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Michael Fortunato Obituary
AGE: 26 • Hartford, CT
Michael E. Fortunato, age 26, passed away suddenly in Hartford, CT on Saturday October 12, 2013. Michael grew up in Piscataway and attended Piscataway Township Schools. He was working in Connecticut as an inspector for Integrity Inspections.
Michael was pre deceased by his grandparents; Joseph and Anna Fortunato and by his Father; John A. Fortunato only 1 month ago. He was also pre deceased by his Grandfather Eugene F. Gilbert of Somerset and his Aunt Lesa Bonner of Pennsylvania. Michael is survived by his mother, Pamela of Somerset, a brother; Justin and his wife Caryn of Harmony, NJ his loving sister; Gena of Somerset, his nephew; Anthony and God Daughter Kayla and Grandmother Barbara Gilbert of Somerset.
"Big Mike" loved football, especially the New York Football Giants , his music and just hanging out with his friends. Michael will missed by his many friends from Piscataway and his longtime girlfriend, Vanessa Baker of South Brunswick . Michael's last adventure was an appearance on MTV's "Catfish" where people from all over the country got to see Michaels sweet and sensitive. He never imagined the attention he would receive after the show.
A memorial service will for both Michael and his Father will take place on Saturday October 26 from 5-7 PM at Gleason Funeral Home 1360 Hamilton Street. The family requests that no flowers be sent. Please consider a donation to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Fortunato
pamela fortunato
December 16, 2014
As Christmas gets closer memories of you are constant. I can not bear the thought of another Christmas without you and Dad. I am reminded of you everyday in everything I do. I miss your crazy sense of humor and your beautiful smile...rest easy my sweet boy...be with your father and the rest of family up there watching over us....until I am with you again..I miss you and Love you more than words can say....MOM
Candy Fort
December 15, 2014
Dear Family of Michael
I just want ted to tell you I am remembering and keeping you all in my prayers today and always. Your Angel is with you never forget that. Love knows no boundary's My heart goes out to Mikes Mom. This is my sons name too. I believe I am a cousin, Michael Fortunato was my Grandfather, Again I want to say our prayers are with you each and everyday. Wishing you many Christmas blessings fro your Angel xoxo
Pam Fortunato
October 13, 2014
A year has passed without you...the pain never goes away...We all miss you so much...every day is a struggle to go on...Your friends and loved ones still search for a reason why you were taken from us..Your true friends and family will never forget you...you will live on forever in my heart...I miss you more than words can say...I love you Mike...always have and always will..Mom..
tracey major
October 12, 2014
I have just finished watching catfish here in the uk and was so saddened when I checked online for an update to learn of mikes untimely death. I also feel so deeply for the family having lost their dad just before.
I really liked what I saw of mike he came across as such a genuinely nice guy, one you wanted good things to happen to, so learning of his passing is an absolute tragedy.
Rest in peace mike.
Gena Fortunato
January 3, 2014
Missing you
Robert Fort and Family
November 4, 2013
You are all in our thoughts and prayers
October 26, 2013
There are no words to express the pain I feel with the loss of my dear sweet Michael..my life is forever changed with the loss of Michael and his Dad...watch over us..we think of you and miss you everyday..we were blessed to have you both ..I will love and miss you both till the end of my days...love you..Mom
Angela schaeffer
October 24, 2013
God Blesss Always! Mike You Are Now One Od Gods Angels! You Can Now Fly Feeling Free! With Yr Dad Right Next To YOu! RIP ""MIKE""
gena fortunato
October 24, 2013
Mike you were and always will be my best friend. You knew me better than anyone else and we had some great memories together. I miss your random text messages and just hanging out with you. My heart is broken without you. I know you are up there with dad guiding me in the right direction but I would give anything to have you back.you were taken from us way too soon. I love you and miss you so much. Until we meet again my best friend. Love your little sister <3
Linda Cammarano
October 24, 2013
Mike was a gentle, kind and wonderful childhood friend of Neil's. There are so many great memories of them growing up together. We have very heavy hearts. Our condolences go out to the Fortunato Family.
American Heart Association
October 23, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Stephanie Wegner
October 23, 2013
There are no words to express how much I miss you lil big cuz! Just know that you will forever continue to live on through so many people because you have touched so many...and continue to do so!!! Missing my gentle giant more than anything in this world right now! <3 See you on the other side love <3
Take Me Lord
Mike Toribio Sr.
October 23, 2013
Rest in Peace Big Guy......I know you were well loved and will truly be missed
Peggy Deak
October 23, 2013
Mike, You will forever be missed, you were an amazing person, friend, and son. I can not express how sorry I am for your family. Rest in peace Mike.
charlene hales
October 23, 2013
mike u will truly be missed pam and rest of the family my heart is with all love yall
Lydia & Dave Copperthwaite
October 23, 2013
Pam and Family
Our hearts goes out to you at this very difficult time and in the days ahead. May Mike RIP always.
October 23, 2013
R.I.P. Michael...Love & Miss U, Uncle Rick, Aunt Barbara, Rick Jr, & Stephanie <3
October 23, 2013
My nephew Michael,There are no words that can not express how I feel. That big smile that lit up the room when you walked in, I will no longer see.Your eyes that were brighter then the stars above, they are gone. A part of my heart was broken the day you left us.Life will never be the without you in it. Watch over your family from above, until we meet again. R.I.P my precious nephew, Love & Miss you Aunt Barbara <3
Robert & Barbara Noonan
October 23, 2013
Mike, We will always carry you our hearts and minds! You will be missed! You were always a huge part of our family! A great guy with the biggest heart! RIP! Mike!
Toni
October 22, 2013
I am sending my condolences and I'm sure you miss Michael very much. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May special memories bring you comfort. Jesus has the deep desire and the ability to remove the pain of bereaved ones. Please consider the words of comfort and hope found at John 11:39-44. Thinking of the family.
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