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MICHAEL ZAPF Obituary

Michael Joseph Zapf, 48, of Countryside passed away suddenly Saturday, Feb.11, 2012. Born Aug. 27, 1963, he is the son of Betty Jane and the late Richard Stanley Zapf, of Countryside. Mike was a graduate of Lyons Township High School and the College of DuPage. He enjoyed traveling, collecting music memorabilia, cooking and baking and spending time with his many friends and family. He was a loving son and brother, a loyal friend and favorite uncle. He will be forever missed. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at Holy Covenant Church, 9145 Grant Ave., Brookfield, IL on Thursday, Feb. 16, at 3 p.m. Pastor Danny Spears officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given directly to the family. Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home. Info: 708-352-6500.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 14, 2012.

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Eric Hupp

April 4, 2012

Deeply shocked and saddened to receive the news of Mike's passing. My prayers go out to all his friends and family. I will always remember him as a gentle and kind man and as a hardworking team leader whom I relied on heavily during our time together working at Ogilvy Action. Thanks Mike for sharing your light, your wisdom and your laughter with all that knew you! God Bless!

Caroline Murphy

April 3, 2012

Dear Zapf Family,

I worked with Mike a few times and thought he was such a great guy with a big smile. My boyfriend Josh particularly bonded with him at work events and we are both so sad to hear this news. We will miss him. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you.

Mike, Jerry, Dierdre, and Josh working

Leonardo & Dierdre Sparks

April 3, 2012

To the Zapf family, first I just got word of Mike's passing and my husband and I, Leo, who is also a friend and colleague of Mikes send our deepest condolence. As you can see, this is Mike to us and this is how we will remember him. PS Mike used to say that he was in love with our baby, Sophia, Steve Miller and Led Zeppelin. Mike we miss you much.

Mike at the Dunes in Indiana 2011

Jennifer Paolinelli

April 3, 2012

Dear Zapf Family, Mike was a great guy, a good friend and a dedicated manager. He was a great cook and a terrific repair man. He was a perfectionist it always had to be perfect if Mike did it. He will be missed. He was loved by all.

Michelle Phillips

April 3, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Zapf family! Mike was a joy and pleasure to work with at Productions Plus! He was my go to guy! Whenever I needed to staff a demonstration at the last minute, he was always willing to do it. Mike I am glad to have called you my friend!!!! You will always be my "Go to Guy"!!!

Albert Lewis

February 16, 2012

Dave, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have always found comfort in the following prayer. May that be true for you and your family.
May the raindrops fall lightly on your brother's brow.
May the soft winds freshen his spirit
May the sunshine brighten his heart
May the burdens of the day rest lightly upon him.
And may God enfold him in the mantle of His love.

Garry,Gloria, Ben and Jen,Casey and Addy Pierce Woodward Smits

February 16, 2012

Dear Marie and your entire family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers at your time of sorrow.

cathy de cola

February 15, 2012

Dear Dave and Family, sorry for your loss. I will miss Michael here at the Countryside Condos. He was a really nice guy. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Zach Jarabeck

February 15, 2012

Mike, I have so many great memories of our hilarious and adventuresome times together. You, my friend were completely genuine. Your kind heart, great sense of humor and your loving spirit has been such a gift to all of us who had the pleasure of knowing you. The Holy Spirit spoke to me and told me you are in complete joy and having a great time in Heaven. Love you.

Barb Wambach

February 15, 2012

I will miss Mike forever. We had a long friendship that started in the 80's. My condolences are with Mike's family and our friends. "and when he shall die, Take him and cut him out in little stars and he will make the face of heaven so fine that all the world will be in love with night, and pay no worship to the garish sun"

Pattie Skriba

February 15, 2012

Dave... I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts/prayers

Gus Lacoco

February 15, 2012

MIke, You were a good friend and a good person. You will be greatly missed. My prayers go out ot your family.

Cherie Romano

February 15, 2012

Dear Dave and Family,
The Romano and Jakubowski families send their sincere condolences to you on the sudden loss of your brother, Mike. We pray for your strength and for the healing of your hearts.
Always - your friends. Cherie and Tim Romano and Chrissy and Mike Jakubowski and Families

Vicky Sas

February 15, 2012

Dave,
There are no words that will ease your pain, just remember that there are many people holding you in our hearts as you move through this difficult time.

James Ng

February 14, 2012

I'm very sorry for the loss of Michael. Although no words can help ease the pain you bear, know that you are close in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Fife

February 14, 2012

Dave,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve the loss of your brother, Michael.

Wayne Meyer

February 14, 2012

Mike, God must have needed you now. Im going to miss you dearly. My thoughts & Prayers go out to his Family.

Teri Schuh

February 14, 2012

Dave, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

Norm Mitchell

February 14, 2012

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Michael. He is in God's care, looking down on us all. May his soul rest in peace.

Jesse Keogh

February 14, 2012

Dave, I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Jesse Keogh

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