Michael P. Conway, age 69, formerly of North Cape May and Fort Lauderdale, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, at his home in Melbourne Beach, Florida. Michael grew up and lived in North Cape May from 1961 until 1977. He attended Our Lady Star of the Sea School, Wildwood Catholic High School, and Stockton University.
Due to several conflicts around the world, in 1981, Michael decided to serve his country by joining the Navy, enlisting for six years. He served in numerous locations around the world, including conflict zones. He was a Sonar Technician on the USS Dale CG Guided Missile Cruiser 19 and on the USS Exploit Mine Sweeper 440. He loved his country, was very patriotic and had a fearless spirit.
Upon completing his naval service, Michael moved to Fort Lauderdale and spent many happy years there with his wife, Christine. He worked in the cable industry for over 30 years. He relocated to Melbourne Beach, Florida, in 2020 after retiring and had a home that bordered a wildlife preserve. He enjoyed seeing the many different types of animals in his backyard. He had a zest for life, was kind, caring, thoughtful, and would help anyone who needed it.
Michael is predeceased by his father, Francis (Frank) H. Conway, Jr. (1975), his mother, Dolores L. Conway (2002), and his brother Francis (Frank) H. Conway, III (2003). Michael will be missed by his loving sisters, Dolores A. Conway (Mike Sego) and Kathleen Conway of Melbourne Beach, Florida; sister-in-law, Diane Conway; nieces Shannon Warf (Jeff) and Bernadette Gentilini (Tom); his nephew and godson, Francis (Frank) Conway IV; his great-nieces and great-nephews Alanna, Jeffrey, Thomas, Lola, Roman, Margo, Tyler, all of Cape May County and many cousins and friends.