Obituary of Michael G. Boulanger

Michael G. Boulanger, age 56, of Rome, died suddenly May 17, 2009. He was born July 5, 1952, in Newport, Vermont, a son of George and Madeleine Trotier Boulanger, and graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1970, Utica School of Commerce and Empire State College. Mike was employed as a recreational therapist at Central New York DSO, and received the "Employee of the year award" in 1976. He was a member of the Mt. Zion Ministries. Mike was an avid wood crafter. He participated in many craft shows and made many friends along the way. Mike had a passion for the entertainment and movie industry, and worked as an "extra" in movies and soap operas, filmed in New York City. He was a member of the Screen Actors Guild, where he met many famous and known actors and actresses. He was an avid traveler and Cruise enthusiast and for years arranged Cruise excursions for hundreds of fellow State employees, cruising to several countries around the world. Michael is survived two sons, Jason and Adam, and foster children, Scott Ryan and Nick Rose, all of Rome; his father and step-mother, George and Nancy Boulanger of Rome; a sister and brother in law, Jane and Ron Barnes of South Lake; a brother and sister in law, Paul and Jennifer Boulanger of Rome; a niece and two nephews, Sara Boulanger, Paul Boulanger and Dan LaGasse; aunts, uncles, cousins and many special friends; and his two dogs, Barkley and Mackenzie. He was predeceased by his mother, Madeleine. The funeral service will be held Thursday at 10:30 AM at Barry Funeral Home. Burial will be in Rome Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the Barry Funeral Home, 807 W. Chestnut Street, Wednesday, 4 to 8 PM. Please offer online tributes or light a candle at: www.BarryFuneralHome.com.