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1958
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2022
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Michael Defelice Obituary
He was born Dec.10, 1958 to Joseph C. "Yates" and Emogene (Sloniger) Defelice in Punxsutawney.
Mike was a jack of all trades and master of none. He always told everyone that he attended "Yates University". Mike was always into helping the community or people in some fashion. He was a Young township Supervisor, owner of Thermal Guard Building Products, Yates Excavation and many other businesses. Mike gave his all into every project, person and business. Most of all, he loved his family and adored his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Donna (Cheravich) Defelice of Punxsutawney, whom he married Sept. 22, 1979, a daughter Lindsay M. Kendra, and husband Marty, of Punxsutawney, a son Chase M. Defelice and wife Brandi of Harrisburg, 10 grandchildren, Carter and Averie Defelice, Gabriella Kendra, Kenlie Defelice, Greyson Kendra, Parker Defelice, Cooper Defelice Elerie Defelice, twins Annelie, Adalie Defelice, two brothers and eight sisters, Rose Handyside and husband Jim, Punxsutawney, Patricia Benninger and husband Bill, Brockport, Michelle Dobson, Rochester, Joseph Defelice and wife Ruth, Punxsutawney, Delores Defelice, Punxsutawney, Anthony Defelice and wife Dawn, Punxsutawney, Mary Ann Lewis and husband Bud, NC, Diane Powell and husband Keith, Punxsutawney, Susan Gomola and husband Jerry, Punxsutawney, Lill Cameron and husband Bret, Punxsutawney, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Pasquale "Butch" Defelice.
A Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Cosmas and Damian Catholic Church, Punxsutawney, with Monsignor Joseph Riccardo, and Fr. William Laska celebrants. Internment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Punxsutawney.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
The McCabe Funeral Home Inc., of Punxsutawney, have been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Timothy Vadasy
December 31, 2023
I miss you my dear friend
Julie Pape
January 7, 2022
my dear Donna your family and Mikes brothers and sisters, I am so sorry to hear of Mike passing , it hurts my heart deeply for all of you. Mike was an amazing man, (and so much reminded me of Yates, his father. ) You are so lucky to have had such a good man as a husband, father, grand father, brother. I remeber him as a very kind, gentle man and I know how much he will be missed by everyone.
I pray God guides you and gives you the strength to continue each day, knowing that Mike is in peace with God and will be with you in your heart every single day going forward. Always believe and trust in the Lord, he will get you through this and i will continue to pray for Mike.
May God Bless you and keep you safe. My prayers are with you and my heart is heavy.
Sincerely with Love,
Julie Pape
Maryann Capozzoli Jarusinski
January 7, 2022
Donna: So sorry for your loss u were blessed to have a good husband. I always remember how nice he was to my dad Dominic and how he would talk to him. That always stuck in my mind. Your in our prayers
Renee Muto Garvin
January 7, 2022
Please accept my family's condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all
Edward States
January 6, 2022
Will miss you Mike remember the 1970's and Yates university.
LARRY AND SHARON SNYDER
January 6, 2022
SO SORRY WITH SYMPATHY !!!
Bethe Taylor
January 6, 2022
My deepest sympathy goes out to Donna and the Defelice family. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kenneth Bowser
January 6, 2022
I offer my deepest sympathies to the Defelice family on Mike passing. I only recently met Mike through some real estate ventures but in that time it was unbelievable to me what all he was involved in and his generosity to people. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Ronald Astorino
January 6, 2022
Donna and family, Doreen and I wish to offer our sympathy and condolences, kindness, generosity, empathy, shall be his legacy, May Jesus wrap him in his arms tonight, Rest In Peace Mike
Debra Hinds Larson
January 5, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear of Mike's passing.Sympathy to the Defelice family's, Rest in peace ..
Marcella Hobba
January 5, 2022
My deepest sympathies to Donna and the Defelice family. I am very saddened to learn of his passing. Mike was always very kind, thoughtful, and a great friend to me and my husband Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you with strength and give you peace as you carry on in his memory.
Ernie Certo
January 5, 2022
I´m so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. He will be missed by many in our town. May memories comfort you and your family in your loss.
Joseph Capozzoli
January 5, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Donna and the family. Mike was a true friend to my dad, who had the deepest respect for Mike. I will never forget the Caring, thoughtful person that Mike was. God bless you Mike.
Diane Hanley
January 5, 2022
My heart is so sad to hear of Mike's passing. He was a Great Man with generosity like no other. His heart was caring, thoughtful and kind. He was always there for my Dad and our family. I am so fortunate to have known him and he be a part of my life. I will forever remember him. God Bless his family. May God give you the strength to continue on with his memories. Prayers that you have more smiles than tears as you think of him in the days ahead. Rest in eternal peace Mike with your loved ones. I will see you again on the other side one day.
Shelly (Sloniger) Lerch
January 5, 2022
It was a sad shock to see this obituary this morning. My cousin Mike was a kind and ambitious man, who will be very much missed by his family and friends. My deepest condolences. Sincerely, Shelly Sloniger-Lerch
Timmy Vadasy
January 5, 2022
I am truly heartbroken hearing my friend Mike passed away . He was always so kind to me .and quick to lend a helping hand with anything and so generous. I always enjoyed meeting at Lilly's in the morning for breakfast .he would always make room at the table he was sitting at for me or anyone else . He always loved when I would bring him something I canned especially my pickled beets . It will be difficult going there . Fly high my friend Mike until we meet again love you Brother.
Kim and Mike Carcella, (Jims Glass Shop)
January 5, 2022
My deepest sympathy to the Defelice family, our thoughts and prayers will be with Mike and his family, so very sorry for your loss!
Diane Laska Marsh
January 5, 2022
In shock and sadness, I send my deepest sympathy and condolences to Donna, their children and all the Defelice Family. I've known Mike all my life and he has became close to all the Laska Family. We will miss his visits on Sunday and his contributions of fresh veggies and fruit, and wine. Such a good person and friend, not to mention all he has done for this community. God Bless and keep him.
Diane Laska Marsh
January 5, 2022
With much sadness and shock ...I will say, I have known Mike all my life and he became very close to the Laska Family. We enjoyed his company most Sundays and appreciate his contribution of fresh veggies and fruit. With much sadness and condolences to all of Mike's family, know he will be never be forgotten.
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