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Gail Floyd Fluty

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On April 10th 2017, Gail Fluty, age 91, went to be with our Father in Heaven. His son Mike continually assured Gail that the bass will now be able to swim and relax knowing that Gail won’t be there to catch them.

Gail was born in York Nebraska, with a golf club in one hand and a fishing pole in the other.  He was a sports enthusiast, he competed in basketball, track, football, and loved the old pool halls.  Once out of High School he served in the US Navy aboard the USS Bundy where he was assigned as a Loader on a 5”gun.  Gail sailed the South Pacific while serving his country during WWII.  Gail was proud of his service and what the experience taught him.

Gail will be remembered as someone who was an excellent role model as a father. Gail loved being a father more than anything, Gail’s quick wit and his personality made him so fun and easy to love.  Never knowing what Gail was going to do or say next made being around him quite the adventure.  On one occasions upon arrival at his house he was seen stalking moles around pine trees, holding a shot gun, wearing an oversized fishing hat, polyester pants, suspenders over a loud salmon shirt, yelling the “traps are not working!! “

Gail had a strong sense in paying your debts, taking responsibility both good and bad, laughing every day, and always at the grocery store looking for someone that needed you to buy their groceries.  We ask that while shopping, in honor of Gail, donate something to somebody and always be kind.

Gail was preceded in Death by the love of his life, Bernice Fluty, a daughter, Susan Fluty, Mother and Father Charles and Verna Fluty.

Gail is survived by his Sister Barbra (Chart) Yeoman, favorite son and daughter in law, Mike and Reggie Fluty.  Combined Grandchildren: Chris (Nellie) Fluty, Jamie (Joey) Purcell. Tashina (Tyrel) Lemons,  Cassidy (Jake) Ohnstad and Danielle Prahl.  Great grandchildren are :Selina and Ryia Fluty, Calen Putman, Dakota Purcell,  Kaden York, Benjamin Ohnstad, Killian Lemons.  Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Private Services to be held in Honor of Gail’s request.

The family would like to thank the VA in Cheyenne the Hospice section, the Amazing Nurses and CNA’s that took care of Gail with compassion, and the men he made friends with, thank you for making his journey just a little easier.

 

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#1 Comment By Debbie Pickett On April 12, 2017 @ 11:19 am

Mike and family, I am so truly sorry for your loss. Your dad certainly was one of the good guys. Everytime I ran into him he was always bigger than life. Probably already up in heaven with a 9-iron, I hope my dad is showing him the way. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

#2 Comment By Don Barnes On April 12, 2017 @ 11:58 am

Gail was a very good man that had a tremendous impact on my life. I am praying for the family. Mike and Reggie, if you need anything all you need to do is ask.

#3 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:34 pm

Thank Don! Mike and Reggie Fluty

#4 Comment By Colleen otte jacobs On April 12, 2017 @ 3:02 pm

Mike sorry for your loss your dad was a amazing man with a heart of gold. Your in my prayers

#5 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:33 pm

Thanks so much Mary! Mike and Reggie Fluty

#6 Comment By Mary Anderson On April 12, 2017 @ 6:14 pm

Mike and Reggie I am so sorry for your loss. I so enjoyed going out and fixing him a meal while you were away. His stories were so fun and enterainging. Your in my thought and prayers
Love Mary and Dave Anderson

#7 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:33 pm

Thanks so much Mary! Mike and Reggie Fluty

#8 Comment By Tammy Bartlett On April 13, 2017 @ 7:33 am

Fishing with Chart and Gail was a blast….. spent many days on Lake Powell and Mead laughing and catching fish with those guys….. Fun learning experience!! One of my good memories was Bernice’s mexican corn bread…… WOW. I do miss those days…… RIP Gail, you were a genuinely wonderful person that I’m glad I had the pleasure of knowing all those years ago…… Tammy Bartlett

#9 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:31 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#10 Comment By Steve Amrine On April 13, 2017 @ 10:11 am

Mike and Reggie, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

#11 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:30 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#12 Comment By Penni Malody On April 13, 2017 @ 1:18 pm

Mike and Reggie, So very sorry to hear about Gail’s passing. He was one of a kind!

