Michael J. Cleary, 83, of Lawrenceville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 with his beloved wife by his side.

Born in Manhattan, NY, Michael was a longtime resident of Lawrenceville.  He was a proud Veteran, having served his country with the United States Marine Corps.  Michael was self-employed, having worked in corporate sales and purchasing for many years.  He was a parishioner at The Church of St. Ann.  Michael was an avid New York Mets and Jets fan.  He enjoyed playing golf.

Son of the late Michael and Helen Cleary; he was predeceased by his brother Gerard. He is survived by his wife Mary Cleary; his brother Joseph and sister Mary Zarnitz, as well as  numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 11:30AM at The Church of St. Ann, 1253 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

The visitation for Michael will be held on Monday morning from 9:30-11:30AM in daily chapel at The Church of St. Ann.

Interment will be held  privately and at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Michael J. Cleary’s name to: PMPH Foundation, C/0 Penn Medicine Hospice Princeton Health, 5 Plainsboro Road, 3rd Floor, Suite365, Plainsboro, NJ 08536.