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Michael P. Tiscia, 95, of Stamford, CT, passed away peacefully, at home, on October 2, 2025.
Mike was born on August 14, 1930, in Stamford, CT, the son of the late Nazzario Tiscia and Carmela DiCarlo Tiscia. He graduated from Stamford High School in 1948 and proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954. During his service, he was hand selected to the elite unit Honor Guard, where he stood watch at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider at Arlington National Cemetery, He was later stationed in Hokkaido, Japan.
Mike was best known in the Stamford community as the owner and operator of Cipri's /Mike's Pizza on the West Side, a gathering place for family and friends for many years.
He enjoyed spending his spare time honing the neighborhood kids baseball skills at Lione Park. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing cards with his many buddies, as well as traveling with family and friends.
Mike is survived by his children and their spouses: Michael (Beth) Tiscia, David (Karie) Tiscia, and Lisa (Frank) DeNicola. He was a proud grandfather to Ryan (Meagan) Tiscia, Kevin (Marisa) Tiscia, Matthew Tiscia, Karlie (Ryan) Stone, Travis (Lindsay) DeNicola, Tyler DeNicola, and Camryn (Matthew) Conte. He was also blessed with five great-grandsons, along with many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 59 years, Gloria Cipri Tiscia, as well as his siblings, Vincent, Anthony, Samuel, Peter, Jen Hanrahan, Grace Tiscia, and Gertrude Zoppi. His in-laws the Cipri family.
Family and friends may pay their respects on Sunday, October 5, from 1:00-4:00 pm at Lacerenza Macari Family Funeral Home, in Stamford, CT. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, October 6, at 11:00 am at Sacred Heart Church, Stamford, CT. Burial will be private.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the hospice nurses with RVNA, Right at Home, and especially his private caregivers for their compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in Mike's name.
To leave an online condolence, please visit www.lacerenzafh.com .
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Jeffrey LoRusso
Earlier today
Dear Tiscia Family,
Very sorry to hear about Mike. He was such a nice man. I'll never forget what an all around help and good friend he was to my Father when he was sick.
They don't make them like Mike Tiscia anymore.
My sincere condolences,
Jeff LoRusso
Robert Martino
Earlier today
To the Tiscia Family-
So sorry to hear of Mr. Tiscia passing- I always remember him when we used to play on Golf View- he would come home in his restaurant whites and play with the dog in the front yard. Always smiling! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Rob & Danielle Martino
Paula Gentile
Yesterday
To the Tiscia family sorry to hear of Dads passing he was a good friend and mentor to my husband Michael my prayers are with you at this time may the lord give you comfort in knowing he is with him and all his glory
Morris Haith
Yesterday
My sincere condolences to the family of Mike Tiscia.
Mike was always kind and knew how to lighten up your day with a welcoming smile and delicious pizza.
Rich Moavero
Yesterday
David and family,
Sorry to hear about your father, he was one of the good ones!
RIP Mr. Tiscia
Bob Mayerick
Yesterday
Dave and Family, our condolences to you and your Family on your Dad´s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Bob and Laurie
Deborah l Buckman
October 4, 2025
Micheal I´m so sorry for the loss of your daddy I´m always here if you need anything xxxoooo
Albertajbove
October 4, 2025
Knew Mike through my cousin Michael Dante and has the pleasure of spending time in California with him at Michael´s house. We are wonderful guy. May he rest in peace Condolences to his family. Played golf with Gloria also.
Michael J Calorossi
October 4, 2025
Sending condolences to Mike's entire family. I grew up knowing Mike through my dad. He was a legend as Mr. West Side and Mr. Pizza. Thanks for all the memories, including his dedication to Toy-for-Tots. RIP Mike
Karen gorman
October 4, 2025
Sorry for your loss Lisa your Dad was a great man knew him for many years
Joe Rich jr.
October 4, 2025
My prayers and thoughts are with Dave and the rest of the family.
Charles & Darlene Massari Treadway
October 4, 2025
Many great memories with your Dad & Mom, Our Deepest condolences to the family. Prayers May he rest in peace with the Angels.
David Cingari
October 4, 2025
Mike, David, Lisa and familes I am so sorry to hear about your dads passing. He is an absolute legend in ths town and touched so many people with his gentle nature and kind spirit. I loved seeing and talkin to him back in the hockey days. I know that all your amazing memories and his recipes of his will stay in your hearts forever.
Dante Fedeli
October 4, 2025
Mr. Tiscia by far made the best pizza in town. He was always at the baseball games smiling and conversing with everyone. Many great memories from baseball and picking up pizza at Cipri's Friday evenings. A great conversationalist and role model. rest in peace Mr. Tiscia. Your dad will be sorely missed guys.
Michael Portanova
October 4, 2025
Deepest condolences on your loss. Thoughts and prayers for all.
With Sympathy,
Michael, Robin, Anthony and Nicholas Portanova
Kevin P Roones
October 4, 2025
To Michael, Lisa, Karie, and families, sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gloria and Joe Sinaguglia
October 3, 2025
Dear Michael and Tiscia Family,
We are so sorry to read of your loss. Sending our condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Rosemarie Blosio
October 3, 2025
Dear David, Kari and Tiscia Family
I am truly sorry to learn of your Dad's passing
My prayers and thoughts are with you all .
Sincere condolences
Rosemarie Blosio and Family
Mike and Judy Tamburri
October 3, 2025
To the Tiscia family,
We had the honor of sitting with Mike at the Settefratese Club on Virgil St when Mikes best friend was there, Michael Dante. They were so happy to be together and Mike told me many stories of them when they were young friends. I loved hearing all the stories.. we all loved Cipris Pizza growing up on Virgil St. Rest In Peace Mike....
Brenda Buggisch
October 3, 2025
Lisa and family,
I am so very sorry . Your parents were such wonderful people. I so enjoyed how they supported all the boys during hockey season. R.I.P
Sincerely
The Buggisch family
A Grateful American
October 3, 2025
Thank you dear soldier for proudly serving our country & for standing watch over our Unknown soldier. May you now rest in eternal peace.
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