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Michael Altobello Obituary

Altobello, Michael J.

Michael J. Altobello of Stony Point passes away suddenly on Tuesday October 16 at home. He was 57. Michael was born in Dayton, Ohio to James and Barbara (Jennings) Altobello. He was currently operating a bread route for Freihofer-Arnold Bread Company. Although the depot was based in Rockland County Michael operated his route in New Jersey. Michael loved sports and was a diehard Red Sox and Patriots Fan. He loved spending time with his granddaughters and was a lover of animals.

Michael is survived by his wife of 20 years, Joanne; a daughter Kimberly Dunkel and her husband Michael of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY; a son Craig Resta of Middletown, NY; granddaughters Haley, Carley, Jenna, Molly, Addison, Emily; brothers Donald, Robert, Charles; a sister Susan and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his father James.

Family and friends may visit Sunday 2-4 and 7-9pm at the T.J. McGowan Sons FH GARNERVILLE. A Funeral Service will be held Sunday October 21, 2012 at 8pm in the chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Warren Brandt officiating. Interment will be private. Donations may be made in his memory to the Hi-Tor Animal Care Cntr. 65 Firemen's Memorial Dr. Pomona, NY 10970.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Journal News from Oct. 19 to Oct. 20, 2012.

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Kim Dunkel

November 13, 2012

Ok Apa. This guest book will be gone soon. I just wanted to say hi one more time and tell you I miss you. Cannot believe that you are really gone. Life will always be different.without you here ... I hope
You are resting in peace. Xoxo. Love always, Kim

Angela Resta

October 22, 2012

Apa we miss you so much! We love you so much and will forever miss you! We will miss the Boboli pizzas and the waterfalls in the pool. You are the best Apa EVER! <3 Haley and Jenna Resta and Angela, too!

October 22, 2012

Joanne,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

Dr. Kass and staff

Lisa Altobello

October 21, 2012

Joanne, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Diane Dufault

October 20, 2012

Joanne,
My family and I send you our prayers and virtual hugs at this difficult time. I grew up across the street from Michael and his family and have fond memories of michael. God bless him and all of you!

Diane Quintin Dufault

Joan Alessi

October 20, 2012

Joanne
My sysmpathy to you and the entire family. May he rest in peace.

Kim (Carley, Molly, Addison and Mike) Dunkel

October 20, 2012

Hi Apa, I love you so much and miss you. I wish I could see you one more time. You are forever in our hearts. Xoxo

October 20, 2012

Joanne,
I was so sad to hear the news of Mike's passing. Donald and I had such a wonderful time with the two of you in August and I am so glad we were able to spend that time together. My thoughts and prayers are with you. We will see you soon. With sympathy, Diane

Cathy Alessi Kearney

October 19, 2012

Joanne, So sorry for your loss, Thinking of you and your family.

Barbara & Ron Casalinuovo

October 19, 2012

Dear Joanne,
You and your family are in our thoughts
and prayers during this difficult time.
May the memories that remain in your
heart of Michael keep you strong; and
may God give you the courage and ability to live on in your life thru
your family and grandchildren. Warmest
regards, Barbara & Ron Casalinuovo

Dan Modica

October 19, 2012

Rest in Peace Mike....in heaven there are no alarm clocks and they deliver the bread for you, the aisles wont be the same with out you

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