Gary Phillip Michaelsen

Gary Phillip Michaelsen obituary, Simi Valley, CA

Gary Phillip Michaelsen

Gary Michaelsen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Reardon Simi Valley Funeral Home - Simi Valley on Jan. 19, 2026.
Gary Phillip Michaelsen "Pops" was born November 24, 1960 in Gardena California to Deva and Larry Michaelsen. Gary and Barbie were married in 1981 and built a beautiful life together that lasted 44 and a half years.

Their son Chris married Courtney and they gave them the gift of a grandson named Logan. Logan gave Gary joy every day of his life. Gary's dad left us in 2021.

Gary is survived by his loving wife Barbie; son, Chris and his wife, Courtney; grandson, Logan; mother, Deva; sister, Diane; brother, Tim as well as 3 nephews and 2 nieces.

Gary worked for the Los Angeles Times for 17 years and worked for Rite Aid for 18 years. He lived his life authentically in every way. Gary fiercely loved his family and we will miss him every day.

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