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Michael Battaglia Obituary

BATTAGLIA Michael J. Battaglia, age 45, of Trumbull, a self employed building contractor, died suddenly on Saturday, July 24, 2010. Born in Bridgeport, he was the son of Dom and Jo Foley Battaglia of Port Orange, FL. Mike was raised in Fairfield and was a graduate of Roger Ludlowe High School. Mike loved windsurfing, kite boarding, boating and fishing. He also enjoyed playing guitar and golfing. In addition to his devoted parents, he is survived by his beloved wife of five years, Kimmarie Cafora Battaglia; a brother, Robert Battaglia and his wife Judy of Stratford; a sister, Debra Amico and her husband Jim of Ormond Beach FL; his brother-in-law, Thomas P. Cafora III and his wife Joanna of Monroe; a special niece and nephew, Calista and Thomas P. Cafora IV of Monroe; his great niece, Sophia Reagan; and several additional nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 9 a.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull, and at 10 a.m. in St. Jude Church 707 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Heart Association, 5 Brookside Drive, Wallingford, CT 06492. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2010.

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Tracy Gannon

August 11, 2010

Kimmie & family, So sorry to hear of the tragic loss. I hung out with Mike & Barrett back in the old days. We had so much fun and it was a pleasure to have known him. He will be remembered fondly. God bless you & your family during this time.

Pete Folino

August 2, 2010

To Mrs Battaglia,

I have not seen Mike in a couple of years, and I want to send my belated condolences. I went to school with Mike at Ludlowe. He was a good guy. He will be missed by many.

August 1, 2010

Dear Kimmie - I'm so very sorry to hear of your husband's passing. When your grief is at its greatest, remember the wonderful company Mike is keeping now. You are in my prayers and you have my love.

Your cousin, Deb

Yvonne Payne

July 31, 2010

Uncle Don & Aunt Jo, very sorry for your loss our prayers are with you. Kanawha & Yvonne Payne, Port Orange,FL

Doug & Peggy Howarth

July 29, 2010

Aunt Jo, Uncle Dom, Debbie and Bobby- This news is devistating. We love you and are praying for you all. Although we were miles apart, I often thought of Michael. I have fond memories of Michael, especially the time he rode his motorcycle down to daytona. Love and condolences, Doug

Sharon Ianniello

July 29, 2010

I'm very sorry for your loss.

July 29, 2010

My deepest sympathy our thoughts and prayers are with you remember when we were little. love Rhonda Davy Montana and Sierra Szuhay

Steven Twigg

July 28, 2010

Kimmy i give you my deepest sympathy to you for the loss of Michael he will be missed.

Heather Howarth-Jasminski

July 28, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

July 28, 2010

Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Michael our prayer's are with all of the Battaglia family. Love Dar,Tony,Angel and Aunt Ann.

Lisa LaBrecque

July 28, 2010

Although words seem inadequate to ease the loss you bear, just know you are in my prayers and I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss

Rhonda Johnson

July 28, 2010

Sorry For your Loss My Prayers and Thoughts are with the Family.

July 28, 2010

To my sister Joe,Dom and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
May God bless all of you
Reva&Lee Nichols Tampa fl

Dawn McCartney

July 28, 2010

Love and prayers go out to you all for the loss of Michael. Dawn, Kevin, and kids

Jackie Dunn

July 28, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Battaglia family. I hadn't seen Mike since we graduated Ludlowe 27 years ago, but have only the fondest memories of a great guy.

Lue Ellen Foley

July 28, 2010

My prayers r with you and ur family, My memorys r fulled with alot of good times and laughter. My prayers and sending u Love..Love
Lue Ellen Foley

Lue Ellen Foley

July 28, 2010

Uncle Dom, Auntie Jo Bobby and Debbie my prayers r with all of u at this time..Love Lue Ellen

Teresa Foley

July 28, 2010

Don, Jo and family, our hearts go out to you. We love you all and have you in our prayers, be careful travling and we await to hear from you, all our love, your family in West Virginia

July 27, 2010

Dear Kim:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Michelle DiLeonardo, Merit Ins.

July 27, 2010

Kim - I am so sorry for your loss....my thoughts and prayers are with you. Lori (Derwallis) Branning

July 27, 2010

Bob, Judy & Family,
I am so sorry to here about Mike; it was way before his time. However, when God chooses our time, we can only pray to pass fast without suffering.
Seashells
(Like an oyster with a Pearl inside)
Remind Us
That every passing life
Leaves something beautiful
Behind

May beauty live on
In your memories
And bring you peace

WITH DEEPEST Sympathy
Love,
Betsy Boop
&
Richard Lundberg

Laurie Merit Ins

July 27, 2010

Kim & Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Let happy memories guide you through.

Calista Cafora

July 27, 2010

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. ~From a headstone in Ireland

Uncle Mike was one in a million and his memory will always bring a smile with the tears...

kristopher dibiagio

July 26, 2010

My deepest condolences to you Kimmy , i will miss him he always made me laugh , he was great guy . Kris DiBiagio

Lynn Gorman

July 26, 2010

Mike was my first love and took me to both of my proms. We hadn't spoken in twenty years, but I will never forget him.

Lynn Gorman

July 26, 2010

"If I knew the way, I would take you home".
- Grateful Dead

July 26, 2010

My deepest sympathies, Kim. Joy&Chris said he was a wonderful man.



Joy Paoletti's sister, Judy Vig.

BMA

July 26, 2010

Battaglia Family,

Our sympathy and prayers are with you.

Condolences,

Bridgeport Motorcycle Association

Monica Maldonado

July 26, 2010

Please accept my condolences for you loss. Michael will forever be in our hearts and you will be in our prayers.

Doug & Nancy Howe

July 26, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Lynn Gorman

July 26, 2010

I dated Mike for four years when we were both very young. I remember him fondly and am so very sorry for his loss. He will always have a place in my heart.

July 26, 2010

To the entire Battaglia family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Donna Herring Davis & family

Ken & Dawn Sanders

July 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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