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Steve Cohen
May 7, 2025
This is still a gut punch, and always will be. Miss you, brother.
Steve Cohen
May 9, 2023
Best college roommate I ever had. And a great friend. Still miss ya, Red.
Roy anderson
May 7, 2020
Mike taught me to throw a knuckle ball back when we lived in Latham.
John Wojtczuk
May 8, 2019
Miss talking with you Mike.
Denise Hoffman
June 7, 2012
To the Puritano Family.
I went to school with MIchael and my Dad taught him baseball. I am so sorry for your loss.Michael rest in peace my friend. You will be forever missed.
Bill Hoffman
June 7, 2012
To the entire Purritano family.
I coached Michael in Little League. He was the most engaging young man at the age of 12. His wide smile, red hair and freckles captivated all who knew him. My wife Jacqy and I are so sorry for your loss. May Michael rest in peace and all of you find comfort knowing what a wonderful person he was.
Jacqy and Bill Hoffman
Lantana, Texas
Noreen Hensel
May 31, 2012
We are both devasated upon hearing the news of Michael's passing. He was considered one of our friends. He will be greatly missed. God bless your family! Noreen Hensel & Denise Schipper(Fair Lawn)
Kristine Cecere
May 27, 2012
To Jill and her great children,
I hope that the wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers and with you.
Kristine Cecere
ed martenis
May 26, 2012
To the Purritano Family,
My memories of Michael growing up with me in Latham are still etched in my mind! Michael was a " friend" that anybody would be honored to have as their friend!
Respectfully,
Ed & Barbara Martenis
Ed Martenis
May 26, 2012
To the Purritano Family,
My memories of being Michaels friend in Latham growing up are very well still etched in my mind! Michael was a " friend" that anybody would be honored to have as their friend!
Respectfully,
Ed & Barbara Martenis
May 22, 2012
Thank you to all of Michaels friends, family members and all the great customers at Dinallos. We are having a fundraiser on behave of Michaels three children on Sunday June 10th at Dinallos 2pm $25to get in all proceeds go to his family. Music complimentary buffet big tents on the parking lot Many thanks for all the love and support. Marie Purritano his sister
Tami Servedio. Harrington
May 20, 2012
marie and family I am so sorry about Michael I have alot of memories about him and his smile he was a wonderful person.May the light shine upon Michael every day....
May 20, 2012
Frankie, Joey and Family:
We are so sad to hear of Mikes passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless.
Rick and Eileen Novak
Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Michael Cocca
May 17, 2012
Dear Kay, Frank and famiy: We don't begin to know how to express our sorrow and feelings for your loss of Michael!! Words and notes cannot fully convey the total concern that we have for you and yours and also for Michael's wife and family. Our prayers and thoughts are with Michael and with all of you. Love Marian,and MIke and family.
vince mazzone
May 17, 2012
Dear Frank and Family
We are sorry for your loss-our thoughts and prayers are with you
Vince Mazzone and Family
Robin Brant-Lopez
May 17, 2012
Marie
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ruthie Teta
May 17, 2012
Purritano & Parker Family....So very sorry on the loss of your loved one....My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow....
May 17, 2012
Rest in peace Mike.
Deepest sympathies to the entire family.
~Lee Armsby
Latham New York
mike graney
May 17, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the entire Purritano family for your sudden loss. Mike was a great teammate, and a better friend. Today, after meeting his beautiful family, it's obvious he was a great husband and father too. We'll all remember your contagious smile. Heaven is getting a helluva shortstop ;)
Vince and Ann Medici
May 16, 2012
Dear Purritano family, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Mike was a great guy. Please know that you are all in our prayers at this time.
The Medici Family
Ann and Vince Medici
May 16, 2012
Dear Jill,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of such a great man as Mike. We have fond memories of our visit with you and Mike many years ago...You and your children are in our prayers. God Bless you with the grace and peace you need during this difficult time.
