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Gary March Obituary

Gary P. March Gary died peacefully July 7, 2013 at home surrounded by his family after a courageous 18-year battle with prostate cancer. In nautical terms, Red Right Returning means going to your vessel's home port. Gary's last cruise was Red Right Returning into the arms of our loving God where sunny skies, soft breezes and calm waters prevail. Gary was a graduate of Rockhurst College with a BSBA, President of the School Board for Hayden High School in Topeka, Eucharistic Minister and Lector at Christ the King Church in Topeka, served on the Parish Council at Christ the King Church and board member for the Marian Clinic in Topeka. Gary was the Founder and President of March, Inc. with the following subsidiary companies: Assisted Healthcare Home Health, Assisted Services, Assisted Transportation Services, Assisted Student Transportation and All Point Transportation. One of Gary's greatest joys was achieving his captain's license with the US Coast Guard. He and Linda A. March were married on August 26, 1967, almost 46 years ago. They started out struggling as many couples do and over the years built their business and raised a family. Through it all, they loved each other well, celebrating their successes and supporting each other during difficult times. Neither of them was perfect, but they'd grown up together certain that they were a team. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Anita (Medlin) March and a sister, Gail M. Rickerman. Gary is survived by his wife Linda, two daughters: Kristen (Chris) Hane, Gretchen (Ryan) Hembree and five grandchildren: Madisen, Joe and Drew Hane, Charlie and Samantha Hembree. He is also survived by his brother, Richard (Juanita) March and sisters-in-law, brothers-in law, nieces, nephews and cousins. A rosary will be said at 6:00PM on Thursday, July 11th at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church with a visitation to follow from 6:30 to 8:00PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:00Noon, Friday, July 12th at the church with entombment at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Michael the Archangel Endowment Fund, 14251 Nall Ave, Leawood, KS 66223 or the Prostate Cancer Foundation at www.pcf.org/garymarch. Condolences may be expressed at www.porterfuneralhome.com. Arrangements: Porter Funeral Homes & Crematory, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS (913) 438-6444. Gary P. March

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Jul. 10, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary March

30 Entries

Kim Thomson

July 31, 2013

Linda and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I have missed you all over the years and am sorry we have lost touch. Gary was a very special person who I will always have the utmost respect for. I know in my heart Gary still walks beside you and your family.

Bob

July 19, 2013

I am grateful for the life of Mr. March. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

Kathy Hicks

July 13, 2013

Linda--I was sorry to read about Gary's death. I think of him here at The Villas each time that I hear the bells ring at the Catholic Church.

Autumn Hughes

July 12, 2013

I am so sad to heat the news of Gary's passing. I found out a couple days ago. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I have nothing but great memories of Mr. March.

Rita Hulsing

July 12, 2013

Linda and family, know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and keep you.

Kevin Sigler

July 12, 2013

Fair winds, Captain.

LeAnn Pierson-Crow

July 12, 2013

Kristy and Family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I have many wonderful memories of hanging out at your house in Topeka and your mom and dad was always so friendly and fun to be around. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers!

July 12, 2013

So sorry for your loss,I enjoyed working for gary,he will be truly missed.Barry McGinnis.

Deanna Madsen

July 11, 2013

Dear Linda and family,
Praying you find hope in the one true God who daily bears our burdens as we rest in his unfailing arms. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. (Isaiah 40:31)
Deanna(Johnson)Madsen
Don and Doris Johnson, Northwood, IA

Bob Edwards

July 11, 2013

Linda, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. Sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Bill & Cecelia Pierson

July 11, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with your entire family. Lots of good memories.

Ritch and Angie Steffensmeier

July 11, 2013

Our family extends our sincerest condolences to the Hane and March families at this difficult time. Prayers for peace go out to you all.

Rose Shaw

July 11, 2013

Prayer for you and the family Kristy.

Kristin Himmelberg

July 11, 2013

Kristi and Family, I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Please know that I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Kristin (Tomc) Himmelberg

July 11, 2013

Linda,

Mike and I were sadden by the news of Gary's passing today when we heard the news. The loss of your partner of 46 years is like taking the wind out of your sails. Gary lives on in our hearts and memories and will live within us for the years to come.

Peace be with you

Rex Gerstner Mike Graham

July 11, 2013

I was so sad to read about Gary in our Topeka newspaper. I have only happy memories of Gary and his family. I remember his happy smile and friendly greetings. I counted Gary as a dear friend. My deepest sympathy, Sharon Buscher

Heather Allerheiligen

July 10, 2013

How honored am I to have had the privileged to know Gary March. He shared his wisdom with no judgement, no agenda, and with love in his heart. Gary, Thank you for having the courage to show others what life should be about. I will miss you.

Kathy & Mike Green

July 10, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers for the family. He's a special person who will be missed.

Gary on MV "March Winds IV" July 3, 2012

Legacy Harbour Marina

July 10, 2013

The Legacy Harbour Marina family expresses their condolences to Linda and the March family. We are glad they are a part of our boating community and hope Legacy Harbour Marina will always be considered a "Home Port".
Eric, Lana, Sheila, Serena and Jim

Rick Strecker

July 10, 2013

Linda, Kristen, Gretchen and families,
I am very sad to hear of Gary's passing. He was always such an inspiration to me as a Hayden parent, a volunteer leader, and as a friend. I will always treasure his friendship and support.
May God Bless,
Rick Strecker, Hayden Catholic

July 10, 2013

Linda,
At a time like this it's hard to hear Gary is in a better place, when the best place was by your side. Gary loved his family and his Catholic faith with all his heart. He was an inspiration to me to go back to the church.
We will be forever grateful for meeting you and Gary at that big round table in the middle of an ocean.
With sympathy and love
Gina and Jim

Heather, Aaron, Samuel, Lauren and Hudson Whiteside

July 10, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Betsy Pierce

July 10, 2013

I was privileged to know him and honored to have him as a brother-in-law. Gary taught me a lot over the years. Gary, may you rest in peace in the light of the risen Lord. Red right returning! With love, Betsy

July 10, 2013

Linda, So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. You have been an amazingly strong support for him. Thinking of you and yours in your time of loss.
Love, Michelle (your hygienist)

Bill Shonkwiler

July 10, 2013

I grew up visiting the March family with my family and remember going to the lake to go out on his boat. I also remember admiring his Camaro convertible as a kid growing up. I also admired how he and Linda built their business from scratch into the success it is today. Rest in Peace.

Ron & Charma Owens

July 10, 2013

We were saddened to learn of Gary's passing, but were privileged to have known him a short time. Prayers to Linda and family.

Jerry and Suzan Early

July 10, 2013

Linda,
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a very special person, one that we really enjoyed seeing coming into Port Perry and Blue Moon Steakhouse. We are very sorry we can't make it to the services as we are out of town. You and Gary are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.

Verena Aubert

July 10, 2013

My prayers r definetly with Gary and Linda. And with all his family. I worked with Gary or worked for Gary and his healthcare business. It was the best five or so years when I worked for his company. I really miss him and his family. We were a small family. And when it was time to work we worked. But when it was time to play we played hard. It was an honor to work with Gary and his family. Linda is a good wife and mother. And their two daughters r the most caring and loving people I've ever met. My thoughts and prayers go out to Gary and his family. It was an honor and privilege to work for March inc. and family.

Frank & Sharon Molby

July 9, 2013

We were deeply sadden to hear about Gary. He was one of the greatest men I have ever worked for. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Linda, and family.

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