Gary Furniss

November 08, 1950 - July 03, 2026

Obituary

Gary James Furniss, age 75, a lifelong resident of Monroe, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at his home on July 3, 2026. He was born on November 8, 1950, in Monroe, he was the son of the late James and Vivian (Simonson) Furniss.

Gary was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and an alumnus of Lodi High School. He cherished his time serving our country and carried the discipline and dedication of his military service throughout his life. A passionate Wisconsin sports enthusiast, Gary was a supporter of the Badgers, Packers, and Brewers. He also enjoyed attending car shows and had a great love for the outdoors, spending many happy hours hiking and biking, particularly around the scenic beauty of Devil’s Lake.

Although he never married, Gary was surrounded by a close-knit circle of family who held him dear. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Hellwig of Pembroke, Georgia; his nieces Tammy (Jason McNamara) Noble, Angie (Bruce) Bailey, and Wendy (Jim) Yanke; his nephews Alan Engebretson and Mark (Sue) Noble; as well as numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Susan Noble and brothers, twins Teddy and Terry “Bear” Furniss, as well as his parents.

Gary's warmth, dedication to family, and love of nature will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.

A graveside service will be held Friday, July 10, 2026, 11:00 A.M. at East Wiota Lutheran Church in rural Wiota, WI. The Erickson Funeral Home in Argyle is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com.

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Graveside Service

Fri Jul 10, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

East Wiota Cemetery

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Pamela Alexander

Friend • 7 days ago

I enjoyed Gary’s company very much. He was such a caring person and would always sit and chat with you. I knew his sister, Susan Noble well. I also for a long time babysat his nieces and nephew in Gratiot. I went with Sue several times to her family’s in Lodi. Gary will be missed very much by all that knew him. R.I.P. Gary. So glad suffering no more.

Dorothy Seffrood

Friend • 9 days ago

Such a nice man, always a smile, always offering a hug and always came to the potlucks we had. Gary loved being around people and telling stories from the past (I used to babysit his nieces Tammy and Wendy in Gratiot) so we had that connection too. I’m glad to have known him for himself and I loved that. Sure gonna miss that guy, but I’ll always have the memories tucked in my heart. Rest in peace dear Gary I’ll come visit you in west Wiota from time to time.

Bonnie Gedmin

Friend • 10 days ago

Just wanted to say Gary was a good friend of mine. He was so upset that he couldn’t make it to Bob and Mary’s celebration of life. Gary used to say the fun he had growing up woo my brother- in law Bob. Now you can be causing more memories together.