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Michael Glosek Obituary
Rochester: December 31, 1966 -November 30, 2007. Michael Glosek was taken from us unexpectedly on November 30, 2007. Mike, who would have been 42 years of age this Christmas Eve will be forever remembered for his quick wit and loveable personality. At the age of 18, Mike was involved in the management of The Comedy Trap Comedy Club on Hertle Ave. in Buffalo. It is at that club that he realized his ability and love for making people laugh. He quickly incorporated his talent as a juggler and magician to create a one of a kind act. From 1984 to 1988 Mike proudly served in the Marine Reserve Unit. In 1990, Mike went on to become one of the house emcees at the Comix Café in Tonawanda. In 2000 Mike moved to Rochester, New York to help the owners open their second location of this successful Comedy Club.
In his long career as a performer, Mike had worked with Dennis Leary, Rosie O'Donnell, Chris Rock, The Smothers Brothers , and B.B.King.
In addition to his Fiancé, Mother, Brother, Nieces and Nephews, his two biggest loves were his children Zachary and Sophia. Mike was an avid Sabers fan as well as lover of Billy Joel music. He will always be remembered by his family, friends, and all of those that he provided laughter to.
Funeral Services will be held Wed. at Loomis Offers and Loomis Memorial Chapel,1820 Seneca St., at 11am.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Glosek
Dave Hornbeck
February 3, 2023
Heard Mike´s name mentioned on the radio (WCMF)this morning and it brought me back to the days at Comix Cafe´. It´s 15 years later and I still think of him every time I hear a Billy Joel songon the radio(especially Piano Man). Thankful for his gift of laughter. Continued blessings for his kids Zachary and Sofia and the rest of his family.
Tim Kidd
December 20, 2007
God Bless!
Moody McCarthy
December 12, 2007
Mike was an incredibly warm guy. I only met him twice (at the Comix Cafe), but he made me feel like I'd known him since kindergarten. He was a sweet guy with great energy and charisma. My condolences to all his loved ones.
Toni (Christopher) Steinbarth
December 9, 2007
To Glosek Family,
I'm sorry to hear about Mike. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Laura Keller
December 7, 2007
Glosek Family,
My name is Laura Keller and I waitressed for a short summer my freshman year of college at Comix Cafe. It was my first waitressing job. If I had known how fast paced and tricky serving at Comix Cafe would be, I wouldn't have thought to make it my first waitressing job. You could say that people were jumping out of their chairs to help me get things right and feel more comfortable. Needless to say, 'Glosek' as he was affectionately called, not only was there for me WHENEVER I needed to vent about customers but also looked out for me when I could have been in a heap of trouble. This man went out of his way to help 'just another waitress' so I wouldn't feel so isolated and clueless. I'm in my third year of college now and I still dream about being a stand up comedian. I thought I was the wittiest person these people would meet when I first walked into the establishment and Mike proved me wrong tenfold. Sometimes I still get discouraged of following that dream but then I think of Mike. An unbelievable friend, father, performer, and just all around great guy.
I was shocked, to say the least, to hear about Mike's passing. I am so sorry for what you are feeling right now and you have all my support and best wishes. I'll leave you with my favorite memory of 'Glosek'. I worked that double show nights on Fridays and Saturdays so that same opening to the show was engraved quickly into my head. I still hear the opening music when I think of Comix Cafe. And, no matter where I was, in the kitchen, on the floor, in the back, I always loved hearing Glosek say "Goooooooooooooooood Evening Ladies and Gentleman!". At the end of every night when we were counting money, I loved watching Glosek put on Billy Joel and light up. I never left that place without a smile. Thanks, Mike.
Jennifer Atallah
December 6, 2007
Dear Carol and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Michael. May you take comfort in knowing there is another angel in heaven watching over you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fady, Jennifer (Warren), and Chloe Atallah
Rachel Rosa
December 5, 2007
To the Family of Michael Glosek,
My prayers are with you all in this very difficult time. Michael was a great guy, someone who could always make you laugh. He will be greatly missed. His memory will bring back many smiles. May God Bless you all.
Steve Burr
December 5, 2007
Mike was one of my very favorite people at The Comix Cafe and someone I always looked forward to seeing whenever I came home. He was one of the good guys in the comedy business and I will always smile when I think of him.
Dan Viola
December 5, 2007
Dear Glosek Family,
My most sincere condolences during this difficult time. "Where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord." (Psalm 121) Mike always treated me well, and made me laugh. That's how he will be remembered.
The Viola family
Annette Lorenzo
December 4, 2007
To the Glosek Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all, as with Mike. I was unable to attend, as I just heard about it tonight from another comic. Mike was always good to all the comics who played there, and he will be remembers as such by all.
The Lorenzo Family
Brenda Gould (Panikowski)
December 4, 2007
It has been a long, long time since I have seen Mike, but, believe it or not, he comes to my mind a lot... My son is into magic, and whenever he performs I remember Mike. May your family find some comfort during this time of sorrow.
Theresa Bouquard
December 4, 2007
CAROL & FAMILY, I AM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MICHAEL. KNOW THAT YOU ARE ALL IN MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, THERESA
Ronnie Ashburn
December 4, 2007
Dear Carol and Tony, Michael will always be with us. I will remember him as a young boy showing us card tricks. When Michael and I accepted his uncle Bobby Scanlon's Boxing Hall of Fame award at Salvatore's I was nervous but Mike was funny and was at home in front of 350 people. His Uncle Herbie sends his love to the family.
Mark Ippolito
December 4, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family in this time of sorrow. Michael's memory will live a long time in the many people he has touched, and has brought laughter to through the years.
Mark Ippolito
December 4, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family in this time of sorrow. Michael's memory will live a long time in the many people he has touched, and has brought laughter to through the years.
Steve Natarelli
December 4, 2007
To the Glosek family, we'll always consider Mike a special friend. He loved life and treated everyone well. His passing is a loss to us all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Steve Natarelli and Eileen Loveman.
Cal Verduchi
December 4, 2007
My heart goes out to the Glosek family. Mike was a great guy. I'll never forget how wonderful he treated me at the Comix Cafe. He was one of a kind, and I will miss him.
Carla Thomas (Panikowski)
December 3, 2007
To the Glosek Family-
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Tony please know that you are in my prayers.
Carla Thomas (Panikowski)
allison havens (joyce)
December 3, 2007
My sympathy goes out to the entire family, Michael was always full of life. He will be dearly missed I'm sure.
Fred Potter
December 3, 2007
To the Family of Mike,
I really feel bad for the loss of Mike. He was a very funny, kind person whom I had the pleasure of knowing through comedy. He will be missed. God Bless. Fred Potter
James Davies
December 3, 2007
To the Glosek family,
I went to school with Mike at Performing Arts. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Ralph Tetta
December 2, 2007
To the Glosek family, we all share your grief for the loss of Michael. He touched *so* many lives, I couldn't begin to count them all and I considered him a friend. Our most sincere condolences, the Tetta Family
Joe Bruno
December 2, 2007
To the Gloseck family,
Mike was a very good man. He will surely be missed by all.
Joe Bruno
BARBARA SCANLON LEWIS
December 2, 2007
Dear Cousin Carol and Tony,
There are no words that can describe what you and Michael's family is going through. I can only send my love and prayers.
Always,
Blane Kelly
December 2, 2007
To the Glosek family; Mike was a great friend and he will be missed by all. God bless him.
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