Michael Leroy Floto, 69, of Cambridge, IL, passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at Vandemore Funeral Homes & Crematory – Geneseo Chapel. Reverend Randy Mullen, Dave Nowack, and Pat Boone will officiate. Inurnment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery, Cambridge, IL. The memorial visitation will be held from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. before the memorial service at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the Cambridge Ambulance Authority, 303 S. East Road, Cambridge, IL, 61238.
Mike Floto, born on December 22, 1955, in Geneseo, Illinois, was the cherished son of William E. and Ruth E. (Dersham) Floto. A proud graduate of Geneseo High School’s class of 1974, Mike built a life filled with love and meaningful moments. On October 15, 1977, he married his beloved Carrie Gibbons in a heartfelt ceremony in Osco, Illinois. Mike dedicated himself to his craft as a journeyman machinist at Arconic, formerly Alcoa, where his skill and commitment shone brightly. Outside of work, he found joy in the simple pleasures of life - whether casting a line while fishing, tinkering with cars, tending to his home, or nurturing his yard. He often said, “Nothing was worth doing if it wasn’t done right”. Above all, Mike treasured time spent with his family, creating memories that will live on in their hearts. His adventurous spirit led him to Mexico, where he delighted in snorkeling and embracing the wonders of the sea. Mike’s warmth, passion, and devotion to those he loved will forever be remembered.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Carrie Floto of Cambridge; daughters, Christina (Timothy) Davis, Jessica Floto – Haley of Geneseo, and Amanda (Shaun) Floto – Weisz of Hubbard, OR; grandchildren, Alex Davis, Zach Davis, Angelicze and Evelyn Wendland, Huxely, Libby, Charlie, Lennon, and Sawyer Haley; and siblings, Cynthia Cathelyn, Susan (Pat) Boone, Victoria Daniels, James Floto, and Robert Floto.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ruth Floto; and infant sister, Debra Floto.