On October 23, 2019 Gary C Ekland passed away. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Diane, son Kirk (Trish), daughter Kimberly (Eric), and 4 grandchildren, Tanner, Hunter, Gabrielle and Brooke.

Gary was born on August 11, 1947. He graduated from Kent Meridian. He worked for Pacific Propeller for 43 years, retiring in 2015. Gary was a member of the Washington Midget Racing Association for 25 years.

A celebration of life will be held in January 2020.