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Michael Wanser Obituary
Michael Anthony Wanser
"Iron Man Michael" 6 of Zionsville, received his angel wings after an 11 month battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Michael loved being a big brother, playing with his friends, WWE wrestling, Indy Car racing, legos, and playing video games. He also liked playing soccer, flag football, and doing trampoline and tumbling gymnastics. He will always be remembered for his faith, courage, strength and playful spirit.
Michael is survived by his loving family, parents, Barry and Laurie Wanser; little brother, Robert Wanser; grandparents, Gordon and Eleanor Wanser (Whitestown, NY), and Robert J. Roberts and Maureen Moore (Deerfield Beach, FL); uncles, John Roberts, Gordon Wanser, John Ferrier and Thomas Struk; aunts, Kathleen Ferrier, Mary Struk, Lori Roberts, and Jenn Guittare; and cousins, Dylan Ferrier, Tyler Roberts, Jordan Ferrier, Courtney Roberts, Cooper Wickham, and Riley Wanser.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Jeannette Roberts and uncle, Kenneth Wanser.
Visitation will be held Thursday, October 27 and Friday, October 28 from 2 - 8 PM at the Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortu ary, 11411 N. Michigan Rd. A funeral service will be held Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 10 AM at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Zionsville with celebrant, Father Dennis O'Keeffe. Burial will follow in Zionsville Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1893,
Memphis, TN 38101-9950.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Wanser
Steven Hicks
February 20, 2019
I continue to pray for your family and that even though I don't have any type of words that are suitable, I still continue to pray for your family and ask god to keep you, and ask him to strengthen my faith as well.. god bless you and your family.
Linda Elliott
October 28, 2011
Lori, Michael's battle is done and he doesn't have to fight any more. You have my deepest sympathy at the loss of your little guy. May your family and friends be your support in the days to come. Many prayers go your way and remember, Michael said he would be watching. Faith is a wonderful thing. God's blessing on you and all the family.
Linda
October 27, 2011
Till we meet!! looking forward to the time when I meet this amazing child in the hearafter...so sorry I didn't meet your family in this life...I'm happy I heard of you thru Nana and have been following your mom's journal for the past few months. Keep 'em laughing in heaven Iron Man.
Diana Bolster
October 26, 2011
Perhaps they are not
stars in the sky,
but rather openings
where our loved ones
shine down
to let us know they
are happy!
My sincere condolences to you all. As you prepare to celebrate Michael's life, cherish all the wonderful memories that you all shared together! Know that you are loved by so many people - near and far - old and new. You ALL have made such an impact on so many people! WE are so thankful for IronMan Michael and his wonderful family! May God continue to Bless you Now and Always!
October 26, 2011
I only had the pleasure of meeting Michael a couple of times, but he is truly an inspiration and will be missed with all my heart. Sleep with the angels, Iron Man
John Cummiskey
October 26, 2011
Our sincere condolences to your family, may your hearts be filled with the wonderful memories of the times you spent together.
John, Julie, and Owen Cummiskey
KEVAND,KAREN CROSS
October 26, 2011
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
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