Obituary: Michael T. Wambolt, 41, Of Wallingford

WALLINGFORD, CT — (From Wallingford Funeral Home): Michael T. Wambolt, 41, of Wallingford, passed away unexpectedly on April 25, 2023.

Michael was born on December 12, 1981, a son of Andrea Cleto of Wallingford and the late John Wambolt.

Michael grew up playing Little League baseball and youth football. He was a lifelong fan of the NY Giants and attended many home games with his father and uncles.

Michael traded in his cleats and mitts for a drum set and guitar, when he realized that he had a talent and passion for playing music. While they never hit the Billboard Hot 100, his band, Guilty by Association, got their 15 minutes of fame with a show at Toads Place, New Haven, the stage where the legends play.

Following in his parents’ footsteps, Michael had a long career in the restaurant industry. He became the owner and operator in 2018 of 2 Guys 1 Grill, a local hot dog and hamburger restaurant, and a Wallingford hidden gem.

A large part of the restaurant’s success, in addition to great food, was Michael’s amazing service and ready smile. He believed that every stranger was just a friend he hadn’t met yet.

Michael found joy in many pastimes, like fishing on the Connecticut shoreline and working on his cars and trucks. His greatest joy was the time spent with his beloved dogs, Sage and Copper, who he is now reunited.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his brother, Robert McAviney III and his wife, Alexandra, of La Mesa, CA, as well as many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Michael’s family will receive relatives and friends at The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 North Main Street Ext., on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. His funeral service will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the funeral home during calling hours. Interment will be private.

For more information and to leave online condolences, visit Wallingford Funeral Home here.