Gary Brecht, 69

Gary Brecht, 1961 graduate of Red Wing High School, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 20, at United Hospital in St Paul, Minn., following complications from routine surgery in Baldwin, Wis.

Memorial Celebration of Life Services will be held at "High Noon" on Saturday, June 30, at St. Bridget Catholic Church, 211 E. Division St., River Falls. Visitation will take place from 10 a.m.-12 noon. Immediately following memorial services, all who knew Gary are invited to attend a Celebration Cookout in his honor with Bacon Cheeseburgers, Brats, Hot Dogs, Chips and Salsa, Cheese Curds, and Cookies and Bars. This will be held at the park in Hammond behind the Holiday Station and Parkside Restaurant. Please bring your drink of choice, lawn chairs, and any yard games you would like to play! Come and share all of your favorite stories about Gary and come dressed in "GB" attire: Denim, cowboy boots, Harley, Packers, Brewers, etc...Anyone dressed in Viking or Twins attire will be subject to banter and "reserved" seating!