Michael R. Midili was born to Saustine J. and A. Nettie Midili on August 29, 1951. He lived 72 full years before passing away peacefully on March 31, 2024. He was a beloved father and brother with many cousins in his large, tight-knit, Italian family. His wide breadth of friends are peppered throughout the country. Michael is survived by his 4 children: Sean, Noah, Bethany Megen, and Anna; numerous adorable grandchildren, and a newly welcomed great-grandson. He was wildly creative and a dedicated family man who defied social norms. Affectionately known as "Conga Mike", he was a passionate lover of music, rhythm, and percussion. While he felt at ease jamming with other musicians, he also played his bongos or steel drum for both his own amusement and as a welcoming greeting to random passersby. Michael was an artist, a poet, and often philosophized about the world around him. Known to jot down free verse and prose, he also dabbled in charcoal sketches and abstract painting. His chess games were hyper focused and extremely competitive. He was born in Camden, New Jersey- resided in San Antonio, Florida most of his life, but really lived for adventure. Michaels travels afforded him many adventures. He has slept in a hammock under towering redwoods, explored roads less traveled in Canada, hopped the Caribbean Islands, and toured Italy. His journeys were plenty and his cross country motorcycle trips were reliable and jovial conversation starters. He was a free spirit with an open mind. He ran in many social circles and made friends in all walks of life. He loved nature - thriving in forests, air, and sea. He had an unwavering interest in flying with his paraglider and owned several boats in his life. Those around him are familiar with the stories of his time living on a Chinese junk ship in Morrow Bay, California; this same vessel relocated to a miniature golf course after its use. Michael sought not to be labeled by his occupation; yet, he had a variety of interesting jobs throughout his life: expert car salesman, installed interactive computer systems on cruise ships, and was the owner/operator of Carpets of Dade City. To everyone who knew him, Michael was unique in flavor and personality in innumerable ways. There will never be another person to be distilled quite like he was. Michael wiill be greatly missed. We can all rest with strength and peace knowing that his penchant for adventure has simply started a brand new chapter in an ever-evolving story. A celebration of life will be planned in lieu of the traditional funeral service at a later date. Contact the family for details.