Michael W. Pagano

Michael W. Pagano, 71, of South Beloit, IL, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at Saint Anthony Medical Center. He was born September 15, 1946 in Rockford, IL, the son of Fred and Dorothy (Lundholm) Pagano. Michael married the love of his life, Lillian Whitman on July 17, 1965 in Rockford. Michael was the proud owner of Pagano Auto Sales and Pagano Auto Body in South Beloit for 30 years. He enjoyed gambling, racing and tinkering with cars.

Michael is loved and missed by his wife, Lillian, son, Clyde (Tara) Pagano; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Mikey and 1 brother.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 25, 2018 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 North Alpine Road, Machesney Park, IL 61115. A visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m., until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. To share a condolence, please visit www.Sunsetfhmemgardens.com