Michael J. Whitcomb, age 36,

resident of Pittsburgh, PA,

passed away on Wednesday July 6, 2011 at his home.

He was born on December 11, 1974 in Rochester, NY.

Michael enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid sports fan with a great love for the NY Yankees and collecting baseball cards. His hobbies also included cooking, playing pool, and Blackjack. Michael?s children were his greatest joy in life.

He is survived by, his children,Cameron and Mikaila Whitcomb;

parents, Dennis (Cheryl) Whitcomb and Deborah (Tom) Izzarelli;

sister, Dana Wainio;

stepsisters, Beth Durdella and Bobbi Ingerick;

nieces, Alysha and Nicole Wainio; Sarah and Natalie Ingerick; Mia Durdella and Tessa Jantonio;

nephews, Joseph and Christopher Wainio; Joseph Durdella and Anthony Jantonio and many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends.

He was preceded in death by,his grandparents, Bob and Betty Mohan, Jerry and Shirley Whitcomb; and his cousin, Luke Scahill.

Friends will be received 1-2:00 PM on Monday, July 11, 2011 at The Behm Family Funeral Homes & Crematory, 175 S. Broadway, Geneva, OH 44041 where a Memorial Service will take place immediately following visitation at 2:00 PM.