Michael Tortora

Michael Tortora FALLBROOK -- On February 21, 1954, Michael Tortora, was born in Saginaw, Michigan. He was the son of Raymond and Pat Tortora. He was the younger of two boys. Mike's passion for learning led him to obtain a Bachelors Degree from Michigan State, a Masters Degree in Liberal Arts from the University of Redlands in California, and his Ph.D from the University of Michigan. In addition, he also graduated from law school. In 1984, he married Kelly Lee of Santa Barbara. In 1986, he and wife Kelly settled in Fallbrook, Calif. Mike loved many things, especially children and education and was a man of faith. This was practiced throughout the years as he taught at St. Peter's Catholic Church School and was an active parishioner at St. Peter's Catholic Church. Mike actively participated in the Nights of Columbus, weekend retreats, and in a small faith group. Mike is a loving father that will be greatly missed and will always be remembered for his fun loving personality. Mike died Friday, March 13, 2009 at UCSD Medical Center in San Diego, after a long battle with a rare autoimmune disorder. He is survived by his daughters, Talia 23, and Elena, 19; father, Raymond, all of Fallbrook; and his brother, Chuck of Holland, Michigan Services will be held Saturday, March 21st at 1:00 p.m. at St. Peters Catholic Church in Fallbrook, Calif. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com