Michael Moscatello Obituary

I can't remember how many times, especially in the past month I've thought about calling you..Kelli had her baby boy and Sean's little girl arrived 3 weeks later..I know you would have loved them both..I love you..I miss you..

I thought it was kind of strange writing these entries as if Mike was going to read them...but now I understand why some people do that..Mike, even though I talk to you all the time I felt the need to do this on here..I can't begin to tell you how much I miss you..I know you can see me and see how much I am hurting that you aren't here..I keep thinking you are going to come back to us..that maybe you are away on an extended vacation..but you aren't..I try to think of all the good times we have shared and that comforts me but it also makes my heart ache...there's such an emptiness in my heart now that no one can ever fill or replace..I've been reading a book that Geri gave me and it has helped a bit..I know you are in heaven with all our family and friends that have passed...I also know you are taking care of Kelli and Eric's little Angel..our little Angel...and that comforts me as well..it's 3 months today..and I feel your presence more than ever since you've been gone..I love you Mike..sleep well big brother..xoxo

Carrie,

Mike was my boyfriend in 7th grade. Wish we would have kept in touch, sounds like I missed knowing a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marilyn

After not seeing Mike for about 35 years, it was a pleasure to reconnect with him at our class reunion. We went out a couple of times after that and traded stories of the past. My sympathy to the Moscatello family for your loss.

Uncle Anthony, Aunt Connie, Chuck & Becky, Carrie & John, Tony & Nicole and to all Mike's nieces and nephews, you are in my heart and prayers. In the past few years I didn't see Mike to often, but I did spend time with Carrie growing up. I remember Mike and Chuck would always tease me, I felt more like a little sister than a cousin. Even though, over the years, families go in differnt direction, I will always have great memories of Mike. He will be missed. Love you guys, Lisa Moscatello

To Carrie and everyone in the Moscatello family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

I have many great memories of the good times with Mike. The one I wanted to share was the time we went fishing with him and he was the only "Muskie" we caught. He was truly one of the "good guys" and we will never forget him.

I've known Uncle Mike all my life and I even got to work with him for a summer a few years back. I can't even begin to say how much I'm going to miss him and how it doesn't even seem real that he is gone. I don't see how holidays and family visits are going to be the same without him. Uncle Mike was a great person, not only as my Uncle, but as a friend. He was always there for me and I'm really going miss talking with him. We all love Uncle Mike so much. He's had a great influence on all our lives, and is going to be dearly missed.

Muskie,

From all the past and current Surveyors, Bowlers, Fisherman, old Golfing buddies, Black Hawk games group, hockey players, Cougar game group, years of softball players, monthly pizza group that you organized;

WE ALL MISS YOU...

After your diagnosis a group met and watched the last playoff football game with you, we didn't know how special that day was going to be. You were so positive and upbeat.

To all the Moscatello Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Dearest Mike, You were taken away from us much to soon. We will always miss your sweet smile and cheerful humor. You had such a calming effect on me and I am sure as well with others. I know you are in a better place with no pain and cancer free. Thank you for being such a caring person and wonderful friend all these years.

To the Moscatello Family our deepest sympathy. We loved him too and miss him dearly.

Mike, we have known each other for 46yrs. We have worked together for the last 30yrs off and on. The last 24yrs we saw each other every day 8hrs a day, I would tell you I spend more time with you than I do my wife. Mike, I am very thankful that you let me be your friend, and very thankful that you were mine. My family loved you very much; you will ALWAYS be on our minds and in our hearts. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Mike's family.

Uncle Tony, Aunt Connie, Chuck, Carrie and Tony, Jr.,



My deepest sympathy. Mike will be missed by all and he will always be in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers...

To the entire Moscatello family, I send my very deepest sympathies. I met Mike almost 5 years ago on my first day at Nakawatase, started laughing and haven't stopped since. Mike had this unique way of yelling at me and telling me "Na, your wrong" all the time. If we didn't argue about something over our morning coffee, the day wasn't complete. Mike always was quick with a joke or a comment. He even gave really good advise. He's only been gone a short time, and yet my mornings haven't been the same. I will miss his smile and his humor tremendously.I can't ever say Thanks Mike for being my friend enough!!!!!

I know Mike through my mom Donna Katello. I didn't really have the chance to get to know him that well but in the few times that I had the opportunity to speak with him he was a very warm and friendly person. He had a way of putting a smile on your face even during the hardest of times. I will always appreciate and remember his kind words, and will never forget him.

Wherever you are Happy Valentine's Day Mike, we love you!

To the Moscatello family, I send my deepest sympathy for your loss. I as well feel a great loss. Growing up, I knew Mike as one of my father's best friends. Not only was he close to my father but I felt a closeness as well. He was there when I scored my first goal in hockey at the YMCA! To him, I was not just another stupid kid. He treated me with respect and valued what I said to him. There are so many memories that I would like to share but unfortunately would run out of room. So, I will leave it at this, I will truely miss Mike and I was honored that he was a part of my life.



Love,

Eric & Amy Salava

My deepest sympathy go out to the

Moscatello family. Mike was just a

very good friend anyone could have.

Sincerely,

Clyde Kikuta

I am going to miss Mike very much. I am the daughter of one of Mike's best friends, Ron Salava. Throughout my life, I grew up calling Mike, Uncle Mike. I considered him an uncle to me in every way. There was never a time that he wasn't around that I didn't have a smile on my face. He was truly a wonderful man that will be missed by all. I send my deepest sympathy to all of his family. We all loved Uncle Mike very much!