Vince and Ann Medici
The Katsapis Family
May 16, 2012
To Jill and family, Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you at this very painful time. We knew Michael from Dinallo's and always enjoyed his personality and bright smile as well as the pride and joy he had in you and your beautiful kids. We pray God comforts you during this time.
Tony Palumbo
May 16, 2012
Dear Jill and Family,
I was stunned when I heard the news and so sorry for such a loss.
My warmest condolensces, deepest sympathies, and most sincere prayers are with you. What a fine gentlemen. I will miss Michaels kindness, generosity, hospitality and his everpresent personality and humor at my favorite place, Dinallos.
Sincerely,
Kathryn Stamas
May 16, 2012
Dear Jill,
I have many fond memories of you and Mike back in our days in NJ. I am so sorry for the loss of such a great husband and dad.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your whole family.
Much love and sympathy,
Kathryn Stamas
Carol Reale
May 16, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Purritano family. I am very sorry for your loss.
ivette vega
May 16, 2012
Dear Jill, Iam so sorry for your loss; although I haven't seen you in many years I always remember you guys; what a beautiful family. Michael was a very giving, warm, caring man; It is a great loss and I pray that the Lord will give you, your children and the rest of the family the comfort that onlye He can give. Ivette Vega and Jesse
Paul Sovany
May 16, 2012
To the entire Purritano family-
We are very saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Sovany Family
Dianne & Don V.
May 16, 2012
Dear Marie and the Purritano family...We will miss Mike and his kindness. His love for his families (private -Purritano) and (public-Dinallo's) was legendary. He will be missed by all. Each week as we visit Dinallo's (table 2), our thoughts will always include him.
Kelly Hughes Jeff Barcomb
May 16, 2012
What a shock to hear of Mike's passing. He was a very good friend of mine during High School and College and played baseball with Jeff. Can't think of a more caring individual. So sorry for the families' loss and the entire Purritano family.
May 16, 2012
Jill, our deepest sympathies go out to you and your entire family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
The Ippolito Family
amanda shuart
May 15, 2012
i used to a rma at the drs office he will always be in my prayers what a wonderful man and a caring family.
May 15, 2012
Frank and Family I'm very sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with you
E.J. Hopeck
John Audi
May 15, 2012
Dear Marie and Family,
I'm am sadly shocked to hear of Michael's passing and extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
May 15, 2012
Dino and I have known Michael for a long time. Our heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to the whole family.
Dino and Beverly Cancellieri
Kevin Burke
May 15, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathies on your loss. Its been many years since I have seen Mike but he was always an upbeat and positive person who always had a smile on his face. We will remember Mike and his family in our prayers.
Kevin and Gina Burke
Carla L
May 15, 2012
I went to HS school with Mike and remember his infectious smile, his playful personality and his endless enthusiasm. I feel blessed to have known him and grateful to have shared a friendship. My heart felt sympathy to his family.
Maria Bruno
May 15, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Marie and her beautiful family.You are in my thoughts and prayers. The Purritano family holds a special place in my heart and always will.May God be with you all in your time of sorrow.
Marytheresa Dauphinais Galante
May 15, 2012
My most heartfelt condolences go out to your entire family. I can still picture Mike walking down to the ice rink wearing his ski band. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Cheryl Cooper (Parker)
May 15, 2012
My prayers and heart go out to the entire Purritano family. I love you all very much and send you even more love through this hard time
marilyn card
May 15, 2012
i was so shocked to hear about mikes passing. we went to high school together.mike and his family lived down the street from us. my brothers both said he was a great baseball player. my thoughts and prayers are with the entire family in this time of sorrow.
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Buddy & Jennifer Foy
May 15, 2012
Jill, the kids & the entire Purritano family,
We are so sorry for your loss and so sorry for the pain your family has had to endure over the past couple of years. Our hearts go out to all of you and know you are in our thoughts and prayers. The word "Unbelievable" doesn't seem like the right word to say. It seems more right to say this is "Not Believable". Mike was always smiling. Not matter what! Even as he stood at the alter and married us; Nervous, proud and of course SMILING! That is the way we will remember him.
