Gary Lee Counter, 62, of Belle Plaine, IA passed away March 4, 2021 at Oldorf Hospice House, Hiawatha, IA due to cancer.

Gary was born March, 19, 1958 to George Counter and Ellen (Ostby) Counter Ericson in St Cloud, MN. Gary was an entrepreneur, he as an insurance sales agent, carpenter, realtor, he authored a children's book, was a newspaper columnist, DJ and a craftsman in woodworking.

Gary was a great cook, his family looked forward to the turkey, deviled eggs and homemade bread on the holidays. He loved Wild Cherry Pepsi, root beer floats, 60's music and old movies and TV shows.

He is survived by his children, Ben Counter, Adam Diskerud and Zoe Counter, Paul Barcomb and Janet Rose Schroeder; many grandchildren; siblings, Ken Gates, Audrey Cleppe and Bob (Deb) Diskerud; special nephew, Jeff Counter and many more family and friends.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Tom Diskerud; sister-in-law, Lynn Haldy Gates; and nephew, Brian Cleppe.

Memorial service will take place at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the family. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.neuhausfuneralservice.com .

Hrabak-Neuhaus Funeral Service is assisting the family.