Michael Joseph Pucci Sr.

So many wonderful memories! Uncle Mike would offer my sister and I either a HUGE dollar bill or a bag of candy each time we went to the cabin. One year we chose the dollar for memory sake. He was so thoughtful and kind, so full of love that he shared with each of us. I remember each time before we left to head back to Indiana, standing at the cars, we´d all sing "until we meet again" with tears in our eyes. And of course, "hit the road Jack", having one more laugh together. Uncle Mike and...

To My Dearest Uncle Mike and Aunt Frances:
Although you are physically gone from my reach, I carry you around on my heart, like a badge. You personified love and warmth and comfort and generosity for so many people over the years. To me, you were the grandparents we could only wish for. Nine years ago after the loss of my Dad, I truly began to feel enveloped in your loving kindness. We went straight from the hospital to your door, where you made us a tray of hot chocolate to warm...

Uncle Mike,
We miss you so much. I am so grateful for the time that we had, I just wish there was more. You were the only grandfather I ever had, and am so glad you were there to fill that role. I learned so much from you and Aunt Frances about how to love. I can only hope that I reflect some of that in my life. I will do so in your honor, and keep you in my memory always. Thanks for all the hugs, laughter and good times. Both Eric and I love you dearly and will miss you very, very...

Poppy/ I will miss you so much. I will always remember the fun times we had at the apt in Ridge Gardens and the cabin. I was so glad to be able to spend time with you down the Ocean. You always had a way of making ppl aroiund you feel welcome and loved. My hands have never been on the walls and will continue to stay off. I love you for that also

Poppy,

You will always have a special place in my heart. You and Ning Ning were the grandparents I never had. I am so sad that you are gone and that I didn't get to see you one last time but I know I will see you again. Because of you I have some of the best childhood memories. Trips to the cabin and sledding in the snow then hot chocolate; The story of the little girl in the truck who was told not to touch the door handles..lol; When you brought KFC home and I yelled "MMM...

As I reflect on the passing of Uncle Mike, I can only think of a life well-lived. Thinking of Uncle Mike, and of Aunt Frances, always makes me smile because they were kind and gentle people. I remember trips to the cabin with them and with some of my other family members. We would take walks, go to the lake, eat crabs,and play cards. Simple things that meant so much to us kids. These memories are some of the finest ones that I carry with me. I am both blessed and grateful to have had Uncle...

I cannot express the sadness and emptiness I feel right now. Uncle Mike was such a kind soul and I loved him so much. Words cannot express how much I will miss him. I am so thankful that I got to spend some time with him before he passed away - I will treasure every minute that I spent with him! He took care of my mom and I can hear the first words she will say to him when she meets him in heaven. She will say "hey, fat belly what are you doing here." They were two of a kind - Aunt...