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Michael Repoli Obituary

REPOLI, Michael Michael Repoli, 58, died on Friday (November 7, 2008) having accepted his death from cancer with the courage of a lion. Mike was born in Hartford, graduated from Penney High School, East Hartford in 1968 and had lived in Manchester for over 22 years. He served his country proudly and with distinction for 37 years as a full time technician with the Connecticut Air National Guard 103rd Fighter Wing in East Granby attaining the grade of Senior Master Sergeant. Throughout his career Mike deployed to many bases across the country and overseas for training, including to Kuwait in 1999 and Operation Iraqi Freedom where after his deployment he received the Air Force Commendation Medal. He received numerous other decorations and was honorably discharged following his retirement in January 2006. His leadership and inspiration as well as his good humor and constant wit have been missed ever since. Mike is survived by his parents Kenneth and Julie (Boucher) Repoli of East Hartford, his sister-in-law Diane Repoli of Manchester and his nephew and nieces Lisa, Laurie and Kevin. He was predeceased by his brother Craig Repoli. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from the John F. Tierney Funeral Home, 219 West Center St. Manchester with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Assumption 21 Adams St. South Manchester followed by burial with full Military Honors in East Cemetery, Manchester. Family and friends may call at the funeral home TODAY 2-4 p.m. & 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers Mike's family requests memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 1004 Meriden, CT 06450.

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Published by Hartford Courant from Nov. 9 to Nov. 11, 2008.

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Rachel (Durkin) Bickford

July 24, 2009

Such found memories of all the summers we spent with "Uncle Mike" at the trailor. my thoughts and prayers are with you all...

"There are places I remember, all my life, though some have changed. Some forever not for better, some are gone, and some remain. All these places have their moments, with lovers and friends, I still can recall. Some are dead, and some are living... in my life, I've loved them all." Lennon/McCartney

Jeffrey Cone

November 14, 2008

Mike, I have spent the last week going over all the good times we had together. Thank you for the fond memories and laughs. Your Trumbull street neighbor and friend. Jeff

Patti Civittolo

November 13, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Repoli - I was so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. I know from talking with my Mom daily how Mike was coping with great dignity and how you both were there with him. May you have some comfort knowing he is at peace. God Bless.
My deepest sympathy. Patti Civittolo(Mazzucchi)

Robert & Sandra Zukauskas

November 12, 2008

To Mike's family, Sandy and I would like to express our deepest sympathy. We'll always remember Mike for his warmth and hospitailty at work or out at the trailer. To Mike and his love for the Beatles, hope you have "Strawberry Fields forever!"

Donna Rivera

November 12, 2008

Dear Repoli Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Maxine Malenda

November 12, 2008

I will always remember you as Connecticut Mike, Patrick's best friend. I was sorry to hear of your passing! You will be loved and remembered!

November 12, 2008

Mike, you will be missed in so many ways. You are so loved.

Lee & Kay McClure

November 11, 2008

So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many.

Maureen Erbes

November 11, 2008

My Heart goes out to The Repoli Family knowing well what a void Mike's passing will leave in ALL Our lives. No one could have ever asked for a better and more loyal friend. His sense of humor and kind gentle ways will be sorely missed. Our loss is very well heavens gain
Maureen (Senatro) Erbes

Scott Luke

November 11, 2008

There are too many great things to say about Mike, more than I can express here. He taught me a great deal in our time together in the ANG. I will miss the humor, the wit and most of all the great discussions about his beloved New York Giants. May you forever have the best seat in the house my friend. You will be in our hearts forever.

Rocky and Monika Daigle

November 11, 2008

Our deepest condolences go out to the family, especially Kevin. We think and pray for you all at this very difficult time of loss. Love always: Rocky Monika and the kids.

John Fecteau

November 10, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a good friend to me and my family. We cherish the happy memories of our visits to Sun Valley. We had so much fun working together in the ANG. We will all miss his kindness, humor and generosity.

SMSgt Robert Wilson

November 10, 2008

Deepest sympathies to Mike’s family. For all of us who knew you, may we honor and remember our special memories of a dear and true friend. Godspeed.

Bill Conforte

November 10, 2008

My deepest sympathy to Mike's family and friends. Mike was my boss the entire time I was with the Guard. He was the best mentor and friend I had whether I knew it or not. He always made me laugh and I will never forget him not just as a boss but as someone who made me a better person. I am so sorry he is no longer with us!

