Gary Virta Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gary Virta of Munising, Michigan, who passed away on October 1, 2020 at the age of 72. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Eugene Virta and Doris Ritari (Harris); his brother Jeff Virta; his parents-in-law, Bill and Suzette Shaffstall; his nieces, Jodie and Jessica Virta; his sister-in-law Marilyn Shaffstall; and his aunt Allie Scholtes.

He is survived by: his wife Diane Virta of Munising; his children, Melissa Nelson (John) of Munising and Christopher Virta (Joan Patterson) of Wilmington, NC; his grandsons, Tyler and Alex Nelson; his brothers, Ron Virta (Susan) of Missouri and Gene Virta (Sandy) of Harvey; and his parents-in-law, Theresa Virta, Willie Shaffstall (Ronalda), Allie Gariepy (Robert), John Shaffstall (Ann) and Amy Hillier (John). He is also survived by his wife, children, grandkids, brothers, and dear friends.

Masks will be required and the funeral home staff will be assisting with social distance and compliance with executive orders.