Mike Fortino

Birth date: Aug 14, 1916 Death date: Jan 18, 2006

Mike Fortino, age 89, of Grand Haven passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2006 at his home. He was born August 14, 1916 to Louis and Chiara (Quinterri) Fortino in Grand Haven, MI. He married Jeanne Merritt on May 18, 1968. His first Read Obituary

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Anonymous

1053w ago

Grandpa I haven't really thought what to say so this won't be incredibly inspiring, but I miss you and love you so much. You were the patriach of the family and with you gone there is void that can never truly be replaced. I hope someday that I can be half the person you were and will use your life as an example of what a man should be. Until I see you again you will always be where you belong in my heart and in my soul.
Love your Grandson,
Shane Patrick Fortino##imported-begin##Shane Fortino##imported-end##

Anonymous

1053w ago

My deepest sympathy to your family. The great voice is singing with the greatest voice of all. God bless all of you during this tough time.##imported-begin##Paul Keast##imported-end##

Anonymous

1053w ago

Mike,Pat, Terry, Martha, Mary Ellen, and Betsy,

This is Jon Ehrmann and I just learned today of the loss of your father. He was a good man who contributed a lot to our Church and Grand Haven. I will remmber him in my prayers.

After some time passes, we should have a reunion of the Pennoyer Fortino Ehrmann kids.

Those of you who do not rember our respective pets "Jet" and "Spic" probably do not remember me.

I know it is a bit early to think of getting together, however for all of us time is passing by. I will host the occasion, however when the time is right we need an organizer who I heard is Martha who wore the white beret and brown coat at Ferry School and took on all comers just like you all did.

It is hard to believe that we remember those early years so well.

I am at my condo in Florida now and will be back in MI May 1.

In the meantime, I would be happy to hear from anyone who would like to talk at my cell phone 734-395-0111 or e-mail jogoeh@aol.com##imported-begin##Jon Ehrmann##imported-end##

Anonymous

1054w ago

I would like to send my condolences to the Fortino family. I only met Grandpa Mike a few times but I can see how he has touched so many people's lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you all...Lianne Gemeiner##imported-begin##Lianne Gemeiner##imported-end##

Anonymous

1054w ago

Wanting to send my condolences on the passing of your loved one. It's never easy to loose someone we love, but he is now in a better place.

With sympathy,
Heather Imielinski
(friend of Terry and Lynn)##imported-begin##Heather Imielinski##imported-end##

Anonymous

1054w ago

Jeanne, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Mike was a good cooworker, fun to bowl with, good neighbor and friend. He will be missed.##imported-begin##Mel and Bea Scherf##imported-end##

Anonymous

1054w ago

Riemersma just called us tonight and told us of your dad's passing. We can't tell you how much this hurts, MJF was a big part of our life especially our childhood. We feel terrible that we missed the funeral, but we just didn't know. We have a lot of fond memories of growing up that included your dad.

Pat/Martha words do not express what we feel. Please let us know your current phone numbers.

we love you guys..............thanks fred & linda##imported-begin##Fred & Linda Ehrmann##imported-end##

Anonymous

1054w ago

To Jeanne: I don't know how to thank you for being so wonderful and supportive to my dad. He loved you so much and loved having you as his life companion. You gave the greatest gift any child could want for their father and that was to love him and be be his side. He was so proud that you were his wife and I'm so proud that you are my step-mom. God Bless You and know that we are here with you forever and for anything that you need.

To all my brothers and sisters: Now that we've said good-bye to dad, our real-life hero, I want to say thanks to all of you for being my support, loves, and life-lines since I was seven. We've been through so much since 1960 and you've all had a hand in raising me. For that I love you and thank you. I know that anything I need I can depend on you guys for. Last week was a true testiment to what kind of a family and bond we've formed. We have now raised our children to hold these same values true. Though we have a huge hole in our hearts, life will go on, as dad would want it to, because we've got each other and always will.

Love all of you!!##imported-begin##Betsy Kleist##imported-end##

Anonymous

1054w ago

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. Mike was a true icon of the community.

With Deepest Sympathy

Gary##imported-begin##Gary Brock##imported-end##

Anonymous

1054w ago

Dear Betsy, So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was such a vibrant person and will be missed by a great number of people in the Tri Cities and Florida. He had many friends. We are in Florida for the winter so will be unable to attend his funeral. Please know that you are in our prayers for your loss. Rich & Mary##imported-begin##Rich & Mary Marod##imported-end##

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