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GARY GRUBBS Obituary

Gary L. Grubbs, 59, of Port Orange, Florida, went home to be with our Lord on June 15, 2012. A celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday June 26, 2012 at 7:00 P.M at Cardwell Funeral Home, 3571 S. Ridgewood Ave, Port Orange, FL 32129. Gary's family will receive guests one hour prior to the service. Gary was born on August 14, 1952 in Sarasota, Florida. Gary was well known for his expertise in boat building, automobile, and marine mechanics of any kind. Gary's big heart and generosity reached out to his family, friends, and all who knew him. He will be remembered by his two children; Robert Grubbs and Melanie (Chris) Tomlinson, both of Port Orange. Grandchildren; Christopher and Marlie Tomlinson. Mother; Freda Grubbs of Port Orange. Brother; Captain Tad (Susan) Grubbs of Marathon, Florida. Sister; Gwen McDowell of Port Orange. Nephew; Captain David (Lisa) Grubbs of Port Orange, children; Taylor and Allyson, nephew: Jason McDowell of Port Orange. Niece; Erin Martin of Mississippi, children; Sydney, and Millie. Donations may be made in Gary's honor to Hospice of Volusia Flagler. Arrangements are under the careful direction of Cardwell Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.lohmanfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Daytona Beach News-Journal on Jun. 19, 2012.

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Deborah Wallin

June 14, 2022

It is hard to believe that is has been 10 years. He was such a friendly person and a joy to be around. He is missed.

Connie McNamara

July 5, 2012

Gary was my first high school love, handsome, silly, funny and sweet. Though many years have passed, I have thought of him often. My sincere condolences go out to his family and friends for their untimely loss.

larry poucher

June 29, 2012

Gary and family will allways be in sandy and my prayers.HE is the brother i never had until i met gary some 50 yrs ago.Love you allways brother larry

Shannon Roe

June 28, 2012

Sad to say good bye to such an awesome friend and incredible man. It's been many years since I've seen Gary, but the memories are wonderful and funny. Rest in paradise my old friend.

Brenda Bitts

June 26, 2012

R.I.P. Gary. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Bill Morrison

June 25, 2012

Gary you and your family will be in our prayers. Always in our hearts

Kay Brown Matthews

June 25, 2012

Lots of great memories of his friendship. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all!

Darlene Hinton

June 25, 2012

Gary was a friend for many years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family . God bless you !

al pearson

June 24, 2012

Gray was one of the most helpful person I knew, I worked for him over the years and I will miss him! He was one of my friends and he is at true rest, I wish his children peace.

Capt. Bob Orrell

June 24, 2012

Gary worked for me back in his teenage years as a mate on the charter boat Miss Behavin II. A great guy and a great friend. He will be missed.

Constance Lynady Brzuska

June 24, 2012

Prayers and thoughts to Gary's family..He was my brother, Jack's friend. He was such a nice person. I heard lots of stories and they all were too funny. He always treated me like a little sister. God Bless you and yours.... Gone to soon.

Brenda Beyel

June 23, 2012

Gary was a good man, a great dad, and good friend. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him. I will never forget how much he loved my cuz and all the fun we had in the day...

Libby Sweitzer

June 20, 2012

When I think back to the good old days, Gary was a huge part of it.Friday night car racing,the inlet,the river,hanging out in his parents backyard while he worked on a motor. Rob and Mel, you both were the love and joy of his life. He was a trusted, caring, faithful, friend through many years. I will miss him.
May God Bless his family and friends.

June 20, 2012

The Grubbs, family were one of first families that my Parents met when my Father moved us here from Tenn., over, 40 years ago. I have fond memories of all the Grubbs family, we spent many weekends with them., Freda and Bill were especially kind to my Father when he was here by himself, until he could move the rest of the family. Gary had a huge heart and I actually think that I had a crush on him growing up! My heart goes out to the whole family, please know that my prayers are with you all.
Connie Cunningham-Hayes, Lake Helen,FL

Deb Brownfield

June 20, 2012

To my loving man Gary Grubbs, I will always treasure the good times we had together and most of all I want to thank you for giving us the most precious children we could ever ask for Rob & Mel they loved you so much you are and will always be my best friend Ive loved you from the time I saw you and always will everyone in heaven will have their cars and boats running you are the most giving man in the whole world without asking anything in return, I love you and miss you DEB (hot rod)

The Colombian Red Neck ~ sandy and the kids

June 19, 2012

~<3~ Gary welcomed us to his corner and then moved us into his Heart, A kinder more gentle man will never be~<3~ Our hearts and thoughts are with all Family and friends who along with us loved him so much....G'night Bad Guy we will see ya when we get there!

Mary & Earl Zukauskas/Grabowski

June 19, 2012

Above all we will miss our good friend, he is in a much better place now. Over the many years we have known him,in so many ways, he has always been giving as his whole family has been. I really think God needed his boat fixed! Who better! Take care Gary and say hello to my father and Beeper.

Vicky bowker

June 19, 2012

Gary will miss u love u

John & Laurie Cominse

June 19, 2012

If there was one plate of food left in this world,Gary would push it in front of you. That's what we remember and always will. In our hearts forever...

Pattie Maxwell

June 19, 2012

A very wise friend told me people come in to your life at different times for different reasons. Gary came in to my life and brought joy, laughter and love. He introduced me to my son's father and by doing that, gave me the greatest gift ever, my son. He truly was “the Best Man” and I treasure those memories. My sincere condolences and love to Freda and family.

Deborah Wallin

June 19, 2012

Even though I have not seen Gary for a while I will always remember his kind eyes and his big heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends. Deborah and Michael (mailman) Wallin

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