Michael Freddo's Obituary
Mike passed away on July 26, 2017 at the age of 89. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Marion. In addition to his beloved wife he is survived by his sister Marie LiPuma, and his seven devoted sons: Michael (Helena), Robert (Lynn), James (Gail), Paul (LeeAnne), Stephen (Jacqueline), Gerard (Kathy), Richard (Christy). He was the proud grandfather of 20 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.
Mike was born on December 28, 1927 in Hoboken, NJ. He grew up in Brooklyn, NY and attended St Michael's High School, Manhattan College and graduated from The New York State Merchant Marine Academy at Fort Schuyler in 1948. Mike and Marion met in Brooklyn and were married in 1949. They raised their seven sons in Bay Shore, NY. After a successful career as an engineer with New York Telephone, he and Marion moved to Tampa, FL in 1981 where they enjoyed retirement with frequent family visits. They also traveled extensively, taking them to all corners of the world as well as all 50 states.
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