Michael V. Bitto, 45, of Wareham passed away at home on Tuesday, March 8.

Born in Brockton, he was the son of Domenic J. Sr. and Manuela (Adriano) Bitto of Wareham.

Michael attended Stoughton Public Schools. He worked for many years as the manager and cook at Franks Pizza in Weymouth, a restaurant owned by his family.

Michael loved his family, friends, four-wheeling with his children and was also an avid motorcycle enthusiast.

Michael is the loving father of Michael V. Bitto Jr. and Elizabeth R. Bitto both of Carver. He is the brother of Domenic J. Bitto Jr. of RI and Catherine “Cathy” Jordan of Middleborough. He is also the former husband of JoAnna M. (Burke) Bitto of Carver and the uncle of Gregory Jordan, Domenic J. Bitto III, Ana Bitto, his Goddaughter, Jesse Bitto and Stephanie Jordan.

Michael is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, relatives and friends.

Funeral Mass is scheduled for Monday, March 14, at 10 a.m. at Saint Patrick’s Church, 82 High Street, Wareham. Relatives and friends are invited to attend and gather at the church at 9:45. Visiting hours have been omitted.

Michael's family requests that memorial gifts may be made to the charity of your choice. Burial will be private. Arrangements by Wareham Village Funeral Home, 5 Center Street, Wareham.