Michael C. Martinelli

Michael C. Martinelli obituary

Michael C. Martinelli

Michael Martinelli Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by John M. Dobrinick Funeral Home, Inc. on Sep. 30, 2025.
Michael C. Martinelli, age 53, of Murrysville passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Mike was born on October 12, 1971 in Jeannette the son of Calvin and Nancy (Polumbo) Martinelli of Greensburg. Mike was an elementary school teacher with the Penn-Trafford School District, currently at Trafford Elementary School. He also worked part-time as an assistant with the John M. Dobrinick Funeral Home Inc. Mike loved to golf and hunt. In addition to his parents, Mike is survived by his children Dominic Martinelli and Sofia Martinelli of Harrison City; his sister Gina (Martinelli) Ross (Shawn) of Greensburg and nephews Benjamin, Nathan and his niece Gabriella. At the request of Mike's family there will be no visitation and all services are private. The John M. Dobrinick Funeral Home Inc., 702 7th Street Trafford 412-372-3111 is assisting the family with arrangements. www.DobrinickFHInc.com

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October 18, 2025

Denise Bracovich Braaten posted to the memorial.

October 1, 2025

Tami (Ohler) Slingluff posted to the memorial.

October 1, 2025

Family of Xavier Wade (previous student) posted to the memorial.

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Denise Bracovich Braaten

October 18, 2025

Deepest sympathy for your family, friends and students. RIP Mike. Ty for being a friend at IUP...always smiling!

Tami (Ohler) Slingluff

October 1, 2025

My deepest sympathies to Michael“s family. (HAHS Class of 90)

Family of Xavier Wade (previous student)

October 1, 2025

God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lori (kashin) Bell

September 30, 2025

So sorry to hear about Mike, I went to school with him. He is way to young to be gone. I am so sorry for your loss!

Joanne Friedman

September 30, 2025

Enjoyed having you as my neighbor. My heart hurts for you and your family.
Joanne Friedman
Marquis place

James Draskovich

September 30, 2025

I am so saddened to hear of your passing. Rest in peace, Mike. I (HAHS Class of 1990) have very positive memories of our youth and your part in those memories, particularly our passion for basketball. My prayer is for extended family during this difficult time. God bless- James Draskovich of Tampa, FL

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