Michael Ernest Macali

Michael Ernest Macali obituary, Laguna Hills, CA

Michael Ernest Macali

Michael Macali Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Connor Mortuary - Laguna Hills Chapel & Mortuary on Jan. 12, 2024.

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Our beloved son, Michael Ernest Macali, was born on September 15, 1982 in Mission Viejo, CA. He left this earth peacefully in his sleep on January 5, 2024 in Lake Forest, CA.
Mike is survived by his father and mother, Richard and Pamela Macali, and sister, Charla (Macali) Thatcher. Other surviving family members include cousins Janice Larrazolo and her husband Anthony; Robert Radomski and his wife Stephanie; Kyle and Lauren Larrazolo; Jessica Radomski; Melanie and Sadie Macali; Amanda ( Macali) Emmerson. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Dean and Diane Macali; maternal grandparents, Charles and Elizabeth (Fish) Dwyer; step dad, Thomas Dwyer; uncles Robert and Ernest Macali; and aunt Mary Lou Radomski.
Mike attended RH Dana Elementary School, Serrano Middle School, El Toro High School, and Saddleback Transition.
In his younger life, Mike participated in many activities including: Challenger Baseball, Special Camp, Young Life, High Rollers, and Lighthouse. More recently, his time was spent with his "Country Family" listening to live music, going to concerts and enjoying the friends he met.
We were very proud of Mike's accomplishments. He worked at Regal Cinemas, now Cinemark, in Foothill Ranch for 22 years. He, bravely, moved into his own apartment 11 years ago and loved the independence.
More importantly, we were proud of the caring and giving young man he became. He had many friends and touched many lives.
Funeral service will be at 10:00am on January 29 at O'Connor Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Pkwy, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, followed by a graveside service at 12:30pm at Ascension Cemetery, 24754 Trabuco Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630. There will be a Celebration of Michael's Life afterward at 1:30pm at Big Shots Bar & Grill, 23512 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630.

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January 30, 2024

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Christopher Warren peckham

January 30, 2024

Love u and miss u buddy I will never forget u buddy

Tiffany avery

January 29, 2024

I want to high school with him he was one my friends he made me laugh and so much more I will miss so much

Kathy laviollette

January 28, 2024

Mike will always be special to me. I hope he knew how special, and important he made me feel. RIP Mike

Angie Sampson

January 28, 2024

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Christopher Warren peckham

January 24, 2024

I met Mike when I was 4 years old at rh Dana and we had talked up until the day he died he was my absolute best friend in the world and I miss him so much

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January 15, 2024

I am so blessed to have known Michael, as his teacher and in the years since his time in high school where I would bump into him ( as would be expected such as the movie theater where he worked) or at the OC swap meet sporting his new cool chair, or in Las Vegas of all places. Tam and I cherish every memory of this incredible young man and have such respect for Pam and the enduring strength and love she had for Michael. It is a sad time as we miss our dear friend. But the Psalms say "my flesh and my heart fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." Ps. 73:26
Peace is offered even at this time. May we all sense this peace.

Liv Hurt

January 14, 2024

I worked with Michael for a few years at Regal before it was a silly Cinemark. He always came in with a smile on his face and was indiscriminately friendly to EVERYONE. He was genuine, reliable and a pillar of Regal. He´ll be missed there deeply, and I´m thankful to have known him.

Sadie Macali

January 13, 2024

My heart goes out to Aunt Pam, Uncle Rick, and Charla Beth. Michael was my first cousin and although we didn´t get to see each other much, he made a point to keep in contact with me via Facebook as he wanted to just check in with me from time to time and I would always feel happier after chatting with him as he was just a very bright light in this sometimes not so bright world we live in. Despite challenges, he was determined to live life to the fullest and he was an extremely funny, happy, and loving individual. I´ll never forget that inner spark he had in him. Rest in peace Cousin Michael, I love you

Barbara Schulman

January 13, 2024

As a teacher, you could not have known a nicer or sweeter young man.

Sandy.

January 13, 2024

I met Mike many times at country bars and dances. He was always happy to see everyone. I loved that late at night he would often text me and we would chat for ages. Miss you. I hope you are dancing in the clouds, my friend. Xxx

Daniele

January 13, 2024

He was ,along with Pam a staple at our line dancing events and listening to Country music. Thank you Pam for always bringing him

Sheryl

January 13, 2024

We went to high school together for 4 years he was like my brother. He always protected and watched over me. He was one of my best friends, and I will miss him dearly.
Sheryl Hickman

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