Mike DeGregorio was born in Passaic, New Jersey and raised in Maywood, New Jersey in Bergen County. After High School, he entered the United States Navy and served honorably for four years in overseas operations. He is currently and has been an honorary life member of American Legion Post 142, Maywood for the past 44 years. In that role, he has worked tirelessly and on behalf of veterans and the greater community.
After studying at Ramapo College of New Jersey, he retired from a 37 year career within the footwear industry in management, buying, production and material sourcing. Mike has been happily married to his wife, Donna, for 46 years with 2 wonderful and talented daughters and a grandson. He has resided at the Mirage since 2019 and beside volunteering at the Lunch Box, he is member of the Men’s Club, golf, bowling and bocci leagues.