Rock Musician. He will be best remembered as the bass player for the ensemble "Toto." Born into a musical family, the son of jazz drummer Joe Porcaro, his brothers Steve Porcaro and Jeff Porcaro were bandmates in "Toto." Formed in 1978, Mike replaced bassist David Hungate following their Grammy Award-winning album "Toto IV" (1982). He first recorded as a member on their album "Isolation" (1984) and remained an active performer until the advanced stages of ALS progressed. He died of complications from the disease.
Rock Musician. He will be best remembered as the bass player for the ensemble "Toto." Born into a musical family, the son of jazz drummer Joe Porcaro, his brothers Steve Porcaro and Jeff Porcaro were bandmates in "Toto." Formed in 1978, Mike replaced bassist David Hungate following their Grammy Award-winning album "Toto IV" (1982). He first recorded as a member on their album "Isolation" (1984) and remained an active performer until the advanced stages of ALS progressed. He died of complications from the disease.
Bio by: C.S.
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A Gentle and Humble Man, Admired As A Musician,
With Boundless Strength, Unflinching Bravery,
And Grace Beyond Measure
We Will Remember His Kindness, His Wit,
His Glorious Smile And Love For His Family
Gone From This World But Never From Our Hearts
Rest In Peace, Our Dear Mike
You Will Be Deeply Missed By All
Whose Lives You Touched
Dearly Loved And Devoted Husband of Cheryl
Father of Brianne, Sam And Jeff
Son, Brother, Uncle And Friend
Thou Art Become A Star In The Supernal Sky
And A Lamp Amid The Angels Of High Heaven
Abdu'l-Baha
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