Gary Mitsch

Obituary of Gary L. Mitsch

 

Mitsch, Gary L. After a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's, Gary, Age 78 of Loretto passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on January 2, 2020. He was preceded in death by parents,Clemmons and Gretchen Mitsch. Survived by wife of 45 years, Wanda; daughter, Melissa (John); sons, David (Debi), Steven (Janeen); grandsons, Benjamin and Lucas; brothers, John (Carrie) and Paul (Bonnie). Furry companions, Tanner, Briggs and Flynn. Gary enjoyed every aspect of life to the fullest. His love for speed and anything with an engine was satisfied through his years of motorcycle, car and boat racing which culminated in him winning the 1975 World Championship in power boat racing. After retiring from racing, he pursued his many other interests which included hunting and fishing. Gary, his many friends and his hunting dogs successfully hunted pheasants, ducks, geese, deer, and elk throughout the US and Canada. In the 1980's the family became involved in the Arabian horse business. Gary was a supportive horse show husband and father who spent summer weekends cheering on his family. He was a competitive trapshooter and also took up golfing upon retirement in 2011 with his wife. After retiring, he spent the winters in Florida with family and friends. Gary's passion for vintage collectibles eventually led him to begin collecting classic cars, vintage motorcycles, wooden boats and memorabilia. He was very proud of his collection and enjoyed participating in many car shows and auctions throughout the country and spending time in his showroom and shop with friends. Gary's career in business spanned 50 years in the mechanical contracting industry as an owner of one of the most successful mechanical contracting companies in the area. The family would like to thank the entire staff at the Wealshire of Medina for the most wonderful care provided to Gary. Also, thank you to the park Nicollett hospice team for the great care they provided. A memorial gathering will be held from 1:00-3:00 pm Sunday, January 19, 2020 at the Cremation Society of Minnesota, 7110 France Ave., S. Edina. Memorials preferred to the Alzheimer's Association.

Sunday
19
January

Memorial Gathering

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Sunday, January 19, 2020
Cremation Society of Minnesota Edina
7110 France Avenue
Edina, Minnesota, United States
9529244100