John Michael Ventura, of Orlando, Florida passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Cornerstone Hospice House in Orlando, Florida at the age of 68.

Michael is survived by his wife Valerie Ventura of the home; his sons Brandon Ventura (April) of Lumberton, NC, Ryan Ventura (Summer) of Wilmington, NC, Jonathon Ventura of Orlando, FL, and his daughter Victoria Sanders (Austin) of Deland, FL; his grandsons William, Wade, Wyatt and Sawyer; two brothers, Jerry Ventura of Tampa, FL and David Ventura (Dawn) of Horne Lake, MS and one sister, Teresa Loftin (Joel) of Saint Petersburg, FL as well as many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Charles Ventura, his mother, Mary Kross, and his sister and brother-in-law, Bob and Deloris Nelms, and his beloved dogs.

Michael was born on March 1, 1957 in Greenville, MS to Charles and Mary Ventura. He graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1975. Michael worked with Southwest Airlines for many years owned and operated Michaels Glass & Mirrors in Orlando, FL.

A memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to your local hospice house.