Michael C. Torbicki, Jr.

Michael Charles Torbicki Jr., 45, of Newington, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Dec. 11, 2017.

Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late Michael C. Torbicki and Janice (Ensign) Melesko.  Michael was a former Hartford resident before moving to Newington 13 years ago.  He attended Hartford schools, Manchester Community College, and received a Bachelor Degree from Trinity College.  Michael was a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, serving in Somalia, and was a member of the VFW in Newington and Disabled American Veterans.  He was a behavior specialist in the Hartford school system and took great pride in lending a helping hand to people in need.  Michael was an avid sports fan who enjoyed coaching and spending time outdoors.

He is survived by two sons, Michael C. Torbicki III of Southington and Donovan Torbicki of Newington; his mother, Janice (Ensign) Melesko; and by a brother, Louis Melesko; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia (Procaccini) Torbicki, his maternal grandparents, Donald and Gloria Ensign and his aunt, Linda Ensign.