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Michael Biglow Obituary
HARVEYS LAKE — Michael Biglow, 75, of Harveys Lake, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 10, 2016, at his home, surrounded by his loving wife.
Born in New York City, he was the son of the late Charles S. and Molly Kaufman Biglow.
He was a graduate of Lawrence High School, Cedarhurst, New York, and Baruch College. He also attended Buffalo University.
Michael had worked for 18 years for the New York Public Library as a program analyst, and retired as a manager from Broadview Network, Queens, New York.
He also served in the U.S. Army National Guard, and volunteered for the Meals-on-Wheels Program in New York and Pennsylvania.
Michael enjoyed playing bridge with his friends and spending time with his wife of 32 years, Flora Franconi.
He is survived by his loving daughters, Corey Biglow, Peekskill, New York, and Jamie Biglow, Washington, D.C. He was also a loving brother to his sister Arline Isaacs, Port Washington, New York; uncle to Joel Isaacs, New York, New York; and Susan Edelblum, Sands Point, New York, and her children Chad, Molly and Zoe.
Relatives and friends may call noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. Rabbi Jill will conduct services at 1 p.m.
To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com.
Donations, if desired, may be made to Meals on Wheels Association of America at https://www.mowaa.org/donate.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Michael Biglow
Dianne Gregg
March 5, 2019
Flora: I still think of Mike frequently and what a wonderful personality he had. I will always picture him raking chestnut burrs out on the road. Remember the good times and the egg rolls!!
March 17, 2016
Dear Flora,
I was heartbroken when I heard the news. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Ganis
March 15, 2016
March 15, 2016: Flora and family. I am so sorry to hear about Mike. He was young. Please call on me if you need anything.
Sincerely,
Inez and Joel Benedict
Mariano, Fosco, Anna and their families Franconi
March 15, 2016
Dear Flora,
our most sincere condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
With heartfelt condolences
March 14, 2016
Dear Biglow Family,
As you persevere in Prayer (Romans 12:12) to the Almighty God (Psalms 83:18), may He give you His Holy Spirit to help you endure your loss, now, and in the weeks ahead.
March 13, 2016
Hi Flora,
I am I total shock, I had no idea Mike was not well..ill call you this week....thinking of you and Corey and Jamie, my deepest sympathies are with you all.
Ilene
March 13, 2016
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your husband. Words may never diminish the sorrow of your loss, but as days go by, may God strengthen and comfort your family. (John 5:25-29)
Tom & Barb Field
March 13, 2016
Flora and girls, please accept our sincere condolences on Mike's sudden passing. Our good New York friend will be sorely missed at our Thursday breakfasts. Mike, who can we talk to about genealogy and Ancestry.com now? You were making great progress on your tree.
Lorry Gunn
March 13, 2016
Flora, Corey and Jamie: So sad to hear of Mike's sudden passing. I know what a huge loss this is for you and my heart is with you. Sending loving thoughts and hugs.
Ann Makelainen
March 12, 2016
So sorry Floria,Jamie,and loving sweet dauaghter inlaw to be Corey . May you always know you have a beautiful angel watching over you!
Eric Neikrug
March 12, 2016
Dear Flora, Mafalda and I were shocked and saddened by your loss. We offer our condolences to you and your family
dianne gregg
March 12, 2016
So full of life; so caring; so happy!!
We will have a long was to go to know another such person as Michael. My heart goes out to his family and especially to Flora. What a wonderful couple. Remember the good times; the card games; the laughter. RIP Mike.
March 12, 2016
Dear Flora,
My heart goes out to you and your daughters. I am so sorry to hear of
your husband's death.
Love,
Cathy Doyle
Susan Maharis
March 12, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Marilyn Williams
March 12, 2016
Flora so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers as well as your children.
Laura & Preston Trusler
March 12, 2016
Flora, Corey and Jaime,
We are holding you in our thoughts and prayers; and embracing you with our love. We're quite certain Tobey was waiting for him, to go for a long walk.
Tony Carey
March 12, 2016
Dear Flora, we were shocked and saddened to hear of Mike's passing. We will keep you in our prayers during this time of sorrow.
Ailene Boice
March 12, 2016
I was shocked to read of Mikes passing. We will miss his visits at Twin Oaks golf course. So sorry, Flora. Sending prayers your way.
Jayne & John Gregg
March 12, 2016
Flora and family ,
John and I were shocked to hear of Michael's death. Our most sincere prayers go out to you and your family .
Rita Ruotolo
March 12, 2016
Love you Flora...My Heart within your soul as you grieve...
Rita Ruotolo
March 12, 2016
Will Always Remember Mike walking Toby to the lake where me & Apollo would meet them and we'd talk 'cause the dogs actually got along! It was Cool! Miss You Mike! Love You Flora! (always remember Carol King....she makes you feel good)
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