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1950
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2024
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Gary Gaia Obituary
Mike was an avid golfer that played many of the courses throughout the city and he lived in Hilton Head, SC for several years and played all the courses on the Island. He loved being outside in the sunshine and playing golf.
Mike is survived by his two children Angela Elizabeth and Gary Michael Jr., his grandson Cole Britt, as well as his sister Madeline Geiger (Stewart), sister-in-law Patti Gaia, aunt Vivian Pope, his niece and nephews and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Mary Gaia and brothers Jack, Dan, Andy and Tim.
A special thanks to his caregivers at Skelton Personal Care Home in Mathiston, MS and to EnHabit Hospice.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St Jude Children's Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee or the charity of your choice.
A graveside service will be held Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 2:00pm at Forest Hill Cemetery, 1661 Elvis PresleyBlvd, Memphis, Tennessee.
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Joe Vannucci
February 5, 2024
Mike was a great fiend in high school,in 1972 he took our wedding pictures did a great job,haven´t seen him in a long time, always in our thoughts,he will be missed!!
Patricia Gaia
February 5, 2024
Mike loved his Family , Golf
God and
Chocolate Pie
Rest in Peace
You will be missed my brother.
Patricia Gaia
February 5, 2024
Mike you will be missed dear brother. Your love of golf and life itself. Not mention
Chocolate Pie Rest in Peace.
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