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Michael Kusek Obituary
Born: May 5, 1943
Died: February 26, 2023
Michael J. Kusek, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at home. He was born on May 5, 1943 in Chicago, the son of Joseph & Bernice Kusek.
Michael served proudly as a Third Marine Division, United States Marine and toured in Vietnam from which he received the Presidential Unit Citation for service in Vietnam from 1965 to 1967, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. He was an avid collector of Coca Cola, Elvis Presley, Westerns & US Marines memorabilia. It was rare to enter his house and not see what's been added to his Elvis Presley room. Michael enjoyed spending time, giving gifts and having a nice meal with his two grandchildren Elizabeth and Madeline.
He is survived by his children James, Joseph, Patricia and Michael, ex-wife Katherine Kusek, siblings Carol Bojan, Lawrence Kusek, Elizabeth South, Diane Ehledrachet and, grandchildren Elizabeth and Madeline Fischer
He was preceded by his parents Joseph & Bernice Kusek, siblings Geraldine Gerry, Anthony Kusek, and Arlene Dazzo.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 4:00 PM in the Laird Funeral Home, 120 S. Third St. (Corner of Third and Oregon) West Dundee. The United State Marines will be presenting honors. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 1:00 PM until the time of services. For information 847-836-8770 or www.lairdfamilyfuneralservices.com
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Nick Blesz
March 2, 2023
"Semper fi", brother! Rest in Peace, Mike! I am sure the Lord is going to have you fix the Gates to Heaven.
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