Michael Balesteri
Michael Balesteri

Obituary of Michael John Balesteri

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael John Balesteri announces his passing on December 15, 2017 at the age of 67. He will be lovingly missed by his wife of 46 years, Jackie, and his children Matthew (Jessica) Balesteri and Beth (Nicholas) Cina. He was the beloved Nanu to his grandboys Salvatore (12), Tyler (11), Benjamin (5), and Mason (1). He leaves his very special aunt, Tita Marie Glaze, who was a second mother to him. Michael was the only child of Salvatore and Isabel Balesteri who preceded him in death. Mike was a lifelong resident of the Monterey Peninsula and was well-loved by his friends at Junipero Memorial High School as part of the graduating class of 1968. There, he met the love of his life, Jackie Clarke, at the age of 14. In his youth, he was proud to have been on the football, baseball, and basketball teams and continued his love of sports as a supportive coach and spectator for his children and grandchildren. Mike began a lifelong career in wine and spirit sales after working at the family liquor store. He built wonderful work relationships based on his strong work ethic and integrity. Mike's friends and family admire the way he lived every aspect of his life with honesty and loyalty. Mike loved to play golf, work in the yard, and rearrange his garage. Mike and Jackie always threw a great party with the best music and food ever. Mike's love and knowledge of music always set the tone for a perfect gathering. The greatest joy of Mike's life was his relationship with Jackie and the blessings that Matt and Jessica and Beth and Nick brought to his life through his four grandsons. Services to celebrate Mike's life will begin with a visitation at Mission Mortuary on Thursday, December 28th at 5:00 pm with vigil services beginning at 6:00 pm. Mass of Christian burial will be at San Carlos Cathedral at 9:30 am on Friday, December 29th. The family is sincerely grateful for the prayers, love, and support of our family and friends during this difficult time.
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Visitation

DEC 28. 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM Mission Mortuary 450 Camino El Estero Monterey, CA, US, 93940 info@missionmortuary.com http://www.missionmortuary.com

Rosary

DEC 28. 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM Mission Mortuary 450 Camino El Estero Monterey, CA, US, 93940 info@missionmortuary.com http://www.missionmortuary.com

Funeral Mass

DEC 29. 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM San Carlos Cathedral 500 Church St. Monterey, CA, US, 93940

Reception

DEC 29. 11:30 AM Monterey Beach House 285 Figueroa Street Monterey, CA, US, 93940
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