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Michael Hottum Obituary

Hottum, Michael A.

Nov 3, 2025

Unexpectedly, November 3, 2025, age 40; beloved son of Ronald A. and Sharon; loving brother of David; adored grandson of MaryAnn Hottum and the late Ronald C. Hottum, Edmund and Sophie Soltysiak; nephew of Sandra and Robert Goodmonte, Daniel Hottum, Robert Soltysiak, and Maria Gallagher. Survived by 5 cousins and their families; as well as his canine babies Boomer and Jack. Michael passed while serving his country, where he spent the last 20 years of his life in the U.S. Navy. In his years of service, he lived in several states and served as AD1 in several different commands, with deployments on aircraft carriers and one destroyer. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Martha's Parish, 10 French Rd. Depew, on Saturday January 10th, at 10 a.m. Flowers gratefully declined, but memorials in Michael's name to the Erie County SPCA are appreciated. Share condolences at www.PACERFUNERALHOME.com.

Published by Buffalo News on Jan. 4, 2026.

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Jim and Tricia Byrd

January 4, 2026

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Bob & Cheryl Mayle

January 4, 2026

Ron &Sharon. So sad and shocked to hear of your sons passing.When we talked you would say what he was doing,he was a fine young man gone to soon.Our thoughts and prayers are with you

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