Gary H Mircoff

Gary was, quite simply, the life of the party. In addition to humor, words of wisdom came freely to him to share with anyone who wanted them, as well as for plenty of people who didn’t. He took particular pride in his ability to make just about anyone laugh, from family and friends to even the most stern customer service representatives and nurses. Bringing a smile to someone’s face was one of Gary’s greatest gifts, and he never missed an opportunity to use it.

Gary proudly served his country in the United States Army, but among the many roles he held throughout his life, none meant more to him than husband, father, and grandfather.

He shared 56 years of marriage with the love of his life, Maria, including fond memories owning a bar in Puerto Rico, countless hockey and baseball games rooting for the Flyers and the Phillies and nurturing a menagerie of rescue animals together.

Gary's greatest joy was his children, Patrick, Kimberly (Eric), and Robyn (Mark); his godchildren, Jenny (Bill), Chris and Jason; and his four beloved grandchildren, Ryu, Emma, Eli, and Evan. He was immensely proud of his family, including his big brother Michael. The love he had for them was truly unmatched.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Beatrice and Leon Mircoff, and his firecracker sister, Janice “Kandi” Laurito.

Gary will be remembered for his larger than life personality, his devotion to his family, and his determination to make people laugh wherever he went. Those who loved him will continue telling his stories, repeating his words of wisdom, and, perhaps most fittingly, retelling his jokes.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 2 pm at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Altamonte Springs, Florida.

Gary leaves behind a family who loved him deeply and a legacy of laughter that will live on through them.