Michael G. Mangone, aged 23, passed away on July 8, 2018 in Phoenix, AZ. Michael is survived by his parents, Joe and Theda, sisters, Elizabeth and Emily, his favorite dog, Buddy, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Michael was born in Scottsdale and graduated from Arcadia High School. Michael was always an athlete and his passion was basketball. He played for the Arcadia varsity team and multiple club teams. He was an outstanding basketball player, earning multiple MVP awards. Everyone knew Michael for his infectious personality and ability to light up a room. He was larger than life, a friend to everyone he met, and will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him.
The Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 East Indian School Road, Phoenix. The Funeral Mass will be held at the Arch Diocese of Denver Mortuary at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 12801 West 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, CO at 11:30 A.M on Monday, July 16, 2018. A visitation will precede Mass at 10:30 A.M. The interment will follow Mass at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the OCJ Kids Foundation at www.ocjkids.org/cowboy-camp/ with fund directed to the cowboy camp.
Bruce Mallory Family
Joe, Theda, Elizabeth & Emily,
Our deepest sympathy to you all during this difficult
time. Michael will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May God’s peace and love surround you.
Natalie & Tony Sundermeier
Mangone family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Can’t remember ever seeing Michael without that huge, infectious smile. May your favorite memories of him console you. You will all be in our prayers.
Susan Finlay
We twice had the chance to spend time with Theda’s family. Both times, our son immediately took to and looked up to Michael and for the short time that we were together, it was hard to separate Ben from Michael. When we visited in Arizona, needless to say, basketball was involved.
Sending all of our love and many hugs.
Kitty Guignon
Theda ,Joe and Elizabeth
Our hearts and prayers are with you . We shared so many wonderful memories with Michael and Lizzie ‘ and will always be grateful for the friendship between our families. We love you and our love for Michael will continue to hold true with the memories we have of him . Love you all
Kitty , Genevieve , Margaux , Lucy and Gabby Guignon
Maureen
There are no words to heal the pain your hearts are going through right now. This is a club I never want anyone to join…we lost our son, Sean Barrett, last October. Our kids know one another. I am asking God to wrap his healing arms around you right now. And please know your friends are too., along with prayers for all of you.
God bless the Mangone Family,.
Hugs,
Maureen McGuire (mother of Bryan and Shea Barrett)
Mac McKerral
Joe:
I got the sad news from Frank Walsh, and I just wanted you to know that I will keep you and your family in my prayers during this difficult time.
Hang in there, pal. My thoughts and the thoughts of all the Snakes are with you.
Best-
Mac McKerral
Sam and Deborah Keller
Hearing about your loss has deeply saddened us, but we know that this is far from what you are going through right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Steve Swatzell
RIP, Michael. You brought a lot of joy to my life.
Maura kelly
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be surrounded by family and friends during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathies,
Jim and Maura Kelly (Erin’s Mom and dad)
Mike James
My condolences to you and your family Joe. I was in diss belief when I heard the news from Michaela. Thoughts and prayers to you all during this devastating time.
The Halyard/Camoriano Family
Our hearts and love go out to you and your whole family.
Ron Mays
Joe and Theda – I am so so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I know from experience that there are no words to ease the grief of losing a child. So I just want to say that you have all my sympathy and love.
Ron Mays
James Rowell
Joe,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your son. I can’t even imagine…
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pug
Judith A Merritt
I am deeply saddened to hear of your dear son, Michael’s passing. I offer my deepest sympathies to you, Joe, Theda & your daughters.
Bob Kellner
Joe
Like the rest of the guys, I and our family learned of your loss thru Frank’s email. We cannot imagine your grief, Joe but, do know that our family is with you and yours through prayer and any support we might offer.
With Sincere Condolences,
Bob & Teresa Kellner & Family
Sally & Richard Compton
Theda, Joe and daughters – Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Words cannot begin to express our sorrow. Please remember you are not alone… We, and your PAL friends, are here for you, along with many others. We are thinking about you and sending love and prayers.
Vivi and Rod Haney
Theda, Joe and family,
We received the sad news regarding your son Michael. Please know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Valerie & Teal Trujillo
Dear Theda, Joe, Lizzie and Emily –
We are sending lots of love and prayers your way during this very difficult time. Our deepest condolences to all of your family. May your beautiful memories of Michael, your love, and your faith help you through the days to come. Michael is now a special angel that will always be there to look over you.
Warmly,
Valerie & Teal Trujillo
Sari Battista
Theda, Joe and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on your families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Lori Andersen
Joe and Theda,
We are so very deeply saddened by your loss. Our sincerest condolences to you and your family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori and Kirk Andersen
Annie Cate and Lily Sheedy
Dear Mangone’s,
We send you our condolences and hope to give you strength during these painful times. Michael will be truly missed.
Brynn O’Connell
Dear Mangone Family,
Michael was always the highlight of my afternoon in 6th period Spanish at Arcadia. He always had the biggest smile and made me laugh almost everyday. Michael was so bright and cared deeply about so many people. He was incredibly proud of his family and took an interest in all different types of students at Arcadia. He was kind and loving and wanted to please and be acknowledged and loved. I am very very sorry you lost him so young.
Renee and Jordan Wilson
My son Jordan Wilson and our family are heartbroken over your loss of Michael. We all cared for him very much and for many years Jordan thought of him as a brother. Many prayers for your family and I pray for Michael’s peace.
Gail Friedman
So sorry for your loss. The Friedman’s are praying for you and your family.
Lori Rodgers
Joe and Theda,
Words cannot express the sorrow we felt when we heard of Michaels passing. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori and Jack Rodgers and
Michaela and Madeleine James
Phyllis and Randy Bailes and Family
We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. Our hearts are breaking with yours. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jan Nickoley
Theda, I am so sorry for an incredible loss that is unfathomable. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Steve Capra
My deepest condolences go out to your family. Peace be with you and yours!