UNFORTUNATELY, I DIDN'T REALLY KNOW MIKE ALL THAT WELL BUT I WAS FRIENDS WITH HIS SISTER CARRIE AND I LOVE HER BECAUSE SHE IS SO SWEET AND SPECIAL AND SINCE THEY ARE BROTHER AND SISTER AND I KNOW SHE LOVED HIM SO MUCH I THINK I WOULD HAVE TOO. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THE MOSCATELLO FAMILY, I AM SURE MIKE IS WATCHING OVER ALL OF YOU WITH ANGELS AT HIS SIDE.

Hi Family...which means everyone in the Muskie family...cuz that's what you have and always will be to me. I love you all...but have a tribute to Mike as well. A great man like Mike will be not only a loss to us but everyone who he had come in contact, because he was such an unforgetable spirit, this world here on earth will miss him!

I do believe that spirits pass on to greater ventures, and Mike's energy was so great, he's bringing all the joy and love that he had for everyone to those beyond our comprehension.



I love you all and offer my love and prayers to you during this difficult time.

It's been almost a week since Mike was taken from us..there's a few things I'd like to say about my big brother..for all who reads this I want them to know that I was very blessed and lucky to have had him with me his last few weeks...during that time we had quite a few chats..I'm so thankful for those moments with him..Mike was such a strong and brave man..I had asked him once if he was "scared"..he said "no..I've accepted it..theres nothing I can do about it..I just don't know when"..that took such courage..I just hugged him and told him I loved him..even though there are things that happened the last fews weeks that I don't care to remember..I still thank God that he was with me..

For all of you that attended Mike's service's I want to thank you...I know that he would be honored...as I am honored to be able to say he was my big brother..I love you Mike...I will miss you forever...

My condolences to Michaels family. We grew up in the same neighborhood in Villa Park and go back to Madison Grade School through Willowbrook together. I lived on Michigan Ave between Washington and Madison. When I was telling my Mom about Michael this morning, she remembered a story from Villa Park. Mike was our paper delivery boy. One year, he came around and gave my Mom a calendar, expecting a tip. She did not realize at the time that she was supposed to give Mike a tip, so she gave him some Fudge. He thanked her and went along his way. She has never forgotten that story so I wanted to pass it along. Joan Scott

I'm so glad Mike attended the Class of '69 35th Reunion last Sept. He told me that was the first one he had been to and what a good time he had. Perhaps it was just meant to be - but I'm the lucky one to have been able to share some laughs with him that evening.

What a great man with a special kindness and wealth of humor that he spread everywhere he went.

Now - I DO believe in angels - I'm sure he is one......oh how we mortals miss you......

Maureen Laurance

WB Class of 1969

Tony, Connie, Chuck, Carrie and little Tony,

Please accept my deepest sympathies. You know that I mis-spent most of my youth with the Moscatello boys, Mike and Chuck. They were like brothers to me. I enjoyed every minute of that time. Mike made that time full of fun and laughs. Even though there has been little contact over the years Mike, you still have a very special place in my heart. Rest in peace my friend.

To Michael’s parents, Connie & “Muskie” and all in the family. . .



My heart goes out to you in such a special way at this time; Through the years you have made so many people forget their troubles by making people smile and laugh and bringing a bright spot to wherever you have gone. As I understand it, this was passed on to the generations and something I know I will never forget having grown up, at least for a short while, around you.



While I may not know all the details of the years, something that never changed was your willingness and ability to make people’s hearts a little lighter. That is such a gift which so few people possess in this world. I wish there was something now that could help your hearts to feel a little lighter. Who’s to say, maybe God needed an extra helper to lighten things up a little up above.



In this vast and crazy world we live in, one has to think the gifts we were blessed with on earth will be used for a greater purpose in eternity. I get the feeling all our loved ones whom we miss so much, are having a grand time, as I’m sure Michael will be cracking jokes and renewing people’s spirits, even from afar.



I will always be thankful for the smiles and light-hearted laughter you brought to my life; which in times of trouble, the memories helped to get me through to a brighter day. I am cherishing the love of you and your family, and it will never be forgotten.



God Bless & Keep You Close,

Laura, Peter, and Angelina

Connie & Tony,



I'm sure you don't remember me, but we were good friends in the 60's. I used to work at Eastgate Drugs, with Fran and Rich. I moved to AZ in 1973. Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss of Michael. I'm so sorry. God be with you.



Janice

Dear Cuz, We will miss you deeply. You'll always be remembered in our hearts.

Love,

John, Bridget, Matthew, and Zachary

Carrie and John and Family



Our deepest sympathy in your loss.

You are in our thoughts, our hearts,

and in our prayers.

Dearest "MathMan" we will miss you a lot. But the memories of you will always warm our hearts and brighten our days. Although we might have grown a little apart over the years and the miles that seperated us ... the memories of all of us together as little kids so free and so happy will always carry us through. God Bless and keep you. Happy Trails until we meet again.



Pat and Dora

Connie & Anthony.

Please Accept Our Deepest Sympathy,

I'm Sure That Wherever Michael Is. He Is Spreding The Same Joy.

Love.

Stella & Bro

Dear Tony & Connie,

Please accept my sympathy, this has

to be so hard on you and the family.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love Marlene La Rosa

When I think of Mike I think of such an amazing person. Kind, Sweet,Funny,Loving,a family person, an awesome brother and friend. Did I mention how funny he was? I was lucky he was like a big brother to me and a good friend of my husband. I never heard a bad thing said about him from anyone EVER!!! I miss him already and I am proud to have known him, I love you Mike and Thanks for being you. xoxo Deb

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.