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Gary was born in 1956 in Brookline, Massachusetts to Marilyn Goldstein Markoff and Leon Fred Markoff. Gary graduated from Noble and Greenough School in Dedham, Massachusetts in 1974. He then attended Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut where he was a member of the PSI UPSILON fraternity and an avid football and tennis player. He graduated in 1978. After college, Gary worked for the brokerage firm of E. F. Hutton. In 1988, he followed his father's path to Morgan Stanley in Boston, Massachusetts. There, Gary became a Sr. Vice President Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager.
Gary was a loving and devoted son, brother and father. He is survived by his sisters, Wendy and Lori Markoff; and his three children, Aiden, age 20, Liam, age 17, and Natalie, age 13. He will be missed enormously by his family, friends and colleagues.
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Memories and Condolences
for GARY MARKOFF
Jennifer Gozlan
August 12, 2025
Dear Wendy and Lori and family,
Heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of your dear Gary.
Gary was such a vibrant person. I remember, your Dad hung the Rudyard Kipling poem "IF" in the family room. I understood that was an instruction manual for his son. I think Gary understood that too.
I'm wishing you much comfort and strength.
Rest easy, dear Gary.
Jenny Lanes Gozlan
Roger S. Frantz
December 18, 2024
I just found out about Gary's untimely death and I'm just beside myself. He was a loving and hardworking human being. What great friend and coworker and we shared a love of intuition, economics and the world has lost a great human being. If his sisters or someone from the family could call me, I'd greatly appreciate it. 858-414-6239
What a Ride!
Brad Heninger
August 4, 2024
Great memories with Gary Markoff.....hard to believe its been 2 years since our last round and 3 years since our repeat twilight championship.
Andrew Goldstein
August 3, 2024
Heart felt condolences to Gary's sisters and children. I am first cousin to Wendy. Lori and Gary. We grew up on opposite coasts, blood is blood and I'm so very sorry for his passing. I hope to meet his children some day. May his passing be for a blessing.
Owen Gallagher
April 21, 2024
I just found out or rather noticed Gary's passng. I kept Gary's technology working for a few years. We also had good conversations about the market and the potholes on the highway of life. I miss him.
Sue Jones
April 10, 2023
Hello family of Gary Markoff,
This is Sue Jones, who taught tennis with Gary at Farmington Field Club in the late 70s. Gary was a good friend, and just this minute I am reading of your loss. I am so so sorry! I remember how Gary made his family a lovely priority with his ongoing love and respect. What a shock for all of you.
Sue
Ruthie Wolnstein Chiger
January 25, 2023
I am sorry I am late in adding my condolences. I just found out today about Gary´s passing. I was so very sorry to hear this news. We grew up as next door neighbors and good friends. My sympathies to Wendy, Lori and his children.
Wendy Sue Markoff Nickelsberg
August 22, 2022
I love you my brother, Gary, more than anyone. I love you Gary, more than everyone. You are my heart and soul forever.
Jack & Joanne Fitzpatrick
August 19, 2022
Gary will be deeply missed. He was a great professional and most importantly was a great person. Rest In Peace.
Jennifer Beal (Norris)
August 15, 2022
I am so sorry for your family's tragic loss. I am thinking of you all and wishing there was something I could do to lesson your pain.
Carole Schumann Monette
August 15, 2022
I was sad to hear of Gary's passing. I spent time with Gary during his years in Boston when we both were beginning in our careers and did some self development programs together. I will remember him as a vibrant, feisty and fun friend.
Harry Elam
August 10, 2022
My deepest condolences go to the Markoff family. I was a classmate of Gary's back at Nobles. I will always remember and appreciate Gary's warmth, good spirit, great positive energy. I will keep Gary and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Gordon Shone
August 10, 2022
I knew Gary from Newton South High School. Alway a great person and with a smile that lit up a room. Early in our careers we would see each other from time to time as we worked in Boston´ financial district and he was always upbeat with a great personality. My thoughts are prayer are with your entire family - Gordon Shone
The Flanders Family
August 10, 2022
We were sorry to hear the sad news of Gary's passing. Gary was always welcoming to our son who is Aiden's friend and courteous towards us. Our son has many good memories of spending time with him. May his memory be eternal.
Sincerely,
David, Anastasia, Georgia, and Tim Flanders
Deborah Monosson
August 10, 2022
I am so sad to hear this... my deepest sympathies to Wendy, Lori and his children ....
Bari Jacobs
August 10, 2022
Dear Wendy, Lori, Natalie, Liam and Aiden, sending you my deepest sympathies, I am so sorry and sad for your loss. Please know I have you in my thoughts. Bari Jacobs
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