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Michael Vlamis Obituary

Vlamis, Michael S. Age 82. Late of Palos Heights formerly of South Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Vera (nee Zorich); loving father of Michael (Denise) and Steven Vlamis; cherished grandfather of Michael, Kelsey, and Stephanie Vlamis; dearest brother of the late George (late Joan) and the late Ted (Helen) Vlamis; dear brother-in-law of Violet Bradich, Nada Milos, and Helen Polovina; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Mike was a retired executive from Altom Transport. He was a lifelong and diehard New York Yankees fan. Visitation Thursday, January 22, 2015 from 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. with a Pomen Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago. Funeral Services Friday, January 23, 2015 DIRECTLY at St. Archangel Michael Serbian Orthodox Church (186th & Stoney Island), where Mike will lie in state from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. with the Very Rev. Dr. Milos Vesin officiating. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery, Hammond. 773-731-2749. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to St. Archangel Michael Serbian Orthodox Church. www.elmwoodchapel.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 20, 2015.

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Michele Siouris

January 27, 2015

Please accept my deepest condolences for the passing of dear Michael. He was my cousin and I have many fond memories of him when my family would visit Chicago. We exchanged many an email together and also phone calls. I will miss him.

Martha Ostoich Teshich

January 23, 2015

Dear Michael and Denise and family, Stevie,and the entire Vlamis/Zorich family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your +Dad's passing. His smile and warmth were a constant and all who knew him were fortunate to have had him as their friend. When I heard of his passing I immediately went back to Sundays in our church on Commercial and seeing him every week,sitting with Nick Kolember in the same pew. It was a comforting memory that reminded me how much people like your +dad meant to all of us who grew up in the parish. Be comforted by the fact that he was loved by so many and that he left a positive impact on all that he met. Sending my love to all of you.

Sincerely,
Martha

Dan, George, and Matt Wendt

January 22, 2015

Dear Mike and Vlamis Family,

The Wendts and the entire water polo community would like to express our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. Dan, George and Matt Wendt

Jim and Leigh Knibbs

January 22, 2015

Dear Mike and Denise, and Michael, Kelsey and Stephanie: we are so sorry for the loss of your Father and Grandfather. You all should be very proud of the life he led and the great Vlamis Family he helped forge. You are all in the thoughts and prayers of the Knibbs Family. Jim and Leigh Knibbs and Kate, Dan, Lauren and Sam.

Lynnette Knafelc-Cozzolino

January 22, 2015

Mike, Denise, Steve and Family,

My deepest condolences to you and your family. We have been praying for your Dad at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Darien with Father Gavin. I was so sadden to hear of your loss. Your Dad is now forever with your Mom, and you have two guardian angels watching over you.

Lynnette Knafelc-Cozzolino & Family

George Yekich

January 22, 2015

Mike ,Steve and your entire family.My deepest smpathy on the loss of your dad.My thoughts and prayers are with you at such a difficult time.

David Antila

January 21, 2015

Dear Michael and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. While I did not know your father well, I have very fond memories of our time together and how proud he was of you and your family.
The thoughts of our family are with yours at this time of sorrow.

Tom and Cathi Sulo

January 21, 2015

Mike, please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

F-R GAVIN Quinn

January 21, 2015

Mike and Steve: I am sad for you but happy for your dad. I have two themes for funerals: 'together again' and 'homegoing'. Your dad is with your mom, something he has wanted since the day Vera died. They trully were part of the love story of Jesus, the greatest story ever told. How lucky you were to have them as your parents and guides. How lucky we all were to have them in our lives.If I was celebrating Mike's life I would start ourt with an old Irish saying" "Be sure to lead a good life so the priest doesn't have to lie at your funeral." Never forget, because of Jesus, we never have to say goodbye for the last time. May your parents rest in peace, together forever,with each other and with the Lord..SHALOM
Fr Gavin

John Ostojic

January 21, 2015

May his memory be eternal. Sorry for the loss of your beloved father and grandfather. Mike, Steve, Denise, Michael, Kelsey and Stephanie, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

John, Nina, Aleksandra & Mihailo Ostojic

January 20, 2015

we at 9 south became very close to mike and hes sons sorry for your loss but it was a pleasure to take care of such a nice man and a great devoted family. As nurses we do not see such a devoted family all the time may he rest in peace sincerly 9 south christ hospital pat konecki RN

Sam & Desa Radowick & Family

January 20, 2015

Dear Vlamis Family, please accept our condolences on the passing of your father. He was a lovely man and will be missed by all that knew him. Memory eternal.

Yvonne Vonnie Orlich

January 20, 2015

Dear Mike, Steve and family,

I extend my deepest sympathies on your loss. Mike was a kind and pleasant man and will be remembered fondly by many. Vjecnaja Pamjat.

Ljubi Hayden

January 20, 2015

Dear Mikie,Stevie.Denise.Micheal.Kelsey.Stephanie.Vi.Nada GooGoo and Familia: Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your +Dad.Deda.Brother-in-Law.Uncle....+Mike. A true gentleman, kind and loving man. It was our pleasure to have known and been friends with him. He is with his +Vera and we hope all of your wonderful memories of him help you in your grief. Memory Eternal!
With love,
Ljubi and Bato

Rich Krilich

January 20, 2015

Dear Mike, Steve and family, please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of your father. We are deeply saddened by the news of his death. He was a real gentleman and great friend to all who knew him. May he rest in peace with our Lord. Vecnaja Pamjat The Krilich Brothers and Family

January 20, 2015

Steve -- I'm very sorry to hear about your dad's passing.

Linda Schwartz

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11200 S Ewing Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

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Service

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Lying in State

10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Archangel Michael Serbian Orthodox Church

186th and Stoney Island, IL 60617

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St. Archangel Michael Serbian Orthodox Church

186th and Stoney Island, IL 60617

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St. Archangel Michael Serbian Orthodox Church

186th and Stoney Island, IL

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