Thomas M. Gaylor

Thomas Mitchell Gaylor

November 5, 1954 – September 26, 2026

With love and profound sadness, the family of Thomas Mitchell Gaylor announces his passing on September 26, 2026, at the age of 71.

Tom was born on November 5, 1954 in Glen Cove, NY, to Wynn and Eileen Gaylor.

He grew up in Kings Park, NY and then his family moved to Huntington, NY. There he lived with his four brothers and two sisters. Tom graduated from Huntington High School.

Tom met his wife Laura in 1978 in a club in Smithtown, where he asked her to dance, and they married in 1981, and they began building a life and family together.

Tom and Laura were blessed with three children: Shawn, Brittany and Thomas along with three grandchildren: Jasmine, Kyle and Lianna.

The family settled in their home in Centereach, NY and began raising their family.

Tom worked as a CAD Draftsman and then later as a security guard before his retirement.

His faith was a very important part of his life. Tom loved traveling and going to the beach with his family.

Tom found great joy in running, painting of landscapes in oil, the martial arts and weight lifting. Tom was a big Yankee fan and he loved to dance.

Above all else, Tom’s greatest legacy is his family. He is survived by his children and grandchildren, who will continue to carry his love, traditions, and memory with them.

He will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever carried in the hearts of those who loved him.