Michael Wayne Martillaro age 77 of Ocala, FL passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024 at home.
Mike was born to Catherine Martillaro on June 2, 1947. He graduated from DeKalb High School in 1965 and later joined the US Army from 1966 to 1969 serving in Vietnam. Mike worked as a branch manager in DeKalb, IL for 32 years and then retired in Florida. He became a member of the Angela Santos VFW Post 4781 in Ocala where he enjoyed spending time with friends who were like family.
Mike is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lana Martillaro and three children, Tim (Angie) Martillaro, Susan (Jerry) DePauw, and Tony (Laurie) Martillaro. He had 6 grandchildren, Justin, Brittany, Sydney, Alaina, Lyn and Emilee. He had nine great grandchildren and several step grandkids and great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Angela Santos VFW Post 4781 in Mike Martillaro’s name. The address is 9401 SW 110th St, Ocala, FL 34481. There will be a Celebration of Life at the Angela Santos VFW Post 4781 at a later date.