NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. — Michael Joseph Nackley, 58, of New Hartford, N.Y., went peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Thursday, Oct. 13, in the home where he lived and loved.

Michael was born Oct. 2, 1953, the son of Isabel Saba Nackley and the late James Joseph Nackley. Michael, owner of Nackley Agency, was educated at Notre Dame High School, Mohawk Valley Community College, the College of Insurance at Pace University, and Utica College. Known for his love of the outdoors, Michael spent much of his time in the Adirondacks enjoying the company of his family and friends.

Michael was married to his wife of 24 years, Tory, in Brunswick, Sept. 26, 1987. Without a doubt, his pride and joy were his three best accomplishments: his dear children. His heart was most full when he was celebrating life with his extensive family and friends. Michael lived his Christian faith by lending a hand, feeding family and friends, and giving of himself to those in need.

Michael is survived by his beloved wife, Victoria (Tory) Ladner Nackley; his three precious children, Meredith Elaine (Syracuse University), Jocelyn Margaret (Seton Hall University) and Phillip Spencer (Perry Jr. High); his devoted mother, Isabel Saba Nackley (New Hartford); his siblings, Mary DeAngelo and husband, Dominick (New Hartford), Gail Uebelhoer and husband, Bernie (New Hartford), Sandra Barr and husband, Mark (Massachusetts), Elizabeth Nackley and partner, Susan Russell (Pennsylvania), Susan Mojave and husband, Mark (New Hartford) and James J. Nackley II and his wife, Anna (Texas); he further leaves behind many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; his mother-in-law, Evelyn Ladner (Maine); brother-in-law, Jeffrey Ladner and wife, Reem (Vermont); Michael is cherished by his godchildren, Dr. James J. Nackley II, Michael Jenny, Kimberly Haller, Evan J. Mojave and James J. Nackley III.

Michael’s joyous personality blessed him with a large circle of lifelong friends who filled his days with laughter. Michael will be dearly missed.

Michael was predeceased by his father, James J. Nackley; his father-in-law, Richard Ladner; and his brother-in-law, Jonathan Ladner.