Michael George "Mike" LaGrossa

Michael "Mike" George LaGrossa of Winter Park, FL passed away November 6, 2025 at the age of 78. Mike was born March 17, 1947 to Michael LaGrossa and Mildred Lamm LaGrossa in Washington, D.C. He graduated from Bladensburg High School in Maryland. Mike worked for the National Security Agency in Fort Meade, Maryland before and after serving his country in the United States Marine Corp. He moved to New Orleans, Louisiana and was employed with Levitz Furniture and Compass Furniture until his retirement in 2008. Shortly after his retirement, Mike and his wife Barbara moved to Winter Park, Florida. Mike's true joy was spending time with his wife, Barbara LaGrossa, with whom he was married to for 42 years. Mike was an avid thoroughbred horse racing enthusiast and loved all sports – especially his beloved Washington Redskins whose original moniker he preferred to use. Mike is survived by his loving wife Barbara, son Mike Justeniane (Katrina Green), daughter Kai Barrett (Blake). Mike was predeceased by his daughter Shannon Hidalgo (Ronnie) of Slidell, Louisiana. Mike is also survived by his sister Sharon Hayes (Roy, deceased) and nephew Michael Hayes of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Mike leaves behind four grandchildren that adored him, Burke, Delaney, Taylor, and Lacey. Mike is also survived by his dear friends that were family for many years – the Hatch Family, with whom Mike and Barbara shared deeply meaningful times and cherished memories. So many dear friends from all over the country will remember him fondly. He touched many lives with his generosity and passion for life. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.