Semmel, Gary K., Sr. Passed away on March 19, 2020. He was a resident of Anoka for 47 years; Gary was 77 years young. His family was at his side. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Joyce; children, Tina, Laura and husband Dennis, Gary Jr. and wife Amy, Keith and brother Ken. He had 2 extra children, Mike Gray and Jenny Janson. He leaves behind 8 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 3 great, great grandchildren. He is preceded by his parents Kenneth and Marguerite. Gary was a devoted member of the New Beginnings Church of Anoka. He served on the utility board for Anoka for 39 years, some as chairman. He is a life member of the Sons of the American Legion. He served as detachment com-mander for two terms. His family finds comfort that he is now in heaven and no longer in pain. Their will be a celebration of life at a later date. Memorials preferred to the family.