Michael P. Pauloni, 67, of Kenosha, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on March 22, 2024. He was born on June 8, 1956, in Kenosha, WI, to the late Chester and Naomi ‘Joyce’ Pauloni.
Michael was known for his kind and proud nature, his sense of humor, and his deep love for his family and friends. He will be remembered for the joy and laughter he brought into the lives of those around him.
Michael was a bartender as a young adult. He became a master carpenter and started his own, successful business in Mesa, Arizona, where he and his family lived for ten years. He spent his last 25 years at the Brat Stop as a bartender, manager, and general jack-of-all-trades.
He is survived by his daughter, Ashley Pauloni, his son, Austin Pauloni, his granddaughter, Clare Griffin, his former spouse, Mary (Witt) Pauloni, as well as his siblings: Lissa (Scott) Ferguson, Patricia (Russell) Hungate, John (Mary) Pauloni, Jackie (John) Zimmerman, and Thomas Pauloni.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Chester Pauloni, his mother, Naomi ‘Joyce’ Pauloni, and his brother, Robert ‘Bobby’ Pauloni.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, April 28th at 1pm at the Parkway Chateau in Kenosha, WI.
May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.
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Beth Steinkopf says:
Love you Ashley. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. He’ll be smiling down and watching over you and Clare always.
Pat Birchell Sielaff says:
My deepest sympathy to all of Mike’s family! I went to high school with Mike and our circle of friends had some great times with Mike. RIP Mike, Thoughts and Prayers with his family and all whose lives he touched.
Sue Walker says:
Mike was one of the kindest people I have ever known. I hope the memories of what a wonderful man he was brings comfort to his entire family at this very sad time.
Norm Goforth says:
Kathy and I send our sincere sympathy to Mike’s family. I spoke with him the Sunday before he passed and, as always, he asked about Kathy and wished me safe travels back home. Ill miss you, my friend.
Patty Pauloni says:
Michael, my brother and partner in crime, for many years. We sure have some great memories. I will miss you and always carry you in my heart along with Bobby and so many loved ones. Will Miss you always. Until we see you again rest my brother 💚💜💙
Patty says:
1974 you moved in with me to Ft Lauderdale Fla.
had some great memories there. You then went back home. I moved to Ca. You came to visit a lot. You moved to Arizona we visited a lot. Me and Dad. And then I got married and then we had a Russell lol. You all liked each other. Thank God.
Good times. Sibling bonds never broken thick and thin all of us. We had a great journey brother. Mostly good some not so good. I will always believe I will see you and Bobby and everyone else again. God promised me that. R.I.P. my forever brothers we will always miss you. Lissa, Me Johnny and Jackie have 2 empty holes in our hearts. Never to be whole until
We are all Together again someday, glorious that day will Be. And oh the hugs we will have. I don’t know how we are going to go on without you but I guess God makes sure He carries us when we can’t. I’m so grateful I got my hugs in when I was there Michael. Truly Love you and miss you. Sleep until we see you again. 💔❤️😘🙏🏻🥹