Gary Nils Levander

Levander, Gary Nils MCFARLAND-Gary Nils Levander, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at his home. He was born on March 20th, 1952, in Madison, the son of Nils C. and Shirley J. Levander. Gary grew up in Monona and graduated from Monona Grove High School in 1970. He completed his carpentry apprenticeship at MATC and began working in the family business, Millvander's, ultimately taking over following his father's retirement. He bought acreage in Portage to enjoy life outside of the city, upon which he built his home, and Green Acres was established. Shortly after he lived there full time he began a new business endeavor by purchasing "The Wheel", restaurant/bar, which he owned for a number of years. He then returned to the Madison area as a Contractor Sales Account Manager for Menards until his retirement in January of 2015. Gary will be remembered for his time spent with family, his outgoing personality and his ability to make people laugh. He also enjoyed traveling, his love of classic cars, riding his Harley with friends, being a member of the Elks Club, an active Shriner, and always enjoyed a good cigar. Gary is survived by his children Eric (Sara) Levander of Portage, Jeffrey Levander of Waunakee and Rebecca Levander of Fitchburg; four grandchildren, Connor, Hailee, Nils and Isabella; one sister, Luana (Steve) Lochner of Fountain Hills, Ariz.; Uncle Rodney (Barb) Levander of Lafayette, Calif.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nils and Shirley;and his maternal and paternal grandparents. "For those of us who loved you so dearly, you can never die" A memorial gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., on Tuesday, June 16, 2015. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420