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Tamburino (Maler) Michelle J. "Micky" of Mastic, NY passed away Friday, February 19, 2021. Michelle was born on February 24, 1947 in Queens, NY to the late James and Regina Maler. She married John A. Tamburino on November 5, 1966. She is survived by her daughter Lauren Maryon, her son John, grandson George and granddaughter Alyssa. Loving sister to Kathleen Forman, Jacqueline Callahan, Florence Wenger and James Maler and her loving canine companions, Augie & Fiona. Michelle graduated from Bellport High School in 1965 and studied to be a LPN at Central Islip State Hospital. She worked at the Suffolk County Infirmary. In 1974, Michelle was one of 17 residents determined to form a volunteer ambulance company in Manorville, NY. She was an AEMT and training officer and contributed 30 years of service in which she earned life member status. Michelle worked for the Suffolk County Parks Department as an AEMT at Smith Point Beach and as a radio operator. She then moved on to the Suffolk County Police Department where she occupied a civilian position as a Female Detention Attendant and retired in 2002. Michelle finished her working career with over 25 years of service to Suffolk County. In her younger years, Michelle enjoyed cooking, gardening, camping, boating, fishing and spending time with her family and friends. She was a strong, loving and caring woman. Her sense of humor and overall personality will be missed by everyone she encountered.

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Michelle "Micky" Tamburino

February 24, 1947 - February 19, 2021