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Michael Squillaci Obituary
UXBRIDGE - Sergeant First Class Michael J. Squillaci, Army National Guard, Active, 50, of Uxbridge died unexpectedly Wed. Jan. 16, 2013. He was the husband of Donna Jean E. (Myrick) Squillaci.
Sergeant First Class Squillaci had served over 30 years in the US Army, which included two combat tours overseas and many commendations and citations.
He was born in Germany in 1962, the son of the late Daniel Squillaci and Rita (Junklas) Turner of MD and was raised in Baltimore. He had been a resident of Uxbridge since 1993 and had previously lived in Douglas. He was a member of the VFW Post #1385 in Uxbridge and loved his Harley-Davidson motorcycle which he rode, along with his wife, throughout New England.
In addition to his wife Donna Jean of 24 years and his mother Rita, he is survived by a son, Michael J. Squillaci, Jr. of NC; a daughter, Danielle E. Vient of Nantucket; a brother, Tony Squillaci of MD; two sisters, Betty Huntzberry of MD and Jeannie Holm of PA; and nieces and nephews.
Funeral services, with full military honors, will be held Thursday Jan. 24, 2013 at 10 AM in the BUMA FUNERAL HOME, 101 N. Main St., Rte. 122, Uxbridge. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Granite St., Uxbridge. Following the services at the cemetery, all are cordially invited to return to the Uxbridge VFW Post #1385, 13 Cross St., Uxbridge for a time of fellowship and refreshment.
Visiting hours will be Wed. Jan. 23, 2013 from 3-8 PM in the funeral home.
The family would kindly ask that flowers be omitted. Memorial donations may be made to the "Squid Fund"-acct.#7678410, Hanscom Federal Credit Union, 24 Andrews Pkwy, Devens, MA 01434.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Squillaci
January 27, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss. Mike was my boss in Iraq. I really liked and admired him. He made a big difference in really bad situations. He always helped me keep focused and positive. I was impressed by his kindness, work ethic, and patriotism. Sincerely, T.M.
Joshua Cormier
January 27, 2013
Michelle Schmoyer
January 24, 2013
Donna Jean and Danielle
Isaiah 54:10
Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed, says the Lord, who has compassion on you.
Peace be with you cuz, praying for you.
Love, Michelle
Connie Morgan
January 24, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Antonio Hicks
January 24, 2013
Squid loved to yell and I liked that about him. In your face and holding you accountable for your actions. I will miss you buddy. Hope you are resting easy.
squid dog
SFC craig j francis
January 24, 2013
DEAR squid thank u for all u have done for the 101 eng and soldiers that u have touched in their careers u always took charged and u were a true great leader rip my friend and brother in arms.missed but never forgotten bro
Lt. Dan
January 24, 2013
Squid, I am glad to have known you. My condolences to your family.
Dee Adkins
January 23, 2013
May God bring peace and comfort to all! RIP SFC Squillaci.
Debbie Petix
January 23, 2013
Mike I am so sorry to hear this shocking news. I have so many great memories with you and your sister Betty. What an amazing guy. Rest in peace my friend. My thoughts and prayers to all of your family.
Squid
Michael Mathews
January 23, 2013
You will be missed by all who knew you as real!
Karen Sauer
January 23, 2013
May u be at the foot of yr maker, and may he give u the peace u deserve. Thinkin of u and yr family.
January 23, 2013
My condolences to the family of this fine man who served our country for 30 years. God bless him.
Jeff Padeni
January 23, 2013
It was an honor to have served with Mike in the National Guard, my prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.
January 23, 2013
My sympathies to you and your family at this hour of need. My heartfelt gratitude for your service to our country, and our state. God bless you. May your family find peace at this time.
Karen Murrman
January 23, 2013
I did not know Mr. Squillaci but would like to thank him for his service and send my condolences to his fam
ily
Ken Chase
January 23, 2013
My prayers to a great soldier. Your service will not be forgotten.
Forest Wilber
January 23, 2013
Squid, you are missed. Thank you for your strength in Iraq. Memories of your work ethic, kindness and guidance to young soldiers will not be forgotten.
danielle
January 23, 2013
my thoughts and prayers go out to the family! He was a regular customer of ours at Dunkin Donuts in Uxbridge! He will truly be missed!
Micheal Myrick
January 22, 2013
R.I.P Uncle Mike
Tom Knight
January 22, 2013
SSG Squid it was such an honor to serve with you. You have touched so many lives. You will be truly missed. RIP
Richard Rotosky Sr.
January 22, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul Farnsworth
January 22, 2013
We are so very deeply sorry for your loss. As we all have stated , Squid is a true hero and a great man to have entered our lives. RIP Squid.
Barry and Deb Thompson
January 22, 2013
My missing brother we were one in heart. I always knew I could count on you like the brother I never had. You where always strong and never waivered on your opinion,even if I strongly disagreed. Yet it never held it against me, nor I you. You have taken the last great step first and far to early. I will miss you . I do not know how DJ will make her way with out you at her side but I promise to help her like always, though she will not ask. Love you and you will be missed!!