#13 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:28 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#14 Comment By Ryan Fulton On April 13, 2017 @ 1:36 pm

Mike, Reggie and Family…..I go back to 1966 with your family. You were blessed to have a father like Gale and for so many years. The world is no doubt a better place because of him. Ryan Fulton

#15 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:27 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#16 Comment By Tom Moore On April 13, 2017 @ 8:14 pm

Gail & Family…So sorry to learn of Gail’s passing. He was a classmate at LHS and I smile when I remember those good days.
He was a special guy and he will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family. Tom Moore

#17 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:26 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#18 Comment By Roby Rachel Flores and family On April 14, 2017 @ 5:50 am

Mike , Reggie, Chris and Jamie and family.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the Lord Comfort you in this tme.

#19 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:25 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#20 Comment By Rick Gaines On April 14, 2017 @ 8:03 am

Mike and family, I an sorry for your loss. Gail was a true friend and he will always be in my thoughts.

#21 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:23 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#22 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:23 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#23 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 12:23 pm

Thank you so much, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#24 Comment By Carol (Hartman) Schwartz On April 14, 2017 @ 3:35 pm

Mike and Family, I am sorry to hear that Gail has passed. The last time we saw him was down at the Elk’s having dinner quite some time ago. He of course, had a big smile on his face and something humorous to say, which was his way. I always appreciated the friendship our parents had in earlier years and remember your parents so fondly; they were wonderful people.

#25 Comment By Mysty Stricklin On April 14, 2017 @ 4:55 pm

I loved the short time I had the pleasure of taking care of Gail. I enjoyed the nights I got to sit and enjoy a meal with him and of course we had to have a cookie or two and a glass of milk.

#26 Comment By Cindy Bigelow On April 15, 2017 @ 9:56 am

Sending love & condolences to you and the entire family. What a legacy of love and joy he leaves with you. May you find peace in the countless memories of wonderful days spent with him.

#27 Comment By Anonymous On April 18, 2017 @ 4:52 pm

Thank you for your kind words, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#28 Comment By Anonymous On April 15, 2017 @ 2:20 pm

I will sure miss Gail. Mike have to tell you something funny, that happened many years ago. My mom ran the bowling alley snack bar, your dad got things to eat, gave my mom a check, will the bank sent back the check to my mom.He signed it You Got Stuck, in the same manner he wrote he’s name. So Funny!! I enjoyed working for your folks at the Frostop Drive-In. My thoughts are with all of you.

#29 Comment By Anonymous On April 18, 2017 @ 4:50 pm

That is a great story, than you for sharing, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#30 Comment By Lenny Dunivent On April 17, 2017 @ 8:19 am

Mike and Family.. Very Sorry For Your Loss.. From The Dunivents

#31 Comment By Anonymous On April 18, 2017 @ 4:49 pm

So kind thank you, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#32 Comment By Anonymous On April 17, 2017 @ 10:58 am

There has been a threesome in Heaven waiting for 4th to show up. Dick, Dorothy and your mom have finally got their 4th. Your Dad was a great man. He was the first to my moms house in Mesa when he found out my Dad had passed. There truly is a happy reunion in heaven. FOUR!!!

Jeff Foster

#33 Comment By Anonymous On April 18, 2017 @ 4:48 pm

Thanks so much for your kind words, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#34 Comment By Anonymous On April 17, 2017 @ 1:30 pm

May or Lord give you strength in love in this horrible time of your loss our thoughts and prayers will always be with you Elaine Romero and the Romero family

#35 Comment By Anonymous On April 18, 2017 @ 4:47 pm

ThAnk you so much for your kind words, Mike and Reggie Fluty

#36 Comment By Trudy Schoonover On April 19, 2017 @ 4:11 pm

Oh Mikey, I just found out. Gail was our “adopted” second dad and your mom as well. I will always remember his deep laugh, the antics with the salamander races, the picnics, his killer sense of humor, and his loving and open door policy to all of us Malody kids. What a great and generous man. My heartfelt condolences to all of your remaining family. He will be missed by many.