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Gerald "Gary" N. Rooks
3.7.1932 - January 7, 2026

Place of Birth: Minot, North Dakota
Residence: Williston, North Dakota
Age: 93

Nikki Rooks (Berlin, Germany )
Jan 10, 2026

Grandfather, even though I have been far away, you were always close in my heart. I will carry your memory with me forever!
My thoughts, love, and prayers are with Grandma, Kim, Mike, and Garet. I wish you all strength, comfort, and peace during this painful time.

Tim Gaudreau (Casper, Wyoming)
Jan 10, 2026

To Mrs. Rooks, Kim and family I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Prayers going out to the Rooks family.

Sherry and Wayne Rodvold (Epping, Nd)
Jan 11, 2026

Marilyn and family, Sending our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy

C'Dale (Jenner McBride) Jore (Williston, ND)
Jan 12, 2026

A wonderful man and mentor at UND-W! With my sympathy, C'Dale (Jenner McBride) Jore

Maureen and Larry Laqua (Williston, ND)
Jan 13, 2026

So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. I enjoyed him as a teacher in high school and college. Great man, great teacher. Also enjoyed coffee hour at the ARC. R.I.P. Mr. Rooks

dale mischke (williston, nd)
Jan 13, 2026

prayers to you Kim and Mrs. Rooks. I would talk to Gary now and then as he farmed beside me

Mike Satterlee (Maricopa, AZ)
Jan 13, 2026

Marilyn and Kim,
Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a great teacher and a man always offering a smile and a laugh. His legacy travels forward with so many of us. May he rest in peace.

Zona Bjornson (Williston , ND )
Jan 14, 2026

Marilyn, I’m so sorry to hear about Gary. May God wrap his loving arms around you and your family during very difficult time, my thoughts & prayers are with you. Zona

Garet Rooks
Jan 30, 2026

I miss you Grandpa. You were such a great man, and mentor; even being the person who taught me how to ride a bike.

You and Grandma have always been there, and ill never forget your bear hugs. The world has a bit less light in it now.

I love you, forever and always
-Your Grandson

Wanda Barkie Benson (SIDNEY, MT)
Feb 5, 2026

I am sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He will be missed.