Michael Petru Obituary

You will never be forgotten Mikey and I will cherish the memories that I have of you until we meet again.

To the Petru Family,

I was saddened to hear about the loss of your son. I didn't know him personally but the way you talked about him, I knew you raised a wonderful man. Remember all the happy memories about him and keep him alive in your hearts. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers always.

To the Petru Family,

I was horrified to learn that it was Michael who passed away. I am very sorry for your loss, I realize people leaving messages may not help at this time, but I wanted all of you to know that I have always had fond memories of growing up with Kristen and Michael. He was always the pesky litle follower when Kristen and I did stuff. You are all in my heart and prayers. May you someday find peace and understanding.

Tom and Kathy,
Our deepest Sympathy for the loss of your son Michael. The sad and tragic news came to us late as we just returned from out of town.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sam & Eileen Salah

Mike was always smiling even when things got tough, He will be greatly missed by many and my thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends Mike leaves behind. One day we will all see Mike again but until then we have to help each other. If there is anything we can do to help let us know.

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MIKEY! CIAO CUCHINO TILL WE MEET AGAIN!!!

Kristen and Family- I just heard of your unexpected loss and we are all very shocked and sadened. Though we haven't seen each other in many years we have fond memories of all of you. We hope that you find peace in your memories and we have all of you in our prayers.

Sarah Neberieza-Gomez & Family

To the Petru Family:
My deepest sympathy to you, I am very saddened by your loss. I knew Mike through The Stanczyk Family, and he was a wonderful person with a huge heart.
I am so sorry I wasn't able to be in town at the time of the visitation and funeral service.
Please know your family and all of Mike's friens are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Kathy, Tom, Kristen and Sarah, Our Hearts and Prayers are with You at the most trying time of your Life.
With much love and Sympathy,
Bob and Mary Fry

Just a few weeks ago, I came across a few pictures of you. I was going to call you and see how things were going. But, I got distracted and never called. I wish I had. Your family took me in and treated me like I belonged there. You had this way about you that just made everything seem okay. Even though we didn't talk all that often, when we did, it was right back to where we left off. You calling me saying, "Whats up Kid?" Even though you knew I hated it, but you did it to make me laugh. I am going to miss that. To Mr. and Mrs. Petru, Kristen and Sarah, I offer my deepest condolences.

I didn't get to know Michael too personally, I remember him as a young energetic boy, as thought it was yesterday. But I was friends with Kristen, and I am sure Michael grew up to be as great of a person as she was. My family and I are deeply sorry for your unexpected loss.
Thankfully, God gives us the resurrection hope of being reunited with our loved ones. John 5:28-29, Acts 24:15. Our prayers continue to be with you.

Life is but a Stopping Place
Life is but a stopping place,
A pause in what's to be,
A resting place along the road,
to sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
Different paths along the way,
We all were meant to learn some things,
but never meant to stay...
Our destination is a place,
Far greater than we know.
For some the journey's quicker,
For some the journey's slow.
And when the journey finally ends,
We'll claim a great reward,
And find an everlasting peace,
Together with the lord
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My thoughts and prayers are with Mike and the Petru Family.
So sorry for your loss.

I am so sorry for your loss. I have the fondest memories of Mike from pack nights and field trips. My husband remembers his humor from their days at St. Laurence. We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
-Bridgette (Reid) and Rick Iwanski

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Petru family during this most difficult time. Mike was a wonderful young man.....so personable and so genuinely nice. A real gentleman. May you be comforted by your memories and knowing that Mike touched the life of every person he met. I will never forget him and his great big smile. His happiness and contagious smile should shine as an example to all of us....to strive to be better people and make this world a sweeter place. May God give you all strength and comfort.

MIKE YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY PEOPLE. SOME YOU LOVED AND LOTS OF FRIENDS. R.I.P MIKE

Mike, I'm so glad I got to know you. You really were a wonderful person, and I admire how great you were to Sarah. Thank you for bringing so much happiness into her life and being there for her.

My most cherish memory is you riding around with your little cooler with your cubs hat on.. you have such a wonderful personality and you will be dearly missed.

Kathy - You asked to hear good things about your son - well, here they are. I first met Michael when he was about 10 years old. What a precocious little kid! Always smiling, laughing and goofing around! Full of energy and spunk! He was my nephew Brian's friend from Queen of the Universe. As the years went by, although they went to different high schools, they still remained best buds. Brian knows a gem when he sees one! Through all the teenage years, I saw Michael do all the goofy things kids do - the fashions, the different hair colors. It was just Michael living life to the hilt and having fun. Then I didn't see Mike again until he was in his mid-twenties. I heard about the mechanic school, the business. Brian's mom and myself were proud of him - he made good because he was a go-getter who seemed to know what he wanted in life. During the teen years, he helped Brian with his grief at losing his dad. Again, a few years ago, he helped Brian again with the loss of his grandfather. In fact, he served as a pall bearer. So often I heard of the nice things he did to help out Brian and his mom, with cars or otherwise. My memories of Mike are good - he enjoyed himself no matter what and seemed to be able to lighten up any situation - his smile was contagious and he always made you laugh. And then add to that all the kind and thoughtful deeds. He has been good to and for my sister and nephew, going out of his way to help them, and my kids always thought he was outrageous, crazy, and fun! He contributed a lot in his short lifetime. He was definitely a character. He will be sorely missed. Thank God for the blessing he was in your life and those he touched. If you leave your mark on someone, you have lived life well. He will be remembered for his extreme personality, good heart, and that everlasting, always present smile! Mrs. Joyce Greska - aunt of Brian Powley

sorry kathy and tom my heart goes out to you on the lost of mike he was a good kid and a great boyscout he wiil be missed,
gerald reid

Tom, Kathy, Kristen, and Sarah - you have our deepest sympathies for your sudden, tragic loss. Michael was a great neighbor and a super Cubs fan! We will all miss him, dearly.

- The Newhart family

MaryBeth, I'm so sorry for your daughter, Sarah's, loss. What a sad horrible thing to happen.

Karen V from your BTG family

Our thoughts amd prayers are with you at this sad moment. You will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy is with all of you.
Pam, Jerry & Wayne

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We know you will be missed. Our deepest sympathy is with all of you at this time.
Pam, Jerry & Wayne

All of our thoughts and prayers are with the Petru family. May the Michael's memory bring comfort to you during your time of grief. Mike will be missed.

The Mullen family

Our trusted mechanic will be missed. We appreciate your honesty and hard work. Your shoes will be hard to fill. Our sympathy to your family and Robert.

No words can express the los of someone so close to your hearts. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Dan, Debbie and Robyn.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

We are sorry for your unexpected loss. Our deepest sympathy to the Petru Family. Don & Kathy (Beacon Towing)

Michael, you just started to live life and then you were taken away from us.We love you and we will miss you. Jan, Ed, Chris, and Mike Petru

Michael we will miss you, but know that Mr G is with you and watching over you.