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Michael Slebodnik Obituary
Michael "Mickey" Slebodnik, born Nov. 16, 1968, was killed in combat flying a OH-58 Kiowa helicopter for the U.S. Army in Afghanistan on Sept. 11.
Mike graduated from Richland High School in 1987. He joined the delayed-entry military program at age 17 and entered the Army after graduation. He was in Desert Storm and later served four tours of duty in Iraq. He was deployed to Afghanistan in January 2008 and was due home in October for R&R.
Mike loved God, his family, the Army and his country. He died doing what he loved to do best, fly.
Mike is survived by his wife, Tanja, his children, Jake, Ginger, Spencer and Michie; and his stepchildren, Ben and Dylan Baldridge, all of Clarksville, Tenn. He is also survived by his parents, Willie and Pat; his brother, Dan, and his sister, Jody Deems, all of Gibsonia.
Mike was a son, husband, father, brother, soldier and hero.
SLEBODNIK - Michael "Mickey" Slebodnik, who died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, will be laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Richard Parish in Gibsonia.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Slebodnik
Then-Sergeant Mike Slebodnik 1991
Flying Tiger
July 28, 2018
I Will Never Forget
September 15, 2016
I will never forget this mans dedication to me and my fellow soldiers safety. I will never forget that most eventful. He is a hero to me for everything he has ever done. I cannot put this in real words, Thank you for everything brother.... Thank you. Punisher Base, OUT!
David Nunn
September 12, 2014
I met Mike in 1989 or 1990 while learning how to play paintball in south Alabama. He was masterful with the tactics he employed playing that game and I greatly admired his skill. Most memorable for me is the fact that even though I was a shy, quite and awkward kid of 13 he made me feel like one of the guys out there and for that I have never forgotten him despite our brief acquaintance.
J Miller
September 11, 2014
Miss you Chief. Thanks for the music lessons.
Lee Whaley/Higgs
September 12, 2013
I am thankful for his service, but I am more thankful for his friendship! He is dearly missed and will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2012
To the family and friends of Chief Warrant Officer Michael Slebodnik:
Always remembering Michael. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Chief Warrant Officer Michael Slebodnik:
Please accept my remembrance of Michael on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Tim Beyer
May 31, 2011
I served with Mike in Desert Storm and was stationed with him at Ft. Rucker, AL. in B Co 2/229th Avn Regt from 88-92. I just found out about his passing. I remember him hosted my going away party. I also remember on a formation run he was calling cadence and he yelled out: "ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR...I LOVE THE MARINE CORPS". We all thought it was funny but our First Sergeant sure didn't! He was a good man and he will never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Chief Warrant Officer Michael Slebodnik:
Remembering Michael on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
T Slebodnik
March 21, 2010
Sorry, it has taken me so long to thank you all for your kind words, and the support we continue to get, especially through our military family, and
community, and even people around the world!
May God bless you all, and let us not forget to pray for the one's that
are still out there fighting for our freedom and our country!
CW4 Richard Finlan
November 11, 2009
I served with Mike at Ft. Bragg. I will always remember joking around with hime and how much he loved his children. I miss you brother and I'll see ya on the other side.
Scott Hensel
September 11, 2009
I served with Mike at Fort Rucker (1987-92) and Desert Storm. Mike and I shared some great times together. One week I even tried to teach him some woodworking skills in my wood shop. He was much better at being a pilot, but we sure had fun trying. I left the Army in 1992. I have intended on reconnecting with Mike one day. Last night while trying to locate him, I learned of his loss. His memory will live forever with me. My heart goes out to his family. Mike was the Best!
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2009
To the family of Chief Warrant Officer Michael Slebodnik:
Michael gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 24, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy to the Slebodnik family and friends in the loss of Michael. I did not know Michael, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Michael you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS
OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND
IS NEVER TO DIE"
~Robert Orr~
Michael Iezzi
November 17, 2008
Michael,
Happy Belated Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sandy Bonesteel
November 6, 2008
My condolences to the family of Chief Warrant Officer Michael Slebodnik. May they know that there are many, many people who are grieving with them; and that care very deeply about them.
CW4 Joseph Phillips
November 4, 2008
I haven't seen Mike since we graduated flight school and was deeply saddened to hear of his death. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family in these trying times. God Bless.