Greg & Michele Boswell

November 10, 2008

To the Repoli Family,
Mike will be missed by all. He enlightened and educated us young Guardsmen. His witt and humor carried us through the day and after hours at the Zebra Club.

MSgt. Paul Michaud

November 10, 2008

To Mike's family and friends our deepest sympathies. Godspeed dear friend. Your laughter will be missed. From all of us in the Engine Shop.

ALBERT AND CHRISTINE WOODWORTH ,tech sgt retired

November 10, 2008

To the family of Mike Repoli: You can be proud of your son,Mike, our friend and mentor of many ! Mike was my first boss,when i was appointed to "house committe" of the infamous ZEBRA CLUB. Then i was hired as Bartender for eight enjoyable years. Mike was always on my case-- to keep the customers happy and the club clean. Mike always talked in a possitive professional manner to get his point accross. Just as he did two weeks ago when i talked to him at the hospital. Mike will live on with us in spirit as a GREAT AIR GUARDSMAN and FRIEND ! BLESS you one and All, In HIS Name..

Nelson Cheverier

November 10, 2008

To the Repoli Family, you you have my deepest sympathy. I will always remember Mike as witty friendly guy who made the time with the Air National Guard a pleasure. he will be missed.

Peter Lombardo

November 10, 2008

My sympathy to mike's family and friends ,consider this from all 1968 classmates of Penney High School who knew mike.

Ron and Joan Phenix

November 10, 2008

Mike was a very good and dear friend. He was always there when and if you needed him. His humor and wit will be greatly missed. It was great working and partying with him. Mike, Thanks for being a true friend.

John Mazzucchi

November 10, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Repoli, I was so sorry to hear of the news of Mike's passing. He put up a couragous battle with his illness and with the two of you always by his side, I am sure it made him feel so comfortable in dealing with his illness, especially in his final days. He is now at peace and reunited with his brother Craig. My heart goes out to both of you. May God Bless you and comfort you in these most trying times.

Mike at Al Jaber Air Base Kuwait - 1999

Colonel Fred Miclon

November 10, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Ken Repoli & Mrs. Diane Repoli, My deepest sympathies are with you during this difficult time. Know that Mike has touched a lot of lives yet was a very humble man. He achieved greatness in the things he did, both in service to his country and as a good friend and senior non-commissioned officer. I cannot count how many hours we spent in Maintenance Control laughing and joking with Mike, yet when it came time to get the job done he was always there for us. Mike was very well known and respected among all of the A-10 units around the country for his technical expertise and in-depth knowledge of his duties. You must be very proud of him and all he accomplished. I am proud to have served with him and of all the great things he did for the 103rd throughout his long career. We are the great nation we are today because of the selfless service of patriots like Mike. May he rest in peace.

Bob Twarkins

November 10, 2008

Deepest sympathy.

Bob Twarkins
CTANG (Ret)

THOMAS LOPARDO

November 9, 2008

Mike, it was an honor knowing you and working with you, especially getting through course eight together. Memories I will never forget. Sorry for not being there during your troubling times. Tom Lopardo, Ellenton Fl.

Richard (Joe Maz/Ernie) Mazinski

November 9, 2008

Mike (Rip-Kimmy) Repoli, So many good memories of you while working on the F-100 in munitions. Those days of working with you and the rest of the guys in armament were the best days for me in the CTANG. Will miss you dearly.

Joe Maz

Mike - on our wedding day, Oct 28, 1972

Louise French

November 9, 2008

Mike - you were my first true love, and despite the fact that we divorced and our lives took different paths so long ago, I was so pleased that we stayed in touch and kept our deep friendship alive. A piece of me goes with you, and I will miss you and your sense of humor forever. Love, Louise

Thomas Watras

November 9, 2008

Mike, it was an Honor and pleasure to work with you all those yrs. You made the job a little easier with your humor. With all the deployments we went on, your knowledge and expertise made things go a lot smoother. Well, my friend, you have left for your final deployment. May you find peace and comfort with the Lord. God Bless you Mike, until we meet again.

Jeanne Chasse

November 9, 2008

My sympathy to Julie and Kenneth on the death of your son..My prayers are with you on this very sad time.

Thomas Paine

November 9, 2008

Life is a story in volumes three
The past, the present, the yet to be.
The first we've written and laid away
The second we are reading day by day.
The third and last of the volumes three
Is locked from sight.
God keepeth the key.

Sharon Horan

November 9, 2008

Mike was a gentle soul with a kind heart, and always had a smile to offer...He will be missed..He, and his family, are in my prayers...

SMSgt Sharon Horan
CT ANG

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