Michael J. Spendolini Sr.
Michael J. Spendolini Sr.
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He was born Oct. 12, 1916, in New Britain, Conn., and attended local schools. Michael was a World War II Navy veteran.
He began a career as a firefighter in 1942, as a substitute and was appointed as a regular firefighter in 1946; lieutenant in 1952; captain in 1961; and deputy chief in charge of training in 1967. Michael retired as assistant chief in 1974. He served as an instructor at the State of Connecticut Fire Schools at Willimantic and New Haven from 1963-1973. As deputy chief training officer he conducted classes in fire safety in New Britain hospitals, industrial plants, universities and local schools. He was a member of the Barnstable Fairgrounds Golf Club.
He leaves a son, Michael J. Spendolini Jr. of California; daughter, Patricia Hoar and her husband Michael J. of Mashpee; granddaughter, Kimberly Caprio, M.D. and her husband Angelo Caprio, M.D.; and a great-grandson, Mason Michael Caprio.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Wianno Avenue on Saturday, Nov. 17, at 11 a.m. Visiting hours will be in the John-Lawrence Funeral Home, 3778 Falmouth Road (Route 28), Marstons Mills, on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Burial is in Mosswood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name may be made to Our Lady of Assumption Church, Wianno Avenue, Osterville, MA 02655.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Roger Savino
November 15, 2007
I knew and respected Mike from the golf course. He always kissed me when we met in the old Italian custom, which was not always pleasant but always welcome. He was an excellent golfer but, more than that, he was an outstanding gentleman. He will be missed.
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Seale
November 15, 2007
Dear Florine, Patty, and Michael,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We loved Mike and will miss him dearly.
Love Bob & Cynthia
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