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Michael Sementilli Obituary
Friends are invited to call Friday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. at McGUIRE/HARGRAVE & MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 123 E. Jackson St., Palmyra. His Mass of Christian Burial will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the St. Katharine Drexel Parish at St. Anne's Church, Palmyra.
Mike graduated from Palmyra-Macedon High School & received a BS in Communications from SUNY Geneseo. Michael was an avid sports enthusiast and was particularly passionate about college sports, horse racing & golf. He was a walking encyclopedia of sports statistics & used statistical facts in his broadcasts on Channel 12, FLTV, appropriately named Sports Trac. Mike's unique perspective resulted in a loyal following for over twenty years, which continues today. In addition to Michael being a sports enthusiast, he will always be revered in his ability to help others & his compassionate heart. Mike deeply valued family, friends, music & film & enjoyed simple moments & good laugh.
Survived by loving friends & immediate family members that include his parents, Louis & Suzanne Sementilli; brother James Sementilli; sister Debbie LeMoyne; several nieces, nephews, & cousins; goddaughter Gina Durfee.
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for Michael Sementilli
todd beers
May 10, 2017
thinking fondly of you today Mike... passion comes to mind, as do the words 'brave' and 'kind'. rest in power my friend. you are everywhere.
Steve Lagana
October 29, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy to the Sementelli family. I considered Mike my next door mate as part of an idyllic childhood in Palmyra. Whether we were playing sports, or inventing some other form of entertainment like a spook house or roadside toy stand, Mike was always a creative force. I'm even more saddened as I had planned to try and visit him this fall, but had to be away for my own brother's illness and passing. RIP to another gone too soon.
J. Duffey
October 27, 2011
My deepest sympathies go out to you Jim and your family!!! I know it has been a long road full of emotions, struggle and heartache. Mike is now in a better place away from the pain and suffering where he has nothing but wonderful memories of his family always being with him, I know he is now watching over you and will be letting you know he is in a better place. God Bless you and your family!!!
Naomi Sakoda
October 24, 2011
We will miss Mike and send our deepest sympathy to Sue, Lou, Debbie, and Jim.
Love, Naomi & John
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Dawn Delariman
October 23, 2011
We'll always remember Mike on his visits to Chicago...going to every sporting event that he and Jim could finagle tickets. He was always laughing and I enjoyed his many funny stories. He will be missed by many. I'm sure his family will always hear him cheering for his favorite sports team.
Love, Dawn, Jan, and Jackson Delariman
Alan Briggs
October 23, 2011
Growing up in Palmyra with Jim and Mike, I enjoyed Mike's witty view of life. Mike is gone way too soon. My deepest condolences to the extended Sementilli family.
Brad, Ann Marie, Joshua Pausha
October 22, 2011
our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Take Care.
Brad, Ann Marie and Joshua Pausha
Kelly
October 21, 2011
My heart and prayers go out to Mike's family. I will always remember (when I would visit NY) my dad saying, did you hear about Mike, and switch the TV or radio to hear what it is was Mike was announcing that night. I really enjoyed listening and saying I know him and he is truly a good soul.
Shirley Miller
October 21, 2011
Mike was a special guy, great thoroughbred horse lover and very appreciative of those who contributed to the sport. He was always so pleasant to us at Rite Aid. We will forever miss him. May his family know he is resting in peace and that eventually all of us will be joining him!
Art Thompson
October 21, 2011
Mike will be missed by a lot of people. I coached Mike in Little League with my son Michael. I looked forward to seeing him at sporting events and will miss him very much. My condolences to his parents and family.
Diane Schirck
October 21, 2011
Mike was a great guy in High School. Our lockers were next to each other for years and we shared alot of laughs. I wish I would have stayed in touch with after all this time. I am truly sad, and especially sorry for his family. God Bless you Mike, you will be missed. Diane Simmons Schirck
Len DiNoia
October 21, 2011
Our sympathy to the family.We always looked forward to seeing Mike on the beach in Ogunquit every summer. He will be missed.
Sincerely, Len, Sue, Nicole and Andrew
Mark Szarejko
October 21, 2011
On Behalf of the Szarejko Family of Palm Harbor, Florida, our sincere condolensces
to Mr. and Mrs. Sementilli, Jim, Debbie and family. Mike was a wonderful friend
and a fine human being. We we always remember him.
With love and sympathy,
The Szarejko Family.
October 21, 2011
We are both so sorry that you have lost Mike. He was like another one of our kids, when we lived in Palmyra. We remember, with great fondness, some of the many times he spent at our house. My favorite memory of Mike is when John was home, after a back operation and he used to play Risk with the kids, Mike came over one day and asked, "Can Mr. Briggs come out to play?" Our sympathy and prayers are with the whole family.
John & Betty Briggs
Luciana Boccia
October 21, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. A big hug to you Jim and I think you have been a wonderful brother. Your family is lucky to have you.
Craig Simmons
October 21, 2011
Mike, thank you for all that you have done for local high school athletics. Your passion and devotion shined through in your work.
Timothy Munn
October 21, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Sementilli's...I first met Mike during the Dom Vitticore Football era, when he first televised local sporting events. He did a great deal for the area kids and the communities in the Finger Lakes Region. He will be missed. May God grant him eternal peace.
