Gary D. Stetzer, 73, of Trempealeau, Wis., died Aug. 7, 2015, at Mayo Clinic Health System, La Crosse.

Born June 9, 1942, to Goodwin and Arlene Stetzer, he married Anita Curry Sept. 5, 1970. Despite being stricken with polio at age 13, Gary graduated from Healy Memorial High School and went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Luther College, Decorah, Iowa. He later received his master’s degree in business from the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire. He taught accounting and business at Western Wisconsin Technical Institute for 18 years, during which time he established his accounting practice. Stetzer Accounting Service celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2015.

Gary was predeceased by his parents; and one brother-in-law, Duane Bothe.

He is survived by his wife, Anita (Curry) Stetzer; three sons, Gregory (Stacey) of La Crosse, Grant (Carla) of Trempealeau, and Geoffrey (Rebecca) of Trempealeau; as well as a sister, Maxine Bothe of Galesville. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Brittni and Tracey Smith, Rubie, Blaze and Magnum Stetzer, and Ava Stetzer; along with several nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Mayo Clinic Health System for their wonderful care, and also special appreciation to John and Cory Bork for their compassionate care and many kindnesses.

Funeral services were Aug. 11, 2015, at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Trempealeau. The Rev. Dana Jackson officiated. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Centerville.

Online condolences may be made at www.blaschkeschneider.com.