Gary Lee Wolfe, 55

Gary Lee Wolfe passed away April 22, 2014, at his residence in Whitefish.

Gary was born in Whitefish on July 7, 1958, to Gerald and Joe Ann Wolfe. He attended Whitefish Schools.

In 1975 Gary joined the Army where he was stationed at Frankfurt, Germany, and earned his expert pistol marksmanship badge.

He loved animals and the outdoors where he spent much of his time hunting and fishing. Gary’s work was primarily in the building trade. He was artistic and enjoyed creating works with natural materials.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Joe Ann Wolfe.

He is survived by his son, Chad Wolfe, of Missoula; daughter, Michelle Wolfe, of Missoula; sisters, Norma Stidham of Kalispell, and Gale Birgensmith of Whitefish; two granddaughters, Meriah and Carmen of Missoula; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his family.

Cremation has taken place.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. May 4 at 23 Golden Eagle Lane, Kalispell.

Austin Funeral Home is caring for the family.