Michael J. Bagnato
Michael J Bagnato II, 62, a lifelong resident of Bradford, passed away, Thursday, August 31, 2017, in Pittsburgh after a brief, but painful, battle with cancer.
Born April 14, 1955 in Bradford, he was the son of the late Michael and Dorothy (Trace) Bagnato.
Michael is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years Susie (Nelson) Bagnato.
Michael and his wife are the former owners of Byllye Lanes Bowling Center for 25 years and currently own and operate Bagnato Enterprises in Ellicottville, NY.
He was known to fix anything, he enjoyed cars and boating, but above all, loved being with friends, family, and grandchildren.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Sarie (Todd) Bridge of Gibsonia, and Nikki (Eric) Gawron of Hamburg NY, three grandchildren Blayke and Brendan Bridge, Shelby Gawron, his sister Byllye (Stephen) Chichester of North Port, FL and his beloved aunt, Ellen Bagnato of Bradford. He is also survived by Chloe, his adored Yorkie
At Michael’s request, there will not be any public services. A private Mass will be offered for him at a later time. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorials if desired may be made to the American Cancer Society or Alzheimer’s Association.
Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
To the Bagnato Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
— Lydia (Smith) and Edward Olechna
Try as you might, you never could outrun my Corvette.
— Bruce Lewis
Aunt Susie, Sarie and Nikki my condolences for you all and prayers that god will ease your pain through the difficult times. My thoughts are with you all. Love Jayme (Nelson) Mancuso.
— Jayme (Nelson) Mancuso
Susie, hopefully the good memories will help ease your pain. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
— Susie Gigliotti Lerch
Dear Susie and family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Mike''s passing. Please accept our most sincere condolences for your tremendous loss.
Mike was a thoughtful, capable and caring person and he will be surely missed.
With sympathy,
Nigel and Jacquie
— Nigel McGrath
As former neighbors, we offer our sincere sympathy to your family during this sad time. Our condolences.
— Tom & Linda Wable
Susie, Chole and family,We are truly sadden to hear of your lose. We send our love and prayers-Teresa and Calla Lee
— teresa wagner
Susie and family, our hearts are broken by this news. Our sincere condolences and sympathies go to you and your family. Our prayer is that God give you peace and your memories help you through this sad time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
— Dave and Pat Durolek
My sincere condolences to the family and friends, so sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in knowing that Jehovah God will soon resurrect our dear loved ones (John 5:28-29). Oh how we long for the time when pain, suffering and death will be no more these former things will have passed away (Revelation 21:3-5).
— Bill F
My heart breaks for your family. May all your hearts heal with time.
— Sheila Passley
we are so sorry for your loss. God Bless.
— Wendy Strub and Peter Chandler and family
Dear Susie and Family. We are so very sorry to hear this sad news. Our sincere condolences to you and your entire family. Mike was a true gentleman and very professional businessman.
— Peter & Karen Turkstra
Billye, So sorry for your loss.
Mar_T Ahrens
— Martha Taylor Ahrens
Susie and family, so sorry to hear about Mike. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Frank and Bonnie Lama
— Bonnie
Susie, Sari, and Nikki. We are so very sorry to hear of Mike''s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
— Bill and Barb Black
We are so very sorry to hear about Mikes passing. All our thoughts and prayers are with you Susie and the girls and family.
Bob and Brenda Laird
— Bob and Brenda Laird
We are so very sorry to hear about Mikes passing. All our thoughts and prayers are with you Susie and the girls and family.
Bob and Brenda Laird
— Bob and Brenda Laird
Susie, Sarie,and Nikki - Sorry to hear about Mike. You are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Mike!
— Kathy and Jim Kelley
Susie, our hearts go out to you and the family...may God Bless you all through the tough days ahead.
— Terry Bryant
Susie and family, So sorry to hear about Mike. May the good Lord wrap his arms around you all in your time of grief. Praying for you all.
— Kevin & Gail Moyer