Michael Asa Ajay

Michael Asa Ajay obituary, Daytona Beach, FL

Michael Asa Ajay

Michael Ajay Obituary

Published by Legacy on Aug. 26, 2024.
Michael Asa Ajay, 84, of South Daytona, FL passed away on August 23, 2024. He was born on June 1, 1940 to parents Albert Asa Ajay and Sophie Nassra Ajay. Michael served in the U.S. Coast Guard and went on to be a Captain merchant marine. He was an accomplished entrepreneur in the oil industry and other businesses. Michael was a longtime member of the Ormond Beach Elks Lodge and Moose Club.
He is predeceased by his parents and siblings; Diana Abdo, Alberta Fregin, and Albert Ajay.
Survived by children Park Gardner and Kelly Ackerman (Kevin), nephew Albert Ajay, nieces Victoria Abdo Hill (Dennis), Diana Abdo Kimmel (Gary), and Denise Hamby (Michael). Grandchildren; Kevin Caccavale, Kyle Caccavale, Chad Shaughnessy, Robert Gardner, and 8 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Halifax Health Hospice in Michael's memory.
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