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October 25, 2008
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David, Lisa, Jason and Samantha Mansfield
October 14, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg Hay
October 14, 2008
I am so sorry for your lose.I remember mickey talking of flying as a young boy when I was part of your crew.It was truly his passion and a american hero the way loved and served his country.My thoughts and prayers are with you and Micks family.Sincerely Greg Hay ([email protected])
Debbi
October 11, 2008
To the family and parents of Michael I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you
goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
Peter Biecker
October 11, 2008
Familie W.Slebodnik und Familie Tanja Slebodnik
Wir bedauern sehr,den Verlust Ihres Sohnes und Ehemann Michael Slebodnik.Wir haben im Jahr 2005 einen wunderbaren Menschen kennen gelernt.
Familie
Peter Biecker
Den Tod fürchten die am
wenigsten,
deren Leben,den meisten
Wert hat.
Emmanuel Kant
Birgit and Jörn Becker
October 8, 2008
Wir beten für einen Platz im Himmel für Michael Slebodnik, den wir nicht mehr kennenlernen durften.
Er muß ein liebenswerter und verantwortungsvoller Mann gewesen sein, der für sein Land sein Leben gab.
Wir beten für den richtigen Platz hier auf Erden für Dich, liebe Tanja, und den Deinen und trauern mit euch.
CW3(R) John McCutchan
October 6, 2008
To Mike's family...
I spent more than a few years with Mike in the 2-17th. He would always smile when I saw him, and we would talk about everything.
He was a great Cavalryman and pilot, and friend.
I will miss him until I die, along with my other friends that have gone before him.
I am bringing Tim and Dave with me tomorrow to make the trek to Arlington, and to see our friend home.
Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Out Front. Sabers ready.
Stephanie Rafoss
October 5, 2008
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
Jim Adams
October 5, 2008
September 11 will always hold now more than ever a deeper sorrow in my heart. You gave your life courageously to support our mission here at Najil I grieve for your family and wish ease of sorrow. Michael made the ultimate sacrifice, but his actions in the past kept us safe and his legacy will continue to drive us to mission success in all we do. God Bless
andrew hollister
October 1, 2008
I am proud to say I knew Mickey when we were kids in school. I didn't know much back then, but I knew Mickey was of exceptional character. I will always remember that infectious smile of his.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Sabine Wolf
September 30, 2008
Lieber Michael,
ich weiss, dass Du ein toller Vater und ein wunderbarer Ehemann gewesen bist. Leider war die Zeit für Euch drei zu kurz. Ich wünsche Tanja und Michi all die Kraft, die sie jetzt brauchen, um die schweren Stunden durchzustehen. Schade, dass wir uns nie kennengelernt haben. Die Gelegenheit war nie da.
Sven Rieb
September 29, 2008
Good Bless You All,Thank you,
rest in pease amigo Miguel-Michael
Slebodnk
Sven Rieb y los Amigos de Torrevieja
gabriel rieb
September 28, 2008
Estamos con vosotros en estos tristes momentos esperando que lo supereis con todo nuestro cariño
flia gabriel,michelle,juliette,alexander,graciela y carlos
Pat Stanley
September 28, 2008
May I express my deepest sympathy, and condolences to CWO Slebodnik's family. You did well, and served your Lord & Country, with honor. From one Cavalryman to another, "Rest My Brother" until we meet at "Fiddlers Green".
Pat Stanley - Sulphur, LA
"C Trp." 2/17 Air Cav - Vietnam '70-'71 (SFC-Ret.)
September 28, 2008
Slebodnik Family,
My deepest sympathies in your time of sorrow...Mike will be missed.
NSDQ!
SGDM!
Manfred Biecker
September 28, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person,(Friend)
miss you always.
Fam.M.Biecker and Friends
Ostfriesland/Bremen
Sebastian Olavarieta
September 28, 2008
You In Loving memory of a wonderful person,
we will love you
and miss you always.
Sebastian yFam.Olavarieta:Spain
Marieanne Gosch
September 27, 2008
We're With you
When you miss him,W'ere with you in Spirit
wondering how you feel,hoping you're coping and getting a little better each day.
We anderstand.We care.
When you're grieving,we're beside you,in our hearts,in our thoughts,we're sending you sympathy,
en couragement,affection,and strength to carry on with life.
