Michael Francis Marino, of Bedford, October 17.

He was the beloved son of Francis and Linda (Nocella) Marino. Devoted father of Savannah and Kaylee Marino. Loving partner of Brenda Brier and her children Shana Brier and Shawn McCarthy.

Michael was born in Somerville on February 11, 1969. He was a graduate of Bedford High School, Class of 1988 and attended Middlesex Community College and Essex Agricultural School. Michael owned and operated GFM landscaping. He had a strong interest in horticulture and truly enjoyed the outdoors. Michael's greatest joy in life was being a father to his two daughters, whom he adored and took great pride in.

He was also the dear brother of Laurine Verrilli and her husband Ralph of Concord and Michelle Marino of Leominster. Uncle of Andrew, Caroline and Jack Verrilli. Michael will also be missed by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral from the Bedford Funeral Home, 167 Great Rd., Bedford on Thurs. Oct. 22 at 9:00 A.M., followed by a funeral Mass in St. Michael Church, 90 Concord Rd., Bedford, at 10:00 A.M. Visitation at the funeral home Wed., Oct. 21, from 4:00-8:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Epilepsy Foundation of New England and Brigham and Women's Hospital.