With sadness and love,
Buddy & Jennifer Foy
Patricia McClenton
May 15, 2012
I was shocked to hear about Mike's passing away! I just saw him in February with his beautiful smile! To Jill, Austin, Nick and Victoria you are in my prayers!
Katie Parker
May 15, 2012
Michael's charisma was contagious. He was kind, funny,a great baseball player and a positive person who shone a beautiful light on the world. We share a birthday with grandpa John and he and my baby girl share the same beautiful red hair. There is so much more I wish I could share with Mike if only their were more more time. Fare well sweet Mike. God Bless.
Rich Jennings
May 15, 2012
We are deeply saddend and shocked by Mcheals passing. I've kmow Micheal from Dinallo's and from the Stony Hill were I bartended. Please except our deepest condolences.
Rich Jennings and family
Nick Audi
May 15, 2012
Dear Marie & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God bless you all, and may you find peace that Michael is at peace with Our Lord and Savior.
Respectfully,
May 15, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had known Mike from Dinallos' and he was always smiling and so friendly. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Janice A.
May 15, 2012
Jill, Austin, Nick and Victoria,
We were all shocked and very sad to hear about Mike. Mike was a great guy. We will always remember the times we spent with him and your family. Mike made an impact on those around him and we hope that you will be comforted during this time of great pain and sadness.
With all our love
The Farley Family
Neil, Emot, Nina and Cara
May 15, 2012
Jill and the entire Purritano family, we are at loss for words, and so sorry for your pain. We are praying for you all. May the God of all comfort fill your hearts with the peace and healing that can only come from Him. With deepest sympathy and much love, Dave and Jackie Van Hook
May 15, 2012
We are so saddened by Michael's passing, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Tony and Sue Mantello
Olans family
May 15, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May fond memories and the love and support of family and friends help you through this difficult time.
Briana Troise 10 years old
May 15, 2012
Loss is something we can't understand. But witness anyway. It is also not a time for sorrow, but remembering that God had sent every living soal to earth for a reason, and bring that soul back in welcome. Rest In Peace Micheal. I will miss you next time I go to Dinallo's. You were always so kind and happy.
Quinta Davenport
May 14, 2012
Very sorry for your loss and the pain you are experiencing. You will definitely be in my prayers.
Pete & Marianne Bennett
May 14, 2012
So shocked and saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Our deepest sympathies to Jill, the children, and the entire Purritano Family. His smile and positive energy will be long remembered.
Juan Borja
May 14, 2012
Can't help but remember the example he set for us, how giving,upbeat, and loving he was !!
Margaret Papageorgiou
May 14, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jim & Barbara Smith
May 14, 2012
Purritano Family,
Our hearts are deeply sadden at the lose of Mike. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike was a special man and will be greatly missed. We pray that God will comfort you at this
time.
Jen N Assistant @ Dr's office
May 14, 2012
May God bless you and keep you close in this difficult time. My deepest sympathies to you and your family and all whose life Michael touched. From reading these posts, Michael spread warmth and brought a smile to everyone he met. i hope his memories will carry on with you and fill your hearts. I
Theresa Bowen-Fiori
May 14, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss, I knew Michael from high school and he was a wonderful person, My prayers are with all of you, we all have fond memories.
Karl Sewall
May 14, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all the family . Mike a man who allway's had a smile on his face . And someone who allway's went out of his way to make you feel at home will be missed .
Yvonne Ford
May 14, 2012
Dear Purritano Family, My heart goes out to you and your family. What a terrible shock this must be for you. I have nothing but fond memories of Michael that will stay with me forever. God Bless.
