Michael Christopher DeFazio
Michael Christopher DeFazio
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Michael DeFazio Obituary
AGE: 52 • Freehold
Michael Christopher DeFazio, 52, of Freehold, formerly of Fair Haven, passed away suddenly Friday, July 1, 2011, while on a fishing trip in Maryland with his wife, Debbie. Michael was the owner and operator of DeFazio Landscaping and Excavating, Freehold. He was a 1977 graduate of Rumson Fair Haven High School. He was a 34 year member of the Fair Haven Volunteer Fire Company and First Aid Squad. In 1982, he served as captain of the Fair Haven First Aid Squad. He also served as Fair Haven Fire Chief in 1985. In addition, Michael has served as Fireman's Fair Chairman for several years beginning in 1983. Michael served on many committees during his membership with the Fire Company and First Aid Squad. He especially loved hunting, and enjoyed fishing on his boat "This Is It". Michael also loved riding his motorcycle with his wife. He was also a fan of Nascar.
Michael was predeceased by his mother, Eleanor Parrotino DeFazio, in 1981. Michael is survived by Deborah, the love of his life, soul mate and wife of 26 years. He is also survived by his father, Americo "Mitty" DeFazio of Fair Haven; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Marie and Martin Brady of Sayreville; his sisters-in-law, Donna Cassidy and husband Jim, their two children, Christopher and James of Sayreville, and Marie Fagundo and her husband Alvaro, and their two children, Nicole and Kristina of Avenel; his best friend since childhood, Fair Haven Police Chief Darryl Breckenridge; and very close friends, Christine and Andy Schrank; and neighbors of "Mitty"; and many other very close friends, new and old, and friends and acquaintances through his business.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, July 7 at the John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Ave., Red Bank. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 8 at the funeral home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations in Michael's name to The Fair Haven First Aid Squad, River and Battin Roads, Fair Haven, NJ 07704. Please visit Michael's memorial web page at johnedayfuneralhome.com.
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June 30, 2020
Hello Debbie, it's so hard to believe 9 years have passed. We were just talking about you two on the pier last weekend. Us oldtimers have so many memories of so many who are no longer here but remain in our memories.
Just a quick note to let you know, Pier 3 misses you both.
Judy and Dennis
July 17, 2011
Dear Debbie, We just heard the terrible news about Mike's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Casey and Tony Campi and Family
MAKTAC Pier 5
Jo-Ann Scala
July 15, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Michael's sudden passing. My prayers are with you all! Please give Uncle Mitty my love.
Kathleen Bradley Cavallaro
July 10, 2011
I am so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Rest peacefully, my friend.
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Jackie Leslie
July 9, 2011
Hi Debbie and Family.
I was so saddened to hear about Mike's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. - Jackie Iglesias Leslie
Kimberly
July 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Karen Harrington Bovenzi
July 8, 2011
Dear Debbie, I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Mike and I went to high school together. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your special memories help you through this difficult time. Know that you have an angel in heaven watching over you.
Tim & Janet Halo
July 7, 2011
Dear Debbie,
Tim and I learned of Mike's passing while away in Tennessee. We will not make it home to NJ in time for the funeral services and our hearts break because we cannot be there. Tim will be in touch when we return. Know that we are all so saddened to hear the news and wish we knew the right thing to do to help you get through this tragedy. Mike will truly be missed. Our prayers are with you.
July 7, 2011
Defazio Family,
Our prayers go out to your family.. Mitty my love goes out to you. Words can not express my thoughts, My heart is very sadden. Janet(Lang) Senft
July 7, 2011
Dear Debbie:
What a shock to learn of Michael's sudden passing. May your wonderful memories carry you through this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Lisa Pantaleone
July 7, 2011
Dear Debbie, So very sorry to find out about Mike. You are in my heart and prayers. Love lives on forever. Your memories will always be with you.
Peg Uhl, Kim and Chris
edward/evee hazard
July 7, 2011
sending all my prayers debbie..
love,eddie /evee
Richard Roderick
July 6, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ann Carnes
July 6, 2011
Dear Debbie - I was shocked and saddened to hear about your husband's passing. Although I did not know your husband, he must have been a wonderful, caring person just as you are. My prayers are with you.
Ann Carnes
July 6, 2011
Dear Debbie, Am thinking of you at this time of sorrow, may your cherished memories bring much comfort to you. Love, Aunt Gerri and Andy
July 6, 2011
Debbie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and Mitty in your time of sorrow. With heartfelt symapthy, The Choma's (Andrew, Ronnie, Kathy and Jeanette)
July 6, 2011
Dear Debbie, we were heartbroken hearing about Mike's passing. Our hearts go out to you and your family. We had many good times together on pier 3. Our prayers are with you. Buddy and Cheryl Stillwagon
July 6, 2011
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be heard, cannot be seen, cannot be touched but are felt in our hearts. May your wonderful memories ease your pain and allow peace. Judy and Dennis Lenahan (Pier 3)
Rita Marass-Boden
July 6, 2011
Dear Debbie, I'm very sad to hear of Mike's passing. I knew Mike in high school... My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
July 6, 2011
Debbie & Mr D- I am so sorry to hear about Mikes passing. I have known him for many years. My thoughts and prayers are for you both. Bill Acker, Fair Haven
Melissa White
July 6, 2011
The saddness is overwhelming to the loss of such a wonderful man. From the years back when I met Mike and Debbie on Pier 3, they were both such great people. but it was when I rode up on my bike that our friendship really began. Debbie got her motorcycle license and that was it. Riding wih them was the best times! Mike was always there pushing to ride. Events,poker runs, didnt matter. I knew when I seen that call from him he had "a plan" I would here that voice and instantly smile. Mike, get on that Big Dog in the sky and ride now! Ride those couds and be at peace!
Mike you were a warm heart and a great spirit. I am honored to have known you and more honored that I called you a friend! RIP my friend!
Don & Anne Johnston
July 6, 2011
Dear Debbie - We are so very saddened to learn of Mike's sudden and untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy, Don and Anne Johnston (C-Shell, Pier 5, Atantic Highlands Marina)
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