Chicago, Illinois
Don Michalek, 73, of Midlothian, IL, very beloved husband of Carole J., nee Kaysen, for 481/2 years; most proud and loved father of Tony (Jill), Jan (Jim) Graham and Jean (Don) Weishar; coach and dedicated grandpa "Poppa" of Jake and Hannah Michalek, Jenny, Lauren and Olivia...
Read MoreCarole, Tony, and family,
So sorry to hear of Don's passing. I'll always have fond memories of 'The Don' of 63rd street. All the great food from 'The Pit" and way too many hours eating it and hanging out in the Mobil station across the street. Then Don would come over and shag us out.
Yep, goin' miss Don.
Bob Hartley
September 01, 2008 | Palos Hills, IL
Dearest Aunt Carole; I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing. How wonderful you were married for such a long time. I am sure you were very happy. I hope to see you over Labor Day weekend. Love Laura Jean
Laura Jean Kayen Buff
August 13, 2008 | Malibu, CA
Mrs. Michalek, Tony and Family:
I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Mr. Michalek. I have many great memories of my teenage years, as he was always a major influence and shared a great part of life with me.
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Love Tom Scheide
Tom Scheide
August 03, 2008 | Mokena, IL
Carole and family,
My sincerest condolences to all of you.
At the Charcoal Pit, Don was my first and most impressionable boss.
His way of doing business has guided me for over 35 years.
My memories of his way remind me of the Grand opening
celebration in which I played Tiny the Clown, and all fanfare
including the Welcome Mayor Daley sign Don hung across 63rd
street. I always think of him when I do something he taught me,
and when I am passing on that knowledge to...
rich Chearo
August 02, 2008 | Manhattan, IL
Carol and all the rest:
Don was Clint Eastwood and Charles Bronson all in one.....a real world shaker and a second pop to me....Joe w
Joseph Winlock
August 01, 2008 | Austin, TX
Tony,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. God is there to lead you during the loss of a loved one.
Jeff Carr
August 01, 2008 | Rockford, IL
Tony,
I was sorry to hear of your Father's passing. I can understand the impact of the loss of a family leader that did things "his way".
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and yours,
Hank Lepore
H Lepore
July 31, 2008 | Oak Forest, IL
Remember all of the happy times for as life is a measured quantity love and memories are not.
With my families deepest sympathies,
John R. Graham
John Graham
July 30, 2008 | Chicago, IL
CAROL
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. BUT HE WAS A VERY GOOD PERSON. WE GREW UP TOGETHER .I GUESS WHEN YOUR CLOSE AS KIDS YOU NEVER FORGET THINGS THAT YOU DID.
PHIL@ JEAN SIANO
July 30, 2008 | MARCO ISLAND, FL
