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Michael Lally Obituary

9/20/1950 - 12/28/2025

FLORIDA/GENEVA - Michael D. Lally II, 75, succumbed to his illness after a valiant battle with cancer on December 28, 2025, with his devoted family by his side.

Mike began his career and family in Geneva, New York as a bricklayer. In 1984, he moved his family to South Florida where he began a lengthy career as a luxury home builder for 40 years. He embraced opportunity fiercely, worked tirelessly and never shied away from taking risks. He built a business based solely on referrals and was a highly sought after and respected builder. He selflessly contributed to home building for veterans and those in need through Every Dream Has A Price, Inc. Also during that time, he co-owned Fox Run Vineyards in Geneva, helping to build that business, partnered in several other business ventures, and became a licensed Coast Guard captain, and an honorary St. Lucie County Deputy Sheriff.

He brought energy and charisma into every room he entered and every adventure he was on. Whether it was hitting the Las Vegas strip, air boating and nabbing a 12-foot alligator, hog hunting, or spending hours fishing on Lake Okeechobee or Headwaters Lake, his passion for life was evident. He had a quick wit and a gift for connecting with people, making strangers friends and moments into memories. If you were in his corner, you were there for life.

A proud Italian American, Mike's life was defined by immense generosity, unapologetically strong opinions, resilience, and an unmistakeable joy and zeal for living. His life story is filled with traditions: Sunday and holiday family dinners, laughter, shared stories and spirited exchange of views. He was a member of the St. Helen Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.

But his greatest joy and accomplishment was the tight-knit family he adored. Mike is survived by his wife of 54 years, Nancy Treadwell Lally; his son Dan and daughter-in-law Jennifer; and two grandsons Daniel Jr. and Justin. He is also survived by his sisters Michele Lally Allen (Mike) and Melanie Lally Kransler (Bryan); and nephews Mathew Allen and Michael Colizzi (Brooke). He was predeceased by his parents Mike Lally Sr. and Barbara Lally.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the conservation efforts of Ducks Unlimited (www.ducks.org) or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (pancan.org)

Celebration of Life

January 31, 2026

1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (speakers at 1:15 p.m.)

Fairwinds Golf Course

Gazebo behind the Rusty Putter Restaurant

4400 Fairwinds Drive

Fort Pierce, FL 34946

In honor of Mike's vibrant spirit -we encourage guests to wear bright or light colors, or something joyful.

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

Published by Finger Lakes Times on Jan. 16, 2026.

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Kathy Guererri Heatherly

January 25, 2026

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Joe Passalacqua

January 20, 2026

Went thru school with Mike! Great friend!

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Fairwinds Golf Course

4400 Fairwinds Drive, Fort Pierce, FL

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