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Michael Anthony Gagliano

11/16/1958 - 11/29/2024

Obituary For Michael Anthony Gagliano

Michael Anthony Gagliano, 66, of Rockford passed away Friday, November 29, 2024, in Javon Bae Hospital. He was born November 16, 1958, in Rockford, the son of Frank and Mary Gagliano, and attended Boylan High School, Class of 76. Michael worked for Cal Cars, Rock River Ford, and The Clark Gas Station throughout his life.

Survivors include his three children, Michael (Joanna Torres) Gagliano, Diane (Michael) Diwo, and Megan (Terrance) Schwandt. Grandchildren, Annalise Gagliano, Landon, Mason and Gianna Diwo, Keanu, and Leyanni Schwandt. Stepchildren, Brian, Terry, Jenny, and Tammy. Three brothers, Frank (Laurie), Terry (Maria,) and Patrick (Maria) Gagliano. Three sisters, Kathy (Steve) Bedell, Mary Gagliano-Ratzel and Bridget (Ken) Postle. Many Nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Frank, and Mary. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, helping coach his grandchildren’s sports. He also enjoyed going to the shooting range,

Funeral Mass at 11:00 am Friday, December 6, 2024, in St Patrick Church 2505 School Street, Rockford. Burial in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation from 9:00 am until 10:45 Friday in the church. In lieu of flowers, and memorials to the family.

Services

6 Dec

Visitation

09:00 AM - 10:45 AM

St. Patrick Catholic Church 2505 School St Rockford, IL 61101 Get Directions »

6 Dec

Funeral Mass

11:00 AM

St. Patrick Catholic Church 2505 School St Rockford, IL 61101 Get Directions »

6 Dec

Burial

12:00 PM

Calvary Catholic Cemetery 8616 W State Road Winnebago, IL 61088 Get Directions »

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12/05/2024

Pamela Moore

Uncle Mike, I don't know what I want to say. I feel so much pain for the kiddos and grands, they are going to miss you terribly. I know you are in a much better place as an angel for all that loved you, because you were Heaven sent here on Earth. Diane, Mikey and, Megan....this is not easy in anyway shape or form. He showed you how to love unapologetically as a great father, uncle, friend, son and sibling to many. Keep up his good work in his name forever! I love all of you!
12/04/2024

Bridget Postle

Mike we love you!
12/04/2024

Mary Gagliano-Ratzel

My sweet brother Michael! I am so devastated and missing you so much! You have no idea how much you touched so many lives with your smile, your way of making everyone laugh no matter how much you were sick and in pain. You were such a loving and giving person right up to the end. Truly love you and miss you so much! Are family will not be the same without you! Love you, your sister Mary. 😪💔🙏🙏🙏
12/03/2024

John & Molly Manson

My deepest condolences to the Gagliano family. I worked with Mike when we were both teenagers. Mike was one of the hardest workers that I ever knew. Mike always a smile on his face, and a kind word for everyone. Mike R.I.P.