Michael A. Ferrante

January 10, 1948 - December 15, 2021

Michael A. Ferrante, 73, of Fayetteville, passed away Wednesday at Crouse Hospital with his family by his side. A Syracuse native, Mike’s career began at Morris Electronics in the 1970’s, where he worked for 20 years. In 1990 he pioneered Michael A. Ferrante & Associates, his own business as a Manufacturer’s Representative. He nurtured his company for 26 years, making lifelong connections with people he met on his journey of becoming a successful businessman. He was dedicated to his work and even had a side business as a musician to pursue his creative passions. Mike was a self-taught musician, whose number one passion was playing guitar. A talented guitarist, he learned every song he played by ear. He thrived in the music industry for over 50 years, playing lead guitar for numerous bands in the Syracuse area. He played in the Outcast, Sleepy Hollow, Timeline, and The Dynamic Duo. Mike was also involved in the history of Syracuse Music Album Series and co-organizer and committee member of the History of Syracuse Live Rock & Roll Concerts. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Alice Ferrante. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Nancy (Andaloro) Ferrante; children, Matthew Ferrante and Allison Ferrante; sisters, JP Savone and Irma Rushin; brothers-in-law, Joseph Andaloro and Anthony Andaloro; sister-in-law, Marianne Romer; several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to send a special thank you to the doctors and nurses of the ICU 3rd Floor at Crouse Hospital. A thank you to Dr. David Davin for his compassionate care and special friendship. Also a thank you to Kala Adams and Trey Colbert for their love and support. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, December 21st, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at FARONE & SON, Inc. Funeral Home, 1500 Park Street, Syracuse. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, December 22nd, 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Dewitt. Contributions may be made to the Dewitt Fire Department or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.