Gary L. Handel Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Gary L. Handel of Clinton, Iowa, who passed away on July 8, 2025, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Gary leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Gary may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lloyd Handel and Esther Handel (Schreiner); his wife Susan Spencer; and his cousin Neal Doden. He is survived by: his daughters, Amy Handel-Lawson (Steve) of Davis, IL and Reba Corbin (Michael Vilmont) of Clinton; his grandsons, Kendall (Leslie Martinez) and Micah Corbin (Shandi Quigley); and his cousins, Darrell Clevidence, Leroy Handel and Arman Stover.
Visitation was held on Friday, July 11th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. John Lutheran Church (416 Main Ave, Clinton, IA 52732). A funeral service was held on Friday, July 11th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the same location.
