Michael Andrew Pastorius II's Obituary
Michael Andrew Pastorius II, 32, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 3, 2025. He was born on February 22, 1993, in Barberton, Ohio.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Michael Andrew Pastorius; his brother, Joseph Tyler Pastorius; his grandparents, Bruce Michael Dowling and Georgia Carlson; and his cousin, Drew Davis.
He is survived by his loving mother, Brandi DeLynne Dowling; Andrea Badaracco; his only child, Leonidas Alexander Pastorius; his sisters, Victoria Pastorius and Natalie Pastorius; his brothers, Bruce Pastorius, Johnny Bowen, and Cole Pastorius; and his Mawmaw, Karen Dowling. He is also survived by his aunts and uncles, Brenda (Byron) Hutchison; Charles (Terry) Roth; David (Patty) Pastorius; Sam (Dana) Pastorius; Jake Pastorius; and Missy Pastorius; his cousins, William Dowling; Ayzan; Chad Roth; Calianna Davis; and many Pastorius cousins; and his nephews, Drew Pastorius; Wyatt Turner; and Adrian Pastorius. Michael is further survived by Ashley and Colton King.
Michael will be remembered for his quick wit, sharp intelligence, great sense of humor, his great love for passionate debate, and his deep love of poetry. He held a strong belief that life should be fair and always lived according to his principles. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew and loved him.
A memorial service will be held at Tallmadge Christian Fellowship, located at 406 Tompkins Avenue, Akron, OH 44305, on September 13 at 11:00 a.m.
Though his time here was far too short, Michael’s memory will remain forever in the hearts of his family and friends.
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