Michael Joseph Harrington

Born in Wareham, Massachusetts to Nancy (Upton) and Barry Harrington (Nancy later married John Gallo), Michael attended Bourne High school, where he was an avid football and basketball player. He worked as a bridge painter/ sandblaster for 38 years. He enjoyed watching all New England sports teams. He also enjoyed motocross racing, which he later introduced to his only son, Mikey. He loved anything that had to do with the ocean, whether it was swimming or a walk on the canal. He always was cracking jokes, making people smile and laugh; whether he was at work or at home. Michael always had words of wisdom to share. His presence was known whenever he walked into a room. He always saw the good in people. Family was very important to him, as he said, “You have your family and a few close friends.” He was a very giving person; he would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. Michael was an organ donor, and was able to save three people’s lives with his donation to New England Donor Services. Michael married Terri (Ambrose) when he was 27 and they had three children. He later married Alison (Bartow) at 51 and thought of her son, the late Dylan Lane, as “one of his own.”

Michael is survived by his wife, Alison. His brothers; Stephen and Rocky. His sisters; Kathleen, Heather, Christy and Casey. His children, Harmoney, Colbey and Mikey and their mother, Terri. His nephew, Adam Harrington, whom he also recognized as his son. His grandson, Jaymason, whom, he was known as “Grumpy” to. He is also survived by his best friend, Mark Evans, whom Michael considered part of his family. In addition to Dylan, he is pre-deceased by his parents and his brother Jon Jon.

A mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday November 29th at 11am, Corpus Christi Parish, 324 Quaker Meeting House Rd. East Sandwich, MA. Burial is private. Visitation will be held on Tuesday November 28th from 4-8pm at Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home, 154 Route 6A, Sandwich, MA.

"PMA or Positive Mental Attitude" One of Michael's favorite sayings to keep in your hearts & minds.