Mike Parente's Obituary
Mike Parente of Shelby Township, Michigan and formerly of Fort Myers, Florida passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 in Michigan while under Hospice care for some recent health challenges. He was 89 years old.Mr. Parente was born in Italy on August 17, 1927, the proud son to Maria Antonietta (Pepe) and Antonio Parente. He was married to and is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Pazienza “Vera” Parente and his devoted sons Vince (Cheryl) and Michael (Nancy) Parente. He also leaves behind his grandchildren Eric, Kelley, Meghan, Matt, Alex, Ryan, Emily, and 9 great-grandchildren. Sadly, he was preceded in death by his son Anthony “Tony” Parente.A Memorial Service for Mike will be celebrated by Deacon Anthony F. DiLorenzo at 10:30 AM on Saturday, December 17, 2016 inside the Chapel of Light at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907, (239) 936-0555. Friends will be received for an hour preceding this ceremony beginning at 9:30 AM also at the cemetery chapel. Upon the conclusion of these services, family and friends will recess to the cemetery where Mike will be laid to rest inside the Mausoleum located at the Garden of Serenity.To share a story, leave a tribute or to offer condolences to the family at this difficult time please visit Mike’s memorial webpage at www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign his guestbook.
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