Michael D. Battaglini, 77, of Chicago, beloved husband of Rosaria "Ro", nee DeFranco; loving father of Nancy (Dylan) Farmer, Joe (Robyn), and Dina (Joe) LaFramboise; dear grandfather of Colin and Abbey Farmer, Michael and Dominick Battaglini, and Josette, Tesse, John, and Luke LaFramboise; fond brother of the late Robert. Visitation at Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL 60053 on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until departure for St. Martha Church at 11:00 a.m. Mass at 11:30 a.m. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers, donations to favorite charity appreciated.. (847) 965-2500