Michael James Perotto, 47 years old of Oak Creek, WI passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
He was born August 29, 1973, in Kenosha, WI the son of David and Lenore (Spencer) Perotto. He attended Kenosha schools, and went on to live in Milwaukee, WI for a short time before settling in Oak Creek, WI in 2008. Mike earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; he was currently working as a manufacturing engineer for Cree Lighting in Racine, WI – a job and coworkers he loved dearly.
Mike was very musically inclined; he loved playing, writing, and producing music. He was a talented guitar player and enjoyed engineering music on his computer. He loved spending time with his children and family, especially joking around with his sister, Margret. He will be remembered for his kind heart and empathetic nature.
Survivors include his children, Liam David Perotto and Ethan Joseph Perotto; mother, Lenore Spencer; sister, Margret (Kim) Marks, Jr, and brother Robert Perotto; nephews Jaxon Marks and Callaway Perotto; niece, Ava Perotto; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his former wife, Rachelle Hoehnen.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, David Perotto and his paternal and maternal grandparents.
Memorial visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Proko Funeral Home with a memorial service commencing at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to a suicide prevention organization of your choice.
