Gary Allen Mugnolo
Born November 14, 1951 in Berwyn, Illinois son of the late Andrew J. and Rosemary (LoPorto) Mugnolo, I, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 24, 2026 at the age of 74.
Gary graduated from the Dominican College of Racine and attended the Master’s program at Northern Michigan University in Marquette. He worked for years as a District Manager for Pepperidge Farms prior to owning and operating his own business, Honey Do Handy Man Service. Gary was a long-time active member of St. David’s Episcopal Church of Lansing where he was active in their Outreach Program, served as a Lay Leader, served in their Prayer Ministry, tended the Memorial Garden, performed building maintenance, as well as built and maintained stocking of their Food Pantry. He was also a member of the MSU Downtown Coaches Club where he served on their Board of Directors for many years and as President for two terms. Gary also volunteered for the American Red Cross installing smoke alarms.
Surviving are his beloved wife of 22 years, Amy Mugnolo; son, Andrew Joseph Mugnolo, II; grandchildren, Cianna, Henley, and Teagan Mugnolo; sister, Andrea Turner, and his 4-legged daughter, Carly.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026 at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 1519 Elmwood Dr., Lansing, MI 48917 with Fr. Joe Kennedy officiating. The family will receive friends at the Church on Thursday, May 7th, from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. and again at the Church on Friday for 1 hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions, in loving memory of Gary, to St. David’s Episcopal Church (in the memo line on your check please write “Outreach Program” as that was Gary’s passion) or the MSU Downtown Coaches Club.
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Arthur Celentino
April 25, 2026 at 2:46 pmYou were a great and humble man. You will be missed.
Gretchen Smith
April 25, 2026 at 2:56 pmAmy and family – Gary’s passing is so sad. This is a huge loss for you and your family. You and Gary were great together. You were there for one another at all times. May’s God’s peace be with you now and always.
Suzanne Johnson
May 1, 2026 at 5:48 pmI am so sorry to hear about Gary. I have found memories of working with Gary and Amy on cursillo weekends. My thoughts and prayers are with Amy and family. Suzanne m.Johnson
THOMAS FOOTE
April 25, 2026 at 4:24 pmWhile I only met Gary a couple times, I certainly heard a lot about him from Amy who loved to brag about him often. I know he was an exceptional man who cared deeply about family, friends, and his community. Who I’m sure will miss his presence for a long long time.
Rest in peace.
Liz & Rob Kinsey
April 26, 2026 at 12:01 pmSo sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He was a hard worker at the Cursillo weekends. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
robert schneck
April 26, 2026 at 1:08 pm“Mugs” was a force to be reckoned with, and I reckon he will be missed greatly by all who knew him. I enjoyed our sarcastic banter. Apparently, heaven required some handyman work. God bless his family and friends.
Bob Schneck ’72
Suzanne Moore
April 26, 2026 at 5:34 pmAmy & Family may your cherished memories of Gary bring you comfort and may knowing that he is in God’s loving embrace give you peace.
Roxy Eaton
April 26, 2026 at 6:14 pmI HAVE NO WORDS, you will be missed by so many for so so many reasons. gary, i consider you a true friend and i am sure you are sitting next to GOD and cheering the Spartans on. GO GREEN, MISS YOU SO MUCH.LOVE ROXY
Missy Puckett
April 26, 2026 at 6:53 pmWhile I have never met Gary in person it was evident how much he loved life and his family . He will be greatly missed. My condolences to you and the entire community and family during this difficult time.
David Bonsall
April 26, 2026 at 9:40 pmI knew Gary during his time at Northern Michigan University where we were both employed by the Residence Life program and we have stayed engaged as friends ever since. That was over 50 years ago and I consider Gary to be one of the finest people I have ever known.
Hugs to Amy and know that I will miss Gary- greatly.
Kathy Bush
April 26, 2026 at 10:16 pmWow. So saddened by this news. Gary and I often discussed Downtown Coaches and Rebounders and how they were both doing. Gary and Amy were at all the Izzo radio shows and I saw them often. Always smiling and loving life, Gary was a great guy. He will be missed.
Jeff and Kathy Bush
John Greenslit
April 26, 2026 at 10:36 pmGary,
If there was a model of loyalty, it certainly is your legacy. Downtown Coaches gained for your persistence, dedication and leadership in the best years of the Club, and helped through the tough times. Many strive to make a buck as their prime mission in life, you strove to make a difference. You have the respect and admiration of those that served with you and all of those that you served.
