Michael J Colletta

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael J. Colletta, beloved father to Mailyn, son to Marilyn and Joseph, brother to Peter, and friend to many, who left us on March 7, 2025, at the age of 50.
Born on August 1, 1974, in Smithtown, NY, Michael was raised in the community he loved. He was a proud graduate of Smithtown High School West and went on to earn his Bachelor's degree from SUNY Oswego, where he was an active member of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity, forging lifelong friendships. His passion for education led him to further his studies, earning a Master's degree from Stony Brook University, and he pursued his calling as a technology education teacher.
Michael began his teaching career at Smithtown Accompsett Middle School, where he had once been a student himself. It was there that he made a lasting impact on the lives of countless students, inspiring a love of learning and technology. Michael was dedicated to his students, coaching girls' lacrosse for many years, running the middle school talent show, and guiding the robotics team to success.
Outside of the classroom, Michael was deeply involved in his community. He served as a trustee for The Swan Lake Park Civic Association from 2015 to 2023, volunteering his time and skills to improve his neighborhood. Whether it was building parade floats, restoring parts of the community house, or organizing fundraisers, Michael was always ready to lend a hand to help make his community a better place.
Michael was an avid drummer, and music played a central role in his life. He enjoyed sharing this passion with friends and family, particularly with his daughter, Mailyn, with whom he shared a special bond. Michael's greatest love in life was his daughter. Together, they enjoyed vacations, from magical trips to Disney to fun-filled line dancing at Rocking Horse. They were an inseparable duo, an unstoppable team.
Michael's bond with his older brother, Peter, was a cornerstone of Michael's life. Peter was not only Michael's older brother but also his best friend, a constant source of support and companionship.
Michael's legacy will be remembered for his laughter, his zest for life, and his larger-than-life personality. He lived life with an infectious energy, always reminding others to laugh, dance, and smile, while embracing the important things in life and letting go of the small stuff. His generosity, warmth, and love will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Mailyn, his father, Joseph and his wife, Joan, his brother, Peter, and sister-in-law, Kelly, and his cherished niece, Katie.
Rest in peace, Michael. Your legacy lives on in your daughter, your students, your friends, and all those whose lives you touched. Michael will be at rest with his mother at St. Charles Cemetery.