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Michael Caggiano Obituary

Michael A. Caggiano Jr., 91, of Ridgway, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on May 24, 1934, in Ridgway, the son of the late Michael and Susie Nappe Caggiano.
On September 24,1954, in Brooklyn, NY, he married the late Carmela Galante, who preceded him in death on August 20, 2013.
Mike was a proud graduate of Ridgway High School, Class of 1952. After high school, he built a fulfilling career in sales and quality control at the Ridgway Color Company and Allegheny Color. An avid sports enthusiast, Mike was a passionate New York Yankees fan, never missing a game and often sharing his love for baseball with those around him. In addition to his sports fandom, he found joy in golfing, taking leisurely walks around town, and reading.
He is survived by seven children; Lorraine (Michael) Benedict, Maureen (Steve) Martin, Camille Caggiano, Michael (Jennifer) Caggiano, Gregory (Shelly) Caggiano, Pamela (Dan) Freeburg, and Anthony (Deborah) Caggiano, twenty grandchildren; Maria Inks, Danielle Fisher, Sean Martin, Steven Martin, Kim Carter, Krystal Klebine, Joseph Klebine, Anna Klebine, Jillian Caggiano, Claire Caggiano, Taylor Pitkin, John Fuge, Zoe Caggiano, Ryan Caggiano, Ryan Weis, Kayla McDermott, Benjamin Freeburg, Jefferson Freeburg, Marc Caggiano, and Troy Caggiano, and sixteen great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters; Caroline Lyle and Marie McGill.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Vincent Caggiano.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Michael A. Caggiano will be celebrated on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Leo Magnus Church, 111 Depot Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Fr. Justin Pino officiating.
Burial will follow at St. Leo Cemetery.
Family and friends will be received on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at St. Leo Church from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Ridgway Public Library, 329 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Ridgway Record from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2025.

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Loretta Zambanini

October 10, 2025

I´m going to miss all my conversations with cousin Mike. Especially, the memories shared over the last several months.
With lots of hugs and kisses.

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