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Gary Hubbard Obituary
Gary inspired others as a 1.3-pound preemie, born on August 11, 1972, and never looked back. After graduating from Battle Creek Lakeview High School in 1990, he attended Western Michigan University. There, he earned his bachelor's in business, which led to a very successful sales career, working for Disney, Whirlpool, and, most recently, Kohler. These companies provided him the opportunity to work and live around the country making lasting friendships at every location. Gary also played an integral role in helping his wife, Beth, build a therapy clinic serving disabled children from the ground up. He was active with National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI) and served on the NARI Cares Committee.
Gary was a family man with a heart of gold. He radiated love and took a genuine interest in every single person he encountered. His smile and laughter were contagious and he was the first to offer a helping hand in any situation.
At the age of 39, Gary met the love of his life, Beth. They wed on September 14, 2013. They had two children, Zachary and Charlotte, whom he loved fiercely. He truly loved being a dad more than anything else in this world, and always took time to volunteer at his children's school, coach sports and plan fun family activities and trips.
Visitation will be held from 5-7:00 pm Friday, September 23, 2022 and 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 24, 2022, followed by Celebration of Life service at 2:00 pm (service will be live-streamed). Both will be held at:
Lord of Life Lutheran Church
16200 Dodd Ln
Lakeville, MN 55044
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Joy Duneske
March 10, 2023
Very sorry to hear of Gary´s passing. He was great neighbor of ours in Novi, MI and became our friend. Our family will always have warm memories of him. Your family will be in our prayers.
Tiffany (Trayer) LaPlante
September 29, 2022
I´m so sorry for your loss. Gary was truly a wonderful genuine guy. Anyone who knew him can only have fond memories. My heart goes out to you all.
Venna Willemsen
September 24, 2022
Miss you bunches from babysitting for you to seeing you at Christmas &
your wonderful hugs!! Did
I mention that wonderful
sparkle (twinkle) in your eyes! Tim & I offer our condolences & heartfelt prayers may God grant you peace Beth! Know that God is with you and turn to him in this time of
mourning. While you are mourning remember God is sad too! He is also celebrating Gary´s homecoming & welcoming him with open
arms! Love you bunches Tim & Venna
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Jim and Sheena Weir
September 24, 2022
LOVE AND PRAYERS TO BETH, ZACH AND CHARLOTTE AND GARY AND DODIE AND FAMILY
SO VERY VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
Eric DeJong
September 23, 2022
Gary was an amazing man with a heart of gold! He was genuine and cared so much about others. He´d always look out for you and encourage you. Earth lost an amazing man, Heaven gained a truly special person.
Mary macey
September 23, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. I am a very good friend of Amy´s and I know he will be dearly missed. She often spoke highly about him and his wife and two children.
Dave Janecky
September 23, 2022
Gary was by far the most outstanding factory rep I ever dealt with in 47 years. And also a great friend.
Roger and Debra Reed
September 23, 2022
Gary and Dodie, We are so sorry for your loss..heartbreaking to hear....our prayers for you and the family......sending our love.........Roger and Deb
Jan Huskin Richard
September 22, 2022
So very sorry for your loss, Dodie. A parent never expects to lose a child. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Dave Haughey
September 22, 2022
Gary was one of the friendliest people I know. My condolences to his family. What a tragic loss for a man in the prime of life.
Stacey lester
September 22, 2022
I met Gary at Disney one day when he was with his family, we were both at the Lord of dance show, he was funny from the beginning, you could tell that he had such a good relationship with his family. He was always a positive goal oriented person. He will truly be missed. Prayers for his family.
Nancy Hall ( Steve Hall's mom)
September 22, 2022
Gary was a friend of Steve's in HS. Always a nice young man, my prayers for his family.
Lowell Vick
September 22, 2022
I worked with Gary at Whirlpool- he was a very nice person and was always friendly. May God comfort your family.
Annette Winkler
September 22, 2022
So sorry for your loss.
Amy Myers Branch
September 22, 2022
I met Gary in 1996 while on my senior trip to FL. We found out we were from the same area and a long term friendship began. My heart breaks for his family. Such a huge loss.
Wendy siegmeier
September 22, 2022
I am so sorry to hear about Gary, I worked with him at Whirlpool. He was such a kind soul and loves to laugh.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Christopher Ryan
September 22, 2022
Wow I´m absolutely just saddened of this news. I worked with Gary at Kohler for 3 years. We still until last month would talk on the phone or text. He was the kindest, loving, humble person I have ever came across. Gary until we meet again please rest easy sir.
Tom Klee
September 21, 2022
I work for Gary in the Los Angeles area. Super nice guy hard worker. Will miss him.
My Condolences.
Tom Klee
J.Harris
September 21, 2022
Dear Hubbard, sending my sincere sympathy, my heart goes out to you currently of great sadness. Please know that God cares about you, how you feel, `thoughts of peace, and not of calamity, to give you a future and hope.
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