Gary Lee Vanora

Gary Vanora’s life adventure of 77 years came to a peaceful end Thursday, February, 23, 2017.

Gary was born October 11, 1939 in Des Moines to Frank and Mabel Vanora. He was a graduate of Tech High School. Gary retired from Titan Tire and was a member and Steward of United Steelworkers Local Union #164L.

He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, camping, sport shooting, motorcycles and boating. Gary also had a passion for buying and selling used cars, he had the ability to find the best deals.

Gary is survived by his wife, Ann; daughters, Dawn Mefferd and Vicki (Steve) Sallman; granddaughters, Lindsay Sly, Sarah and Sally Sallman; great-grandson, Hayden Sly; mother of his children, Shirley Tuttle.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

According to Gary’s wishes, there will be a celebration of his life, this spring at Jester Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to NARFE, National Active Retired Federal Employees, for Alzheimer’s research (sent to 605 Lyon Street Des Moines, Iowa 50309) or United Steelworkers Strike and Defense Fund (sent to 60 Blvd. of the Allies, Pittsburgh PA 15222).

Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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