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Michael Takach Obituary
Born in Columbia, October 23, 1949, he was a son of Michael T. Takach Sr. of Irmo, and the late Margaret "Margie" Squirlock Takach.
Mr. Takach graduated from Cardinal Newman High School and enlisted in the military and served in both the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army Reserve. Most of his service was as a member of the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Team. He served in the Vietnam War in 1969 and was awarded the Bronze Star for his duties above the call of duty performed on his 20th birthday. He was later awarded two Air Force Commendation Medals for his service.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Deanna and Troy Hixon of Winnsboro; his son, Shane Takach of Blythewood; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Ann and David Edrington of Irmo; brothers and sisters-in-law, Thomas A. and Sharon Takach, and Dave and Denise Takach, all of Chapin; and the mother of his children, Evelyn Mayeux of West Columbia.
Funeral service will be conducted at noon Wednesday at Chapin Presbyterian Church by the Rev. Ken Kelley. Interment with military honors will be in Fort Jackson National Cemetery. Following the services, the family invites friends to join them at the home of Mary Ann Edrington, 1116 Eleazer Road, Irmo, SC 29063.
Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday prior to the service at Chapin Presbyterian Church.
Pallbearers will be Patrick Takach, Jim Takach, David Takach II, Drew Takach, Brent Takach and Jay Hollis.
Memorials are suggested to Cub Scout Pack 870, c/o St. Francis of Assisi Church, PO Box 265, Chapin, SC 29036.
Messages to the family may be sent via email to [email protected]. Whitaker Funeral Home of Chapin is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Takach
April 23, 2010
Condolences to the Family.
"Rest In Peace Brother"
Bill Covington, CCT
April 23, 2010
WE KNEW MIKE IN LITTLE ROCK AND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WITH THE FAMILY, I WAS PLEASE TO HAVE KNOW MIKE MY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL.
CHARLIE BELL FAYETTEVILLE NC
April 23, 2010
Tommy,Sharon,David and Mary Ann,
I was so sorry to learn of the loss of Michael. May the Lord give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. I think of you guys often. I will be praying for you.
Judy Garkisch Baucom
Tom and Vicki Smith
April 22, 2010
To All the Family,
So sorry to hear about Michael. We hope you find comfort knowing that thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Moffett
April 22, 2010
I was shocked to learn of Mike's passing. We traded emails last July. I first met Mike when we attended Combat Control School together. Mike was sure a joy to be around. A true dedicated professional. God bless.
April 22, 2010
Knew Mike during the mid 70's while serving as an Army Reserve Recruiter in the 120th ARCOM. I shall always remember his outgoing, helpful spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you as I ask God to comfort you all. Edmund Rannells (Bluefield, VA)
April 21, 2010
To the family and friends of Mike ,
Please accept my condolences. Mike and I attended Combat Control School together. We were also in Viet Nam at the same time.
Sincerely,
Walter W. Willis
Don East
April 21, 2010
I served with Mike in Vietnam. There was no finer a teammate. May he rest in peace.
April 21, 2010
Mike was always a man of good cheer and dedicated service. He was admired by all of us who served with him. Bill Frankenberger, SMSgt. USAF CCT Retired
Marguerite Murphy
April 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God bless your family.
Michele Wessinger
April 21, 2010
To the Takach Family,
May God give you strength to carry on during this difficult time of sadness and sorrow.
I will miss Mike's friendly chats, his warm smile and his neighborly waves.
April 21, 2010
I was deeply saddened to learn of Michaels passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
A teammate and classmate from Cardinal Newman.
Henry B. Whitlark - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
KK
April 21, 2010
The family of Mr. Takach,
I am sorry for your loss. I never knew your father yet he was well known in our shared community of US Air Force Combat Controllers.
First to have succeeded in becoming a Combat Controller was difficult. Yet to have volunteered again to enter into Vietnam is another feat. Then to perform his duties and exceed the unspoken standards of conduct of "special operations"...in a world where there are no rules or standards other than to survive speaks volumes. Michael Takach took it beyond his call of duty to protect his comrades and others returning home from a thankless war to be awarded the Bronze Star and two commedation medals.
In the end he walked away from his military career a quiet professional.
The exact hero amongst many "silent professionals" myself and my peers learned from and looked up to.
Thank you
v/r
KK
(Bosnia/Afghanistan x 2/ Iraq)
Gene Adcock
April 21, 2010
Rest in peace brother. You was a true and faithful servent to the miliitary and you will be missed more than you will ever know.
Gene Adcock, CMSgt, USAF (CCT) Retired
Lind Jackson
April 21, 2010
Mike will always be a good memory for me.
don and sandy williams
April 21, 2010
with all our sympathy and prayers for the family..he's out of pain and in a better place
we miss you mike..you were there for us all the time..he helped us with pictures at the outrigger..he was always walking around with his camera,helped us with menu's..made calender for our bands every month..great guy..we love you mike i miss your e-mais
sincerely, don and sandy williams..owners of outrigger
April 20, 2010
Mike, Mary Ann and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in your friends and family through this sad time and know your memories live on in your hearts forever. Jim and Darcy Assemany
Sandy & Herb Schiller
April 20, 2010
Dear Mary Ann & David,
May these few words, in some way, express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to you and your family. You are in many heartfelt thoughts at this difficult time.
lauren and moe dunn
April 20, 2010
so sorry for your loss - your family is in our prayers
Rebecca Hill Gable
April 20, 2010
Deanna and Shane,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I remember all the Youth gathering we had at your house. Mr. Mike would have the biggest bon-fire in the backyard. Goodtimes! My deepest heart felt prayers are with you both. May God bring you peace and healing during this time of sorrow.
Shirley Metts
April 20, 2010
Mike was such an awesome and generous man. He was so very proud of his children and loved them dearly. His love will remain in your hearts forever. Mike was my best friend and I will miss him, love him and remember him for the rest of my life. And one day we will all be reunited again in Heaven.
Lynne Shirey
April 20, 2010
Deanna,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Let the love of those around you comfort you and carry you through the days ahead.
Leigh Ann Whitticar
April 20, 2010
Shane, you and your family our in our thoughs and prays.God bless him for all he did for our country! He was truly a HERO!! Love, Boland's True Value
Bill & Margie Oswald
April 20, 2010
We were so sorry to read of Michael's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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