Michael was born and raised in Camden, NJ. After graduating from Camden Technical School he enlisted in the US Navy where he was stationed on the USS Intrepid during the Vietnam War. After an honorable discharge, he returned to service for the Cuban Missile Crisis. Following completion of that assignment, he became an electrician through IBEW Local 98. During the early 70's, Michael embraced the role of step-father to Greg and Stephanie Collins.
In 1987, Michael met the love of his life, Marie and son William (Billy). Michael loved being a dad and later a grandpop. Michael and Marie spent the next 33 plus years together. Within one week of his death, they had celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary.
Michael was a very caring, giving man always willing to help others. He brightened the day of many, even strangers with his quick wit and friendly persona.
He enjoyed racing cars and riding his motorcycle. He loved shooting target and skeet. His family was of the utmost importance to him which he demonstrated consistently.
Friends and family and invited to share in Michael's Life Celebration on Monday July 27th, 2020 at the Beck Givnish Funeral Home, 7400 New Falls Rd, Levittown, PA 19055. A visitation will take place from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM with his Life Celebration service beginning at 3:00 PM. Michael's Life Celebration Service will be live streamed on the Beck Givnish Facebook page beginning at 3:00 PM. Burial for Michael will be Tuesday July 28th, 2020 at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940.
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Michael was born and raised in Camden, NJ. After graduating from Camden Technical School he enlisted in the US Navy where he was stationed on the USS Intrepid during the Vietnam War. After an honorable discharge, he returned to service for the Cuban Missile Crisis. Following completion of that assignment, he became an electrician through IBEW Local 98. During the early 70's, Michael embraced the role of step-father to Greg and Stephanie Collins.
In 1987, Michael met the love of his life, Marie and son William (Billy). Michael loved being a dad and later a grandpop. Michael and Marie spent the next 33 plus years together. Within one week of his death, they had celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary.
Michael was a very caring, giving man always willing to help others. He brightened the day of many, even strangers with his quick wit and friendly persona.
He enjoyed racing cars and riding his motorcycle. He loved shooting target and skeet. His family was of the utmost importance to him which he demonstrated consistently.
Friends and family and invited to share in Michael's Life Celebration on Monday July 27th, 2020 at the Beck Givnish Funeral Home, 7400 New Falls Rd, Levittown, PA 19055. A visitation will take place from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM with his Life Celebration service beginning at 3:00 PM. Michael's Life Celebration Service will be live streamed on the Beck Givnish Facebook page beginning at 3:00 PM. Burial for Michael will be Tuesday July 28th, 2020 at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940.
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