Preceded by wife, Cindy; parents, John and Mildred; brothers, Jack and Michael.

Survived by children, Elaine Garbe, Theresa (Rex) Carlson, Adam (Dawn), Rachel Garbe (Alan Wilson) and Eric (Catherine); grandchildren, Lucas, Evan, Sloane, Gabriel, Micah, Liam, Addison, Ethan and Ian; brother, Ralph (Peggy); sister-in-law, Donna; many special friends.

Visitation Friday, 12/27, from 9-11 AM, at McNearney-Schmidt, 1220 3rd Ave. E., Shakopee, 952-445-2755; followed by Prayer Service at 11 AM. www.mcnearneyfuneralhome.com