Michael Zaremski, Jr., 45, of Grand Island passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2021. Mike was born in Niagara Falls and moved to Grand Island as a teenager. He was a graduate of Grand Island High School and received his Associate's degree from Erie County Community College.

Mike is survived by his beloved children, Ella Rose Zaremski and Dylan Michael Zaremski, who were his pride and joy. In addition, Mike is survived by his former wife and mother of his children, Laina Cascio; his aunt and uncle, Patricia (Fred) Forbes; his parents and sister, as well as several other aunts, uncles, cousins, and numerous friends.

Mike was a proud veteran of the United States Army and National Guard, serving two tours in Afghanistan and in New York City at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks. After 21 years of dedicated service, Mike was honorably discharged and retired with the rank of Sergeant First Class. He was awarded multiple citations and medals including the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Combat Action Badge, Combat Spur, Campaign Star Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, NATO Medal, Army Service Medal, and the Conspicuous Service in the State of New York Medal.

Mike was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and the Buffalo Bills. He enjoyed bowling and cooking and was known for his great sense of humor. Above all, Mike enjoyed spending time with his children.

Michael's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 8 at 11:00 AM in St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY , concluding with Military honors. Interment will be held in the Western New York Veteran's Cemetery, Corfu, NY. Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel; visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans at secure.dav.org .