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Michael Angelo Tarantino, age 69, of Hernando, FL, passed away suddenly at home on September 4, 2025. Mike was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 2, 1956, to the late Salvatore and Alma (Jannone) Tarantino. He moved to this area in 1977 from North Bellmore, NY. He was the retired owner and operator of Mikey T's Auto Sales and was of the Catholic faith.
He cherished his two sons, Jason M. (Lauren) Tarantino of Brooksville, FL, and Christopher C. (Kasey) Tarantino of Brooksville, FL. His greatest joy came from his granddaughters, Gemma and Harper. His love also extended to his brother and sisters: Christopher (Andrea) Tarantino of Toano, VA; Ellie Smith and husband Gary of Inverness, FL; Jacquelyn Dey and husband Bob of Inverness, FL; and Lori Amlicke and husband Chris of Inverness, FL. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Linda Tarantino of Dunnellon, FL, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jane Tarantino, on July 26, 2024, and his brother, Salvatore Tarantino, in October 2010.
Family and friends will gather at the Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 10th, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, where a Catholic Prayer Service will be offered at 7:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 11th, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Following Mass, family and friends are welcome to join us for a Celebration of Life gathering.
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