Michael Joseph Pastore

Mike was a loving, devoted and dedicated husband, father and grandfather. His greatest pride was his family. Born in the town of Faeto, province of Foggia, Italy, he arrived to America in 1961. He was a former resident of Newark, NJ. He worked as a engineer for over 40 years. He was an avid gardener and loved to spend time with his family creating beautiful lasting memories.

He is survived by his bride of 48 years, Mary Ann, their three sons and two daughter-in-laws, Joseph, his wife Blanca, John, and Leonard, and his wife, Gina.

He was a loving and giving grandfather or Tata as he was affectionately called by all five of his granddaughters, Angela, Victoria, Veronica, Isabella and Adrianna.

He is also survived by his two nephews, Antonio and wife Pamela D'onfrio and

Joseph and wife Marie D'onfrio. His mother-in-law, Victoria Cierpial and sister-in-law, Barbara Cierpial.

Predeceased by both his parents, Joseph and Angela Pastore and his sister Leonarda D'onfrio.

Visitation will take place on Sunday, October 12th from 1-5 PM at McCracken Funeral Home, 1500 Morris Ave., Union. A funeral mass will be offered on Monday, October 13th at 11 AM at St. Theresa's Church, Kenilworth, with entombment to follow at Hollywood Memorial Park, Union.

See you in paradise, Pop!