Deb Beland
January 22, 2013
Nancy just told me so sorry to hear.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara
January 22, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ron and Donna Gervais
January 22, 2013
DJ - So sorry to hear the passing of Mike. You are in our prayers.
Nancy Hall
January 22, 2013
I"m so sorry to hear about Mike.I knew him when I moved to Brooklyn,Md & his sister Betty they were the nicest people that you could ever meet.They acted like they knew you all your life.But again I'm so very sorry Mike was a great guy!!
Patty Ring
January 22, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thank you Mike for your service to our Country. You will be missed.
Linda & Tiger Holt
January 22, 2013
Donna Jean, We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our Thoughts and prayer are with you and Danielle.
David Gustavsen
January 21, 2013
Sorry for your loss I was Mike's first Section Sgt when he first came into the National Guard He was a great & outstanding NCO RIP SFC. Squillaci
Joshua LaCourse
January 21, 2013
SSG Squillaci you were a mentor to me and helped me through a lot of things that i thought i couldn't have gotten through. You will be greatly missed and have left such a positive impact on the unit and will forever be a great leader.
Dave and Jeannie Yacino
January 21, 2013
DJ & Danielle, Mike was such a special person. He was always there to talk to when TJ was in the service and continued when he got out. Our heart goes out to all the family at this time, he will be greatly missed. Love to all.
Christine Lucier
January 21, 2013
My heart goes out to you Dj, My husband served with your husband for 15 years.... There are no words to make any of this right, but from one military wife to another sending you prayers and if you ever need anything we are right down the road. Sending you strength for the week ahead.
January 21, 2013
DJ,
Our hearts are with you and your family during this very sad time. May cherished memories help comfort you and ease your sorrow.
Mike & Kate Whitman
Ken & Kelly Garber
January 21, 2013
DJ & Danielle~ We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our Thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Elaine Melinski
January 21, 2013
DJ and Danielle, I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express my heartfelt sorrow I feel for you. God Bless you.
Nancy Hughes
January 20, 2013
DJ and Danielle , Cherish the good memories close to your heart because memories never die! Thinking of you both at this sad time. GOD BLESS,Nancy Hughes and Miranda Laliberte
David & Connie Carlson
January 20, 2013
Squid we miss you. A friend, mentor, leader, always faithful, a truly good man. Love to you and your family. Gratefully your friend, Cody
January 20, 2013
"Let us cross over the river and rest under the shade of the trees."
-General Thomas 'Stonewall' Jackson, last words.
E Douglas Insurance
January 20, 2013
DJ & Danielle - we were all so terribly shoked to hear of Michael's passing. We will miss him. If there is anything we can do for you please don't hesitate to let us know
Linda and Dave Whitman
January 20, 2013
Heartfelt love and prayers to you all. Love LINDA AND DAVE. BIG HUG TO YOU BOTH.
Barbara Poulin
January 20, 2013
Our hearts and prayers offered to his wife, family, friends, brothers and sisters who served with him.
Donna Damon
January 20, 2013
Thank you and your family for your service, rest in peace. god bless your family!
willy ALR 33
January 20, 2013
RIP Mike
Michael Spence
January 20, 2013
You we're a great Man Mike, and it was an Honor to serve along side of you! God speed and God bless. We'll see ya when we get to the other side .. Love ya my brother ....
John Keyes
January 20, 2013
You will be surley missed by the Keyes' family. You will always be in our hearts and always be remembered as a truly great friend.
Margo Tuttle
January 20, 2013
With deepest sympathy.
Joshua Cormier
January 20, 2013
Served with Squid in Iraq. Great man I will never forget him. He was always there when you needed him.
The Trenchcoat
January 20, 2013
I'll always remember the laughs my friend. Rest well pal. You'll be missed.
Andrea Gayle-Bennett
January 20, 2013
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for this loss.
Carrie Reilly
January 20, 2013
You will never be forgotten Squid. Say hello to the Rangersmurf. Thank you for always making sure i was ok after he passed. The world lost an amazing man and a hero.
January 20, 2013
I served with Mike in Iraq and known him from drill at the armory You were a true Hero Semper Fi Squid dog!!!
christopher francis
January 20, 2013
r.i.p. even thoui only meet u once with my twin i could tell u were specail
Paul Perusse Jr.
January 20, 2013
I served with Mike for 8 years and learned more from him than any school or any other single person can teach someone. He was a great mentor and friend. For he will be missed greatly but never forgotten.
January 19, 2013
John&rhondalavallee(amanda'sparent's)sendlove&prayerstothesquidfamily.god-bless-you-all.
CRAIG FRANCIS
January 19, 2013
YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN MY FRIEND AND BROTHER IN ARMS.THANKS FOR ALL U TAUGHT ME AND EVERYONE ELSE U TOUCHED IN YOUR LIFE RIP SQUID!
allan rosman
January 19, 2013
My friend.Sad Day....................
Amanda Lavallee
January 19, 2013
Love you papa dog!
Sue Couillard
January 19, 2013
DJ & Danielle, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Mike. There are no words only love! He will be greatly missed by so many. He is at peace. All my Love!
Charleen Haringa
January 19, 2013
DJ, We are do very sorry for your loss. Mike was such a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. Love, Howard&Charleen
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