Gary Norman Adkison, 68, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on June 3rd, 2022, following his courageous battle with cancer. Despite the bad days, Gary continued to smile and kept everyone laughing until the end. Gary was born in Madison, Wisconsin but his heart belonged 'up north' in the Merrill area. He enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling, doing DYI projects and spending time with family and cats Gizmo and Riley. Gary is survived by his wife Jean, son Rob (Denise) Hoffman, daughter Tracy (Travis) Thompson, grandchildren Colton, Mikhail, Robert John, Mackenzee, Gary, Kurtis, Jordan, Alyssa and their families. Gary is also survived by his mother Alyce Adkison, sister Linda (Hal) Netzloff, nephews Tim (Stacy) and Andy (Martha) and their families, mother-in-law Margaret Sense, brothers-in-law Michael and Scott Sense and family friend Cindy Sense. Gary was proceeded in death by his father Clifford and his grandparents. In accordance with Gary's wishes, a private family service will be held at Snow Hill Cemetery in the Town of Scott. Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting the family. You may view Gary's obituary and leave online condolences at MWCS.WS.