Moises "Mike" Nazario

Moises Nazario ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Heritage Funeral Home – Greenfield on Feb. 28, 2026.Moises "Mike" Nazario was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, proud veteran, and generous friend whose life was defined by service-to his country, his profession, his community, and most of all, his family. Born in Manila, Philippines, Mike carried his heritage with pride and lived a life rooted in commitment, compassion, and quiet strength.Mike was the beloved husband of Mary Jean (née Kennedy) and a dedicated father to John (Sue), Rebecca (Rob) Schultz, Robert (Cheryl), and Cynthia. He found great joy in being "Grandpa" to Amanda (Sean) Runge, Maximillian (Brooke) Schultz, Ashley (Aaron) Schley, Samuel Schultz, Liam O'Neill, Vincent, Nikolas Willacker Nazario (fiancée Emma), Jacob, and Alexandria, and was a proud great grandfather to Averie Runge, Sullivan Runge, and Remy Schultz. His love for his family was constant and unwavering, and he cherished time spent together across generations. He is further survived by many extended family members and friends whose lives were enriched by his kindness, humor, and steady presence.Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Nazario and Sonia Shipman, and his parents in law, Walter and Sylvia Kennedy.A man of deep dedication, Mike served 20 years in the United States Navy, retiring as a Chief Hospital Corpsman and Medical Technologist. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1967 and was honored with a Purple Heart-an emblem of his bravery and sacrifice. His military service was a source of great pride, reflecting his courage and sense of duty.Education and service continued to shape Mike's life beyond the military. After attending university in the Philippines, he graduated from Southern Illinois University and completed his master's program at Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee. He retired as a Medical Technologist from Milwaukee County Hospital and later continued his career at St. Francis Hospital, where his professionalism and care left a lasting impact.Mike also gave generously of his time to the arts, volunteering for 20 years at the Sunset Playhouse in Elm Grove, Wisconsin. This long standing commitment reflected his love of community and his willingness to support others behind the scenes.A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 7, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8500 W. Cold Spring Road, Greenfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow promptly at 11:30 a.m., with interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Milwaukee.In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a veteran's organization of your choice in Mike's honor, reflecting his lifelong dedication to those who serve.Mike will be remembered for his strength, humility, generosity, and devotion to family. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched and the love he leaves behind.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.