Gary L. Sokness, 75, of Washington, D.C. passed away October 13, 2018 at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C.

Gary was born December 11, 1942 in Fargo, ND the son of Levi and Marie (Correll) Sokness. He grew up in Grand Forks, ND and graduated from Grand Forks Central High School in 1960. He graduated from the University of North Dakota with a degree in Business Administration and was active in ROTC.

Gary entered the US Army in 1965 and had many tours of duty throughout Europe, Asia as well as the United States where he served as aide-de-camp to General Omar Bradley. During his military career, he was awarded the Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Service Metal, Legion of Merit, and citations for distinguished service to the intelligence community. He retired November 1, 1988 with the rank of Colonel.

After his military retirement, Gary worked as a financial adviser for Janney, Montgomery, Scott in Washington, D.C. until his retirement in 2012.

He is survived by a sister Janet (Larry) Eickman of Grand Forks, 3 nephews: Jeff (Dawn), John (Kara) both of Grand Forks, and Tim (Kris) of Brooklyn Park, MN; an uncle, Lloyd (Beverly) Correll of Moorhead, MN, several cousins and special friend, Stephan Shriver.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Inurnment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery.