Michael Fulginiti passed away on May 25, 2026 at 97 years old. Born in Gasperina, Italy, he moved to Kearny in 1955 and lived on Elm Street until his passing. Visiting will be on Friday, May 29, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home. Mass will be held Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in St. Stephens Church (Kearny) and entombment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery (North Arlington).
Michael proudly served in the Italian military and was a retired welder from J. Supor in Harrison. He was a devoted father and grandfather who cherished spending time with his seven grandchildren. He loved cooking for his family, a gift he learned from his beloved wife, Nina, as well as singing, playing the lottery, all while bringing laughter and life wherever he went.
Husband of the late Marianna Voci, he is survived by his children Mary Ann Maltz, Sam (Judy) Fulginiti and Diane Biancamano and his nephew Joseph (Rita) Voci. Michael was the loving grandfather (pop pop) of Kimberly, Elise, Jacqueline (Frank), Steven, Anthony (Alyssa), Giuliana and the late Carissa. Brother of Antonio Fulginiti, Raffaela Grande, Rosetta Agresta, Carmella De Filippo and the late Vincenzo Fulginiti.
In lieu of flowers kindly consider a donation to The American Heart Association
