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Gary Bracken, 62, Topeka, passed away on Saturday, June 2, 2012. Gary was born March 6, 1950 in Topeka, the son of Alfred and Dorothy (Thornton) Bracken. He attended Topeka High School. He worked for Douglas Construction Company, Gene Hahn Masonry, and USD-501 School District as a heavy equipment operator, retiring in 2011. He was a member of the Ford Club, enjoyed restoring old cars, camping, dancing and splittin wood. Gary married Jerri Lang in 1973. They divorced in 1997. Survivors include daughters, Keri Bracken, Blue Springs, MO, Apryl Bracken, Euless, TX, Lyndsay Puff, Fisher, IN, Kristine Epling, Topeka; companion, Connie Asselin, Topeka; brothers, Alfred David Bracken, Morgan H. Bracken, Sr., both of Topeka; sister, Christine Minyard, Cedar Park, TX; mother, Dorothy Bracken, Topeka; 8 grandsons; and 2 granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his father. Funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel. Burial will follow at Penwell-Gabel Cemetery. Gary will lie in state at the funeral home after 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday and visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.PenwellGabelTopeka.com. Gary Bracken

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Jun. 4, 2012.

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Bob Allen

May 30, 2022

A good man gone way to soon

Derek Thomas

June 9, 2012

Sorry for your loss from DO Thomas Rest in peace with love....

Denna Yockey

June 7, 2012

Oh so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I know he will be missed by so many. I will always remember what fun we all had dancing together. Lots of love and prayers headed your way to Connie and Gary's family.

Dave Tew

June 7, 2012

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

June 7, 2012

Lyndsay & family,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts & prayers are with you now & in the days to come.
~Sis & Wilbur Stum, Jr.

Jennifer Still

June 6, 2012

I was honored to have met Gary thru his daughter Lyndsey whom I went to high school with and became good friends with, I am very sorry to hear of this news I just seen Gary at the car show in topeka few weeks ago, and was able to give him a hug and say hello, will miss ya, To all of the family, daughters, grandkids, our prayers are with you today and always. Love Still Family.

Robert

June 5, 2012

Well it looks like the old gang is going down one man at a time will miss you Gary.

Julie Badart

June 5, 2012

So shocked when I heard the news. To Keri, Apryl, Lyndsey and Krissy--am thinking of you guys

Sharon Boger

June 5, 2012

Connie..I was so sadden with the news of Gary. Your brother called me while I was in Texas. You & your family is in my thoughts & prayers. May Gary RIP... Sharon Boger

June 5, 2012

So Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. He will be truely missed.
Delres and Chub Tibbits

June 4, 2012

who will "shoot" the creamer? who will "throw" the gum wrappers in our hair? oh wait. . that wasn't you, i forgot..we'll miss you.."God please comfort Connie's broken heart"
so sorry for this loss
Dort & Noreen

mark hornsby

June 4, 2012

to a good friend,that will always be in my heart,and i send all my reguards to all family.

wayne tibbits

June 4, 2012

you are in our thoughts and prayer.

tim hicks

June 4, 2012

R.I.P to a great car builder and mech From Tim Hicks at Tims paint works a ford guy lv you man topeka ks

Carla Drake

June 4, 2012

Connie our thoughts and prayers are with you and Gary's family. Gary and I worked at the 501 Service Center.

Carla Drake and Family

June 4, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Sam & Mary Randol

June 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. May God give you strength and peace. Let us know if there's anything we can help with. We are always here for you.

June 4, 2012

Sorry to hear about Gary. We did a lot of things together in our younger days of Junior High and High School, and later with cars. We had a lot of times together at the Kozy Kitchen and our daughters played ball together, We will really miss him. Our thoughts are with the family. Bill and Sandy Wolf.

June 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with Garys family. Big guy were sure going to miss you.

Butch & Linda

Dee Anderson

June 4, 2012

So sorry to hear about Gary. I worked with him at 501 a few years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Eddie & Laura Arredondo & Family

June 4, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

June 4, 2012

My greatest condolence to Gary's Family and friends.
Bob Allen

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