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Michael Dest Obituary
Michael "Squirrel" Dest a lifelong resident of Greenwich and Stamford, died November 24, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 52. He was the son of John and the late Linda Dest. He is survived by his beloved wife Kristi, his father John, and siblings, John Dest and Patty Gambino. He was also the devoted uncle of Stephen and Christopher Dest, Jessica Gambino and Emma and Evan LaBott. To honor his life friends may call on Friday from 4-7pm at the Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home 134 Hamilton Ave, Greenwich, 203-869-5968. Committal will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Bennett Cancer Center of Stamford Hospital, www.stamfordhospital.org. For more information or to place an online condolence; wwwcoxeandgraziano.com
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Mark Manero
December 19, 2015
Very sad Mike has passed , great guy, very funny, knew him since I was a kid, he loved his cars! Way way too young, hope Kristi is well. I am sorry for your loss.
Justin Flick
December 3, 2015
May the candle burn as long as you fought this battle. You were a strong person and am still devastated. Rest in peace Squirrel always in my heart
Justin Flick
December 3, 2015
Mike I am extremely saddened about your passing. You always treated me with respect and bailed me out of tough situations. As I fight my battle against my illness which is currently winning, it's a relief to know that you are in heaven as God accepted you immediately and I hope for you to be the first familiar face in heaven. My heart weighs heavy and it goes out to his entire family. You'll remain in my prayers.
Mike Briscoe
November 29, 2015
A great guy. I remember Mike from our days at Wright Tech.
May he Rest in Peace
robert d'autilio
November 28, 2015
sorry to hear about mike I was good friends with mike going to school and the gas station days and cruising in our cars I have good memories
November 28, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May you find comfort and strength in God's word during this most difficult time. 1 Cor. 15:26
November 28, 2015
Very sorry to hear of Michael's passing.
Elaine DiAngelo
Fred Camillo
November 27, 2015
To John and the rest of the Dest family...
I was sad to learn of Mike's passing. While I had not seen him in many years, I will always remember him with a smile on his face. May God rest his soul.
Jean Morano
November 27, 2015
Dear Patty, so sorry to read about your brother. My sincere sympathy. Your old Fawcett friend.
November 27, 2015
We are sorry that Mike has passed on. He was always pleasant and helpful. He will be sorely missed.
Sincerely,
Ann & Tom McCue
November 25, 2015
Our entire family is thinking of you and sending our love, Susan and Michael Fogliano, Laura, Andrew and Nicole
Neil Palermo
November 25, 2015
John Sr, John Jr, Patty, Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. May he rest In Peace!
Sam Curcio
November 25, 2015
Mike you will be missed by all. Always put a smile on my face. Rest in peace Mike
November 25, 2015
You will be missed Uncle Squirrel. May you rest in peace and know we loved you. Alexis, Megan, Connor, John & Melanie Armstrong
Mary Ann & Tony De Credico
November 25, 2015
Tony and I are deeply saddened to hear about Michael. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bobby (Runner) Piorkowski
November 25, 2015
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Mary Ann Sency
November 25, 2015
Rest in Peace Michael. You will be missed
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