Whipple, Gary D. age 71 of Blaine passed away January 4, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents Millie & Dewey and his sister Janet. Surviving are his wife Joanne, children: Larry Amundson, Jennifer (Tony) Kusske, and Ryan (Nissa) Whipple and four grandchildren. He was an educator and coach in the St. Paul Public Schools for 35 years. He grew up in northern Minnesota on Lake Kabetogama with a passion for the outdoors. A celebration of life will be held 2 PM Sunday January 10, 2021 at Gearhart Funeral Home 11275 Foley Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN with visitation one hour prior beginning at 1 PM. Services will be live streamed at https://www.facebook.com/Gearhart-Funeral-Home-161674110524345