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Michael Czerniak Obituary

Czerniak, Michael Age 45, suddenly. Owner of Pierzynski's Shoes on Archer Ave. Loving husband of Mindy nee Socha. Devoted father of David. Cherished son of Dolores and the late Chester Czerniak. Dear brother of Deborah Sommer and uncle to Alexis and Amanda. Nephew and cousin to many. Family and friends are asked to gather on Monday, July 25, 2011 at St. Daniel the Prophet Church for a memorial mass at 11:30 am. In lieu of flowers donations to David's Education Fund at TCF Bank would be appreciated. Arrangements by Foran Funeral Home. For information 708-458-0208 or www.foranfuneralhome.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 24, 2011.
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To Delores Czerniak,
We just found out of Michael's passing in the bulletin at St. Daniel's. Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Walter, Helen & Elaine Koszyk (Ebeling)

October 30, 2011

Our sincere and deepest condolences to the Czerniak Family. Mike was very funny and could make anyone laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time.

Tony & Lisa Micele

September 27, 2011

My sincere and deepest condolences to the Czerniak family. Mike was a wonderful,caring person who will be missed greatly. My prayers are certainly with you during this tragic time.

Cheryl Morowczynski Gaca

August 13, 2011

Michael,
You are still missed very much.....but we know you are at peace, never to suffer and looking down on all of us who loved you dearly.

Love,
Uncle Bob & Aunt Therese

August 7, 2011

Edward Butkevich Sr.

August 2, 2011

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Barbara Micele

August 1, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the Czerniak family...know that you are in our prayers during this difficult time of loss.

Koperniak Family

July 29, 2011

Aunt Delores, we are all very sorry for your loss of Michael. We will always remember Michael in our hearts and forever keep him in our memories. Love Jo Ann, Mark, Christopher, Nathaniel & Joey

July 25, 2011

To the Czerniak Family, We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. We have lived in this area for over 27 years and we always came to Pierzynski's to buy our shoes. Michael was so nice and helpful. So good with the little one's. He will be missed by many. May God bless you all in this trying time.

Prankus Family

July 25, 2011

To the Czerniak Family, We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Our family always bought our shoes from Pierzynski's. Michael was so friendly and helpful. Please accept our deepest condolences. May God help you in this trying time.

Kozmel Family

July 25, 2011

Dear Mindy, David, and Dolores,

Offering you my deepest sympathy. You will be in my prayers. May all of your wonderful memories bring you some comfort.

Pat Charleston

July 25, 2011

Fly away our little wing
Fly beyond imagining
The softest cloud, the whitest dove
Upon the wind of heaven's love
Past the planets and the stars
Leave this lonely world of ours
Escape the sorrow and the pain.

Fly, Michael, our precious one
Your endless journey has begun
Take your gentle happiness
Far too beautiful for this
Cross over to the other shore
There is peace forevermore
But hold this memory bittersweet
Until we all again shall meet.

Fly, Michael, do not fear
Your heart is pure, your soul is free
Above the universe you'll climb
On beyond the hands of time
The moon will rise, the sun will set
But we will never ever forget.

July 24, 2011

Dear Mindy,

We are deeply saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

The Eichberger/McDavid Family

July 24, 2011

Rest in peace Mike,

Love, Uncle Rich & Aunt Kathy

Kathy Bandur

July 24, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Kathy Bandur

July 24, 2011

Dear Dolores,
We are so saddened to hear about the loss of your son, Michael. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Zita's Mom and Sister

Anna & Betty Leikus

July 24, 2011

To my precious son, God gave you to me for 45 years now I give you back to Him. Until we meet again.

Love always, Mom

July 24, 2011

We are very saddened to hear about our Michael. He will always be in our hearts and prayers. May he rest in peace.

Love, Uncle Bob & Aunt Therese

July 24, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Foran Funeral Home

July 24, 2011

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