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Michael Carpita Obituary

Carpita, Michael Alan Age 59, beloved husband of Linda (nee Wicinski); loving father of Jessica Carpita; dear brother of Anthony, Kenneth (Angela) and the late Thomas; dearest uncle of 13 and great uncle of 6. 26 years of service with Cook County Department of Corrections. Visitation Sunday 3-9 p.m. at the Palos Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Monday, 11:00 a.m. service at the funeral home. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 20, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Carpita

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Kelvin Thompson

November 12, 2025

I miss him still!

Ret/Ofc Kelvin S. Thompson

November 12, 2022

I can state, he was a REAL FRIEND TO ME! I confident officer. I miss him much! R.I.P, my friend!

Kelvin Thompson

November 12, 2020

Miss you, my good friend! Amen.

Richard Worley Jr.

December 13, 2012

I miss you buddy! The world is a darker place without your JOLLY LAUGH.

Ken Carpita

November 24, 2011

Love You Brother

Joe & Heidi Fiorentino

November 21, 2011

Mike always had a smile, a friendly person who I will miss. The world was a better place with Mike. As a officer he did a great job the times I worked with him I remember ,he new how to talk to people it made for a easier day.
Joe & Heidi Fiorentino

Diane Galan

November 21, 2011

I was very sad when I received the news of Mikes' passing. It was a great pleasure to have worked with him and getting to know him. To the Carpita family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Ruth Svestka

November 20, 2011

Mike was a wonderful neighbor. We enjoyed seeing his daughter grow up from the days she swung on a tire swing in front of the house. Mike always enjoyed putting an elaborate Halloween display up. He was a good man and a good neighbor. We will miss him. Ruth and Frank Svestka

David Ng

November 20, 2011

I am so sorry for our loss,mike was not just the best partner I had but a great friend .I will truly miss having the most wonderful conversation about everything .I'm going to miss making mike laugh till his head turn red.i'm going to miss Friday lunch.good bye my friend

Rabbi Philip Greenberg

November 20, 2011

I will never forget Mike or his wonderful and unique avocations. He made this world a better place

Thomas Grabowski

November 20, 2011

I worked with Michael for several years at Cook County Hospital. I was surprised and saddened to hear of his passing. Michael was a very good man. I always enjoyed talking to him and considered him my friend.We always talked about our families and the latest books among other things. In a job like that, Michael was always someone you could trust. Michael was one of those people who linger in your memory, no matter how long it had been since you saw him. Michael, the world was a better place with you in it. Rest in peace, my friend. I will miss you.

Maureen Dioguardi

November 20, 2011

Linda & Jessica:

Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of Mike. He was a great friend and co-worker. He always carried himself in a professional manner and I always looked forward to having the privilege of working with him. I really enjoyed his sense of humor and his contagious smile. He will be sorely missed. You remain in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you both.

David Gaidas and Family

November 20, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Maureen Wasco

November 19, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the Carpita family, he was truly a wonderful man and a great Officer. He will be missed!!

Jim Hession

November 19, 2011

My sincere condolences to the Carpita Family. I am sorry for your loss...Rest in peace my friend...

Kelvin Thompson

November 19, 2011

Michael you will be S O O O missed! 5 days a week, 8 hours days. I found so much we had in commen! Plastic model building. Star Trek, our job responsibilitys,etc. you showed me so much of your heart of family & friends! Rest in peace my brother. We love you all!

Truvander Du Boisi

November 19, 2011

To the family of officer Carpita know you are in my prayers and I had the pleasure of working with Carpita for about eight years and he was a great man. You have my deepest sympathy!

Alicia Heslup

November 19, 2011

There is peace in knowing love never leaves, it lives within our hearts.
With condolences in the loss of someone whose generous spirit touched so many.
Praying God's comfort on the Carpita family.

Michael Carpita

William Szumacher

November 19, 2011

To The Carpita Family: Deepest Sympathy and Heartfelt Condolences. He was a true professional and will surely be missed.

Paul Riberal

November 18, 2011

You have been a fine officer and a friend. God bless you and your family. You are a true brother in blue. Rest in peace.

Joseph Jugovich

November 18, 2011

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Rich Worley Jr.

November 18, 2011

All my sympathies to the Carpita family. Mike was like a big brother to me. I worked with him in ex. Ops. 7-3. He was " ONE OF THE BEST". He'll be greatly missed. He used to tell me, "I'll see you when I see you." Well, Mike, ill see you when I see you buddy! God Bless!!!

Alex Cruz

November 18, 2011

You and your family are in my prayers tonight and always. God bless you

Dale Evans

November 18, 2011

We are deeply saddened by the news of the loss of Michael Carpita. Our prayers our with you.

Pastor/(DI) Dale Evans - New Generation Harvest Church Calumet City, Illinois. WWW.nghc2.ThisChurch.org. (Boot Camp).

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