He would want it that way.
Decondolences
Marion Mellar
September 26, 2008
May he now fly on the wings of Angels!
There are no words to express the sorrow and shock at the sudden death of Mike. He died doing what he loved seems such an empty sentence when he is no longer coming home!
You are in our thoughts and prayers!
September 25, 2008
I want to say I'm truely sorry for your loss. May your memories help you through this difficult time. I thank you for raising such a fine young man who stood for what america is about. Freedom. We have lost a true hero.
September 23, 2008
thank you soldier, may you rest in peace.
SHIRLEY DONEY
September 23, 2008
REST IN PEACE CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER SLEBODNIK, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL OFFICERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Megan Ewers
September 23, 2008
Dear Slebodnik Family,
I am also a Richland graduate and recognized the name. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and I want to thank Michael for helping to keep our country safe.
Bonnie Chappel
September 23, 2008
Pat & Willie & family,
I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Thank you, Mickey, for serving your country and for being one of many who have given their lives so that we might enjoy our freedom.
Again my thoughts and prayers are with you, Bonnie Chappel
SSG Chollak
September 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. From the 3-103AR Maneuver PLT. COP Najil ,Afghanistan
Grace Clark
September 21, 2008
Sleodnik Family
It is so difficult to know what to say at a time such as this, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
May it give you some comfort to know that Mickey died in an effort to protect and defend the rights so many of us take for granted each day.
God bless and be with all of you in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Grace Clark (Bonnie Bollinger's Mom)
Cranberry Twp. PA
Valorie
September 21, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade
Cathy K.
September 21, 2008
May God bless your family and keep them in his care through this difficult time. Thank you to the family for Michael's service to our country and keeping us safe. God Bless Michael and the USA.
Cindy, Ben & Mike Swearingen
September 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Janice and Ed Luffey
September 21, 2008
To the Slebodnik family.
So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember seeing him every spring at Crossroad Church when he would come to help Adalaide bring stuff from the barn to the Flea Market. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you lose a family member and we lose someone fighting for our freedom.
Janice Oswald
September 20, 2008
To the family and friends of fallen Hero CWO Slebodnik....I am so deeply sorry for your loss. May God bring you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He will not be forgotten. God Bless You.
Kelly Hewett
September 19, 2008
Goodbye Mike, I'm glad to have known you. You will not be forgotten in my household. I told JD (my son, 9 years old) what happened and we will keep you in our memories, and your picture on our mantle. JD and I will keep a spot for you at the game table. Thank you for your love of your children, I saw it everytime we got together when you spoke of them. Everyone who knew you even briefly feel your loss. Until we meet again.
Patrick Miller
September 19, 2008
Dear Slebodnik Family -We stand united with you in prayer and in honor of a fallen hero. All our love and prayers are with you.
Kenneth Oldenski
September 19, 2008
My deepest sympathy upon your loss. You and your loved one will be remembered by me at my celebration of Mass. Sincerely yours, Father Kenneth E. Oldenski, Saint Richard Church, Gipsonia, PA
keith moore
September 19, 2008
To the Family of Michael Slebodnik, I wish to express my deepest sympathies for your loss of an American Hero,its men like him who keep our country free. No words can describe the pain you feel,just knowing he is now home safe in the arms of the Lord. Thank You Michael for your service to our great country.
Mark & Jen Perrone
September 19, 2008
Our thought and prayers are with the Slebodnik family. Thank you Mick for being a hero and keeping our country free and safe.
A Friend
September 19, 2008
Michael - thank you for protecting all who are citizens of the US. Thank you for your bravery.
Dear Dlebodnik Family - My prayers are with you. May God Bless you in your sorrow.
Gary Allain
September 19, 2008
Chief Warrant Officer Michael Slebodnic
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever
Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Kick
September 19, 2008
Although we knew each other in high school, I am sorry that I never got to meet you again as a Brother in Arms. Your country and your friends are proud of you, and salute your service. God bless.
Gary Linfoot
September 19, 2008
To the Slebodnik family,
My deepest regrets and heartfelt sympathy go out to you all. I know Mike was a believer in our Lord and he is with Him now.
I served with Mike for a short time in Iraq. His death has sent shockwaves through our community. The Army has lost a good soldier.
