Gary P. Cogan, 77, of Summerfield, FL, passed away March 13, 2019, at Brandley House. He was born February 20, 1942, in Cresson, PA to Verrell and Mary Cogan. When Gary was a teenager, he moved with his parents to Washington DC, where he lived until marrying his wife, Karen Lyons Cogan. They lived in Maryland before moving to Florida. After having their 2 sons they moved to Florida in 1980. Gary worked for NASA, at the Kennedy Space Center, on the Space Shuttle orbiters, for 17 years before retiring in 1997. He then traveled with his wife in their RV, visiting many states. Gary had an endearing personality and loved talking about the Space Shuttle program and his travel adventures, as well as playing cards and party games. Gary is survived by his wife, Karen; their sons, Darrell (Karen) and Christian (Jolie); grandchildren, Kevin, Ryan and Christina; brother, Verrell Patrick (Kate) Cogan; seven nieces and one nephew. A great grandson is expected in August 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Richard Cogan; sisters, Barbara Sullivan and Jane Edwards. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Services entrusted to Baldwin Brothers Cremation Society.