Merrillville, Indiana
Matthew Mihalick, Jr., age 82, of Merrillville, IN passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2014.
Matthew is survived by his wife, JoAnn; 2 daughters: Kim Mihalick and Laura ?Beanie? Vucko; grandchildren: John (Lisa) Vucko and Felicia Vucko; great-grandchildren, Jessa Vucko; brothers: Frank George Mihalik of Merrillville and Raymond (Barbara) Mihalik of Valparaiso; sisters: Kay Reister of Culver, and Jean Molengraft of Valparaiso; sister-in-law, Ann Mihalik of Crown Point. He was preceded in death by his parents: Matthew and Anna (Jurincic) Mihalick; brothers: John, Steve, James and George Michael Mihalick; sisters: Barbara and Geraldine Mihalick, Ann Critten; brothers-in-law: Dr. Neal Molengraft and Robert Critten; sisters-in-law: Betty Mihalik, Mary Mihalick and Rose Marie Mihalick; beloved pets: Sunshine, Lexi, and Daisy Mae.
Matthew was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Merrillville. He retired from EJ&E Railroad as a Supervisor with 35 years of service and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Matthew enjoyed fishing, and playing golf and racquet ball.
A memorial visitation with the family will be held on Sunday, August 3, 2014 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410 and on Monday, August 4, 2014 directly at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, from 9:30 to 10:00 AM.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, August 4, 2014 directly at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, 801 W. 73rd Ave., Merrillville, IN 46410 at 10:00 AM, with Rev. Brian Chadwick officiating. Services will conclude at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be given in Matthew?s name to Alzheimer?s Research Foundation or Asera Care Hospice.
Sign guestbook or view directions at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com. 219-769-3322.
It was with a sadden heart that I learned of Uncle Matt's passing. With only six plus years between us he was the fun 'guy' for me to be around during Christmas trips to Gary. My sincerest condolences to Joni, Kimberly and Laura, the grand and great grandchildren and all the family. Another bright star for the heavens. Certainly visible from Florida to be sure.
John Mihalick,
Pensacola, Florida
August 13, 2014
Oh Beanie, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. He will always be in your heart.
Denise Markward Mica
August 08, 2014 | Oak Lawn, IL
To the Mihalick family,
Our staff offers our most sincere condolences at the loss of Matthew. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
Aseracare Hospice
August 04, 2014 | Valparaiso, IN
I was deeply saddened to read of the passing of Mr.Mihalick. He always treated me like family and for that i will never forget him. This world is a sorry place without him here.
Robert Miller
August 03, 2014 | Crown Point, IN
May God's light shine upon you
August 03, 2014
It's was difficult to hear the news about Mr. Mihalick passing on to eternal life. I know how much he is loved. The Mihalick family has been close to my mom and dad's family for generations now. So it was such a blessing when our families joined. Beannie, I know you will miss your dad, John....your grandpa.....It's never easy to be the ones left behind. Our faith reminds us that we will be reunited with him. We know that joyous day will come. My thoughtful prayers for peace to all the those...
Kathy Terlicher
August 03, 2014 | San Anselmo, CA
Our hearts are filled with the fondest of memories of Uncle Matt. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Liz Lutterbach & Family
August 03, 2014
Our sincere condolences thoughts and prayers..May the Eternal Light Shine Upon Him..
Terri Nigrelli-Wieczorek
August 02, 2014 | Valparaiso, IN
Rest in peace Dad.
Kimberly Mihalick
August 02, 2014 | Merrillville, IN