Canisteo, New York

Michael E. “Mike” Bloom – 54 – of 25 Pine St., Canisteo, NY, died early Tuesday morning (December 16, 2025) at his home, following a long illness.

Born in North Hornell on December 26, 1970, he was the son of Earl & Yvonne (Atkins) Bloom.

Mike grew up in Arkport and attended Arkport Central School.  He later received his General Education Development (GED) Diploma from Hornell BOCES.

Mike resided in Florida for about 2 years where he worked installing TV cable.  At the age of 20, he returned to the Hornell Area and has resided in Canisteo for the past 10 years.  A self-proclaimed “Jack of All Trades,” Mike has been employed at several area businesses and worked a variety of jobs, including Gunlock Corporation, welding, Dansville Logging, roofing & carpentry at Loper’s Contracting and as a mechanic at Smith’s Collision in Arkport.  Since suffering a stroke in 2019, Mike has been disabled and has not been able to work.

Prior to suffering a stroke, Mike enjoyed taking long rides on his Triumph Motorcycle with his buddies.  He also had a deep love of music — especially “Old Rock” and “Heavy Metal.”

He was married on September 5, 2015 to Deanna Smith who survives.  Also surviving are 3 children, Michael Bloom, Jr. of Hornell, Tabitha Smith of Perry, NY and Riley Bloom of Canisteo; his sister, Deanna Bloom of Bath; 6 grandchildren, Aubree Smith, Jude Johnson, Cylar Yeoman, Aiden Bloom Alynna Kepper and Carter Bloom; his great-niece, Anhaleigh Buckmaster; along with several nieces & nephews.  He will also be sadly missed by his 2 dogs & 6 cats.

At Mike’s request there will be no calling hours.  A “Celebration of Life” will be held at a later date.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Mike’s family request that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions in his name be made to the Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY  14843.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.