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Michael Pickering Obituary

Michael W. Pickering
Michael W Pickering, age 59, of Shelton died unexpectedly on Thursday, February 22, 2024.
Michael is survived by his parents, Martha and Carl Coppola Jr.; his beloved children, Alexis (Mark Acevedo), Ashley and Zachary Pickering; siblings, James and Charlee Pickering, Laura Fellows, Carl Coppola III and David Coppola. Predeceased by sister, Holly Flannery.
Funeral service on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 12 p.m. at Pistey Funeral Home, 2155 Main St., Stratford. Interment at St Michael Cemetery. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until time of service. For further information, please visit www.pisteyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Connecticut Post on Feb. 24, 2024.

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Dave chicka

March 3, 2024

Mike was a great guy and a fun guy. We had lots of good times together in the 80s the mall the bars the clubs great times my deepest sympathy to Mike´s family and close friends. We will always remember him. Love you Mike it´s been a lot of years since... Rest in peace.

Dave chicka and the boys

March 3, 2024

Miss partying with you Mike in the 80s rest in peace we´re all very sorry to the family. Mike was an is a great guy Dave chicka and the guys.

Dave chicka and friends

March 3, 2024

Big `80s memory of mike and the boys !! Love ya mike rest in peace.

Elizabeth Santora

February 29, 2024

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Our deepest condolences
The Santora family

Don Akin

February 28, 2024

Mike was a very nice person and will be missed by many. Don Akin

Melinda Constantino Carruthers

February 27, 2024

Many fond memories growing up. Rest in peace.

Cornell Schreiber

February 26, 2024

Rest in Peace my friend, to your family I am so sorry for your loss.

Mark Moran

February 26, 2024

Rest in peace, Michael

David Colby

February 26, 2024

Mike was an amazing man a phenomenal friend He had a heart of gold Never turned anybody down never turned his back on anybody He raised three wonderful children that he was very proud of And will be missed every day for the rest of my life

David Colby

February 26, 2024

Mike was an amazing man and a good friend led by example had a heart of gold and will be greatly missed

Russ Greenberg

February 25, 2024

My sincere condolences to all of your family. You are a good friend to everyone. I was in your wedding and we had so many good times together in our younger years. May you be in God's hands now and RIP! If I was still in CT I would come pay my respects.

Rob Viscount

February 25, 2024

So sorry mike , for your kids , parents and rest of your family . was a pleasure working for you and knowing you. rest in peace brother

Tony Perez

February 25, 2024

Mike, we will miss you. Thank you for always saying yes when I needed your help. So many projects left to tackle. Rest in peace

Frank Ferrigno

February 25, 2024

Mikey you have left us much too soon.My thoughts and prayers are with your children, your greatest accomplishment. RIP my friend I will TRULY miss you but never forget the times we had.

Brian Durnin

February 25, 2024

RIP Michael

John Scianna Jr

February 24, 2024

Mike your going to be missed.My deepest condolences to your family and especially your children
Rest in peace brother
Sincerely
John Scianna Jr

Paul Mackbach

February 24, 2024

So sorry to hear about Mike condolences to all.

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