Michael Gaynor 35, passed away Saturday March 31 at his home in Dittmer, Missouri. Mike was born on June 16, 1982 in St. Louis to Shari Willard (Tom), and Wesley Gaynor. Along with his parents, he is survived by his sister Jessica, brothers Matt and John, brother from another mother Andy Likes, by 3 children Evan, Destiny, and Lucas, as well as nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. He is proceeded in death by his Grandparents John and Billie Gaynor, Grandpa William Plubiac, aunt Sandra K Martinez, and several other aunts and uncles.
Mike was a decorated and dedicated member of the United States Marine Corps. He was a proud fighter of freedom and served three tours in Iraq.
Visitation will be Thursday from 9:00 am to 12:00pm at Kutis Funeral Home-South County. Where a celebration of life service will follow at 12 noon, with Pastor Steve Kohler officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Jefferson Barracks. There will be a reception directly after at 11120 Tesson Ferry Road. St. Louis, MO 63123.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Wounded Warrior Family Adventures (WWFA, PO Box 5318, Breckenridge, CO 80424) or the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program (www.toysfortots.org)