Gary Iverson

Gary Obert Iverson

Began his next journey on November 14, 2022. Gary was born July 24, 1958 the oldest son of Obert and Patty (Bailey) Iverson. Gary graduated from Black River Falls High School in 1976.

After High School Gary worked at Nelson Mufflers and Arrowhead Lodge. In 1995 He began his career as a Correctional Officer for the Wisconsin Department of Corrections retiring in 2015 from Jackson Correctional Institution.

Those who knew Gary know he was a man of few words, an avid golfer, and a dedicated sports official.

If Gary wasn’t at home, working, or with family he could be found on a field, court, or diamond officiating the sports he loved. When He wasn’t officiating, he could be found in the stands cheering on his granddaughters, nieces and nephews.

Gary is preceded in death by his Father Obert Iverson and brother-in-law Michael Stensven.

Gary is survived by his mother Patty Iverson; his twin daughters Rebecca (Brad) Sexton and Ramona (Casey) Petersen; his granddaughters: Nora, Alida and Bailey; brothers Gene (Pam) Iverson, Gordy (Kelly) Iverson; and his sister Sandra Stensven.

Gary will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be given to Jackson County Little League, Lincoln Youth Athletic Association, or Cross of Christ Cougar Athletic Association.

Lastly the family encourages you to become an official of youth sports.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday December 3, 2022 from 1:00-5:00PM at Skyline Golf Course Black River Falls, WI. There will be a service at 1:30PM. As Gary was an avid sports fan please come dressed in your favorite sports apparel.