Bradenton, Fl, Massachusetts
Michael A. Amato, 58, died suddenly in New York City on Monday. He was born in Springfield, son of Marco and Margaret “Peggy” (O’Shaughnessey) Amato and lived there most of his life before moving to Bradenton in 2012. Mike graduated from West Springfield High School in 1975 and from Wentworth Institute in Boston. Mike worked as a project/facility manager of Darden Corp., a highly regarded employee who nationally oversaw the restaurant branch Bahamas Breeze's construction and operations. He leaves his wife Victoria (DellaGuistina) Amato, two sons Michael of New York City and Mario of Bradenton, FL, his mother Peggy of West Springfield, brothers Marco and his wife Cynthia of West Springfield, David and his wife Liz of Wareham, Patrick and his wife Mary of Longmeadow and Eddie of FL, his sister Lynn Corrigall and her husband Steve of GA, and his beloved cat Cleo, and grand-cat Coco, along with many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. He loved: his Boston sports teams, his sport cars, but most of all his family. The funeral will be Friday at 11 am at the West Springfield Curran-Jones Funeral Home. Calling hours will be Thursday from 4 to 7 pm. For more details please go curranjones.com. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made for the West Side Skate Park. Please make check out to Town of West Springfield, 26 Central St., W. Springfield, MA 01089.
I am so sorry to hear of Michael´s passing. He was such a great guy and always had a smile to share. Please know you´re all in my hearts and prayers as you travel this difficult time.
Laurie Simpson
December 02, 2022
Te Amato family, early 60's.
Martin Halliwell
November 28, 2016
Mike visiting mid-60.s
I met Mike in the early 60's , I was a neighbor in the summer months, we were all goofy kids,we played whiffle ball for hours at a time in their yard,learned to golf, man that was frustrating!Mike was always the best hockey player and could skate circles around everyone.The Bouviers, the Amatos, it was like a big Brady Bunch family.
I was stunned to learn of Mike's passing,way too young,wonderful memories from that time. I wish I would have known him as an adult.
God Bless Mikey and...
Martin Halliwell
November 28, 2016 | Vashon Island, WA
I didn't get a chance to know my cousin Michael as much as some of the others in the family, but knowing the Amato family as a whole, I know that he must have been a wonderful, warm, funny, loving man...that's just how the Amato's are...and I love you all deeply for that. Please accept my most sincere condolences and remember that only in death can we ever rise with Christ. I look forward to seeing my cousin again some day along with all our family that passes before us. Man, what a party...
Daniel Valenti
December 16, 2015 | Everett, WA
Deepest condolences. Mike was a great guy.
Cindi Green Bautista
December 16, 2015 | Mobile, AL
Victoria, Peggy and the whole beautiful Amato Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cousin, I have no doubt that our Dad Marco's greeted you with a big warm welcoming hug into God's Kingdom.
Michael Valenti
December 14, 2015 | Brentwood, CA
Our heart felt condolences to Vicci, our dear Auntie Peggy and the entire Amato family. My memories of Mike are of a handsome, athletic, talented and giving young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mike + Evelyne O'Shaughnessy and family
Michael O'Shaughnessy
December 14, 2015 | Clovis, CA
My deepest condolences to the Amato family. I am so terribly sorry about your brother. God bless.
Kelle Hykel Giachello
December 14, 2015 | Somers, CT
Marco, Jimmy and I want to send our condolences to you and your family and express how sorry we are to hear of the loss of your brother Michael. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Jimmy has very fond memories of his friendships with the Amato brothers from childhood. God bless!
Jimmy & Cheryl Izzo
December 13, 2015 | FL