Rest in peace Mike.
NSDQ!
SGDM!
The Martin Family
September 19, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Amy Littler (Thaner)
September 19, 2008
I graduated with Mike from Richland High School in 1987. So sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers. Thank you for your service.
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
September 19, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Michael to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Michael in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Mark Porterfield
September 19, 2008
I offer my deepest sympathies to Mickey's family and the others here who have lost a friend. To Mickey the respect and honor one deserves who has heeded the call of his country and has gone off to keep its citizen's safe.
I looked upon his pictures and I saw the same engaging smile in the man that I recall from high school. Mickey was a truly nice guy. While his person is lost to us; let us each remember that which he gave to us. For we are each better having known him than not.
May God bless you Mickey, look over your family, and provide them solace in this time need.
Pittsburgh, Pa.
September 19, 2008
Our deepest sympathy.
God words at Isaiah 2:4:
“And they will have to beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning shears. Nation will not lift up sword against nation, neither will they learn war anymore.”
RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08 (KIA)
Gary Tolle
September 19, 2008
Mike, I just wanted to say thank you for your brave and honorable service to a grateful nation, a nation in mourning for our fallen hero’s. You like so many other soldiers chose to serve our nation when needed most and with your life you protected the very core of what America stands for. My nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward also made that sacrifice on 5/6/2008 when he was killed in action in Iraq. As I mourn for my nephew I mourn for you and so many other brave soldiers and know that you all will forever be in my thoughts and prayers, we as a nation will never forget you. I stand tall and salute you Michael and from the bottom of my heart I thank you for the nights we at home could sleep without fear and know that we are safe. To the Slebodnik family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Michael and your family and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers. Please accept my heart felt condolences and my prayer that god help you cope with this tragic loss and may the memories of your HERO carry you through each day. From one Gold Star family to another!
June Crowe-Fosnight
September 18, 2008
I knew Mikey many years ago from Sunday School at St. Killians. What a great boy. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Slebodnik family. May God Bless you. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
September 18, 2008
Like so many others, I thank you for your dedication and service for our freedom. He is truely a Hero.
Glenn Grau
September 18, 2008
Mickey:
God Bless you and your family. I am proud to say I knew you. You are a true hero.
-Glenn Grau
Richland High School 1987
Annina Zindren
September 18, 2008
I am a richland graduate from 1986. remeber the day mickey told friends he was joining the army. he said it with that big smile he always had on his face.sadly that was the last time i saw him. my younger brother and his younger brother are great friends . i just recently started working with jody. catching up on old times at richland.my heart and prayers are with mickeys family. rest in peace soldier. thanks for serving our country. Annina Zindren (Stickley)
Bonnie & Don Schatzel
September 18, 2008
Patty & Willie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in the loss of your very brave son who sacrificed his life for all of us.
Dana and Glenn Grau
September 18, 2008
My husband Glenn and I graduated with Mickey from Richland in 1987. We are so sorry for you loss. God Bless all of you. Thanks Mickey for your service from the bottom of our hearts!!!
September 18, 2008
Patty and Willie and family our deepest sympathy are with you and also our prayers and mickey thank you for your service
cindy and rick werling
Holly (Johnston Highlands)
September 18, 2008
Pat & Willie - and Family....
I am SO sorry to hear about Mickey, my deepest sympathy. Heaven has a new angel.
September 18, 2008
God Bless You All. Thank You for serving our country and keeping us all safe. What a true american hero.
Proud American Mom of a Marine Recruit
Jane Anderson Wymer
September 18, 2008
I am a 1986 graduate of RHS and remember Mickey in the halls of the high school. I played basketball with Jody and am her insurance agent. May God bless you through this time and I wish to express my deepest sympathys and gratitude for his service to our country and for keeping us safe here at home. Blessings.
Diane Wilsher
September 18, 2008
To the Slebodnik family, I am very sorry for your loss. I did not know him or yourselves, but for every soldier and Mr. Slebodnik - Thank you for fighting for our freedom. My sympathy to you all.
A PROUD AMERICAN
September 18, 2008
GOD BLESS YOU, And A Very Warm Heartfelt THANK YOU!!!!! For keeping Us Safe and and our FREEDOM, While you gave your all.
