Michael F. O’Toole of Franklin, MA passed away on July 27, 2023 . He was the son of Edmond and Barbara (Bennett) O’Toole and was raised in West Newton, MA. Mike was a 1964 graduate of Newton North High School and earned a degree in Criminal Justice at Northeastern University in 1981.
He was the beloved husband of 55 Years to Norma E. (Lawson) O’Toole, devoted father to his son Timothy M. O’Toole and his wife Beth of Franklin, and his daughter Diana K. Mulak and her husband Mark of Attleboro. He was the proud and loving Papa to Patrick, Colin and Liam O’Toole, and Michael and Caroline Mulak.
Mike was the brother to Thomas O’Toole and his wife Ellie, Dennis O’Toole and his wife Pamela, Kathleen Quinn and her husband Dennis, Peter O’Toole and his wife Barbara, James O’Toole and his wife Jill, and the late Sheila Gravelle who is survived by her husband Rich. He was also brother-in-law to the late Anne Vasilakis and her late husband John, John Lawson and his late wife Sandy, Paul Lawson and his wife Joanne. He is also survived by generations of nieces and nephews, extended family, and dear friends.
Mike was an honorable veteran of the US Air Force where he attained the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-5), serving his tour of duty in Vietnam. He then built a career as a dedicated and well respected police sergeant of 32 years at the Needham Police Department. After retirement, he moved to East Dennis, MA with Norma. He enjoyed a new career as the Director of Transportation at CapeAbilities, Inc. in Hyannis working with adults with disabilities.
Mike and Norma enjoyed traveling with trips to Cape Cod, cruises around the world, and in recent years to his second home in Florida. Some of his favorite pastimes included golfing, visiting the beach, and socializing with friends. His family was his pride and joy, loving the time he spent time with his grandchildren and so proud of all their achievements.
Calling hours will be at the Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage Street Franklin, MA on Monday July 31, 2023 from 4:00-7:00pm. The Funeral will take place at St. Mary’s Church in Franklin on Tuesday August 1, 2023 at 11:00am. Interment will follow at Bourne National Cemetery in Bourne, MA at 1:45pm. A bereavement luncheon will follow at Mezza Luna in Buzzards Bay, MA.