Michael, of Norwood, NJ, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family at the age of 69 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born and raised in Totowa, NJ; he was a resident of Norwood for the last 28 years.
Michael was full of life and the heart of the family. He had a gift of gab, a knack for telling a story and the ability to make friends wherever he went. He was the beloved husband of 44 years to Jennifer (nee Benvenuto). He is also survived by his son, Christopher, and his wife , Jamie Marie and his daughter Jamie Beth Diceglie. He also leaves behind his brother, Frank DeCeglie; his sister, Joanne Dagnino, and her husband, Dennis: and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his father and mother, Michael and Jennie, and his siblings, Grace Jansen and George DeCeglie.
Michael worked for Adalet Corporation as director of Sales and Marketing and at Chase Manhattan Bank - Real Estate Division.
He coached the Norwood Girls Softball Team and was also Director of Norwood Baseball and Softball Leagues. He was a member of the Electronic Young Tigers Association. Michael was also a trustee for the Old Tappan High School Athletic Club and responsible for scholarship fundraising.