HANNIBAL – Michael M. “Animal” Rollis, 79; passed away Friday, December 16, 2022, at Morningstar Residential Care Center, Oswego. Michael was born in Syracuse, NY to the late Methodi Stephen and Maria (Garcia DE ‘Angelo) Rollis.
He grew up in East Syracuse and graduated in 1961 from East Syracuse Minoa High School. He has been a resident of Hannibal, NY for most of his life. Michael was a United States Veteran having served in the Navy on the USS Gainard (DD 706) during the Vietnam War from 1962-1966.
Mr. Rollis enjoyed hard work and he retired from Chrysler Corp/New Process Gear, East Syracuse after 36 years of service. He then worked as a Security Guard for the State Office Building, Bank of New York, and Turning Stone Casino. Mr. Rollis was a faithful member of the Hannibal American Legion Post 1552 for 32 years.
He enjoyed fishing, attending the NYS Fair, and looked forward to his daily meals and visiting with this wife. Mr. Rollis also loved his furry animals, watching football and his favorite player Tom Brady. He liked celebrating Veterans Day with a special meal. Mr. Rollis never refused to work from any of his employers and he additionally loved to cut wood. Michael was always focused on what he felt he needed to do to provide for his family and not afraid to work hard to accomplish this task.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years: June (Miller) Rollis of Hannibal, their sons: Michael M. Rollis of Verona Beach, NY and Gary S. Rollis of Hannibal, NY; their grandchildren: Jack Rollis of NYC, NY; Gary Rollis of Hannibal, NY and Amanda Marie (Joey Stonecipher) Rollis of Chittenango, NY; and their great grandchildren: Zella Stonecipher and Remi Stonecipher and several cousins, nieces and nephews.
There will be a private service at the convenience of the family. Burial will be held privately in Hannibal Cemetery, Hannibal, NY. The Sugar Funeral Home Inc., 224 W. 2nd St. S., Fulton has care of the arrangements.
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Dad, Otis ( My black 14 year old Pug) held out for you until the end and entered heaven the day after you passed. I know you will continue to take care of him and Harvey ( My white 13 year old Pug) and be comforted by them. Although I willl miss you both, I will be spending more time with Amanda, Zella, Remi and the rest of the family. I will be helping other people and other pets in the future. Harry Fowler’s Son entered heaven right behind you, so there continues to be apples to pick, wood to cut, and more land clearing for Jeff Clarey. Until we meet again snuggle with the dogs and cats. They will keep you warm!