Michael Anthony Gentile Jr.

Michael Anthony Gentile Jr., 84, also lovingly known as “FLIM” Feisty Little Italian Man, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Michael was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and was the son of the late Michael Anthony Gentile Sr. and Margaret (Maranto) Gentile. He received his education in Boston Catholic Schools before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force on his 18th birthday.

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, enlisting in 1954, until he was honorably discharged in January 1963. He was a resident of Nashua, New Hampshire, for 35 years before moving to Alabama for four years and then returning back to the Nashua area for the remainder of his time.

For many years, he was employed as a truck driver for various companies and a driving instructor until his retirement.

In his free time, Michael enjoyed deep sea fishing and spending time outdoors, camping. He had a love for the ocean that extended to his collection of beautiful lighthouses, which he also visited frequently, especially his favorite, Peggys Cove in Nova Scotia, and he also enjoyed sailing. He was a faithful and avid Boston sports fan and also enjoyed reading. Known as a movie buff, Michael maintained an extensive movie collection. Above all, his most cherished time was spent with his family, who will deeply miss him.

Michael is survived by his four children, Jacqueline Gentile and her husband John Bellemore of Methuen, Massachusetts, Pamela Robinson and her husband Christopher of Milford, New Hampshire, Dori Turner and her husband Keith of Talladega, Alabama, and Billie Jean Turner and her husband Steven of Wedowee, Alabama; his bonus daughter, Debra Robison of Milford; his 11 grandchildren, Jeffrey Gentile, Nicholas Gentile, Emily Robinson, Taylor Robinson, Travis Bellemore, Brett Claar, Sonya Claar, Devyn Molitoris, Celena Cook, Logan Turner and Branden Turner; as well as his two great-grandchildren, Aiden Amidon and Kadon Turner; his Auntie Anna Pipitone and many nieces, nephews and cousins; and his former wives, Cheryl Lee Gentile of 19 years and Kathleen Ann Gentile of 14 years.

He was predeceased by his son, Michael Robert Gentile; and his two siblings, Lorraine Downie and Peter Gentile; as well as his two lifelong friends, Gerard “Jerry” Hudon and Robert “Bobby” Marks.

At the request of Michael’s family, all services will be held privately. A celebration of life will be held later this month, details to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Liberty House in Manchester.

Arrangements under the care of ROCHETTE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 21 Kinsley St., Nashua. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared by visiting www.ANCTIL-ROCHETTE.com.