Gary L. Gullquist

Gary L. Gullquist,77, of Manteno, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026, at his residence with his loved ones. He was born February 12, 1949, in Kankakee, a son of the late Walter and Myrtle (Emme) Gullquist. He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was wounded in action. For his sacrifice, he was awarded the Purple Heart. Gary worked for Armour Pharmaceutical (CSL Behring) where he retired in 2018 after 51 years. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Blackhawks, as well as Illini basketball. He also enjoyed bass fishing and deer hunting. During retirement, Gary enjoyed his new hobby of working on Legos. Most of all, he enjoyed being a Paw Paw and taking his granddaughters for Happy Meals. Gary is survived by his wife Debra Gullquist of Manteno; two daughters, Jill Gullquist of Bradley and Kaylee (Matt) Lynch of Manteno, 3 grandchildren; Sloan Lynch, Maeve Lynch, and an unborn grandson due in August; one brother, Carl "Duke" (Virginia) Gullquist of Milford and one sister-in-law, Sue Gullquist of Ashkum; not to be forgotten, his 4-legged buddy, Taze. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Bonnie Jean; two brothers Francis "Fran" and Kevin; and stepson, Justin Gholson. Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2026, from 9:30am until the funeral service at 11am at Brown-Jensen Funeral Home, Manteno. Burial will immediately follow at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.