the United States with his parents, Pasquale and Giocondina, when he was 13 years old. They
settled in the Waterbury, CT area.
Michael was ambitious and entrepreneurial from a young age, building multiple
successful small businesses. He was an aviation enthusiast and a history buff. He enjoyed
nothing more than flying his airplane in his spare time. He also loved animals and nature, and
he cared deeply about his family.
Michael died on July 24th, 2024 at the age of 71. He is survived by his two sons, Matthew
and Michael Jr. and his sister, Elena Cash.