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Donald V “Don” Gant

Birth	:	4 Nov 1929 Akron, Plymouth County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	14 Mar 2015 Green Valley, Pima County, Arizona, USA
Burial	:	Saint Patricks Cemetery, Akron, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.8232300, -96.5374800
Description	:	Donald V. Gant was called home to the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at the age of 85. Don was born in Akron, Iowa, on Nov. 4, 1929, to Steve and Ella Gant. He attended school in Akron and married his high school sweetheart, Sally Amundson, in 1948. The Gants' first home was on a farm outside of Akron. In 1952, when Don began to work for Investor's Diversified Services (IDS), the family moved to Beresford, S.D. Don was promoted to district manager with IDS, so the family moved to Algona, Iowa, in 1962 and when he was... Read More	Donald V. Gant was called home to the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at the age of 85. Don was born in Akron, Iowa, on Nov. 4, 1929, to Steve and Ella Gant. He attended school in Akron and married his high school sweetheart, Sally Amundson, in 1948. The Gants' first home was on a farm outside of Akron. In 1952, when Don began to work for Investor's Diversified Services (IDS), the family moved to Beresford, S.D. Don was promoted to district manager with IDS, so the family moved to Algona, Iowa, in 1962 and when he was promoted to divisional manager in 1966 they settled in Madison, Wis. After retirement, Don and Sally made several trips to Green Valley, Ariz., in their motor home and fell in love with this desert community so made it their permanent residence in 1991. Don loved getting to know people and could easily start up a conversation with anyone close by. He loved to tell jokes as well as interesting stories of his many life adventures. He had strong leadership skills and was well known for the phrase, "Attitude is more important than ability". He put these qualities to good use contributing to his community as a member of Knights of Columbus, Lion's Club, and the Elk's. Donald and Sally enjoyed golfing, playing cards and many activities at the Green Valley Country Club. Their social life was soon filled with wonderful people who became their lifelong friends. This community has brought so much happiness to Don and Sally, the family wishes to thank all who have touched their lives. Don is survived by his beloved wife, Sally Gant; their five children, Linda Ada, Terry Gant (Sue), Galen Gant, Donna Gant McGrath, and Steve Gant (Kim); as well as eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; his brothers, Jerry Gant and Chuck Gant; and sister, Carol Gant Baldes (Al). He was preceded in death by his father, Steve Gant; his mother, Ella (Lamoureux) Gant; his sister, Mary Ellen Gant; infant brother, James Milton Gant; grandson, Joseph "Corey" Ada; son-in-law, Terrence McGrath; and sister-in-law, Arlys (Amundson) Gant. A Funeral Mass is planned for Thursday, March 26, 2015, at 10 a.m., at OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CHURCH in Green Valley, Ariz. The family invites you to join them for lunch after the service in the Holy Family Center. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Don's name to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.

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Where is Donald V “Don” Gant's memorial?
Donald V “Don” Gant's memorial is located at: Saint Patricks Cemetery, Akron, Plymouth County, USA.
When did Donald V “Don” Gant death?
Donald V “Don” Gant death on 14 Mar 2015 in Green Valley, Pima County, Arizona, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Donald V “Don” Gant's memorial?
Latitude: 42.8232300
Longitude: -96.5374800

Family Members:

Parent

Stephen Andrew “Steve” Gant

(1894 - 1969)

Ella Ernestine Lamoureux Gant

(1907 - 1990)

Spouse

Salma Jean “Sally” Amundson Gant

(1929 - 2021)

Siblings

Mary Ellen Gant

(1931 - 1944)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Patricks Cemetery
Akron, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8232300, -96.5374800

2. Riverside Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8367004, -96.5453033

3. Gores Bluff Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8035069, -96.6260468

4. Mount Hope Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8885994, -96.5667038

5. Union Creek Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8911018, -96.5863037

6. Westfield Township Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7510986, -96.5914001

7. Richland Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7682991, -96.6624985

8. Mills Family Cemetery
Westfield, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7188460, -96.6019280

9. Saint Johns Lutheran Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8372000, -96.3799000

10. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8741000, -96.6876000

11. Pleasant Valley Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7494011, -96.4005966

12. Big Springs Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.9379000, -96.6090000

13. First Brule Creek Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7943993, -96.7069016

14. Old Big Springs Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.9455986, -96.5868988

15. Saint Paul Cemetery
Elk Point, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7641983, -96.7061005

16. Union County Poor Farm Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7649210, -96.7077580

17. Pleasant Hill Cemetery Old
Spink, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8588462, -96.7215592

18. Brule Creek Cemetery
Spink Township, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8346510, -96.7324350

19. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Johnson Township, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7416992, -96.3707962

20. Plymouth Presbyterian Cemetery
Brunsville, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8208760, -96.3318410

21. Ahlsborg Lutheran Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8228000, -96.7612000

22. Nora Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9314003, -96.7061005

23. Saint Paul Lutheran Cemetery
Adaville, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7484000, -96.3315000

24. Saint Johns Cemetery
Craig, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8939018, -96.3225021