Louis Castellano
May 14, 2012
I only Knew Mike for a short time meeting him threw his Sister Marie, One of the most Generous and Loving family people I have ever known with a Heart of Gold .... Her brother Mike was very much like her, A wonderful family man full of Love and Concern I pray that God will look after the remaining family and keep them safe and healthy for their future years. My sincere condolences to this Family... I know that Mike is in a better place looking down on them with Guidance !
Patricia Castellano
May 14, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Purritano family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Pat Castellano
The FitzGibbon Family
May 14, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Purritano family. We are so so sorry for your loss. Through the Lord will come the strength to endure your grief.
Stephanie Shellenberger
May 14, 2012
Michael's smile and warm heart, always made me feel special. So many years went by that we were lucky enough to be in his presence, and I will always cherish that and remember him. My sincere condolences to his family both in Ridgewood, and the one he left behind at Dinallo's. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace, Michael.
Marcia Troise
May 14, 2012
Dear Purritano family, I am truly sorry about Michael. His passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew him. Michael's role at Dinallo's was beyond management, he made us a family.
Life.....so fragile, Loss....so sudden, Heart....so broken,...in the wake of such a loss, we are haunted by things we dont, and may never understand. Yet the solace we seek may not come from answers. So we look for comfort in the belief of love's everlasting connection. May that love lift you and hold you close, and give you peace.
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy.
Maria Ginter
May 14, 2012
Frankie, Elena and Purritano family - so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. May your memories of Mike and your family get you through this difficult time. May his memory be eternal!!
Joe and Natalie Salinardi
May 14, 2012
We knew Mike from Dinallos. We saw him every week and there wasnt one week that he didnt sit with us and talk about his children their sports and his beautiful wife. Although we never met them we feel like we were part of them. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. We will never forget his smiling face. Our condolances to his family and the Dinallo family Natalie and Joe Salinardi
Steve Vicentini
May 14, 2012
My condolences to the extended Purritano family. I have nothing but fond memories of my time spent with Mike.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Raul
May 14, 2012
My deepest simpathy to the Purritano Family. I just heard about Michael, and I am shocked. I only knew Michael from Dinalos, but he always made me feel special, and we often bonded when speaking about baseball and our kids. He will be missed.
May 14, 2012
"Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I am saddened with this news. Michael was wondeful to work with and always had a heart full of love for his family!!! -Karen Liss CK Jeans
Ruffing Family
May 14, 2012
We are deeply saddened by your loss and hope that the love and support of family and friends helps you through this tough time.
Rick and Kathi Norris
May 14, 2012
Dear Purritano family... We grieve with you at this time. We hope and pray that Gods love will comfort you now. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
May 14, 2012
Dear Jill,beloved children and all the Purritano's - So saddened to hear of your loss. I will always remember Mike's wonderful smile and warm welcome whether it be at dinallos or about town. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and May the love and happiness he brought shine above you always. Love
Sandi Luciano Schrettner
Karen Lyon
May 14, 2012
Dear Jill and family,
I am still in shock over Michael's passing. He was so proud of his children and their athletic abilities and would often bring in pictures and newspaper articles to share with everyone at Dinallo's. We will all miss him.
Art Shappy
May 14, 2012
So sad to here about Mike had many memories of all the Purritanos growing up on Mohawk Ave. I remember when he was born and running around the neighbor hood with all the kids
Randy Timoner
May 14, 2012
Oh, my heart is so saddened to hear this news. I remember spending many mornings on the bus to NYC with Mike. My thoughts and prayers and heartfelt sympathies are with you Jill and with your family. Love,
Glen and Rosemarie Gadaire
May 14, 2012
Your family are in our prayers, our hearts, and thoughts are with you.
Manny and Krista Ibrahim
May 14, 2012
Jill and kids, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We pray God's comfort and love will surround you during this difficult time, and for the years to come. We think of you often and love you very much.
May 14, 2012
I am so very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to the entire Purritano family. Michael was an amazing person. My prayers are with you all.
