Obituary: Michael Patrick Farrell, 59, Of Middlefield

MIDDLEFIELD, CT — (From Wallingford Funeral Home): Michael "Mike" Patrick Farrell of Middlefield, loving husband of JoAnn (Panico) Farrell, died peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, March 31, 2024.

Born in New Haven on December 18, 1964, son of Thomas John Farrell and the late Jo-Ann (Cicio) Farrell of East Haven. Mike was employed by Cigna Healthcare for the last 11 years as a Senior Market Insight Specialist. However, Mike’s favorite job was being a father. He was always very involved in his children’s activities and never hesitated to step up, volunteering as a soccer coach, Cubmaster, and Assistant Scoutmaster.

Growing up, Mike was a Cub Scout, active in CYO (Catholic Youth Organization), and played baseball and basketball in East Haven. One of Mike’s favorite memories was managing ‘Sweet Revenge,’ a local band made up of his best friends. Mike stayed active by playing volleyball, working out at The Edge, and running. He recently ran the Hartford Half Marathon for the Girl Scouts of Connecticut and completed a Spartan Race.

Mike loved rock and roll music, traveling, and was a die-hard UConn basketball fan. On a sunny day, you might find him kayaking on Lake Beseck with his wife.

Mike impacted countless lives with his selflessness and compassion. If you were lucky enough to know Mike, you’d consider him a friend.

Mike’s family was the center of his world. In addition to his wife, JoAnn, and his father, Tom, he is survived by his son, Christopher Farrell of Manchester, CT; and daughter, Victoria (Connor) Igo of Windham, ME; three sisters Kathleen (Anthony) Cimino of Guilford, CT; Alison Farrell of Los Angeles, CA; MaryEllen (Carmelina) Farrell of New Haven, CT; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

His family will receive relatives and friends at the Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main Street Ext. on Monday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Colman’s Church, 170 Hubbard St., Middlefield, at 12 p.m., with burial to follow at All Saint’s Cemetery, North Haven.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCan.org) in memory of Michael Patrick Farrell.

For more information and to leave online condolences, visit Wallingford Funeral Home here.