It is with deep sorrow and deeper love that we announce the passing of Gary on February 1, 2026 from brain cancer. Preceded by his parents, Marion and William Torrey, and sister Linda Granby. He is Survived by his devoted wifeMary Jo; daughters, Kristie Gabel,(Billy), Emily Kraus, son-in-law Tom; cherished grandchildren; Aiden Gabel, Benjamin, Ryan, and Morgan Kraus, great grandchildren, niece and nephews, caring golf friends and neighbors.
Gary was at peace – filled with grace, love and dignity – after an adventurous and meaningful life filled with unwavering faith, family, friends, sports, traveling, trips to historic inns, and storytelling.The boundless love he shared with his grandchildren was one of his life’s greatest blessings. Gary thrived on volunteering and helping others, with a special dedication to Honor Flight Rochester, the Perinton Summer Concerts and Lollypop Farm. He loved and cared for all animals, especially his dogs over the years, Molly, Bandit, Snickers and Oliver.
“Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories”. At Gary’s request, no memorial or funeral services will be held.
Memorial contributions to Lollypop Farm are welcomed in honor of Gary’s passion for animals (www.lollypop.org) or (TheAdventHouse.org)
17 responses to “Torrey, Gary W.”
You’ll be missed.
Gary rest in Peace, To Gary golfing friends gary was a good golfer, He was also great ball player for Eastridge SECTION 5 CHAMPS 1966
Gary was a good friend for many years. We golfer, Bowled and worked together. He was funny and had a great timing on his remarks. I will miss him!
I didn’t know him very well, but I knew he was a good man. He will be missed
Deepest condolences to MaryJo and family. Truly a great guy, RIP Gary
Joe Nichol
HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU GARY. YOU LEAVE BEHIND A LONG LINE OF FRIENDS AND RELATIVES WHOSE LIVES WERE HAPPIER AND BETTER BECAUSE WHO PASSED THEIR WAY
DON WISNER AND THE GOLF AND EUCHRE GROUPS
We pray for Gary and family. Thank you for spending time with us.
Gary was a great co-worker at Xerox / EDS and I am certain that he will be missed by many
Rest in peace Gary. Thankful for our paths crossing and for your leading our euchre group at StoneBrook.
So glad that Advent House was able to care for Gary and his family. It is an amazing place.
Thank you Kelly for being so kind to me in our conversations.
You have touched so many lives with your kindness and compassion. RIP my friend, you will be greatly missed. Mary Jo just know that you are your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I’m a deeply saddened by this news. My brother, my friend. You will be missed, Until we meet again. I will see you in the other side brother.
Rest is peace Gary 🕊️
I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. May Mary Jo and family find peace during this difficult time.
Love,
Meghan
My Deepest Condolences to the Family!
My Thoughts and Prayers are with You All in the Days Ahead!!
I went to St Salome Grammar School with Gary.
I graduated from Eastridge with Gary and I’m saddened to hear of his passing. Sending my thoughts, prayers and sincere condolences to his family and friends.
My deepest sympathy to Mary Jo and family on Gary’s passing. Mary Jo, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Gary was a life long friend from grammar school, high school, Xerox, and the summer concert series. He was a kind and generous person who will be dearly missed by all he touched. Rest in the peace of the lord, my friend.