Sincerely,
Coach Munn
Red Jacket Central
Andrew DiNoia
October 21, 2011
He will be missed on the beach of Maine....He was full of life. Always came over to my family to say hello, or to talk sports with my dad, Len.
Mike is in a lovely place with people that love him, as when he was on earth.
Julie Ceravolo Garnish
October 21, 2011
So sorry to hear about Mike. He was an awesome person who I loved to joke with at The Office Restaurant when he came in. We would just bust each other about high school sports and scores. Truly a remarkable person. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Sementilli family.
Kevin Hosmer
October 21, 2011
My memories of Mike (and I remember him well) are as a young man, a young man with a vision and endless passion for his chosen career path. A fun guy, generous and gregarious. Very early in Mike's career he asked me to do "color commentary" with him at a few basketball games. I learned quickly I did not share Mike's talent for broadcasting but it was a lot of fun learning that lesson. I do and shall remember Mike fondly. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Mike Keefe
October 21, 2011
Mike was one of a kind guy with a huge heart. It was always inspiring for me to see a man who cared so much for his family in such an open and honest way.
Mike was always a blast to be around, whether it was at the race track, on the golf course, at the beach, or just sitting around the house. He could speak intelligently and entertainingly about any topic. He had that rare knack of always being able to make you smile.
He will be very much missed.
Shawn Gerber
October 21, 2011
Growing up with Matt, Mike was always there. He was an additional uncle to all of us. He always had us laughing. Mike your enthusiasm for sports will be missed.
Mary & Ron Darcangelo
October 21, 2011
How blessed Michael was to have the love and support from a wonderful network of family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers go to Mr. & Mrs. Sementilli, Debbie, Craig, Matt, Natalia, Megan, Jim, Gerry, Gina and Jill.
October 21, 2011
Uncle Louie, Aunt Suzanne and family, Our deepest heartfelt sympathy go out to you and your family during Michaels recent passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Keep his memory alive deep within your hearts.
John and Anne(DelGatto)VanEpps and son
Anthony DelGatto
Don & Lisa Ahrans
October 20, 2011
Our prayers go out to all of your family & many friends. We all have lost someone special. I will always remember the days & nights we shared talking horses, and also the photo of you & Bob Baffert taken at Saratoga. RIP Michael.
October 20, 2011
Dear Sue, Lou, Jim, Gerry, Debbie, Craig, Meghan, Matt, and Natalia, and Kids
He was as big in heart as he was in physical appearance. He made us laugh, and now he has made all of us cry. We loved his stories and his ability to begin a fun-filled game of kind of a "beach roasting" of each of us, wherein we all laughed at our own foibles and idiosyncrasies.
I have always considered myself an officianado of college basketball, but be assured he widened my awareness of college basketball, especially of Syracuse and Big-East basketball.
We already miss his wonderful laugh; I recall how he made me laugh so very hard at two important 50th birthdays that we were privileged to attend: Debbie's 50th and then Jim's 50th.
A man of genuine compassion, and truly a gentle giant. I find myself right now, as I write, crying and feeling very low.
I am so sorry that I am not with you to lend support at this terrible time.
My prayers are with you; I am sure that he is now in a better place.
Much Love,
Rich Sternberg
RJ Ziats
October 20, 2011
So sorry to hear this tragic news...gone way too soon...Prayers to your entire family
So many memories of fun and laughs and great times I have of Mike
Rest In Peace my old friend...
October 20, 2011
My sympathies to Jim, Geri and the entire Sementilli family. Mike lived and breathed sports - just think how happy he is interviewing all the great players in heaven!! God bless your soul Mike.
Gary Burkhardt & Brian Goldshlack
October 20, 2011
Jim: We are saddened to hear about your brother Mike. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Stuart & Wendy Kosikowski (Fond du Lac, WI)
Barbara Mattoon
October 20, 2011
I enjoyed knowing Michale if only for a short time. Meeting his family was an added joy, he will be missed by many people. Barb Mattoon
House of John\ Wen. and Thurs. nite
Nick Stawasz
October 20, 2011
Mike, thank you for always bringing a smile to my face and for the many wonderful memories that I will forever cherish. You will be deeply missed.
Teresa Giannini
October 20, 2011
Jim, I am so sorry about the loss of your brother. Our prayers are with you and your family and may you always cherish the wonderful memories you have of him. Teresa Giannini and Michael Fazio
Jori Sjostrand
October 20, 2011
Jim, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Debbie Suhr-Rothfuss
October 20, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Barb (Damaske) Phillips
October 20, 2011
Jim- I'm so sorry for your family's loss, but so glad to have known Mike. Please know that we're thinking of you. We'll see you tomorrow.
Jen Thompson
October 20, 2011
Rest in peace my dear friend! I will miss you deeply! Love and prayers to your family!
October 20, 2011
Thinking of you today Mikey! The only guy I know who is a bigger sports nut than me. The Jeff Potunas Family
October 20, 2011
Rest in peace my dear friend! I will miss you deeply! Love and prayers to your family!
October 20, 2011
I like to think of Mike, sipping a Black & Tan at Club Lucky, a smile on his face.
Prayers to your family
Miriam Weller and David Nanberg
Janine Bennett
October 20, 2011
My prayers go out to his family.
Brenda Humphrey
October 20, 2011
RIP Michael. My hugs and prayers to your family
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