Gary Wolf

Gary Duane Wolf, 79, of Colby, died Friday, March 8, 2019, at Hays Medical Center. He was born December 8, 1939, in Colby, KS, to Willard “Bus” and Alice (Weber) Wolf. On May 17, 1960, he married Alice M Garrett, in Levant, KS. Gary often looked for ways to make life better for his family, working as a mechanic, ranch hand, and farmer. He later became a successful entrepreneur, starting Wolf’s Irrigation and Repair in Rexford. He then designed and fabricated golf cart trailers and for 12 years owned and operated Lobo Retail Liquor in Colby. Gary enjoyed fishing, making frequent trips to surrounding lakes. He loved his dogs and horses. He was a founding member of the Colby Saddle and Bridle Club and served on the Thomas County Fair Board. The greatest loves of his life were his wife, kids and grandkids.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Alice, of the home; children, Brenda (Vic) Mazanec, of Colby; Orba Smith, of Selden and Justin (Amanda) Wolf, of Colby; brother Lloyd (Karen) Wolf, of Hutchinson; 9 grandchildren, Cole (Elizabeth) Mazanec, Raya (Aaron) Wagoner, Trent (Racquel) Mazanec, Lissa (Macy) Sexson, Ashley (Brett) Arnberger, Randi (Matthew) Smith, Drew (Kelly) Stevenson, Tinsley Wolf and Deegan Wolf; 12 great grandchildren and many nieces , nephews, and friends.

The funeral service is 2:00pm Friday, March 15, 2019 at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby with burial to follow in Beulah Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to CCC Endowment- Rodeo, in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For condolences or information visit www.baalmannmortuary.com