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Gary Koerner Obituary

Gary Lee Koerner II was born on March 5th, 1966 to Gary and Twyla (Davis) Koerner. He grew up at Four Corners, south of Topeka, KS. He often remarked on his magical childhood, sharing several weeks every summer with his cousins, Christi and Billy Pat Davis. He loved music and mastered several instruments. He loved all sports. Gary graduated from Santa Fe Trails High School.

He moved to Wisconsin at age 25 to pursue the Automobile Business.

At age 48, he decided to change careers, went to school to become a Certified Medical Assistant. He was a natural at helping others. He was loved by coworkers and patients and it was his dream career. He was very patient with young and old alike.

He was passionate about music, helping others and loved to laugh. Being an only child, he never forgot what it was like to be a kid among adults. He was a master of practical jokes and thrived on scaring and fooling his family and friends.

He has left a huge void in the lives of many. You never realize how you build your life around a special soul until it is gone.

Contributions can be made to suicide hot line.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Nov. 4 to Nov. 5, 2020.

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Marcina Wall

November 5, 2020

So sorry to about little Gary, he was always a delight to see come bouncing through the restaurant, while I was working there, enjoyed watching him grow up into a handsome young man. He will truly be missed but never forgotten. Keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers! GOD BLESS

Ron Flinner

November 5, 2020

Gary was a great guy. Sorry to hear he is gone. Prayers to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him

Bert Bowser

November 5, 2020

I think back and like Pat remember this curly blond boy running through the restaurant bringing a smile. Very sorry for your loss.

Penny Billbe

November 4, 2020

Gary was one of my closest friends. We could go for years and start talking like it had just been minutes instead of years. When we were in kindergarten I brought him home with me. Mom had to figure out his name and call his mom to let her know where he was. I will miss you Gary! Praying for your mom and family.

Pat McPhail Schroder

November 4, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss! I have many fond memories of him running around the restaurant when I worked there. Praying for your family!

Carol Pierce (Lane)

November 4, 2020

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

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