Gary Allen Marsh

He married Kerri Marsh and they lived together in Salinas ,California until 1987. Together they raised 2 children Paul Marsh (Eve Marsh) and Ashley Cherafat (Ramin Cherafat). He is also survived by 7 grandchildren Ben Marsh, Wil Marsh, Alex Citron, Josh Citron, Marina Cherafat, Sophia Cherafat and Hudson Cherafat. Gary also left behind his significant other, Linda McMinimy.

Gary graduated from Salinas High School in California, attended Hartnell College and served his country in the United States Army. Gary spent 60+ years of his life in California, a short time in beautiful Hawaii and then moved to Kansas 11 years ago to be with his kids and grandkids. He enjoyed all aspects of life and had that entrepreneurial spirit all through his career , from a farmer to owning his own businesses. He was one who walked his own path.

His happiness was the outdoors, music, fashion, cars, golf, his 3 dogs and his grandkids. Gary grew up passionate about California and all the surroundings. Gary met Linda McMinimy here in Kansas and spent many years enjoying each other's company and family. The last few years of his life he battled Parkinson's Disease and strokes which he fought until the end. He will be remembered as a loving dad , papa and the life of the party.