On Aug. 27, 1988, Mike married the love of his life, best friend and soul mate, Kathleen Anne Collins, in Crystal Lake, Ill. Over 33 years of marriage, they were blessed with three beautiful children.

There was nothing Mike loved more than spending time with his family. His passions included traveling the world, hunting, fishing and cooking. Mike was also a University of Wisconsin Badgers fan.

Mike was the founder and operator of Milio's Sandwiches, formerly known as Big Mike's Super Subs.

After 31 years he retired to his lake home in La Valle, Wis., with his loving wife, Kathleen.

Big Mike enjoyed life to the fullest. He brought a smile and positive attitude everywhere he went.

He is survived by his wife, Kathleen; their daughter, Kelly (Mike) Parisi; granddaughter, Amelia; son, David Liautaud (Audrey Bork); daughter, Julie Liautaud (Tyki Jackson-Hodges); and siblings, John (Karen) Liautaud, Steve (Fran) Liautaud, Dan Liautaud, and Beth Liautaud. Mike is also survived by his many nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents; and son, Scott Michael Liautaud.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, Nov. 17, from 4 p.m.-8 p.m. at the FARBER FUNERAL HOME in Reedsburg, Wis.

A Mass for Michael will be held at 11 a.m., with a visitation to precede at 10 a.m., on Thursday, Nov. 18, at HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 310 Bluff St., La Valle, WI 53941, with Father Sanctus K. Ibe officiating.

Mike will be buried at Oak Lawn Cemetery in La Valle, Wis.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Boy & Girls Club of West Central Wisconsin - Reedsburg/ Sauk County.

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

Published by Madison.com on Nov. 14, 2021.

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David M Driscoll

January 21, 2023

Just found out that Mike passed. I am truly shocked and sorry to hear that a life long friend is gone. I will always remember you and the good times we had together back in Hoffman Estates/Schaumburg and your brothers John, Steve, Danny and sister Beth. Sincerely David Driscoll

Terri Venden

November 14, 2021

Years ago, Mike and Kathleen were a couple doors away from me on Schumann Drive in Madison. We were neighbors and Mike was such a wonderful influence on my son Kyle. He used to take him out to the candy store in West Town Mall in Madison and then have him sit in his house and talk with him. This was before their daughter Kelly was born. It was wonderful for my son. His Dad was gone on business a lot and it meant everything to Kyle. Kyle passed away almost 4 years ago. I want to think that they are having a bag of candy together. What a precious man and a loving man. Thank you Mike! I have thought of you so much over the past years and I am sorry to know that you are no longer with us. Kathleen and family, you have my sincere condolences. I really appreciated our friendship.
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