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Mark Gauley Obituary
Mark J. Gauley
January 15, 1962-November 10, 2020
Rockwell - Mark J. Gauley, 58, of Mason City, formerly of Rockwell, passed away at his home November 10, 2020. Funeral services will be held 2 PM, Tuesday, November 17, at Retz Funeral Home, Sheffield with American Legion Gallagher Post #208, Rockwell and VFW San Juan-Marne Post #733 providing honors. Memorials may be directed to his family at PO Box 444, Rockwell, Iowa 50469
The service will be livestreamed at www.retzfh.com. Due to the pandemic please consider attending virtually.
Mark Gauley was born January 15, 1962, in Buffalo Center, a son of James and Mary Gauley. He graduated at Sheffield Chapin High School in 1980. Following graduation, he was employed at Eno Farms of Sheffield.
On July 11, 1981, Mark was united in marriage with Tammy Paine, two children Dustan (Christine) and Katie (Joe) Douglas were born to this union.
Mark enlisted in the Army and served with the 1133rd until retiring after 23 years. He served in the Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom campaigns.
He worked for 10 years for Curries, and R.E.G. and Mechanical Air Systems. He enjoyed riding his Harley, golfing, playing cards, shooting guns and collecting knives.
Mark is survived by his son: Dustin (Christine) Gauley; daughter: Katie (Joe) Douglas; brothers: Tom (Betty); Steve and sisters: Mary Kay (Don) Blunck and Linda (Ron) Kallheim; grandchildren: Devon Geiger, Jadyn and Arianna; several nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
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MELVIN BROWN
November 16, 2020
sorry loss
Charlie Smith
November 15, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Mark´s passing. Brings back great memories growing up with the Gauley´s as neighbors in rural Buffalo Center. My sympathies to the entire family.
John and Betty Martin
November 15, 2020
Condolences to all of Mark's family. I will be with you in spirit at his service.
Ron and Lavonne Rohn
November 15, 2020
So very sorry to read this news. Our prayers go out to Marks family. Treasure your wonderful memories.
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