Michael L. Wilfong Sr.

Michael L Wilfong Sr., 61

CAMPBELL…Michael L Wilfong Sr., 61 passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

Michael was born August 28, 1963 in Warren, Ohio, a son of Earl William and Mildred Ruth (Smith) Wilfong.

He was a 1981 graduate of Howland High School and was a lifelong resident of the Youngstown area. Michael served in the US Army from November 17, 1981 until February 4, 1983.

Michael married the love of his life, the former Cynthia Ray on May 28, 1988.

He worked as a maintenance Mechanic at Fresh Mark in Salem, Ohio.

Michael was of the Catholic faith.

Michael was a big fan of Ohio State football and loved going to Cleveland Guardians and Browns games. He enjoyed working on cars, riding roller coasters and going to concerts. Above all he loved spending time with his family.

Michael will be deeply missed and always remembered by his wife, Cynthia; his children, Ashley (Ryan) Splenda of Monroeville, Michael (Ashley) Wilfong Jr. of Canton, Ohio; his brother, Bill (Natalie) Wilfong of North Carolina; his sisters, Patty (Mark) Johnson of West Virginia and Donna Wilfong of Warren, Ohio; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins whom he loved. He also leaves his beloved dogs, Harley and Cocoa along with all of his fur grandbabies.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his in-laws, Joe and Delores Ray.

The Wilfong family has entrusted Michael’s care to the Wasko Funeral Home in Campbell, Ohio where calling hours will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 from 10-11:45 followed by a prayer service at 12noon.

Michael will be laid to rest at St. John Catholic Cemetery in Lowellville, Ohio.

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