Michael J. Bendetti, 60, of Orwigsburg, passed away Tuesday, April 30th, at his residence.
Michael was born in Brooklyn, NY on June 8, 1963, a son of Robert Bendetti, of Orwigsburg and the late Catherine (Crochunis) Bendetti.
He was the husband of Dawn Patrice (Becker) Bendetti. They were High School Sweethearts and were married on June 28th, 1986.
He was raised in the Catholic Faith
Michael graduated from Blue Mountain High School in 1981 and earned his Bachelors degree from Penn State Schuylkill Campus.
He served in the U.S. Army and worked as a Environmental Scientist. Michael was an avid Mets and Redskins fan. He was a history Buff and a Civil War enthusiast
In addition to Dawn, his wife of 37 years, Michael is survived by
three daughters, Rachel Bendetti, Emily Bendetti, and Mikaylah Bendetti
two sisters, Cathy, wife of Gregory Yutko and Pam Koshar;
three brothers, Robert Bendetti , husband of Mary, Douglas Bendetti, husband of Cali and Kenneth Bendetti
He is also survived by his Aunt Dorothy Bendetti, widow of Daniel.
A memorial gathering will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, May 6th at Hamilton Funeral Home, Inc. in Orwigsburg, PA followed by a Religious Service at 7:00 PM with Father David Loeper officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hillside SPCA PO Box 233 Pottsville, PA 17901.
Interment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Annville, at a later date.