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2018

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Michael Cannizzaro Obituary

Michael J. Cannizzaro Michael J. Cannizzaro, 51, of Tolland, beloved husband of Tricia (Handy) Cannizzaro, passed why on Wednesday, July 4, 2018. He was born November 10, 1966, in Albany, NY, son of Rosemary (Flaherty) Pittman and the late Richard Cannizzaro. He graduated West Point in 1989 and served in the US Army during the Persian Gulf War. He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs, Celtics and Red Sox fan. What Michael enjoyed doing most in his spare time was coaching youth football and basketball in Tolland. Besides his loving wife Tricia, he is survived by his children Olivia, Aidan, and Gavin, his mother Rosemary Pittman, his sister Rose Ellen Stephenson, his brother Peter Cannizzaro, his niece Sofia and nephews Vicent and Tony; as well as extended family and friends. Celebration of Mike's life will be at 7pm, Friday, July 13, at Coach's Grill, 135th & Antioch.

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Published by Kansas City Star from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2018.

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D D

July 17, 2018

I will miss you brother.

July 13, 2018

My sympathy to the family during this time of grief. May God's loyal love comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalms 119:76)

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Jan Mabe Liu

July 13, 2018

Ro, so very sorry for your loss. Last time I saw your son he was a teenager playing in your pool and Rich was still going strong. You raised a fine man who is mourned by many. He looks so much like his dad. My deepest condolences to you, his wife and family.

Edward Niemczura

July 12, 2018

Hail and farewell, Mike. You were a real gentleman.

Ed, Barclay Co.

Linton's

July 10, 2018

Mike is already missed... All of our love to you, Tricia, Liv, Aidan & Gavin ~ Mark, Holly, Casey & Noah

July 9, 2018

Dear Trish and family. It's been many years since you moved from Londonderry to Connecticut. My heart goes out to you and the family for the loss of Mike. He was such a great man.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our deepest sympathies, Kathleen, Vanessa and Alex Doucette

July 9, 2018

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

July 8, 2018

DearvTricia, our deepest sympathy to you & your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Adrienne's mom & dad

Florrie Gurnon

July 8, 2018

Tricia and family,
WE are so sorry for your loss of a life who's smile could Brighton a room.
May God surround you with love and peace at this difficult time.
Sending prayers and hugs.
Warmly, Florrie

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