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Michael Angelo Bruno, age 71 of Portage, IN passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025. Mike was a graduate of Lew Wallace High school and former Army private first class, with Marksman M16 badge; United States Army.
Mike was a retired employee of Franciscan Hospitals with 25 years of service in the Maintenance Department. He made several friends at work, some of which remained lifetime friends of his. He enjoyed hiking. The Indiana Dunes and Deep River were two of his local favorites. He knew a lot of the history of the local lakes and rivers, and where the best fishing spots were. Traveling and Road trips on his Harley-Davidson was one of his favorite past times.
He is preceded in death by his parents Nelson and Nancy Bruno; brother, Richard Bruno; sister, Patricia Bruno; and cousin, Angelo Bruno
Mike is survived by his daughters; Erica (Ryan) Raisor and Andrea (Matthew) Bruno; grandchildren, Ruby and Juniper; siblings, Rosemarie (Maury) Melnik and Joseph Bruno; and several nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Gathering will take place in the near future for family and friends to honor Mike’s memory. Memorial donations may be made to the family. Please continue to watch the website for the exact date and time. For further information please call Mileva at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel 219-736-5840.
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This is a very nicely written. May he rest in peace. Sending love ❤️
Michael,
If relatives were flowers, I’d pick you, my little brother, to be in my bouquet! You brought sunshine and happiness always with your unique sense of humor and sparkling eyes. I’ll miss your weekly calls–sometimes in between, too. It was always good to hear your voice. We’ll miss having you at holiday dinners sharing a mutual love of music and favorite bands. We’ll miss your tips on places to visit from Portage, to the trails at the Dunes, to Michigan City and surrounding areas We couldn’t wait for dessert to feast on Mom’s Cherry/Blueberry Slices and Candy Cane Cookies you brought. You made them to perfection just as we did growing up–Mom would be proud. Happy Forever Memories Are The BEST!! Thank you for giving us so many of them.
Forever in our hearts.
With all our love,
I worked with Mike at Fransiscan. He was a good friend and a great worker. I will miss are phone calls we had. Rest in peace my friend and thank you for your service.
Mike, I will miss you. We maintained a long friendship. You always called just to check on me. I still have voice mails and cards from you. You were a treasured friend. To the Bruno family, I mourn your loss of this admirable, sweet, good man. We were all fortunate to have him in our lives. RIP Michael, tell Ang I said hello, and I love you both. ♥️💔♥️