Thomas J. Gortat's obituary , Passed away on June 20, 2025 in Monroe, Michigan

Thomas J. Gortat

February 9, 1942 - June 20, 2025 (83 years old)

Monroe, Michigan

Thomas J. Gortat's obituary , Passed away on June 20, 2025 in Monroe, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rupp Funeral Home

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Thomas J. Gortat

February 9, 1942 - June 20, 2025 (83 years old)

Monroe, Michigan

Thomas J. Gortat Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Thomas J. Gortat (Monroe, Michigan), born in Ida, Michigan, whose life came to an end on June 20, 2025 at the age of 83, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Thomas Gortat and Violet Gortat; his sister Diane Gortat; his in-laws, Harry and Marguerite Stiffler; and his siblings-in-law, Joan Stefko, Nancy Owens, Jack Stiffler, Will Stiffler and John Stefko.

He is survived by: his wife Carol Gortat (Stiffler); his daughters, Teri Thomas, Holly Bowman and Tracie Smith (Tim); his grandchildren, Kelsey Thomas, Christie Cunningham (Evan), Eric Thomas, Shannon Thomas (Zack Moore) and Jacob Smith; his great grandchildren, Jack, Gabe, Henry and Harrison; his sisters, Betty Woods (Woody), Lori Brooks (Kenny) and Carolyn Kennedy; and his brother-in-law Donnie Stiffler (Lora).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Tom are suggested to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rupp Funeral Home



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June 23

Visitation

Rupp Funeral Home
2345 S Custer Rd, Monroe, MI 48161

Mon

June 23

Rosary

Rupp Funeral Home
2345 S Custer Rd, Monroe, MI 48161

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June 24

Lying in state

St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church
502 W Front St, Monroe, MI 48161

Tue

June 24

Funeral Mass

St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church
502 W Front St, Monroe, MI 48161

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