Gary L. Baring

Gary Leon “Tookey” Baring, age 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 15, 2021 in the comfort of his own home with his partner of 17 years, Georgia, by his side.

Gary was born July 8, 1946 in Omaha, Nebraska to Herman and Deloris (Ewing) Baring. He graduated from Tech High School in Des Moines. He went on to earn his degree from Drake University in 1976. Gary was a Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving on the USS Capricornus and the USS El Paso. He was a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He worked for United Airlines prior to his retirement.

He is survived by his partner, Georgia Parkey; brother, Herman Baring; step-brothers, Gilbert (Jane) Davis and George Davis; son, Gary Baring II; and many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Herman Baring and Deloris Davis; and step-son, Michael Butts.

There will be a memorial service on Friday, August 20, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Visitation will be held one hour prior.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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