Michael Anthony Magasano

Michael Anthony Magasano obituary, South Daytona, FL

Michael Anthony Magasano

Michael Magasano Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Alavon Direct Cremation Service - Orange City on Jan. 29, 2025.

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Michael Anthony Magasano, 48 of Melbourne, Florida passed away January 24, 2025. Michael was born June 19, 1976 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois to Larry and Beth Ann Magasano. He served his country in the United States Navy from 1996 to 2005. Michael was a proud Veteran and patriot. His military service took him on travels around the world with much of his time spent on the USS Kitty Hawk.
Michael was a skilled Electrical Engineer, focusing on avionics, systems and design. Over the years, he held rewarding positions with numerous organizations, including the US Navy and NASA. Michael loved his dogs, Silas and the late Chi-Chi as they were his constant and favorite companions.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his two brothers Mark Magasano of St. Louis, Missouri and Robert Magasano (Shana Lewis) of Madison, Wisconsin; nephew and godson Nicholas Magasano of Nashville, Tennessee; niece Danielle Magasano (Alec Craig) of Madison, Wisconsin; aunt Mary Lu Denny and uncle Jim Denny of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is preceded in death by beloved grandparents and uncles.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that you please consider a donation in Michael's honor to The 22 Project, an organization dedicated to helping and assisting Veterans with PTSD and other mental health conditions. You can donate by clicking the link below. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of MICHAEL, please visit our floral store.

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