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2019
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Michael Cristoforo Obituary
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for Michael Cristoforo
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Brad Bertoia
March 3, 2023
Mike and Anita,
Just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with both on the anniversary of Mikey's passing. You've both been incredibly strong in the face of the most difficult thing that a parent could ever imagine, the passing of their child. I will, and I hope that you can both celebrate some of the magical times that you enjoyed with Mikey.
Take care,
Brad Bertoia
Jackie & Mike Napoli
March 24, 2019
Mike and Anita, We are so sorry to hear about Mikey. I remember Mikey as such a gentle soul. My heart aches for your loss and I pray that your faith carries you.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;
Bryan and Cynthia Welle
March 19, 2019
We send our heartfelt condolences .
Eddie & Donna Driscoll
March 9, 2019
Dear Mike & Anita , there are no words in which we can express to lessen the pain you are all feeling. Please know that your entire family loves you very much and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 9, 2019
Mike and Anita, we are so saddened by the loss of Mikey. He was a good friend to Dean, all those box boat races left many memories of friendship. The Scouting times together with all of you have made an impression on so many. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry we couldn't attend the funeral, hope there many be something in Oak Creek in the future.
The Zinda family
Leslie Kilgannon
March 9, 2019
My son and his classmates so enjoyed their time with your son at St Paul's last year where Michael was a student teacher . He clearly enjoyed what he was doing . We are so very sorry for your terrible loss.
The family of Christopher Garcia.
John-Remi Schneider
March 9, 2019
Mike and Anita our heart felt sorrow goes out to you. Mikey was an amazing person and a true gentleman. Mikey was always willing to help us, I remember when we put up a pergola and we were laying brick down around the pergola. Mikey came over and asked if we needed any help. Mikey helped us for 2 full day's and we wanted to give Mikey some money for helping, he would not take anything. Mikey was our go to person to help get the snakes that would come in the yard. Mikey was a big helper to us, a kind sincere gentleman. Rest in Peace Mikey
The Schneider's John-Remi
Mary Mattefs Kanno
March 9, 2019
Mike and Anita,
I am so sorry and heartbroken about Mikey. You are in my thoughts and my heart.
March 8, 2019
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead. (Psalms 119:76)
Mike & Kay Mally
March 8, 2019
Dear Mike Anita, Mike and Donna and families. We are so sorry to hear your sad news. Keeping all of you and Michael in our prayers. Wish we were closer so we could attend the Mass for Michael. Our Love and Prayers Mike & Kay Mally
Jim and Leslie Murdock
March 8, 2019
Mike and Anita,
There are just no words to express the sorrow we have for both of you. You have been dealt a blow that nobody should have to deal with. You are all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Jodi Bufalo-Carey
March 8, 2019
My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. No words can lessen the pain. Please know that your entire family is in my heart.
Brad Bertoia
March 8, 2019
Mike & Anita,
My heart is saddened by your incredible loss, my thoughts and prayers and with you, your family and Mikey.
Someone so special, in so may ways, will never be forgotten.
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Brian Scott
March 8, 2019
Why Is god taking everyone and everything why people keep dying and passing away not funny anymore death and dying and having to go to heaven depart from heaven and be dead deceased buried or cremated RIP Funeral arrangements. Never see the person again .....In loving Memory
March 8, 2019
Anita and Mike,
I am so devastated for you both-
I have such great memories of Mikey in
Early Childhood-such a cutie and so sweet!
We especially loved his lobster costume!
I remember the pictures you shared of Mikey
when he was born- so tiny with Mike's wedding
ring all the way up to the top of Mikey's leg!
You both are the very best parents a boy
could ever have. It was always a joy to see and
talk with you both-Mike had the best stories of
growing up with his brothers.
I am lifting you up in prayer!
Roanne Butzlaff
Dan Weyrauch
March 8, 2019
Mike , Anita and family-
I am so sorry to hear about your son. Sounds like he was a great young man. We will keep all of you in our prayers. With our deepest sympathy,
Dan Weyrauch and family
March 8, 2019
Mike and Anita, Please accept my deepest condolences for this unbearable loss. Judy and I cannot imagine the magnitude of your sorrow. Please know that our thoughts are with you in this most difficult time. Paul Pagel
March 8, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Andrea Moss
March 8, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of you loss. God Bless you all during this difficult time..greif is the price of love... I wish we didnt have to pay it..hugs and love.
