Michael W. Gorts Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Michael W. Gorts of Coxsackie, New York. Michael, born on April 10, 1943 in Catskill, New York, passed away on September 9, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael W. Gorts to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Michael for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Michael’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Mary Gugino-Gorts; his children, Margarita Gorts Santos (Eliseo Santos) and Louis Michael Gorts (Chanel Richardson); and his parents, Toivo Gorts and Celeste Petruzzi of Coxsackie.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, November 9th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church (1032 Central Ave, Dunkirk, NY 14048).
In remembrance of Michael's generous spirit, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in his honor.
