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Michael Cavataio

July 10, 1939 - August 28, 2026

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Obituary For Michael Cavataio

Age 87, of Brentwood, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28, 2026.

Beloved husband of the late Mary Elizabeth (Barnishin) Cavataio; loving father of Frank P. (Suzanne),Michael, Jr. (Kathleen), John V. and the late Thomas P.; cherished Nonno of Vincent (Evelyn) Victor (Kaylee), Julia (Tommy), Michaela, Sophia, Vivian, Victoria, Samantha and Miranda; brother of Josephine "Pina" (the late Domenic) Longo and the late Pietro (Maria) Cavataio and Vita (Sebastian) Barbera. Michael was born in Campofelice di Roccella, Sicily, immigrated to the U.S. at age 15 and was raised in Oakland. He worked in the construction industry from age 18 until retiring at age 58 from Local #1058. Mike enjoyed gardening a wide variety of fruit trees and vegetables. He was most proud of his fig trees. He was a self taught builder and mechanic and could fix anything. In his later years, his biggest joy was his grandchildren. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday, August 31, 2026 from 3-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Sylvester Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Drop the Puck on Cancer at https://dropthepuckoncancer.com/

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  • September 05, 2026

    RONALD ANDRASCIK

    My deepest sympathy to the Cavataio family on the passing of your father. MICHAEL WAS MY BEST FRIEND

  • August 31, 2026

    Dee Ladley Hurrell

    I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • August 30, 2026

    Lisa Greco

    Just as I wrote when Aunt Mary passed, my brother David and I have such fond memories of our early child hood at the Cavataio house. I will always remember cherish the Easter dinners, exploring Uncle Mike's wonderful garden, and yes, the beloved fig trees, and climbing the cherry trees every summer to gather the best cherries I've ever had to this day. Thank you, "Uncle" Mike for the wonderful memories of my childhood. May you gain your perfect heavenly body and renewed memory as you join your loving wife and family members alongside our Lord in Heaven!!!! My prayers are with your family in grieving their loss but celebrating your life and memory.

  • August 28, 2026

    Matt Harkins

    I'll miss having a glass—or two, or five—of wine with you. You were someone I truly respected and loved for your sincerity, your humor, and all the laughs we shared."

  • August 28, 2026

    Shelley Tavis

    I'm so sorry to hear of your family's loss. My prayers are with the whole Cavataio family.

  • August 28, 2026

    Matty

    Kim and I offer our deepest condolences on your Dad's passing. I spent a lot of time at the house developing a friendship with you 4 brothers. Your mother and Dad always welcoming but to be honest, I was a bit scared of them. Lol. Anyway I only got to realize how nice of people they are in my adult years working with DTP. Again my heartfelt prayers are with the family.

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