Michael G. Gunkel Jr.

Michael G. Gunkel Jr. obituary, Rochester, NY

Michael G. Gunkel Jr.

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New Comer Cremations and Funerals

2636 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626

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Michael Gunkel Jr. Obituary

Visit the New Comer Cremations & Funerals - Westside Location website to view the full obituary.

Suddenly, Monday December 1, 2025.

Predeceased by his son, Michael G. Gunkel III.

Survived by his daughters, Elizabeth Ruby and LeAnn Gunkel. Sister, Janevra Shelton. Mother, Deborah Rowe and Michael G. Gunkel Sr. Long time life partner, Estela Comas. The children's mother, Heather Gunkel. Many aunts, uncles, cousins and many close friends.

The family will receive friends 12-3pm Saturday December 13, 2025 at New Comer Cremations and Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Ave. (GREECE LOCATION). In lieu of flowers, friends may make contribution to The American Kidney Association in memory of Mike.

To leave the family a condolence or to sign the online guest book scroll to the bottom of the page.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

New Comer Cremations & Funerals - Westside Location

2636 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626

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Dec

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Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

New Comer Cremations and Funerals

2636 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626

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