Michael "Mike" Stello, 37 of Denton, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026.

"In the garage, his hands were skilled,
Turning wrenches, dreams fulfilled.
A father to Tori, Sydney, and Kensley,
In every heart, his loves run deeply.

A brother, a son, with kindness true,
His laughter and warmth we all knew.
With Stella by his side, his loyal friend,
A pit bull with a squeaky pig, their bond won't end.

By the grill, he found his joy,
Smoking meats, hosting joy.
Cookouts and gatherings, bringing friends near,
In every bite, his love was clear.

With blue eyes sparkling and a smile so bright,
He brought laughter and light, day and night,
His goofy spirit, a joy to behold,
In every joke, his warmth unfolded.

On the softball field, he played with grace.
A smile that lit up every face.

And as we gather, our hearts entwine,
The Denton community's love, truly divine,
Mike would be amazed, his spirit so full,
By the kindness and care, so beautiful.4

Mike Stello, forever near,
In our hearts, you're always here.

Visitation will be from 5-7pm on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at DeBerry Funeral Home.
Mike's funeral service will be Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 1:00pm in the chapel of DeBerry Funeral Directors; burial will follow at Justin Cemetery. 
Following the burial everybody is invited to Jack's Tavern to continue the celebration on Mike's life.