Gary Thomas Sirrine of Sebring, Florida passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026 at the age of 83. He was born on November 8, 1942 in Battle Creek, Michigan to Philip M Sirrine and Barbara J Sirrine. He is survived by his wife of 21 years Julie J Sirrine, his children David Sirrine, Daniel (Julie) Sirrine, Julie (Scott) Alpers, Janet Galvin, and Brian (Andrea) Cowles. He has 15 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Gloria (Gary) Switzer and Mary Ellen Darnell. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Philip and Barbara Sirrine and brother Rodney Sirrine. Gary graduated from Lakeview high school in 1961. Gary’s career involved different business ventures until retiring from Meijer. He was devoted to his family and friends. He found joy in golfing and being a Michigan sports fan. There will be a celebration of life in Greenville Michigan in the spring.
Arrangements entrusted to:
Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home
Sebring, Florida
www.stephensonnelsonfh.com
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4001 Sebring Parkway, Sebring, FL 33870

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