Michael A. Lavaia of Bardonia, NY, 87 years old passed away on May 20, 2019. Michael was a resident of Yonkers and Bardonia, NY. He was born on May 21, 1931 to Amalia and Salvatore Lavaia. He graduated from Yonkers High School, Stewart Technical School, and Westchester Community College with an Associates Degree in Applied Science. He served in the United States Army from 1954-1956 as a draftsman with the Operations and Intelligence Section of the 512th Armored Infantry Battalion. Michael spent his career as a mechanical design draftsman and worked for both Norden Systems and Electrolux. Michael married Dorothy Lavaia (nee Arthur) in 1964. Michael’s other loves included: classic cars, The New York Yankees, and building model airplanes. He was a devoted parishioner of St. Anthony’s Church in Nanuet, NY. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dorothy, his daughters Maria Lavaia-Marzano and Lorraine Vitulano (nee Lavaia). He is also survived by his sons in law, Gordon Marzano and Michael Vitulano along with his grandchildren, Natalie Marzano and Mikey Vitulano. Michael was well known for his gentle and kind demeanor, and his warm smile. He will be missed by all.
Family will receive visitors on Friday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at Higgins Funeral Home in New City, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, 11:30 am at St. Anthony’s Shrine Church, Nanuet, NY followed by interment at St. Anthony’s Cemetery.
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