Michael-Cleary-Obituary

Michael David Cleary

Perth Amboy, New Jersey

05/05/1947 - 12/30/2023

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December 30, 2023
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Perth Amboy, New Jersey

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Michael David Cleary (Waterford, CT, NYC, & Perth Amboy, NJ), a beloved coach and mentor, decorated Vietnam combat veteran, and our superhero "Mike", passed away last Saturday morning at the age of 76, after a long, valiant battle against cancer. He loved his life with his wife Nancy Kessler,...

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I remember Mike from fort lee nj he was a great guy. 609 369 9917 Denise black

It has been so very long since I have been in contact; but the memories of our times together have never faded. Nancy; I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Mike was an integral part of our growing up. He was a close friend over the years, from Little League through High School football. Fortunately, we reconnected in later life and reminisced about our childhood experiences. He will be missed by many.

Mike was a classmate of mine at WHS. He was always a respected natural leader wether at Student Council or as the Varsity Quarterback. I knew that he went on to serve in Vietnam with honor as an officer. My condolences to his wife and family. Rest in Peace Mike

Dear Nancy, My sincere condolences to you, the twins, Matt and families. I first met Mike walking at the waterfront with the twins, who were about 3 years old. I was walking Seth, who was 4 at the time. I remember all the fun birthday parties while the boys were growing up. It is a blessing that Mike was able to see his sons grow up,be at their weddings, become a grandfather. Of course, it is a double edged sword, because it also makes your loss greater. May you and your family continue to...

Condolences to the family. Mike was a classmate and friend, si sorry to hear of his passing.

I got to know Mike when we started working together in our sons' Little League program. We became good friends and for many years were walking partners in our neighborhood. I treasure the memories of those walks as we talked incessantly about our families, upbringing, and life experiences. We walked in snow, rain, darkness, wind, and awful heat - - and usually at 5AM - - but it was all worth it. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, friend, coach, mentor and all-around great...

Mike was the quintessential good guy. Our loss is Heaven's gain. Deepest condolences to his family...

Rest in peace my friend. I will miss you.