Gary Goettlicher – husband, father, grandfather, brother and naval veteran – passed away peacefully November 22nd 2020 after a courageous battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis at his home in Orange Park, FL. Gary was 82. Born April 14, 1938 in Mankato Minnesota to Ernest and Evelyn Goettlicher, Gary was the second oldest to brothers and sisters – Patty, Janet, Nancy, Judy and Greg, Michael, and Christopher. He was married to his loving wife Sara for 62 years who recently passed away on 23 April 2020. Gary is survived by his, son Robert (Anne) and daughter Karen (Gary) and affectionately known as “Grandpa” to his 5 grandchildren, Scott, Sara (Adam), Justin (Katy), Tanner (Amber), Alexandria and “Papa” to his 6 great grandchildren Rachel, Matthew, Vaughn, Carter, Gabriel, and River. Gary enlisted in the US Navy in 1956 and proudly served his country for over 35 years with a distinguished career in the United States Navy and Civil Service. His passions after retiring were golf, NASCAR, traveling and spending time with his beloved family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He will be missed by many. In Lieu of flowers the family has requested considering a donation to Sacred Heart of Fleming Island Outreach Ministry. The family will share a private graveside service to celebrate the life of their loving “Grandpa”. “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace always in every way. The Lord be with you all”. 2 Thessalonians 3:16