Gordon Peter Gentling, age 81, passed away on February 22, 2012 at his home in Rochester.

Pete was born on July 22, 1930 to Gregory and Agnes Gentling in Rochester. He attended Pillsbury Military Academy and soon thereafter, joined the United States Navy. On January 3, 1953 he married Annie Elizabeth McNeal in Stewartville.  Pete and Annie raised their family in Rochester, while he had ownership in various local businesses including KROC-FM Radio Station. He was involved with the US Coastguard Auxiliary. He was member of the Ski-Patrol at Mt. Frontenac for over 30 years, ultimately becoming the director of the Ski-Patrol.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and going to the family cabin and boating on the Mississippi River.

He is survived by two sons, James G. (Ellen Namkoong) Gentling of Murphy, CA, Timothy J. (Julie) Gentling of Onsted, MI. a daughter, Jody Gentling Ash (Randy Ash) of Rochester, four grand-children, Jake Gentling, Sally Gentling, Nick Gentling, and Peter (Kaylynn) Ash, and two great-grandchildren, Ryland Ash and Connor Ash.

He is preceded in death by his wife Annie, brothers Alan, David and Phillip, and his parents.

A memorial service for Pete will be held at 3:00PM on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home officiated by Rev. Paul Nelson.  Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at Macken Funeral Home.

The family prefers memorials to Paws and Claws of Rochester.

Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com