Gary L. Beardsley, 64, of Minnesota City, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at his son's home in Ridgeway. He was born on July 15, 1953 to Lester and Clara (Malenke). Gary married Gale Jandt and they later divorced. More recently Gary worked for Fastenal. Previously he worked for Sugarloaf, Goodson's, and ran his own trucking company. He enjoyed stock car racing and repairing engines with his son, tinkering in the garage, going for Sunday drives and spending time visiting with friends.
Gary is survived by his son, Mike (Heather) Beardsley; grandson, Cooper; siblings, Carol Beardsley and Steven (Judy) Beardsley; nieces and nephews, Lester and MaryBeth Beardsley and Sara (Michael) Hayter; and a great-niece, Kylynne. He is preceded in death by his parents and an infant daughter. A Memorial Service will be held at 6 p.m., Friday, March 23, 2018 at Hoff Celebration of Life Center, Goodview, led by Funeral Celebrant Jodi Heim. Visitation will be from 4 p.m., until the time of the service. Please leave a memory of Gary and view his video tribute when it becomes available at
www.hofffuneral.com. Hoff Celebration of Life Center is assisting the family with arrangements.