Gary “Mickey” B. McDuffee Sr. Age 83, was born in Blount Springs and was a longtime resident of the Trussville and Clay communities. He passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026. Leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family who loved him dearly.Mickey was a proud graduate of Trussville High School, Class of 1963. After high school, Mickey went on to work in the fire protection sprinkler industry for nearly 40 years. He retired from Grinnell Fire Protection as a superintendent. He was a hardworking man who took pride in everything he did. One of Mickey’s greatest passions throughout his life was racing. He loved cars, the sound of an engine, and the thrill of racing. He even built and raced his own cars. Dune buggies and volkswagens were among some of his favorites, and he enjoyed working on them and making them his own. In his later years, he continued doing what he loved by remodeling and restoring antique cars and trucks. He also enjoyed hunting and spending time in the garage, where he could work with his hands and tinker with the things he loved. His passion for cars, racing, hunting, and working with his hands was a special part of who he was and something his family will always remember. Mickey was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend and neighbor. He was loved by so many, but especially by the family who will miss him more than words can say. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adrian Bruce McDuffee and Exie Pauline Inzer McDuffee. He is survived by his children: Gary B. McDuffee Jr. (Susan) Michelle McDuffee Holmes (Tommy) Mickey Bruce McDuffee (Jennifer ) Adrian McDuffee Chandler (Jeremy) His grandchildren:Anderson McDuffeeAustin McDuffee (Aspen) Cheyenne McDuffeeNicole HolmesKayson McDuffeeRiley-Anne McDuffee Justin McDuffee Brayden Chandler June Chandler; His great-grandchild: Alaska Jean McDuffee