Gary Walrath Obituary
In loving memory of Gary Walrath of Oelwein, Iowa, who departed this world on September 3, 2025 at the age of 85. Gary leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Warren Walrath and Della Walrath (Hunter); his siblings, Wallace, Earl, Vonnie, Colleen and Charlotte; and his granddaughter Chasity Britten.
He is survived by: his wife Josie Walrath of Oelwein; his children, Kathy Loban (Steve) of Oelwein, Marc Leyh (Wendy) of Waterloo, Tim Leyh of Hazleton, Lisa Walrath of Oelwein and Gary, Jr. Walrath (Tammy) of Houston; his grandchildren, Sara Bonorden, Ryan Bonorden (Melissa), Lindsey Leo (Nick), Josh Loban (Jessica), Ryan Buzynski, Kara Happel, Troy Buzynski (Suzy), Wes Leyh, Nikkie Leyh (Caitlin) of Lauren Leyh, CJ, Josie Witt (John), Lucinda Walrath, Ellary Walrath and Keenan Walrath; and his siblings, Patrick Walrath (Arlene) of Atlanta and Mary Kay Van Buren of Arvada, Colorado. He is also survived by several great grandchildren.
Gary volunteered with meals on wheels and RSVP for 4th graders at Wings Park Elementary.
Memorials may be directed in his name to St. Croix Hospice.