John Greenslit
Jim Foley
April 26, 2026 at 11:20 pmGary, I am going to miss you. You were the first point of contact for Terri and I to Bring Back Zeke the Wonderdog to Michigan State, I can never Thank You Enough for your guidance in helping reestablish Zeke the Wonderdog. We are forever Thankful.
You were truly a great friend.
Heather Miller
April 27, 2026 at 7:35 amAmy,
I am so sorry to hear about Gary’s passing. Long ago I remember, at work, talking about the two of you dating and how happy he made you. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Thomas Westgate
April 27, 2026 at 10:51 amVery surprised and saddened to hear the news of Gary’s passing. He became a strong die hard Spartan supporter and a hard worker in the Coaches club as well as a fellow director and President, I enjoyed and appreciated his helping hand during my presidency and the Spartan nation will truly miss him. My sympathy’s to his family. Tom Westgate
Susan Kropschot
April 27, 2026 at 1:47 pmSo sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Wishing God’s blessings to him and his family. From a fellow Spartan
Blair and Deby McGinnis
April 27, 2026 at 3:49 pmSo very sad to hear of Gary’s death. He was a very special person. He love a good time and we have great memories with him. So sorry that we will be unable to make it to Lansing for services but Amy and Andrew and all those who love him will be in our prayers. He will be missed.
Roger A Thelen
April 27, 2026 at 3:53 pmGary was a good man! His caring, thoughtful leadership at DCC will definitely be missed. I will miss his friendship. Prayers for his family.
James thurston
April 28, 2026 at 10:30 amDear Brother. Thank you for being a valuable friend. Your earthly Circle Of Life is now complete. Thanks for our few adventures we had together; especially the ones on our winter canoe trip where you tipped into the Pine River. TWICE.
I know our Creator has welcomed you with wide open arms. Peace my friend.
Jim and Pat Thurston
Heather Marshall
April 28, 2026 at 5:19 pmAmy and Family – Mom and I were very sad to hear this. May he shine down on you watching always. All our love and prayers.
?Heather Marshall & Rose Johnson
Cathlene Haskin
April 28, 2026 at 6:21 pmI’m so terribly sorry Amy and the rest of the family. I remember when you first started dating & then attending your beautiful wedding. You guys sure did enjoy the time that you had together. RIH Gary.
Dustin Runyon
April 29, 2026 at 9:36 amAmy, you are in our hearts and prayers and hugs are being sent to you. I never met your husband, but I remember you always talking about him and he sounds like a wonderful person. I want you to know that we are all thinking of you, I remember all the trips you would talk about, just getting a chance to travel the world in so many beautiful places. I am so very sorry Amy, you had so many wonderful memories together, never forget them as it will always keep you close.
Isidore Flores
April 29, 2026 at 3:01 pmA good, decent man. I feel lucky to have met and known him; a role model to all.
Judy Vernon
May 5, 2026 at 5:53 pmAmy, I was so shocked to learn of Gary’s passing He was such a talented, honest, hard working man. He helped me with many projects with great understanding. What a great Spartan!
Chuck Stolz
May 6, 2026 at 1:29 pmWith great condolences to the Mugnolo family and friends. Gary was an outstanding church camp counselor for so many years. I adored working with him, with his “young at heart” attitude… Later, the handyman helped me more than a couple times. My parents and I were very grateful… But, the fellowship he fostered and lived out will remain in my memory and heart. Blessings to Amy, Andy, and the rest of the family.
Michael Reed
May 6, 2026 at 6:10 pmWe don’t know the time nor the reason when the Spirt decides “this is the time to move on”!
As many reflect as I do, “I wish I had one more day to spend celebrating this journey here with you, and amongst all the friends and family whose paths have crossed. May we all raise “The Parting Glass” to Gary, as the Legacy he leaves is rich and beautiful!
Mick Reed
Sandy Billingsley
May 6, 2026 at 8:42 pmAmy,
I was so saddened to hear about Gary’s passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Everything I’ve heard about Gary speaks to what a wonderful man he was; a loving husband and a faithful presence in his church community.
Harriett Dean
May 7, 2026 at 8:09 pmGary, you will be so missed. Your passion and dedication to the Downtown Coaches Club was second to none. You are the only person who could talk me into coming back to the Board and a second term as President! Your loyalty and love for Amy and your darling Pugs was always so evident. The world sure lost a good one. Go Green!