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Michael Postupak Obituary
SWOYERSVILLE — Michael P. Postupak, 48, of Swoyersville, a guest at Village at Greenbriar, died Thursday, March 17, 2016.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, Michael was the son of Carl and Elizabeth (Flanagan) Postupak, Dallas, and was a graduate of Bishop O'Reilly High School, Kingston. Michael was employed by the family business, Postupak Painting, Wilkes-Barre, and was a member of St. Theresa Church, Shavertown, and the Westmoreland Club, Wilkes-Barre.
He is survived, in addition to his parents, by son, Michael Patrick Postupak Jr.; daughter, Molly Kathryn Postupak, both of Pearl River, New York; brother, Carl Postupak and his wife, Katie, Dallas; and nephew, Stephen Postupak.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16, 2016, in St. Theresa Church, Shavertown, with the Rev. James J. Paisley officiating. Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Pringle. Friends may call 10:30 a.m. to service in the church.
Arrangements by Andrew Strish Funeral Home, 11 Wilson St., Larksville.
The family would like to thank Dr. Gary Nothstein, Hospice of the Sacred Heart and the staff at Greenbriar, especially Annie and Robin for the care they gave Michael.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes Barre, PA 18612 or Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge, 974 Lockville Road, Dallas, PA 18612.
For additional information, visit www.strishfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Barbara and William McDonough
April 13, 2016
Dear Puddy,Carl and Family
We are so sorry for the passing of Michael. He was a wonderful person and we are very proud to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
Sam Arfanella
April 13, 2016
Carl and Family, Sorry for your loss our prayers are with you and your family.
April 12, 2016
Carl, Katie, and Stephen,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our prayers.
Joe, Michele, and Jackie.
Mary Postupack Calabro
April 12, 2016
Sending light love and prayers to your family. Mary M Postupak Calabro and family
Sandy Baltimore
April 12, 2016
So sorry to hear about Michael, my thoughts go out to the family.
ton sholtis
April 12, 2016
carl and family,
sorry to hear of mikes passing. alot of fond memories of gate of heaven and BOR and our football adventures.
April 12, 2016
Carl & Puddy: So sorry to hear of your loss. Carl will be in our prayers. Truly Ron & Midge Eget Mercerville., N.J.
Wayne Thomas
April 12, 2016
Although we are away, we extend our sincere condolences to the Postupak family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. GOD BLESS.
Marie and Wayne Thomas
Mark Wooditch
April 11, 2016
Carl,
Very sorry to hear about the passing of Michael. I remember very well our football days at Bishop O'Reilly. Your family is in my thoughts and Prayers. With deepest sympathy. Mark Wooditch
April 11, 2016
Dear Carl & Elizabeth and family, You have our deepest sympathy. God bless you and you are in our prayers. Sincerely,Frank & June (Kiefer) Benedict
John Karolchyk
April 11, 2016
Carl:
Sincerest condolences for the loss of your son. I'm sure he was a vibrant and gentlemanly young man. Unfortunately, I never met him. May he rest in peace.
Your cousin , John (Jackie)
April 11, 2016
To Michael's Family - I got to know Michael and enjoyed his friendship very much, glad to have known and met him.
Thanks for the laughs.
Michael Litchkowski
Theresa Zalepa
April 11, 2016
Carl and Puddy and Carl Jt. I do not know what to say. I am still in shock. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I would be at the service if I could.
Robin
April 10, 2016
I still can't believe that you are gone. I think about you everyday. GB just isn't the same without you. I am so grateful that I got to know what a kind and caring person you were. I will never forget you , you will always have a special place in my heart. Hope you are smiling down on us.
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