Waterford - Michael Adam Conti died unexpectedly at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital Sept. 12, 2020. Michael was born Nov. 3, 1975. Like generations of fishermen before him, he braved the Grand Banks off Nova Scotia, sailing from ports from Gloucester, Mass. to Red Bank, N.J. The big guy was always the one everyone turned to for work on their boats and cars and to help build their homes.

As a young soccer player, his star career at St. Bernard's High School took him to Helsinki, Finland and St. Petersburg, Russia. After graduation, he dedicated his time coaching soccer and supporting players with special needs. Later, he pursued marine studies in Florida, before returning to Connecticut.

He met the woman he would marry one St Patrick's Day around the turn of the millennium. The way he'd look at Mary - the adoration, the exquisite aggravation, the wry smile like a secret he couldn't hide - was a look that only existed in fairytales. We should all be so lucky as to be loved that way. And then their daughter, Sarah, came into their lives. As a father, his protective instincts were only transcended by his love for her. He started showing her around the garage as soon as she could walk. And he broadened her horizons with trips to New York City and Disney World.

He is resting at peace with his mother, Olive Marie Conti. His love lives on with Mary and Sarah; his father Joseph "Skip"; stepmother Marilyn "Birdie;" his sister Christine; and his stepbrothers, Christopher and Bryan Sweet. All his friends have a lot of great memories and stories to turn to for comfort.

A private ceremony was held with family. Donations in his name can be made in his honor at https://www.gofundme.com/f/michael-conti-memorium or the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston (https://www.joslin.org).

Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral home has been entrusted with handling arrangements, www.neilanfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Day on Sep. 17, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Conti

Sponsored by Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home - New London.

13 Entries

Kevin Sherry

September 28, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kathy Mader

September 21, 2020

Dearest Mary and Sarah, We are heartbroken about Michael. So young, so sudden. Much hugs and love. You both were the light of his life. Talked about you all the time. Much love and hugs. Hold onto tight each other. Mike, Kathy and Sarah Mader

Tom Teixeira

September 19, 2020

I am very sad to read of Mike's passing. He was one of the good guys, who would always meet me with that big smile and a warm heart. My thoughts are of you, Mike, and for the family and friends you've left behind. Safe passage my friend.

September 19, 2020

Prayer to the family and friends of mike. I met him in 1996 Whil he was working at the outboard exchange . We would talk about fishing , family, and motors that would kick our butts !!!!!
Rest In Peace my friend, well fix them from here .........JP

Barbara and Joe Mingo

September 18, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and Birdie today and always.

Jeffrey, Betty, Chloe' & Jaxon Exley

September 17, 2020

Mary, Sarah, Skip, Birdie, Christine, Christopher and Bryan:
I did not know Michael personally. But I worked for Skip at CTDOT and Skip always smiled and spoke in high regards of Michael.
There are no words we can compose to make your pain and suffering go away Please know that our thoughts and prayers and condolences are with you during this time of sorrow.

Deb and Jeff Cascio

September 17, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Conti Family. May all his memories comfort you during this most difficult time and beyond.
RIP Mike! Jeff and Deb Cascio

Shawn Gaska

September 17, 2020

Mary, Sarah, and all of Mikes family,
Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Mike..... you will be missed! Always quick to get my motors up and running again. Hate breaking down but knowing you were always just a phone call away made it much easier to deal with. I’ll see ya on the other side Bro!

Joe Taylor

September 17, 2020

Skip, my deepest sympathy for you loss.

Joe Taylor
District 2

Tom & Pat Passaro

September 17, 2020

Our sincere thoughts and prayers of condolences are with you. A big man with a bigger heart, always willing to help. He rests serenely in the embrace of our lord.

Mieanel Louis

September 17, 2020

My condolences to you and the entire family. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.

Carl Girasoli

September 17, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you Skip, Birdie, Christine & family. Michael, may you Rest In Peace and be in comfort now with your wonderful Mom, Olive. My deepest sympathy, Carl Girasoli

Lynn Morey

September 17, 2020

Our heart breaks for the loss of such a heartwarming, thoughtful and fun loving guy. Gone way to soon! Skip and family, you remain forever in our thoughts and prayers. May the perpetual light shine upon him, RIP Mike
With deepest sympathy, Don & Lynn Morey

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