Michael "Mike" Gides died Wednesday in Rockledge, Fla.

Born in Cambria County, Pa., he moved to Florida five years ago from Zelienople.

Mr. Gides was a member of the Faith Viera Lutheran Church, and he had worked for Napco in Butler.

He served in the Army during the Battle of the Bulge.

Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Donna Gides; two sons, Mick and Jim Gides; four stepchildren, Brad, Cindy, Randy and Craig Pirrera, a sister, Mary Merrikan; five grandchildren; six step-grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

<B>GIDES</B> — Services for Michael "Mike" Gides, who died Wednesday, May 24, 2006, were private.Memorial donations may be made to Vitas Hospice, 4450 Eau Gallie Blvd. #280, Melbourne, FL 32934.Arrangements were made by <B>East Coast Cremation</B>, Rockledge, Fla.