The Rivers Family
March 7, 2019
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you as you go through this difficult time. May God keep His arms around you and comfort you.
March 7, 2019
I know there are no words that will comfort you at this time. I wish you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
I will keep you and your wife in my prayers. Kathy Liberatori Mackay
Lisa Berg
March 7, 2019
Wishing the family Peace and Love and may your memories of Michael bring you comfort. God speed.
Melinda Larson
March 7, 2019
My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. No words can lessen the pain and sense of loss but know that you and your family are in my heart.
Melinda Larson
March 7, 2019
Mike and Anita,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jerry has such fond memories of visiting Mike over at your house in Oak Creek and listening to him talk about how much he enjoyed fishing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers daily during this difficult time.
Jerry & Holly Ryan, Jerry III, Joe and Robert
Susan Margraff
March 7, 2019
The Margraff Family was saddened to hear of the loss of Michael. All of the Margraff children enjoyed going to school with Michael at Saint Matthew's Grade School and Saint Thomas More High School, may God bless you and your family at this time.
Augie Rizzo
March 7, 2019
Michael and Anita my deepest sympathy to you both and your entire family. Michael and your entire family will remain in our prayers.
God bless.
March 6, 2019
To the family of Mr. Michael Cristoforo,
I would like to express my sincere condolences for the loss of Mr. Cristoforo.
May the Most High God strengthen your family during this difficult time of sorrow. Please find comfort in Psalms 145:18, 19 promise that "he is near to all those calling on him."
Sincerely,
Sarah
March 6, 2019
I never met him, but he sounded like an incredible person.
March 6, 2019
Sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you be comforted in knowing that those who have died God keeps in his memory, because they are precious in his eyes John 6:40
Carlotta Huyett
March 6, 2019
Anita and family
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love
Carlotta
March 6, 2019
Beloved family and friends of Michael, please accept my heartfelt condolences. May the Father of all comfort sustain you during this difficult time and bind your broken hearts. Isaiah 61:1,2
Michele Reyes
March 6, 2019
Anita and family, I am shocked and saddened by your loss. I hope you can find the strength you need to get through this most difficult time.
Adam Morse
March 6, 2019
Great friend and roommate for the short time I was at St. Ambrose.
March 6, 2019
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Psalms 119:76*
Dean Billo
March 6, 2019
We are all saddened by the news of Mikey's passing. The Cudahy Packer Trap Team will miss him. He was a wonderful teammate and friend to the program. Please reach out to us if we can be of any help. We will all keep the family in our prayers.
March 6, 2019
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. May you be comforted by your cherished memories, as you await the fulfillment of Gods promise to one day be reunited with your loved one again (John 6:40)
March 6, 2019
May you all have the strength you need at this time of sorrow, Phillipians 4:13.- Philadelphia.
March 6, 2019
What a wonderful long life your loved one had, Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. Special mightiness indeed. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.*
March 6, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Cristoforo family and friends. May you find comfort in the God of all comfort.
RK
March 6, 2019
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2
March 6, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering our Heavenly Father will be there to provide comfort and support that you need during this difficult time. Our heartfelt condolences.
Brian Glave
March 5, 2019
Sad Sad sad to Young to die and pass away
Kacie H
March 5, 2019
I am so sorry for this loss.
March 5, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
March 5, 2019
May the God of all comfort, strengthen the family during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17
March 5, 2019
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during the days ahead. (Psalms 119:76)
March 5, 2019
I will always remember Michaels smile and how much I enjoyed my SAU classes with him. I remember one day specifically, I was having a hard time remembering some Art history topics, and he went out of his way to explain everything to me before the class started. He was a light, and he will be dearly missed but never forgotten. My love and prayers go out to his family and loved ones.
March 5, 2019
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends and may those cherished memories of a life well lived and God's promise at John 6:40 ease the pain of your grief during this difficult time.
March 5, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times that you shared together. May our loving Heavenly Father provide you with the comfort and support that you need during this difficult time. (Psalm 145:18, 19) Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences goes out to the family.
March 5, 2019
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always. Hosea 13:14*
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