Michael Agaat Floresca, age 69, of San Diego, California passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021. Michael was born in Bontoc, Philippines to Dr. Alfonso & Francisca Floresca and to 5 older siblings, Angeline, Dennis, Chris, Francis and Digna.
Michael graduated from Mountain Province High School in 1967. He joined the navy in 1971 at NAS Cubi Point, Philippines, at 19 years old. On June 3, 1973 Michael exchanged wedding vows with Magdalena Velasco at the Saint Joseph's Parish Church of Olongapo City. They were blessed with two children, daughter, Michelle and son, Michael II. After marriage and when their daughter was 1 years old, they were stationed at NAS Lemoore in California. In 1979 they moved to Yokosuka & Yokohama, Japan where he served on the USS Midway. It was there that his son Michael II was born. In 1982 they were stationed at NAS Whidbey Island, in Washington. In 1986 they moved to NAS Adak, Alaska. And in 1989 he moved to and retired from NAS Miramar in San Diego, CA . Michael served during the Vietnam, Cambodia, Iran, Israel/Palestine, Panama, Nicaragua, Kuwait, Iraq 1 & 2, and Afghanistan wars. Michael's primary occupation was Chief Aviation Storekeeper. Through his hard work and dedication, he achieved the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He received several awards recognizing his for his heroism, including a six Overseas Service Ribbons, four Good Conduct Medals, and one Service Medal. Michael was a Navy Veteran who served 22 years of active duty, with an additional 10 years of service in the Navy Reserve. Michael's favorite pursuits were singing, working on cars and camping.
Michael is survived by his wife Magdalena; his children Michelle (Andrew) and Michael II; 4 granddaughters; his sister Angelina and brother Dennis. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings Chris, Digna, and Francis.
Michael was well known for his wonderful singing voice and charismatic personality. He will be missed by his family and friends but his songs will live forever on the web!
Viewing will be held Monday, August 16 from 4 pm to 8 pm (PDT) at El Camino Memorial 5600 Carroll Canyon Rd. San Diego, CA 92121.
Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, August 17 at 11am (PDT) at Good Shepherd Catholic Church 8200 Gold Coast Dr, San Diego, CA 92126. Livestreaming: https://www.goodshepherdparish.net/mass-streaming.
Interment will be at Miramar National Cemetery 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122 at 1:15pm.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.sorrentovalleychapel.com for the Floresca family.
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