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Michael Cherniske Obituary
Michael James Cherniske, age 67, passed away surrounded by his family on November 2nd, 2025. He was born on August 23, 1958, in New Milford, Connecticut to Francis and Virginia Cherniske.
He is predeceased by his mother Virginia, father Francis, and brother Stephen. He is survived by his wife of 43 years Linda and his children Ryan (Amanda), Jessica, Amanda (JP), and Stephen. He is also survived by his grandchildren Kenedy, Zoey, Connor, Michael and Vanessa, his sisters Tracy (Gary), Virginia, and Jeannie, his Uncle Martin as well as many nieces and nephews.
Michael spent his childhood at the family dairy farm in New Preston, Connecticut and later farmed himself, both in Connecticut and Utah.
Through all of Michael's many accomplishments, there was nothing that brought him more joy than his grandchildren. He took so much pride in teaching them how to work on cars in the garage. If he wasn't working on cars, he was playing with cars or talking about cars. He loved sharing stories about his life growing up and the adventures he went on with his children.
He leaves behind a legacy of stories, love, and knowledge and he will be forever missed by everyone who knew him.
Please join us for a celebration of life at Lillis Funeral Home in New Milford, CT, on Friday November 7th from 5 to 8 p.m.
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Ray underwood
November 5, 2025
So sorry to hear of mikes passing. He was missed by many in new Preston when he left to farm in Utah. Never afraid of a challenge, hard working, and a great sense of humor. A kindred spirit, who "got it".
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Linda and his family, especially appreciating the grandkids as we are in the phase of life as well. God bless.
Sadly we will not be in town at the time of his service.
Ray & Carol Underwood
Liddy Adams
November 5, 2025
Mike was one of the best when it came to how to talk with customers, professional people, farm sales and projects...I could go on and on. Likeable, mischievious, funny, caring and a hard worker. He will definitely be missed by many. He was a good friend to me and helped me with a few real estate transactions as to farms and such. God Bless him, Linda and the children and grandchildren.
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