Gary Hosbein

December 23rd, 1943 - April 12th, 2023

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Dear Barb and family,
Bob and I, along with my parents and all of my sisters, as well as my high school basketball team were so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was an amazing human being who brought joy to everyone around him. His smile would light up a room.
I was honored to first get to know Gary as an LMC basketball coach. He was always so positive and encouraging. He made the game even more fun to play.
He will be greatly missed by our whole community. I am certain that heaven is a brighter, happier place with him there. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Sending you all much love and hugs.

Trish & Bob Salvano

April 17th, 2023 at 4:30pm

Dear Barb and Family,
Leslie and I are so sorry for your loss. Gary's passing is also a loss for the whole community. We didn't often cross paths legally, but when we did it was a pleasure to work with a true gentlemen. When we met casually he always had a good word. Our daughters knew each other well. That is how I knew he was good father. Our town and legal community are lesser for the loss of Gary. With deepest sympathies, Mark & Leslie Miller

Mark Miller

April 17th, 2023 at 3:12pm

Thank you, Gary, for the friendship we shared for 62 years. My life was made much richer for your part in it. The angels in heaven are in for a big treat with your arrival!

Bob Zielsdorf

April 16th, 2023 at 11:58am

If I had to name the top 10 people in my life who I’ve been blessed to call my friend, Gary would definitely be on my list. Our friendship began in 1973 when I started working at his law firm. It didn’t take long to realize what a gem of a person he was … kind, generous, compassionate, and oh so much fun to be around. Oftentimes, he extended office hours across the street to The Cove for a couple drinks where his joke telling, quick wit and big laugh came into play. My heart has been so heavy since I learned of Gary’s passing. He was such a wonderful friend who I truly loved. My deepest sympathies to Barb, his children, grandchildren and all who loved him deeply. He was one of a kind and will be missed.

Lynn Basselman

April 15th, 2023 at 9:05am

Dear Barb, Gordon and Girls—I was so sorry to learn of Gary’s passing. When I arrived in the Twin Cities to start practicing he had already been at it for several months and he “showed me the ropes” and how to get around in the courthouse. He was my mentor and we used to go to court together in his Ford Torino. I am fortunate to have worked with him.
I won’t be able to attend the service because I will be out of town. We all lost a great guy.