Michael C. Barto

MICHAEL C. BARTO age 48, beloved husband for 29 years of Stefani (nee Grosch); cherished son of Lawrence (wife Karyn) and the late Lauretta Broadwater (nee Kroecker) (husband David); dearest brother of Jeffrey (wife Katie Sanguedolce, deceased), James (wife Shelley), and Michelle Zyzanski and stepbrother of Angie, Lisa, and Darris Broadwater, Lisa Hostler, Jennifer Myers and Carrie Holet; dear uncle of Brittany Vojack (husband Cory), Sarah Zyzanski, Hanna Barto, Rachel Zyzanski, Lucas Barto, and Leah Barto; Mike is also survived by his feline fur babies Zeke, Blinky, Cadence, Esme, Bernie, and Rue. He is preceded in death by his best friend and canine companion, Buster.

Mike was born April 7, 1974, and passed away on December 24, 2022. He graduated from Kirtland High School in 1992 and attended Lakeland Community College. He was a proud owner of his own masonry and contracting company. He enjoyed listening to pop and classic rock music, playing golf and bowling, traveling, video gaming and he loved to cook. He was a compassionate animal lover and a hard worker.

Mike was always a giving and selfless person. He had a gentle soul with a social and jovial personality which made it hard for people to stay away. He will be missed by so many.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in support of the family HERE.

Celebration of Life Service Friday, December 30, 2022, at 7PM at the Funeral Home. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Mike at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) FRIDAY 2-4PM and 5-7PM.