Gary Scharf

April 5, 1959 - December 5, 2007

Gary Scharf, age 48, of Lincoln, NE formally of Curtis, NE died on Dec. 5, 2007 in Omaha, NE.

Devoted father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Charismatic and adventurous, he lived his life with humor, love and compassion.

Survived by beloved son, Steve of Lincoln; parents John and Doris of Curtis; sister Deb of Omaha; brother John (Barbara) of Curtis, Bob (Gayle) of Gretna; nieces Kristin, Stephanie, Nichole and Kacie; nephews Kevin and Will and loyal dog, Red, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by son Scott; grandparents Walter & Goldine Kendle and Adam & Beatrice Scharf.

After graduating from Medicine Valley High School, he attended the University of Nebraska where he received his degree in Agricultural Economics. Gary stayed very close to his farm roots; he had a passion for agriculture and was an avid animal lover. He worked his entire career in agri-business and regularly went back to help on the farm. Though his job was very demanding and required a great deal of travel, he could always be counted on to find time to work supporting the family farm in his schedule. Gary was also very active in working with youth. He has served as a trustee on the Nebraska FFA foundation and was actively involved in the selection of the Nebraska State FFA Officers. Gary had a successful career as a sales manager in the ag chemical industry.

Visitation will be Saturday, December 8 from 2-5pm at the John A. Gentleman Mortuaries at 14151 Pacific St. in Omaha.

Memorial Services will be held on Monday, December 10, 2:00 p.m. Curtis United Methodist Church with Rev. Kevin Burkhardt officiating.

Memorials may be directed to the Teammates Program

Arrangements are being handled by John A. Gentleman Mortuaries of Omaha and Blase-Wetzel-Strauser Memorial Chapel of Curtis.

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