TITUSVILLE — Michael L. (Mike) Bloom, 49, of Titusville, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008, quietly at his home following an extended illness.

Mike was born Dec. 25, 1958, in Titusville, a son of Howard A. Bloom and Mary Jackie Paris Bloom. He graduated from Maplewood High School in 1977.

Mr. Bloom was employed at Whitehead Tool & Design of Guys Mills until his illness.

Mike enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, working, riding his three-wheeler, working with his tractor, classic vehicles and spending time around campfires.

Survivors include his wife, Cheri Schoch Bloom of Titusville; his parents of Titusville; four children, Michael L. Bloom Jr. of Conneautville, Marissa Bloom of Franklin, and Stacey Bloom and Jamie Bloom, both of Titusville; four stepchildren, Chad Schoch and his companion, Allison, of Cleveland, Ohio, Jeff Schoch of Titusville, Tammy Acel Smith and her husband, Donnie, of Centerville, and Ryan Acel of Waterford; a granddaughter, Sarah Acel; two brothers, Karl Bloom and his wife, Anita, of New York, and Mark Bloom and his wife, Chrissy, of Guys Mills; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding him in death were his maternal and paternal grandparents.

No public calling hours will be observed.

A private funeral will be conducted at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions can be made to Chapmanville Community Church, 1043 LeBoeuf Trail Road, Titusville, Pa. 16354.

Arrangements are under the direction of Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home Inc., 203 E. Main St., Titusville.