William Dallas

Gard

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Bill Gard on May 16, 2026, Bill was born to Dallas Gard & Ethel Rasmussen Gard in Eugene, Ore.  Besides his parents, he had two siblings-Carol Anne Gard & Steven Robert Gard (both are deceased}. After high school, Bill went to University of Oregon for two semesters [parties came before grades], He enlisted in the Marines.  After completing his tour of duty, he went back to the University of Oregon & graduated with a Degree in Math. His first job was at Pacific Maritime Assoc. in Portland, Ore   In the 1970"s, he moved to California. He worked for UTC & then, Hewlett Packard for 30 years... In 1975, Bill was introduced to Ann Schultz-She was a divorced mother of two sons, Stephen Schultz & Scott Schultz.  They were married in 1979.  He was a devoted husband to Ann & loved being a stepfather to Steve & Scott. If you knew Bill, you know that he was a prolific reader- He was also a connoisseur of fine wines & single malt scotch.  He loved playing bridge, riding motorcycles, walking his dogs, & trips with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Ann, his stepsons Steve (partner Alice Barton}, Scott {partner Joanne Pilosi}, grandchildren (Jessica Schultz, William Schultz, Joseph Schultz, great-granddaughter Sara Barton, devoted cousin, Tom Saunders, niece Cat Hubbard {husband Brad Hubbard} & Ann Fowler {partner to Carol Gard for 37 years} He was a gentle soul who was kind & loving He was devoted to his family. He will be missed by all....

Donations can be made in honor of Willam Dallas Gard to the American Cancer Society and to the SPCA of San Benito County.