Gary Wayne Hakala's obituary , Passed away on January 22, 2026 in Waukegan, Illinois
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Gary Wayne Hakala

September 3, 1953 - January 22, 2026 (72 years old)

Waukegan, Illinois

Gary Wayne Hakala's obituary , Passed away on January 22, 2026 in Waukegan, Illinois
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Gary Wayne Hakala

September 3, 1953 - January 22, 2026 (72 years old)

Waukegan, Illinois

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We are sad to announce that, on January 22, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Gary Wayne Hakala of Waukegan, Illinois. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Gary departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Gary may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Gary leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Wayne and Ruth Hakala. He is survived by: his sons, Eric and Ian Hakala; and his sister Kim Zeller (Rick). He is also survived by six loving grandchildren, 4 beautiful great grandchildren.

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January 30, 2026

Judith Stulginskas Tentes wrote a sympathy message

“Sending the family, my deepest sympathies for the loss of such a great person. I met Gary in high school and always thought he was one of the sweetest cutest boys I had met! I know he will be missed by many and I’m sure all the great memories he created will bring smiles to your Hearts through the years”

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