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1949

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2024

Michael Cristaldi Obituary

Cristaldi, Michael T., - of Margate , passed away Friday, April 12th, surrounded by family and friends. He was born on October 14th 1949, son of the late Thomas and Stella (Fanelli) Cristaldi. Michael was the proud owner of Cristaldi Builders, and a respected pillar of the Margate community. He is a Navy Veteran. He served dutifully on the Margate Planning and Zoning Board for over a decade. He loved woodworking, wine making, collectibles, traveling, gardening, and most of all, enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Janet; and his sister Josephine. He is survived by his brother Lucian; and his children Michael L. (Stacey) Cristaldi, Thomas J. Cristaldi, and Melissa (Daniel) Little. He is the loving Pop Pop of Tyler, James, John, Hanna, and Stella. He is also survived by many dear nephews and nieces. The family wishes to extend our deepest thanks to Clever Awuku and Cherry Johnson, and to the Angelic Hospice team, especially Natalie and Anna, for the tremendous love and care you gave to our dear father. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial contribution to Abramson Cancer Center at Penn (www.pennmedicine.org/cancer/giving) or Habitat for Humanity (https://www.habitatphiladelphia.org/donate/). A visitation will be held on Saturday, April 20th from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by Mass at 11 a.m., at Blessed Sacrament Church, Margate. Arrangements by the George H. Wimberg Funeral Home, Linwood – Ventnor. Condolences may be extended to the family at ghwimberg.com.

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City from Apr. 16 to Apr. 18, 2024.

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Walt Miller

April 12, 2025

To all that had the pleasure to know him:
It is hard to believe that it has been a year since Mike has left us to join Janet, his family and friends who have passed on. We still have the fond memories of his knowledge, compassion and friendship that will last the rest of our lives. He is sadly missed but never forgotten.

Carol Carlucci

April 21, 2024

I knew Mike in the business setting and he often hired us to do concrete and masonry work for some of his projects. What a nice guy. . .always honest and kind. He would often give me a bottle of his homemade wine - delicious. I'll miss his smile and jovial spirit. My deepest condolences to the family of this wonderful man. Carol Carlucci

Ashley Berry

April 18, 2024

I´ll never forget sitting around Mr. Cristaldi´s garage with the old Quincy Ave crew. That man was hilarious. Truly one of a kind. Prayers to the family.

Sonny Mottola

April 17, 2024

So sorry that´s such a great man has left us all. For the people that got to meet Michael We all were very lucky. A true craftsman as well as a true friend. Sadly will be missed, but never forgotten in all of our hearts. My love goes out to his family and his dear friend Johanna. I´m thankful for his friendship as another craftsman and Friend. Thank you,Sonny Mottola

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Apr

20

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Blessed Sacrament Church

Margate, NJ

Apr

20

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

Blessed Sacrament Church

Margate, NJ

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