Gary F. Thiele, age 76 of Brookfield, passed away on Monday, December 15th surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Hanne Britt (Slaatta) Thiele. Gary was born on July 16, 1938 in Monona, Iowa to the late Francis and Evelyn Thiele. After graduating from Iowa State University in 1960, he entered the U.S. Navy and flew fighters for over 25 years, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross for actions in Vietnam. Following six years of active service in the Navy, Gary transitioned to the airlines for 25 years and corporate flying for another 20. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his brother Barton, son Kristian, daughter-in-law Lesli, daughter Gabriella, son-in-law Pepper, and five grandchildren: Kaia, Alexandra, Kristian, Jackson, and Siena.
View Full Notice → Gary F. Thiele – July 16, 1938 – December 15, 2014