Tarry Allen McKee, 76, passed away on May 6, 2025, at Tidewell Hospice in Bradenton Florida. Born on September 30, 1948. Tarry lived a life full of hard work, family devotion, and island joy.
In 1998, he and his beloved wife Gloria of 56 wonderful years, made a dream come true by purchasing the tip of the island together a place that became their tropical haven. Tarry cherished walking the beach and watching sunsets with Gloria hand and hand.
He was a proud father to John (Lauren) McKee and Darcy (Daniel) Hauber. Tarry's legacy continues through his grandchildren, Cody, Anthony, Derek, Cassidy, Lindsay, Jacob, Dylan, Daniel, and Austin as well as twenty great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who held him dear.
Tarry was predeceased by his parents James "Gramps" and Maybel "Granny" McKee; brothers John and Jim McKee; and daughter Kimberly McKee.
A passionate fan of NASCAR, football, and baseball, Tarry found joy in cheering on his favorite teams mostly the Green Bay Packers. It was the island life that truly captured his heart sun-soaked days spent near the water brought him peace and happiness.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In Tarry's final days he received compassionate and loving care from his Daughter Darcy and Tidewell Hospice.
Tarry's memory lives on in every sunset over the gulf and every crashing wave.