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Michael Selvaggio Obituary

Michael P. Selvaggio, 33, of Bethlehem, passed away suddenly Thursday, July 12, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, after being stricken at work. Born February 13, 1985 in Allentown, PA, he was the son of Stephen F. and Teresa A. (Bouman) Selvaggio, of Bethlehem Township. He and his wife, Ashli B. (Vitko) Selvaggio, celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary on June 21, 2018. Mike was a 2004 graduate of Notre Dame High School. He was employed by the family business, Selvaggio & Sons Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Mike was a wonderful husband and daddy who loved spending time with his family, especially his wife and son whom he adored. He loved life, pleasing people and was a huge family guy who enjoyed celebrating the 4th of July. He also enjoyed traveling and marital arts. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Surviving in addition to his wife and parents are a son, Michael Christian "Mikey" Selvaggio, at home; three brothers, Stephen R. Selvaggio and his wife Marjan, of Bethlehem, and Nicholas P. and Mathew J. Selvaggio, both of Bethlehem Township; maternal grandparents, Robert and Patsy Bouman, of Bethlehem Township; in-laws, Robert and Linda Vitko, of Forks Township; three sisters-in-law, Kimberly Vitko, of Easton, Colleen Smith and her husband Bryan, of Nazareth, and Bobbi Vitko, of Forks Township; nieces and a nephew, Mila Selvaggio, Kailyn Fulmer, Kyler Wagner, Brianna, Cassidy and Ella Smith; his dogs, Diesel and Stella; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Stephen J. and Christine A. Selvaggio. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am Tuesday in Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 3219 Santee Road, Bethlehem. Call Monday 4-7pm and Tuesday 10-11am in the church. Private interment will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery. The Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., Wilson Borough, is in charge of arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.strunkfh.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to CHOP Foundation, memo: Michael Selvaggio, PO Box 781352, Philadelphia, PA 19178. Donations will be directed to the Neurology Department.

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Published by Morning Call on Jul. 14, 2018.

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Krisann Drust-Lustig

July 8, 2022

Teresa & Steve,
Every now and again my thoughts are about you. Sad, when I am remembering just how your hearts are hurting every day. Please, please know that I am sending positive thoughts your way. My hope is your hearts are filled with peace, and you smile often while thinking of Michael. I know I smile when I think of him.
Hugs... :)
Kris & John

Krisann Albanese

July 8, 2021

My heart is sad for you. I think of you often. Hard to believe that I am truly without words. Please be comforted that I smile when I think of Mike.

Hugs...

Krisann Albanese

July 14, 2020

Teresa & Steve & your entire family,
Although it has been a few years...my heart is still very heavy for you. Of course, the memories are not even close to having Michael with us to share all that life has to offer. I truly think of you often...
Hugs,
Kris Albanese

Robert Nitchkey SR

August 9, 2018

I never met Mike but I do Know Ashli from her Father's store and I did have the pleasure of meeting Mikey. I would like to offer my most sincere condolances to the Family.

July 18, 2018

My deepest sympathy is extended to the entire family. May the memories you hold dear help you through the days ahead.

Mrs. Saylor - K2 at SAS

Sandra Evans

July 17, 2018

Dear Selvaggio family, I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. I remember him as a student at ND. He always had a smile on his face in the classroom or the hall. I have fond memories of him. I am sure this is a great loss to all of you. My deepest sympathy.

Debra Stemrich-Bakos

July 17, 2018

My deepest sympathies in the passing of your son. My son Joey Stemrich and Michael were good friends in high school. My heart aches for your family for his passing was so young. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm sure he was greeted by the angels for his entrance to heaven. God be with you all.

Monica Transue

July 17, 2018

My deepest condolences to the Selvaggio family. My prayers are with you all.

Dave and Cindy Strow_ Strow's Plumbing, Inc.

July 16, 2018

Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain.

Frank & Donna Alexander

July 16, 2018

To the entire Selvaggio family our heartfelt condolences go out to all of you, there are no words when loosing a sibling.

Frank & Donna Alexander

Fred and Cindi Duser Rice

July 16, 2018

Dear Steve and Teresa,
We're so sorry to hear of your loss, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.

Rich and Kathy Kroll

July 16, 2018

Teresa ,Steve and family ,

We are so very sorry for your loss.
Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Rich and Kathy Kroll

Christine Haag

July 16, 2018

My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. The presence of Michael's truly lovable, one of a kind spirit will certainly be missed but now... will never be far away. Please know, my prayers are with you all.

Charlene & Rich Dean

July 16, 2018

Dear Teresa, Steve and family,

We are so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Will Power

July 16, 2018

Our Condolences to all of Michael's family and friends. May his life and memory give you far more eternal love to experience than the tremendous grief you have right now, and may you gain so much peace you know it was Jesus Christ attending to you personally.

Sincerely, Will and Rachel Power

Maryjane & Bob Velcheck

July 15, 2018

To all of you,

We were so sorry and sad to hear about Michael.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Maryjane & Bob Velcheck
Roseville,CA

Dawn and Cliff Johnston

July 15, 2018

Dear Steve, Teresa and the entire family:

Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathy for the unimaginable pain you must now be enduring. Words are inadequate to express the sorrow we feel for you at this time, but hope that you know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

July 15, 2018

sorry for your lose. god and time will help . the repash gang

Dianne LaFrankie

July 14, 2018

Dear Ashli,Teresa, Steve and Selvaggio, Vito Families,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, son, brother, son-in-law and brother-in-law.
I will keep you all in my prayers as you work through your unimaginable pain and loss.
God bless you,
Dianne LaFrankie

Colleen Jabbour

July 14, 2018

Deepest sympathies and condolences to the families.

Ann and Frank Wilson

July 14, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

July 14, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Barry and Kathy Pavlish

Kris Albanese

July 14, 2018

Teresa, Steve & your entire family,
My heart is truly very heavy for you. What possible words could I say to ease your pain? Let your friends help in all ways...I hope & pray that I am in that circle should you reach out. My thoughts are on you & your family.

Kris Albanese
Bethlehem PA

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