Gary L. Stemmen, 67, of Ottawa, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2026 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford.
Private graveside services will be held at Oakwood Memorial Park. Cremation rites have been entrusted to Ottawa Funeral Home.
Gary was born on February 10, 1959, in Ottawa, IL to Ansel and Geraldine (Helgevold) Stemmen. Gary worked as a welder for many years until his retirement.
Gary is survived by his sister, Linda Fuller; and his nephew, Michael Hollenbeck. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ansel and Geraldine; and a brother in infancy.
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Gary was laid to rest in the Garden of Tranquility at Oakwood Memorial Park.