Virgil Gearhart Obituary
The memory of Virgil Gearhart of Newton, Iowa, who passed away on November 26, 2025 at the age of 85, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Virgil shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Virgil farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Virgil P. Gearhart and Clovine Gearhart (Koon); his daughter Lori; his grandson Curtis Gearhart; his sister Geraldine Routh; and his close friend Ila "Lucky" Thompson.
He is survived by: his sons, Curtis Patrick "Pat" Gearhart (Cindi) of Newton and Quinten Gearhart (Jill) of Newton; his stepdaughter Johnette Routh; and his grandchildren, Shawna Hopkins (Justin), Chloe Gearhart (Brian Johnson) and Colten Gearhart. He is also survived by many great-grandchildren.
