Photo courtesy of Spinelli - Ricciuti Funeral Home - Ansonia
Ansonia, Connecticut
Jul 19, 1946 – Nov 24, 2020 (Age 74)
ANSONIA: Michael Joseph Lonardo, 74, of Ansonia, entered into eternal rest on November 24, 2020, at Griffin Hospital, with his family by his side. He was the loving companion of Roberta Bradshaw Trimarki of Ansonia.
Michael was born in Derby on July 19, 1946, son of the late John and Mary Cammarata Lonardo. After graduating from Ansonia High School, he studied at Norwich and Quinnipiac Universities. He enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard and completed training at Officer’s Candidate School graduating with the rank of 2nd Lieutenant. He was employed by Cavallaro Dodge until starting his own business, CT Custom Coach in Ansonia. Later, he established Ansonia’s Valley Glass, in which he proudly owned for forty years. Michael loved classic and muscle cars. He was talented and gifted with a unique ability to create and design almost anything. He was fun-loving, generous and was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
In addition to his companion Roberta, he leaves to cherish his memory, loving daughters, Marisa (Jim), Monica Grace (Tom), Mara (Juan) and Maria (James), a cherished granddaughter, Ruby Rose Pierce, aunt, Michalena “Mickey” Sampieri, uncle and aunt, Dominick and Marie Lonardo, and numerous cousins, extended family and countless friends.
His funeral will be held on Thursday December 3, 2020 at 9:00 am meeting directly at Holy Rosary Church in Ansonia for a Mass of Christian Burial. Masks and physical distancing will be strictly enforced. Due to the health concerns of others, there will be no public visiting hours. Interment with U.S. Army military honors will immediately follow Mass in Mount Saint Peter Cemetery in Derby. The SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR-OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia has been privileged with the arrangements. To sign Michael’s guestbook or share a memory, please visit www.spinelliricciutifh.com.
Read MoreRest in peace magic Mike you were a good person was honored to call you my friend
Tommy Saint Germaine
June 17, 2023 | Friend
Marisa, Monica, Mara, Maria and Roberta It's hard to believe that a year has gone by so quickly. I stop by the glass shop once in a while to say hi to the guys and sit in your dad's chair and look at his picture on his desk of when he was so very young, this brings back a lot of good memories from when we were both kids. I'm sure your dad is watching over all of us and will be waiting at the gate when our time comes and will give us a big hug and be happy to ask us whatever you need up here...
Ronald DeGregoria
November 22, 2021 | Family
So many kind words about Mike and they're all spot on. He certainly lived a full life and was a dynamic individual who did and accomplished so many things. He also had a unique zest for life and truly cherished all his friendships. Nothing made him happier than being able to chit chat and brighten your day.
I will always remember randomly stopping by his glass shop to say hello or to seek car assistance & he was NEVER too busy. He’d love to teach you things, or invite you along ...
Len Stauffer
January 21, 2021 | Friend
Mike’s family, deepest sympathy, I will miss seeing mike when I returned to Ansonia. I knew mike from the early 60’s and kept in touch on classmates.
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Jim Hine
December 11, 2020 | Ann Arbor, MI | Friend
Mike was a great guy , always had something positive to say no matter what was going on. He was always there to help when I needed something custom made for a car or something for the shop
Very few people were as willing to drop everything to help anyone they could as Mike, he is a true valley legend and he had a positive impact on everyone
I was very saddened to hear of his passing. He will truly be missed !
Sean Walsh
December 10, 2020 | Seymour, CT | Friend
Sorry for your loss. It's been a long time since I've heard from you but anyways condenses from the Tammy, Bryan, Lisa, Michelle & Mom(Jean). May he RIP & find everlasting peace.
michelle haisley
December 05, 2020 | Seymor, CT | Acquaintance
Mike would give you the shirt off his back even if he didn’t have one on. Rest In Peace.
Kevin Blake
December 04, 2020 | Ansonia, CT | Friend
Mike, It seems that you've been a friend forever. Your "Jesse James" type automotive creativity and workmanship will be missed; but nothing like your person, your smile, your friendship, or your generosity. Sincere sympathy to your family and friends, who are suffering through your loss. Rest in God's Peace
Richard Fotion
December 03, 2020 | Palm Coast, FL | Friend
To the Lonardo family. Sending prayers and condolences to you. Mike and I graduated from high school together. He will truly be missed
Janice Smith
December 03, 2020 | Ansonia, CT | Classmate
