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Lono Ho'ala
May 4, 2022
Gary and I grew up together in Salida. I was known as Art Costello then. My name changed when I was adopted into the Mo'o clan in Hawai'i in 1992 and ordained a kahuna priest.
In Salida, we not only went to St. Joseph's Catholic School together, but like Tom Nacarrato below, we were altar boys together.
In retrospect, he and I were unique for our ages. Even as kids Gary knew he was meant to be a doctor and I knew I was born to be a priest.
Our relationship faded when Gary went on to Salida High School and I went to the Abbey School in Canon City to be a priest. I just didn't know then, that I was going to turn out to be a kahuna priest instead of a Benedictine monk.
I lost track of Gary after he went to medical school.
I tried to get in touch with him years ago, but for some reason I couldn't, so I had no idea he had died. What a shock to find this out!
It would not be an exaggeration to say we were best friends for years back then. I never had the chance to meet his family, but I do offer you all my most sincere condolences.
Aloha to all, Lono
Jean Anne Hattler
August 16, 2008
Dear Cheryl, Christopher and Megan,
My heart goes out to you. The Hattlers, too, are experiencing great grief. Brack drowned on July 31 in New Jersey. Cheryl, I look forward to talking with you and help that we can help each other with this enormous and painful loss. You and your family are in our prayers!
Love,
Jean Anne
William J Bowman MD
August 11, 2008
To the Post family: I was sad to see the announcement of Gary's death; I was not aware of his illness. He was a classmate in the CU Med class of 1974 and a colleague in practice for the the past 27 years. I think it is particularly poignant that he was a doctor in the tradition of the previous generation ( i.e. , prior to managed care and depersonalization of the doctor-patient relationship ), as is spoken in the words of his patients. Truly a loss to the Community. WJ Bowman MD
Julie (Winkler) McGill
August 11, 2008
Dear Cheryl, Christopher and Megan - I was so saddened to hear of Gary's passing. You are each in my thoughts and prayers. I enjoyed working with him at Belleview so many years ago. My condolences at this difficult time.
Jay Schein
August 8, 2008
To the Post Family,
When a loved one such as Gary goes home to be with the Lord, we who have shared various aspects of his life, may have physically lost a friend and a Physician, but we are able to carry his spirit in our hearts and reflect on his wonderful legacy.
There is no question that John 14:1-3 applied to our friend, for he is truly in the Father's house and now the beloved physician stands beside the Great Physician. Matthew 5:4 and all of my heartfelt condolences to the Post family, immediate and those who served alongside of him at Highlands Ranch Family Medicine.
Tom Naccarato
August 7, 2008
Gary, We are not supposed to pass so soon. We grew up together. We played, fished, camped, rode our bikes, golfed, enjoyed family picnics and served as Alter Boys together. Although our lives went different ways and we lost touch with each other, I still carry fond memories of our youth.
May Heavenly Father comfort your family and greet you with open arms and say welcome home my son.
Paul Pendleton
August 6, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Dr. Post's family and friends. Like others commenting here, Dr. Post was my doctor for over 20 years and he was the best. I didn't have to visit him often (thank God), but when I did I knew I was in the care of a smart, capable and personable professional. A terrible loss and he will be missed by so many. May he be cared for now as well as he cared for the rest of us.
joel fox
August 6, 2008
We will miss you Gary. You were a great Doctor and a great person. You always took time to listen to me and never rushed me out the door. Gary was my Doctor for 28 years.
Steve Rawlings
August 6, 2008
I wish to extend my sympathy to Dr. Post's family. Gary has been my Dr. and friend since 1981. At that time we were both young and no matter what my illness was the conversation always drifted towards golf, which we did a couple of times together. I will miss him taking care of me as I age into an old man. I will continue to pray to our heavenly father to comfort the family.
N. Koch
August 6, 2008
We're sorry that you got sick and that you passed away. We'll miss you, "Great Uncle Gary". Love Avery and Duncan Koch
Thomas Thurston
August 5, 2008
I am very very sad to hear of Gary's passing. Jim Argys called me today and we spoke for over an hour sharing our memories of Gary. My heart goes out to Cheryl who I had the pleasure of meeting at the last two Salida High reunions and the rest of Gary's family. Gary's loss is felt deeply.
Al Blair
August 5, 2008
Our family has grown to admire and respect Gary as both our family Doctor and one of our most favorite neighbors and Buff-Fans. We will all miss Gary deeply; and extend to Cheryl, Megan and Chris our deepest sympathies. God Bless Gary's family.
Rodney Molitor
August 5, 2008
Dearest Cheryl and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. And to you, Gary, a thoughtful, caring, gentle man.... you will be truly missed.
Rod and Colleen
Jeff Edelman
August 5, 2008
Cheryl and family, We are deeply sorry for your loss. i heard about Gary's passing from of all places, the CTLA list serv. If you need anything Melissa and I will be happy to lend a hand during this difficult time. Jeff Edelman
Lynn Hendrix
August 4, 2008
Dear Cheryl and Family: I'm so sorry to here about Gary's passing. I know it is a very difficult time. Those of us at HRO who knew you for those severl years send our sympathies.
Peter Burg
August 4, 2008
Cheryl, I just wanted to express my condolences and sadness about Gary's illness and passing. He was a wonderful man and I always enjoyed the opportunity to chat with him at Bar events and the health club! Please let me know if there is anything my family can do to help you and your family during this most difficult time.
David Hersh
August 4, 2008
Dear Cheryl & Family:
We mourn your loss. You are in our thoughts and our prayers.
David & Julie Hersh and family
Fred Erenfeld
August 1, 2008
I extend my deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Post. He was my family Dr. for over 20 years, I will miss him, he took good care of me and always had time to sit and talk with me in his office. There aren't too many of his kind that take the time to visit with patients like he did. I will miss you Doctor Gary and I know you are in a glorious place where there are no sick people. God rest your soul and rest in the peace and glory of our almighty savior Jesus Christ..
Andrea Chase, Executive Director, ADEMS
August 1, 2008
On behalf of the Arapahoe-Douglas-Elbert Medical Society (ADEMS), we would like to offer our condolences to the Post family. Dr. Post was a long standing member of ADEMS, since 1980. With a strong patient following, he will be deeply missed by the community and his physician colleagues.
ELLA PIECH
July 30, 2008
DR. POST I WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. YOUR ARE A GREAT MAN. (YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY DIRT BAG!) TO THE POST FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. HE WILL BE MISSED AND LOVED!! LOVE,ELLA
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