Michael J. DeFelice III

Michael J. DeFelice III obituary, Millville, NJ

Michael J. DeFelice III

Michael DeFelice Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Christy Funeral Home - Millville on Jun. 18, 2024.

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Michael J. DeFelice III, age 70, of Sicklerville, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, June 12th, 2024. He was born on Sunday, February 7th, 1954 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Michael J. DeFelice Jr. and Antoinette DeFelice.
Michael was a beloved jeweler, working at Bailey, Banks, and Bittle in Cherry Hill, NJ. In addition to his work, he also had a passion for music and worked as a DJ throughout the 1980s and 1990s. He enjoyed watching Spongebob, painting, and taking care of his Macaw parrots Roscoe and Skittles.
He is survived by his partner Robert Capps, sister Linda Fricano, uncle Daniel DeTetta, many DeTetta cousins, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, as well as his brothers Garry and Craig DeFelice.
A viewing will be held at Christy Funeral Home, 11 West Broad St., Millville, NJ on Thursday, June 20th, 2024 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am. Mausoleum entombment will follow at Greenwood Memorial Park, Millville. Memories of Michael and condolences for his family may be shared on the tribute wall. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
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