Michael J. Guraly, 74, of Freedom, passed away on February 15th, 2026, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was born in Rochester on September 5th, 1951, a son of the late Michael and Catherine Reese Guraly. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three nephews, Justin Sallese and Robbie and Brandon Booher. He is survived by his wife, Diane (Gallentine) Guraly, as well as one son, Michael B. Guraly, one brother, Larry Guraly, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Cathy and Mike Gurnaik and Janice and Roger Booher, and one nephew, Ian Sallese.

Michael worked at BASF in Monaca as a DCI Operator. He was a lifetime member of the New Sewickley Fire District, as well as a member of the BASF Emergency Response Team and the Beaver County Hazmat Team. He was Presbyterian by faith and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 23rd, from 3-7 p.m., with a service following at 7:15 p.m. at the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of his arrangements. Officiating will be Pastor Beth Weirman. In lieu of flowers, family wishes memorial contributions be made to New Sewickley Presbyterian Church at 101 Big Knob Road, Rochester, PA 15074 or the New Sewickley Fire District, at 1229 Route 989 Rochester, PA 15074.