Michael Cardinali

Mike Cardinali, a devoted family man, skilled outdoorsman, and a true friend to many, passed away leaving behind a legacy defined by his passion for nature and his deep love for his family.

Mike was born and raised in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School, attended Stevens Point where he formed many lifelong friendships that he carried with him through the years. On August 31, 1996 Mike married his love Jennifer (Osman) where they built a life of love raising their two sons Samuel and Nico, who were his greatest source of pride.

Mike was a man of many talents, but he was most at home & in the great outdoors. An avid hunter and fisherman, he found peace in the woods and on the water, often sharing these passions with those closest to him. When he wasn’t in Richland Center WI or Aledo IL you could often find him home in the kitchen creating many different types of meals or at his favorite spots in town, Kenosha Harbor and Lake Andrea.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jen; his cherished sons, Samuel and Nico; and his siblings, Mary Redinger (Mike) of Hanover Park, IL, Julie Sturino (Sam) of Kenosha, Nick Cardinali (Barb) of Milwaukee, WI, and Laura Gatti (Chris) of Kenosha. He also leaves behind a large and loving extended family, including his in-laws, many nieces and nephews, and a wide circle of friends, neighbors and neighborhood animals who will forever remember his generous spirit, quick wit to always making people laugh and his love for storytelling.

Mike is preceded in death by his Parents Gerald and Karen Cardinali and In Laws Glenn and Rosie Osman.

A Celebration of Life will be held on February 7th from 2:00p.m-5:00p.m at the Soundbar Musick Café (115 56th St, Kenosha WI). Please come and share stories, memories and smile at the life Mike shared with us.

Mike will forever be missed, carry a special place in all of our hearts & loved by all. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the following organizations:

Outdoor Heritage Education Center (OHEC) – connecting youth and adults to the outdoors ohecyes.org

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) nami.org