susan Perrault and they were together until his death.

Gary enjoyed his work, camping, photography and he especially loved riding his Harley. He was a talented musician and a gifted mechanic who loved to share his vast knowledge with others. He was an avid runner and ran several marathons while in Minnesota. He adored his grandson. Gary will be remembered for his big heart and free spirit.

He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Francis and Shirley Delaney.

Survivors include his son, Kris (Carol) Rosager; daughter, Michelle (Luke) Hayes; grandson, Kristian Hayes; companion, Susan Perrault; sister, Sandy (Bill) Shikany; stepsister, Denise Delaney; and many other friends and family.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service was held in Ennis on Tuesday, Aug. 5.