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Gary Bongers
1939 - 2015
Gary Bongers
1939 - 2015
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BORN
1939
DIED
2015
Gary Bongers Obituary
Gary Bongers, 76, of De Pere, passed away Saturday December 26, 2015 at a local hospital. The son of the late Gordon and Mary Alice (O'Connell) Bongers was born June 19, 1939 in Green Bay. He married Mary Bowman on August 27, 1971.
Gary was a 1958 graduate of West High School. He served twenty seven years on the Brown County Sheriff's Department and retired in 1994 with rank of Sergeant. He enjoyed all sports and remained active throughout his entire life, participating in golf, bowling, fishing, softball, and volleyball. Gary was extremely handy and passed his skills of fixing things along to his family. He could fix anything and if there was not a part available, he would manufacture it. He was a lifelong automobile and motorcycle enthusiast. Gary was a great Dad and loving, patient Grandfather "Papa". He and Mary enjoyed traveling and spending time in Florida.
Survivors include his wife, Mary, children and grandchildren, Jared and Erin Bongers, (Jackson and Alivia), Chip and Katie Bongers (Carley), Craig and Tonya Marks, (Morgann and Clay), Tim Bongers (Dylan), Bill and Jody Bongers (Alex), Rochelle Eisner (Bryce), Richard and Jill De Muth (Jason, Tyler and Tracey), one sister, Susan Williams, nieces and nephews, Kathy, Paul, John and Julie. He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws, Robert, Joseph, and La Verne,and brother-in-law, Dan Williams.
Family and friends may call at RYAN FUNERAL HOME. 305 North Tenth Street, De Pere from 2:00 to 5:30 pm Tuesday December 29, 2015. Funeral service will be held at 5:30 pm on Tuesday at the funeral home. Please visit www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the Bongers family.
The Bongers family extends a thank you to the Sixth Floor ICU at St. Vincent Hospital for their care and support.
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Brent Hansen
January 4, 2016
Sorry for your loss.
Love - Jared, Erin, Jackson & Alivia Bongers
January 3, 2016
You were an amazing father and Papa and will be greatly missed. We will love you always. You are in our hearts forever and know we have a special angel watching over us.
Tonya Marks
January 2, 2016
It has been a week already and we miss you so much! Knowing you are pain free, gives us some comfort though. Love and Miss you
Michele Conard
January 1, 2016
Mary and family I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Gary at the Sheriff's Dept. He was truly a wonderful man!
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Your loving wife
January 1, 2016
To the greatest Husband,
Father and PaPa. I am so lucky to have been able to be with you for over 45yrs,you were my best friend. I will miss you terribly. I thought you were coming home,I know you thought so too. The kids will take care of me.
Craig Marks
January 1, 2016
The Best Dad ever I'll miss you so much
Chip Bongers
December 31, 2015
I feel extremely fortunate to have been given 40 years of my life to follow in your footsteps, to be like you, and be part of your legacy! You were a man of your word, a man of integrity in all that you did, and generous with all you had...I'm going to miss your warm smile and Big hugs! It hurts a lot not having you here buddy...
December 30, 2015
To Mary and Family: So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Great, fun guy to work and ride with. Many good memories. Our deepest sympathy to you all!
Gene and Patty Rousseau
Cookie Jendrusiak
December 29, 2015
Dear Pete, so sorry to hear of Gary's death. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. Stay wrapped in your good memories.
Judie & John Boyce
December 29, 2015
Pete: So sorry to hear that Gary passed away, You were such a good couple together.Wish we could be there, however we are in Az, for the winter. We spent christmas with Jeanne and she sends her sympathy, Take Care John & Judie
Louis & Donna Brandt
December 29, 2015
We will miss Gary and the smiles shared during our morning walks at the mall.
December 29, 2015
To the Gary Bongers Family: My deepest sympathy to all of you. I have great memories of days spent with Gary and Mary many years ago and most recently a long visit at the Bay Park Square Mall following their walk that day. My late husband George D. Weitzel, Jr., had many good things to say about Gary when they worked together at the BCSD. May the remembrance of the many good times you shared with Gary bring you comfort.
--Joyce Weitzel, Wrightstown
Mike Schroll
December 29, 2015
Mary & Family: Gary was one of the truly 'good guys' that I got to know during my years at BCSD. Lots of fun to be around and a gentle soul. My condolences on your loss.
Mike Halasi
December 29, 2015
Was my first Sgt to work for when I came on the department 26 years ago. A great guy indeed, will be missed.
Tina Pickard
December 28, 2015
May God be with you & your family. You are greatly missed.
Karen and Russ Hansen weidemann
December 28, 2015
Mary-so sorry for your loss . You had a wonderful husband. Take care of yourself you are in our prayers.
Dan & Sue Nagel
December 28, 2015
Mary,
We were saddened to see of Gary's passing, such a kind and gentle soul. Our sincerest sympathy to you and your family.
Dick and Pat Johnson
December 28, 2015
Mary, you have our utmost sympathy. So glad Warren and I had the chance to visit in the hospital. Gary was the perfect Mr. Nice Guy. Going to miss him
sally makuck
December 28, 2015
Sorry for your loss.
December 28, 2015
Mary,We've been missing Gary's friendly smiles and waves, but now we will miss him even more. Our condolences. Your Mall Friends, Jim & Jackie
Darrell Krause
December 28, 2015
Mary,Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss.I will miss him at our West High Alumni breakfest and sharing stories.
Darrell & Sally Krause
December 28, 2015
MARY AND FAMILY,Our sincere Sympathy to all. Your memories are precious in days ahead. I'm so glad we got to see you and Gary this summer. We will keep those memories of Gary . A wonderful man Love Fay and Ron Prodell
December 28, 2015
Mary,We can't tell you how deeply saddened we are to hear of Garys passing,He was a good guy and will really be missed. lots of good memories. Chuck and Dorothy Officer
December 28, 2015
Mary, You have our deepest sympathy. What a Great Guy and Friend/Co Worker. Lot's of great memories! Jim, Nancy Paape
December 27, 2015
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