Michael John Vanchieri, 55 passed away surrounded by his loving family after a short battle with cancer December 12, 2019 at his home. He was born in Saddlebrook, NJ, on September 8, 1964, the son of Anthony Vanchieri and the late Edda Woelfel. Michael was the loving husband of Jeralyn (Palmenteri) Vanchieri. They celebrated their 24th Wedding Anniversary on September 9th. Michael served in the Navy as a Hospital Corpsman and a Field Medic for the 2nd Marine Division at Camp Lejeune. Most recently he was Chief Administrative Officer - Systems and Co CEO for Eye Care Specialists which he retired from in July of this year. Michael will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 24 years, Jeralyn Vanchieri of Effort. Michael was a devoted father to his children, son Michael and daughter Anna Vanchieri both of Effort, PA and daughter Cristian Randeau and her husband Patrick of Bartonsville and number one grandpa to his two grandsons Van and Rayce Randeau of Bartonsville, PA. He was the brother of Anthony Vanchieri whom shares his life with his wife Valerie from Alexandria, VA, as well as their daughters Melina and Grace. Michael is survived by his father Anthony Vanchieri, step-mother Joanne Vanchieri of Charlotte, NC, step brothers and sisters and their families. Michael enjoyed golfing, fishing, woodworking, playing guitar with his buddies, grilling, adventuring with his sweetheart and most of all, spending quality time with his family. Every tradition we have is because of him, we will honor him by continuing on under the umbrella of love that he has created with each of us. We remember him as a playful hero, strong and sweet. A celebration of Michael’s life will be held at 5 pm, Monday, December 16th at Gower Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Route 209, Gilbert. Family and friends are welcome to offer condolences on Monday, December 16th from 3 pm until time of service at the funeral home. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made In Loving Memory of Michael J. Vanchieri to a Charity of One’s Choice or to the family C/O Jeralyn Vanchieri and mailed to Gower Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 1426 Route 209, Gilbert, PA 18331.