Carla
September 18, 2008
Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Lisa Linderman
September 18, 2008
Thank you for being devoted to OUR country, fighting for what you believe in and for OUR freedom.
RIP Soldier.
Dana Pierson
September 18, 2008
Pat:
I know you only as a voice on the phone but I wanted to express to you and your family my deepest condolences on the passing of your son. I thank God everyday for the men and women who step up to protect all of us from harm. You did a great job raising Mickey!
Dana Pierson
Landau Building Company Accounts Payable
Marie Reynolds
September 18, 2008
You have our deepest sympathy
on the loss of your son.
Dave and Marie Reynolds
Henryk Zaleski (CWO4,SC,USN-Ret)
September 18, 2008
Rest in peace as your wings take you where you can.
A Proud American
September 18, 2008
God Bless you and Thank you for our Safty and Freedon. You are a true Hero.
Janet DiPasquale Simon
September 17, 2008
Willie,
I doubt that you'll remember me. We graduated from high school together. When I read about you son, I wanted to contact you to express my sympathy. Mickey lived a constructive and remarkable life. You must be so proud of him even even in these sad times.
Ashley Peters
September 17, 2008
I'm proud to call Mickey family. Wish I could be in Pittsburgh this weekend but I will see you here in Arlington, where a we honor a true patriot.
in my thoughts and prayers...
ARNG Mom
September 17, 2008
We offer our condolences at the tragedy of your loss. We pray for peace in your future, although it will be difficult.
HOOAH!!!
A Fellow American
September 17, 2008
To The Family, Mickey's unselfishness and love of his country has given many of us our freedom. I want you to know that it doesn't go unnoticed. I never had the pleasure of meeting this fine man, but I salute him, thank him and pray for him and all of you. God Bless You All!
John Soltis
September 17, 2008
Willie and Pat,
Our family has your family in our prayers.
John and Mary Soltis
Cecelia Buechele
September 17, 2008
May God bless you and your family,and thank you for my freedom,"all gave some,and some gave all".....
Cecelia Buechele
Bobbi Jo Kumpfmiller
September 17, 2008
A soldier is a person with a heart
they get pushed around and torn apart
they hold their heads up high
they stay true with their inner self
their the bravest people on this earth
respect them and their enemys won't get hurt
they guard our free land
they protect us in any way they can
in their eyes is pride of a true soldier
they walk around with the weight of the world on their shoulders
respect them, their the reason why were here
their trained not to shed a single tear
they fight tough battles
but in the end they never feel fear
Thank you Mickey for standing proud.
Theresa Reich
September 17, 2008
I am just a grateful American sending my condolences to the family of this hero. God bless you and keep you close during this sad time of loss.
Terry Reich
Portersville, Pa.
J. T.
September 17, 2008
THANK YOU FOR MY FREEDOM.
Ed Cohen
September 17, 2008
Members of the Zelienople American Legion, Post 474, mourn and salute this fallen Hero.
Post historian
Flo Spellman
September 17, 2008
The family of this fallen hero May you find peace in your time of sorrow SALUTE SOLDIER
Bob Hoffman
September 17, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Slebodnik - I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You have my deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
Travis Brown
September 17, 2008
To the Slebobnik Family. You have my deepest sympathies. You must be extremely proud of Mickey. He gave the ultimate sacrifice so that his children and mine might not have to. I did not know Mickey, but God bless him and God bless you all.
Mike & Kim Weibel
September 17, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Pam Austin-Eck
September 17, 2008
To the Slebodnik Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Mickey.
As a member of the graduating class of Richland '87, I know we have lost a great man.
Rest in Peace Mickey.
Raymond Mizgorski
September 17, 2008
I am also sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers. I too graduated with Mickey and when I saw the picture on the obituary it reminded me of how he always had a smile on his face. I am proud to have known him and proud of how he lived his life. My thoughts are with him and his family.
Matthew Yingling
September 17, 2008
Rest in peace Chief Warrant Officer Michael "Mickey" Slebodnik
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
September 17, 2008
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to CWO Michael Slebodnik our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Michael. And to Michael it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made in combat while serving the U.S. Army and his country. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Michael, you are a brave Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,409 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Michael’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
September 17, 2008
To the Slebodnik family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Michaels' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
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Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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