Michael D'Antonio

Michael D’Antonio, 83 beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully at home with his family around him on March 10, 2022. A longtime resident of Aberdeen, Maryland, Michael was born on August 30, 1939, to parents Alessandro and Carmela D’Antonio in Tripoli, Libya. He is preceded in death by his wife Frances, of 52 years, brother, Mark and his parents. Michael will best be remembered for his service to his country and for graciously opening his home to welcome a host of friends from all walks of life. He and his family hosted exchange students from many countries. Michael was a Viet Nam Veteran and continued his service in the army for 33 years, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer 5 (CW5) and was named a United States Army Ordnance Corps Hall of Famer. Michael was a Third-Degree Knights of Columbus, a member of the Lions Club, and a member of the Sons of Italy. Although Mike traveled extensively as a soldier, he and his wife continued to travel upon his retirement. Mike is survived by a son, Michael D’Antonio, of Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada; two daughters, Monica Rothrock and Angelica D’Antonio, of Aberdeen, MD; three grandchildren: Alexis and Dominique Rothrock, and Camas D’Antonio; two great grandchildren; Sophia and Brayden Rothrock. He is also survived by his sisters Lina and Ellie D’Antonio and brother and sister in law Robert & Maria Giovannettone. Mike is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and devoted friends: Kathleen Grana, MaryAngela Greveris, Kay Heavey, and Alberta Porter. A Visitation will precede the Celebration of Life the week of March 21, 2022, the exact date and time are TBD. The services will be held at Saint Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church, located at 1450 Abingdon Road, Abingdon, MD 21009, interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a future date.