Gary E Titus

Gary E Titus obituary

Gary E Titus

Gary Titus Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brownlie & Maxwell Funeral Service & Crematory on Sep. 29, 2025.

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Gary E. Titus (83) of Palm Bay, Florida, entered into eternal rest on 9/27/25 peacefully, with his family by his side.

Born on May 2nd, 1942 in Rockville Centre, NY, Gary was the son of Arthur Titus and Dorothy Masterson. He was a resident of Great Neck and Patchogue. NY. He also resided in Wading River, and Barker, NY, and Satellite Beach, Florida.

Gary married Dorothea Dennis on July 15th, 1967. He and Dorothea had 3 Girls, who he nicknamed Pal, Princess, and Monster.

Gary was an English teacher for the Patchogue-Medford School District. He was known for his love of literature, which he shared with his students. He was a teacher to many, and he always exemplified patience and generosity.

Gary was a devoted husband, father, brother-in-law and grandfather.

Gary is survived by his spouse, Dorothea Dennis- Titus. His children, Stephanie Yancey (Nicholas Crutchley), Cynthia Hillman (Joseph Hillman), Jennifer Stadier ( Larry Stadier). He is also survived by his favorite Sister-in-Law, Christine Bronson (Robert Verheyn). Gary leaves behind several grandchildren including, Abigail Stadier-Lenihan (Jack Lenihan), Carly Hillman, Trent Hillman and Jorja Stadier.

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