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Micheal Janik Obituary

Michael A. Janik VIRGINIA BEACH - Retired U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Micheal "Mike" Janik passed away unexpectedly Jan. 31, 2009. Mike was a loving husband, Dad and Pop, to his family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Vivian L. Janik; daughter, Cheryl A. Cooksey and husband William L. Cooksey; daughters, Catherine E. Lineberry and Lynn M. Beeler; son, Michael A. Janik Jr.; grandson, Christopher L. Janik; two granddaughters, Rachel L. Cooksey and Katie A. Cooksey; and one great-grandson, Aidan R.P. Drum. A private memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday for the family and close friends in Kellum Funeral Home, Rosewood Chapel. Burial will follow at Rosewood Memorial Park. You may pay condolences to the family at www.mem.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Feb. 3, 2009.

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Emily Slate

February 4, 2009

We are truely sorry for your loss. Mrs. Janik, you will be in our thoughts and prayers, as well as the rest of your family.

Love, The Slates
Emily Jeff Jazlynn Shyla & Collin

Jerry W Tolson

February 3, 2009

Janik Family, I was sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. I worked with Mike at VSE Corp for 10 years or so and always enjoyed his company. I share in your loss and will pray for your strength in your griefing. God Bless Jerry W. Tolson

Lori Hockman

February 3, 2009

For Vivian and Cathy,
I am sad for you over Mike's passing
and know you love him deeply.I send you my heart felt love and care to both of you.God has accepted another angel,into his kingdom and your love will be eternal.

Susan Hickman

February 3, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about Mike passing away. We get so busy in our lives we don't keep in touch with family the way we should and before we know it, it's to late. Please know all of you are in my prayers.
Much Love,
Susie

Kia Ozmore

February 3, 2009

I just want to send my deepest condolences to the whole Janik family - especially Mrs. Janik. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I don't think I've ever signed anything this way, but I have to for Mr. Janik . . . with love, Smelly Kelly

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