Mike was a great friend. We worked together for many years at Ferrellgas and Mike was always first to offer help to close a sale or complete a project. Always enjoyed watching him sing and perform around Hilton Head, South Carolina and you could always tell he was enjoying it too. Thanks for being my friend Mike.

So glad you know... He was always fond of you and all you did for him.

Lit a candle in memory of Michael "Mike" Francis Palermo

We are so sorry for your loss. It is difficult to lose a loved one from sickness and death. However our Heavenly Father is aware of your pain. He promises to put an end to tears, pain, and death. We hope that in the days to come you will turn to God and the Bible for comforted and hope.

Just a note to tell you all how very sad I am for your loss. I enjoyed my brief time getting to know Mike, and I'm grateful you have so many wonderful memories of him to sustain you through this terrible time. Patti Morfeld, RN (UNC Outpatient Infusion Center)

A wonderful Palermo moment, to me...having not seen Mike for sometime, I was interviewing with him and the regional manager for a propane job, at Mike's suggestion. Bonnie had always tried to steer him away from " bad" food, as he had diabetes. As we all ordered, Mike said to me " You know what I always get, right? ". I said " Salad, of course, Mike". We dissolved into laughing and no one else understood....no salad on his plate that day.....I will miss him and his joy for life.

Bonnie, Karen and family, Words don't adequately express how sorry we are to hear your sad news about Mike. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers. With much love, David, Gretchen, Anna and Zachy La Pour

Mike and I became friends while at Stevens Trade School. We would imitate the Mummer's strut and how pro wrestler 's used to fake getting hit, one day I did actually punch him in the face. I remember when he met the love of his life Bonnie she was working at the hospital at the time. God bless all of your family.

My condolences to the Palermo family. I had the pleasure of getting to know Mike as a vendor to the company he worked for. His passion for taking care of his customers was unbelievable. He will be missed!

I only know in all the years I knew Mike, his favorite title was Pop-Pop. The love of his life was, of course, Bonnie. I am too stunned and saddened to say more...will always hear his voice in so many songs he loved to sing.

My sincere condolences to the Palermo family. I worked with Mike at Suburban Propane via the regional office that was located in Charlotte NC. Mike was full of life! He was a great guy. He certainly kept me on my toes! I know he will be dearly missed. May God bless and keep you in His perfect care. Robbie Thompson Charlotte, NC

We are so blessed to have been a part of Mike's life. He was a true friend. We actually met each other thru a good deed Mike blessed us with. They don't come any better than Mike Palermo. We will miss that beautiful voice and the great times we were together. When you went out with Mike and Bonnie, you were guaranteed a fun time. Mike lived large in his short 64 years. We will always love Mike and Bonnie and hold them both close to our hearts. Pat and Ritchey Magee

We are saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Please accept our sincerest sympathy. Mike was such a fun guy and a great musician. We enjoyed knowing him. Friends at Kitchen & Bath Galleries

Mike had been a real inspiration to me musically and beyond since we met playing beach music.I will miss his positive attitude and the love he shared with the people he cared for.God bless him and his family and friends. Steve Malinowski

STEVENS TRADE SCHOOL 1972 : from our first meeting, Mike and I were truly, the country mouse and the city mouse! My demeanor, country/hillbilly. MIKE with his Phila/Italian attitude. Mike was all things Philly, the teams, the music, the culture and the attitude! My attitude , quiet and reserved. Mike , bold and bright and sometimes brash! Give me the quiet shade and solitude of a mountain. Mike preferred the bright sunshine, a beach with music and people! I prefer to keep people at arms length. Mike grabbed your hand, pulled you in, and made you feel comfortable there! I hate phone calls. Mike loved phone calls, the kind where he could engage you, and find out where you were truly at in life! Through our girlfriends/wives we developed a friendship. We'd get together as friends, part, and I'd let the friendship stick slip from my grasp. Mike would hold up his end of that friendship stick, and when together again that our friendships would start right where we left off. As your Spirit steps to the other side of life, it's not REST IN PEACE, that I wish for you my friend. May you have stepped over, BRIGHTLY and BOLDLY into the LOVE, LAUGHTER, and SONG that you loved so much!

Bonnie, Karen, and Kevin, Though it's been quite a few years since I've seen you, I frequently think about your family and the zest for life you all have, led by Mike and Bonnie. It was apparent to all the passion and love of life Mike had, the energy he exuded, and the special joy he took in his beloved family. Mike and I last spoke on the phone a couple of months ago, while again undergoing a course of chemotherapy. I was in awe at his positive and cheerful attitude. He was always "UP". He lived more in 64 years than most of us will in 100. My fondest memory of Mike was when we joined them and the Hasch's for a trip to St Maarten many years ago. Deb and I were concerned prior to the trip that we would not be physically able to keep up with Bonnie and Mike, so we agreed with Cindy and Bob to take alternate days with them. Whew. They were whirlwinds, and we got to see Orient Beach in all it's nudity, the casino, a day trip to St. John, drives all over the island, and enjoyed much rum punch. He was beyond a doubt a great man. I will miss him.