Michael Phillip Cannatti passed away on April 17, 2019 from complications due to an automobile accident. Mike was born on June 25, 1948 to Mary and Rocco Cannatti in Youngstown, Ohio.
He leaves behind his beloved children: son Chris Cannatti and his “main man” and “best bud” grandson Steve; his daughters Carrie and husband Derek Kistler, and Courtney “Coco” Cannatti; as well his former spouse Joan Cannatti. He also leaves his brother Dr. Lou Cannatti and spouse Karen; his sisters Tippi and husband John Boris, and Mary Lou and husband Paul Bevilacqua; as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.
Mike attended St. Joe’s Catholic School, Ursuline High School and graduated from Youngstown State University in Ohio with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations where he played for the university’s golf team.
He was a golf professional at Youngstown Country Club in Ohio and began working in real estate and mortgage banking after his move to Texas. Mike was the President of Austin Mortgage and Trust, served as President of the Austin Mortgage Bankers Association, and was a long-time member of the Texas Mortgage Bankers Association. His favorite times were spent at the Great Hills Country Club where he also served as a President and member of the board of directors.
He will forever be remembered as respected mentor, colleague, and friend; but above all as loving father and grandpa.
~ An Old Irish Blessing ~ May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind always be at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Cynthia Barbato (Colonna)
I will remember him from a little boy in grade school to graduation from Ursuline. He sat with us at the 50th reunion. We enjoyed conversing with him and the other people at our table.We want to offer our sincerest condolences to all of his children, grandchildren, and family. I can't believe he's gone. He was vivacious according to his postings on Facebook
Joseph Marinelli
I am very saddened to read of my friend Mike`s recent passing due to a car accident.Also, I wish to extend my sincerest sympathy and condolences to his family.I met Mike when I went to St.Joe`s in the 7 th grade and we immedately became good friends .I`m so glad at our Reunion we were able to talk and catch up on events in our lives.Our 50 th was such a nice event bringing us all together and reconnecting after so long a time . May Mike and all of our departed friends rest in peace .
Matt Giambattista
My sympathies to all of our classmates in the loss of Mike. He was very well liked and a great personality. May he rest in the peace of God’s kingdom. God bless all of you.
Joseph Calucchia
As Cynthia and Joe,I first met Mike at St. Joseph's. The difference is, I moved to the westside after sixth grade and went to St. Christine's for seventh and eigth grades. There I met Joan Mazie (Cannatti), and lived a block from her. I'm fortunate to have both as friends. Then on to Ursuline and reunited with Mike. At the 50th Mike and I did a lot of catching up, and I'm grateful for that. My deepest sympathy to the Cannatii family.
Elizabeth Joan Mazei (Cannatti)
Thank you Joe.Michael Moran
Michael, May You Go With God. To your loving family and friends, you have may deepest sympathy
Mike Moran
William Angle
I didn't meet Mike until we were freshman at UHS. With him living on the Northside he knew a lot of girls from Rayen & Liberty which was a plus as far as I was concerned. Mike was an excellent golfer too and with me playing football, we kindof bonded as only athletes can.We did lose track of each other when he moved to Texas, however we were always able to connect at various reunions. The 50th was the best! Afterward, we would text throughout the Football Season, about his beloved Texas Longhorns who unfortunately for him were in a slump and me about my old team Wake Forest. (Plus my hatred for notre dame which he'd laugh about). We had plans for me coming down for us to go to a Texas game this Fall, that would've been fun.
I miss Mike. May he rest in peace.