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Michael MUNDAY Obituary

MUNDAY, Michael F. quietly passed in his home on January 27, 2019 after a long battle with cancer. He leaves behind his wife of 40 years, Michele (Fazekas); daughter, Suzanne Reicher (Daniel) and grandchildren, Penelope and Felix. Mike and Michele met in Washington, D.C. where Mike worked as a congressional press aide. Although Mike had many accomplishments in Tucson as a national editor, author, and producer, he was particularly proud of his recent work with the University of Arizona Controlled Environment Agriculture Center (UA-CEAC). A private memorial will be held in late March to celebrate his life and colorful personality. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be sent to UA-CEAC (1951 E. Roger Road Tucson, AZ 85719).

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Feb. 17, 2019.

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Michael Del Missier

February 11, 2020

A true Individualist! Celebrate Mike's passion!

Jim & Betsy Michaud

February 26, 2019

Michele and Suzanne - As you prepare to honor Mike and say your goodbyes, know that we are with you in our hearts and prayers. Glad that we have been with you to share some BIG moments in your family's life. Mike was certainly a presence, wherever he was and because of that his absence will be felt by many. Sending much, much love

Barry Pryor

February 25, 2019

Michelle and family, our deepest sympathies. Mike's spirit and humor are wonderful memories I will hold. He was always quick to wit and ready to laugh, even when he was irritated by some bureaucratic obstruction to his ever evolving plans. His vision and enthusiasm were contagious, and I will deeply miss that energy and excitement he had of all the possibilities of things to come when creative minds get to work. Cheers to Mike, and our prayers.

Jan F

February 19, 2019

To Mike's family:
May you find comfort in knowing that those who have passed on in death that God keeps them in his memory, because they are precious in His eyes. Psalms 116:15. You have my sincere condolences.

Lynn

February 19, 2019

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May God give you comfort and strength during this time Isaiah 33: 24

Kay Novotny

February 18, 2019

May your family be comforted by fond memories of times together with Mike. Many of his fellow students at Palo Verde HS remember him with admiration, as I do.

Susan Mackin Anderson

February 18, 2019

My condolences from another Palo Verde classmate, class of 1967. Mike was a neighbor in Vista del Saguaro. He tapped me to work with him as a Teen Citizen reporter, leading to some great memories working alongside regular reporters on Saturday's downtown. One day as I was leaving the Citizen office, Barry Goldwater opened the door for me as he was coming in. Another day a reporter was on the phone with the wife in Phoenix of a man who was just arrested in Tucson for bank robbery. She told the reporter, He isn't here right now. He went to Tucson to get some money. Thanks for my first writing job, Mike. I knew you were ready to do great things! Your family is in my prayers.

Lawanda M

February 18, 2019

Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences at this time of your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2

Tom Nelson

February 17, 2019

My condolences to family friends
RIP Mike
Fellow classmate PV

February 17, 2019

Mike's subtle wit and humour will always be appreciated as we light a candle for him.

Joe Del Missier, Reno, NV
Palo Verde High School Classmate

Bill Jones

February 17, 2019

My deepest condolences from a Palo Verde High School classmate.

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