Gary Thomas Ford Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Gary Thomas Ford of Des Moines, Iowa. Gary, born on February 24, 1939, passed away on October 25, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gary Thomas Ford to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Gary for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Gary’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alvin Ford and Wanda "Faye" Ford. He is survived by: his wife Marna Ford; his children, Pamela Rotert (Kelly) of Stilwell, Michael Ford (Jane) of Shawnee and Troy Ford (Shanna) of Des Moines, Iowa; and his grandchildren, Dan, Skyler, Shelby and Brooke.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Gary's honor to the Iowa State University Foundation, directed to the College of Design Scholarship Fund, or to the Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Scholarship Fund.
