Gary Bianchi

On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, Gary L. Bianchi went Home to spend eternity with his mother Linda, father Giulio, two brothers, Angelo and David, and all of his in-laws, mother-in-law Emily, father-in-law Oren, sister-in-law Deb and brother-in-law Dave.

Born in Des Moines, Gary was a true, south-side Italian who never hesitated to give his opinion to anyone and everyone on anything and everything. After graduating from Dowling High School, Gary joined the army. He served in the reserves and eventually retired from the Department of the Army (Fort Des Moines) as a Mechanical Engineer.

He was an avid golfer who loved to spend time at Blank Golf Course with his buddies. He also loved watching western movies & tv shows. Gary especially enjoyed family time in Knoxville at the raceway and watching all of his grandchildren’s sports & activities.

Gary enjoyed researching holistic living and healing, and his great love for animals is the reason that we ask all donations made in his name be sent to AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and Transport or the Animal Rescue League of Iowa.

Gary is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Karen; sons, Jeffrey (Shari) and Joseph (Paula) Bianchi; grandchildren, Taylor (Summer), Zach, Jacob, Nick, and Aubrey and a host of extended family and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 210 S. Wesley Street in Indianola. The family will greet friends from 10 am to 11 am at the church. Gary will be laid to rest with military honors at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 7601 Fleur Dr. in Des Moines. Following the committal service, you are invited to join in a celebration of life for Gary at Blank Golf Course.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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