Photo courtesy of R. M. Edgerly and Son Funeral Home
Rochester, New Hampshire
Michael was born on June 19, 1935 and passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2017. Michael was a resident of Rochester, New Hampshire at the time of passing. Michael was born June 19, 1935 in Plainfield, NJ., graduated from Plainfield High School (Plainfield, NJ) in 1953, was VP of his senior class, a guard on his state champion football team, and a member of the MAC club. Family and friends may visit Saturday September 2, 2017 for a viewing from 1:00-2:30 PM at R.M. Edgerly & Son Funeral Home, 86 South Main St. in Rochester. He received his Master's in Education from UNH in 1976, earned numerous teacher appreciation awards and certificates, plus he was the Vice President of the Rochester Teacher's Union; his contributions included the sick bank as well as excellent, lifelong benefits.
Mr. Garzillo was one of the most inspiring teachers I have ever had. He was so entertaining in his teaching, that most of the time you didn't realize you were in a class. I am sorry to hear of his passing. My Condolences...
Rich Brotherton
August 19, 2021
Dad, Mom and I worked on your obituary together. I'm sure you could tell. Writing it for the Fosters after all your years with them was intimidating but Mom was great to do it with, and we got a lot of compliments. My regret is that we should have ended it with "keep your lines tight and your powder dry". I don't know why we didn't think of it but I know you would have because you're a better editor than me or mom. One more reason I will miss you forever. Love you dad.
Michael Garzillo
September 21, 2017 | Beaverton, OR | Son
So sad to hear. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
September 04, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike and he always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. RIP
Ann Larochelle
September 03, 2017 | Rochester, NH
Jon and family, I was sorry to hear about your Fathers passing. I always enjoyed talking to your Dad and faithfully read his column in the Fosters and Outdoor Life. I will always remember the ending of his column in the Fosters " keep your line tight and your powder dry" that says it all! May God bless you.
Larry Grondin
September 02, 2017 | South Berwick, ME
Jean and family
Sorry for your loss.
David Keller
September 02, 2017 | Rochester, NH
So sorry He was a good guy was one of my teachers enjoyed listening to his stories so sorry
Donald Brooks. Rochester n h
September 01, 2017
Mike was a person whom I respected and enjoyed being with during our years of NEOWA membership.
Gary Moore
September 01, 2017 | Bradford, VT | Friend
Enjoyed our times together fly fishing, fly tying, and swapping tall tales at Hackle and Tackle meetings. Hope there is fly fishing in heaven. My condolences to the Garzillo family.
Ronald Couture
September 01, 2017 | Rochester, NH