Jeannie Geary
johnny sajnani
May 14, 2012
i am going to miss you my friend..RIP..
May 14, 2012
Our heartfelt sympathies to the Purritano family and friends. Michael made our Friday nights at Dinallo's an event to look forward to. We will miss his bright smile and wonderful sense of humor. Jay and Jane Jameson
Dana Dinallo
May 14, 2012
so so sorry to hear of this. Michael was such a kind person. He will be missed by many. My father Nicholas also sends his love and wished he could have been here.
John Wojtczuk
May 14, 2012
My deepest sympathy. I'll keep him and you in my prayers.
Bunny Costello
May 14, 2012
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Michaels' passing. His smile lit up any room! Our world will be a bit darker without him. Our deepest condolences to the Purritano and the Dinallo restaurant family. May God bless his wife, children and family. Bunny Costello and Family
May 14, 2012
Tommy and I were deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. We love you, Jill, and are praying for you and your children.
May 14, 2012
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Michael's passing. Our condolences to the Purritano and the Dinallo restaurant family....With a smile that lit up any room, our existence is a bit darker without him. May God Bless his wife, children and family! Bunny Costello and Family
May 14, 2012
Jill, Our heartfelt sympathies on your terrible loss. Please know that you and your children are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless all of you and your beloved Michael. The Gammer Family
Sherry Louer
May 14, 2012
Jill, I am so very said to hear of your husband's passing. May God sustain you during your time of grief and beyond. Sherry & John Louer, Tampa, FL
John Caiafa
May 14, 2012
Deepest sympathies from the Caiafa family. Rest in Peace Mike.
Brad Cole
May 14, 2012
Jill & Family,
My deepest sympathies to you and the entire family. Please Celebrate his life and all of the wonderful memories you have to cherish. He will be with you each and every day, Love in Christ, Brad Cole, Lutz, FL
Rose Viggiani
May 13, 2012
To the entire Purritano family-
We are so shocked and saddened to hear of Mike's death. Our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
The Viggiani family
Ivey & Teri Baird
May 13, 2012
Our hearts are broken with yours. We just heard. We have so many great memories. We love you. Ivey & Twri
Rachael Parker
May 13, 2012
Dear Purritano Family,
I like to believe that when we lose someone we love they still live through us and give us strength. The time we have spent with those we've lost makes them part of us. Michael was a great father, husband, brother, son and uncle and he will be missed, but not forgotten. I truly am sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with your family..
Matt Doukas
May 13, 2012
God Bless You Mike; and Your Family.
Sincerest Condolences to you all. May God Bless Mike, and all the Purritano family.
Ronke Ekwensi
May 13, 2012
Jill: My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. May God comfort you through this journey.
Love
Ronke Ekwensi
John and Lori Lettieri
May 13, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to Jill and the entire Purritano family. Michael was a wonderful friend and we will miss him greatly. We will remember Michael fondly In our thoughts and prayers.
May 13, 2012
Jill, Nick, Austin and Victoria, we carry memories of Mike with us, at baseball games, birthday parties, pumpkin carving; he will always be a luminous presence with a ready smile and warmth of spirit that for its loss makes the world a lesser place for his absence, but that brightened the world and our lives forever. Our sincerest thoughts, prayers and condolences. Cheryl, Doug, Nikki and Alex Breitbart
John and Ildi Staudinger
May 13, 2012
Jill, Austin, Nicholas, and Victoria, and Purritano family
So sorry to hear about Mike's passing. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Mike was a great friend, and we are forever grateful to him for all that he did for us. He will be sadly missed.
We pray that God will comfort your family during this incredibly sad and difficult time.
Our love and prayers are with you.
John and Lori Lettieri
May 13, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to Jill and the entire Purritano family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Michael is and always will be in our hearts. He was a wonderful friend and we will miss him greatly!
Karen Audi
May 13, 2012
To the Purritano Family;
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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