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Michael Guidara Obituary

Guidara, Michael M. Age 34, suddenly. Loving husband of Deborah, nee Gesklin; Wonderfully dedicated father of Isabella Eliora and Harrison Eliot; Beloved son of Joseph and Mary Guidara; Dear brother of Matthew; Fond son-in-law of Julio and Clara Gesklin; Dear brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend to many. Visitation Wednesday, 3-9 pm at Haben Funeral Home & Crematory, 8057 Niles Center Rd., Skokie. Family and friends will meet at Memorial Park Cemetery, 9900 Gross Point Rd., Skokie, Thursday, 11 a.m. for a graveside service. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated for Isabella and Harrison's education fund. Funeral info.: 847-673-6111 or www.habenfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 3, 2012.

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January 10, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss, Debbie. You and your children are in my thoughts.
Whitney Orlow

Eric Johnson

January 9, 2012

Mike was a great guy who always found a way to make me laugh with his wit and extraordinary sense of humor. I will miss him. My prayers to Debbie, his children, mother and father, Matt, and everyone else fortunate enough to have known him.

Adam Dassow

January 9, 2012

My deepest sympathies. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. I will never forget our time spent together- like at the NBC and late night basketball in the alley. He will be greatly missed.

Maria & Bob Lutz

January 8, 2012

Debbie, I am sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Melinda Barkov

January 8, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of the sudden death of your husband. I am keeping you and your kids in my prayers. God Bless.

Marsha Arons

January 8, 2012

I am thinking of you and your entire family during this time. I hope you and your beautiful children can find comfort in each other. Mike was a lucky man to have had you.

Rudi Monson

January 7, 2012

Deborah, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful children. May God bless you.

Stan Wonczeki

January 7, 2012

Mike,
You will be missed. You touched all of our lives.
Love you like a brother.
My condolences to the Guidara family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy Wojcik

January 6, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your friend during this difficult time. Cindy Wojcik

Emily Rasinski

January 6, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone during your time
of grief

January 5, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss.
Amy Hanks

May memories comfort friends and family through this difficult time.

Bell School Family Class of '91

January 5, 2012

Fun times, great memories, friends always. We miss you Mike!

Bell School Class of '91

January 5, 2012

January 5, 2012

Dear Guidara Family and friends,
If memories bring tears, let them be cleansing. If they bring laughter, let it be warm. If they remind you of happier moments, let them be shelter to you through the storm. We miss you Mike.

Kevin and Carrie Hittle

January 5, 2012

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Guidara family.

Kim Cariato

January 5, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great person who will be missed by many. I hope the happy memories will see you through this difficult time.

James/Deana Davis

January 5, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Jennifer Radosevich

January 4, 2012

May good memories help you through this difficult time. Prayers to you and Mike's family. Very sorry for your loss.

Amie Calma

January 4, 2012

I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers will always be with you and your family.

shoshana korrub

January 4, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot begin to soothe the sorrow that you feel. One cannot imagine what you are going through. My prayers and heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family during this terrible time.

George Palacios Jr

January 4, 2012

I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.

Myrna Christian

January 4, 2012

I am very sorry for your loss. There is nothing I could say that would be enough. My prayers are with you and the family. Myrna and Al

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January 4, 2012

Davina Wilson

January 4, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Niquenya Fulbright

January 4, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the the Guidara family. May you find comfort in knowing that Mike was loved by all who had the pleasure of being within his presence.

Ryan Collins

January 4, 2012

My deepest sympathies go out to the Guidara family, may you stay strong and blessed through these tough times..

-Ryan Collins

Rich Gonka

January 4, 2012

Joe,Mary I'm saddened to hear of the passing of your son. My heart goes out to you and Michael's family.

Jovim Ventura

January 4, 2012

Matthew and Family,

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Prayers and support are all with you.

Anonymous

January 4, 2012

Hi Deborah,
Condolences to you and your family. So sorry to hear. Will be thinking of you guys these next few days. Had some friends post the flyer and truly felt for you guys. Take care.

Barrie Goldberg-Bugajsky

January 3, 2012

Debbie & Family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of your husband. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong during this difficult time.

Tiffany

January 3, 2012

My deepest condolences to you and your family. May God and his Angels watch over you and your loved ones.

Angelica Tobias

January 3, 2012

Deborah, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. I am thinking of you, your children and your family and friends who are grieving in this difficult time. My prayers are for strength during this terrible tragedy.

Jackie Zajac

January 3, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Adam Ballog

January 3, 2012

Words cannot express how saddened I am for you Debbie,your two beautiful Children, Mike's parents Mary, Joe and brother Matt and anyone that has loved Mike.

Carlos and Rose Mary Rivera

January 3, 2012

Mrs. Guidara.

Our deepest sympathy, we are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you and your loved ones.

Sincerely,

Heather Reimer

January 3, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. He was a great guy, he will be missed by many.

Leslie Murphy

January 3, 2012

Debbie, Izzy and Harrison,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you all and wish you strength during this difficult time.

Andrea Richard

January 3, 2012

Mike was such a great guy! He will be missed so much. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Elisabeth Cutshall

January 3, 2012

Debbie, I am so sorry. My prayers go out to you & your beautiful children. Hugs to you all.

Jason Esterl

January 3, 2012

My prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Clariza and Mauricio

January 3, 2012

May God bless you and give you strength. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Andrea Rich

January 3, 2012

Dear Debbie and Family,
We send our heartfelt condolences on Mike's passing. May your fondest memories provide you with much comfort now and always.
Andrea & Stuart Rich (Rebecca's parents)

Manny Naanep

January 3, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Raechel Ruszczyk-Langenbach

January 3, 2012

My sincerest condolonces to Mike's entire family, especially those two beautiful babies. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Allison Smartt

January 3, 2012

May 2012 bring the strength that you need for yourself, Izzy and Harrison. Thoughts, love and prayers to you.

Robert Burton

January 3, 2012

Debbie, I'm so sorry for you lost. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Jim & Teri Wead

January 3, 2012

Joe & Mary. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Beth & Rocky Houghtby

January 3, 2012

May God watch over you and your family during this very difficult time. Our sincerest condolences to all.

Daniel Wilson

January 3, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Maritres and Michael Plude

January 3, 2012

So sorry to hear about your husband. You and your children are in our prayers.

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