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Michael KARTES Obituary

Age 60, of St. Paul Passed Away on 11/24/12 after a very difficult battle related to esophageal cancer. Preceded in death by father, Ted; mother, Lucille; and brother, Richard. Survived by wife, Lee Jorgensen-Kartes; sisters, Janet Kartes & Carol Hage; brothers-in-law, Mark (Nancy), Paul (Shari), Stephen (Barbara) and Greg; sister-in-law, Kathryn; also by his many special nieces, nephews & Godchildren; and his animals "kids," Becket, Lucy, Teddy, Roget, Gauguina, Soleil & Bailey. Thank you to Michael's many friends & "Brotherhood." Michael worked in the area of God's ministry, education and social work. Special thanks to the medical staff at HealthEast St. Joe's, Bethesda & Midway Pain Clinic (Colleen) for their wonderful & compassionate care. Also, we would like to especially thank Robert Cheney, D.D.S., Mary & Intelligent Touch Dental Lab & for giving Michael back his heartwarming & beautiful smile. Thank you Jane Hamilton of HealthEast Healing Touch for making his life to death transition peaceful and loving. Visitation will be held Wed. 11/28, from 3:30-8PM w/ a 7PM Prayer Service at Wulff Godbout Funeral Home, 560 W. 7th St., St. Paul. Mass of Christian Burial, THURSDAY, 11/29 at 12NOON, visitation also 1 hr. prior at Lumen Christi Catholic Church, 2055 Bohland Ave., St. Paul. Private interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials preferred to HealthEast Caritas (his & Lee's cancer support group) & HealthEast Healing Touch Program. Michael, You will always be a part of my heart. Thank you for loving me and making me a better person. Now you are free, my love. Chaucer is awaiting his walk. Always Yours, Lee. WULFF GODBOUT 651-224-4868 WulffGodboutFuneralHome.com


Published by Pioneer Press from Nov. 26 to Nov. 28, 2012.
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Will always cherish the memories of Michael. He was the best supervisor I ever had and a great friend. Love him dearly. Dee Foutch and Russ Erickson.

Delia Marie Foutch

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November 20, 2022

Lee, thinking of you as you remember Michael.
Elaine

Elaine Tuhy

November 20, 2021

Dear Lee,
Just learned of Michael's passing a few minutes ago from Tom Kartes. On behalf of Patrick, I want you to know that we are very saddened to learn of his passing. He was a warm, loving and deeply caring man. Blessings for Michael's journey and blessings for your love, which will remain.

Cheryl & Patrick Kartes

December 2, 2012

Lee, I as so sorry for your loss. Though I lost touch with Mike years ago it just doesn't seem like it has been 42 years since High School. I am sorry I didn't learn of his passing until today.

Tom Kartes

December 2, 2012

Lee, I'M sorry to read about the loss of you spouse. My prayers are with you and your family. Julie Berry LPN

November 30, 2012

Lee, I was so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. I will always remember him as a soft-spoken, kind, caring, funny and generous man. It must be so hard for you be without him after having him a part of your life for so long. But we know that he had been suffering for such a long time and that now he is home with God. I really wish that I could be with you in your time of need as you have been with me in mine. And I wish I could give you a big hug! I will try to call you soon and try better to keep in touch. I am sending you my love and prayers to give you the strength you need to carry on. Take care Lee, I (we) love you.

Ruth & Jim Vale

November 29, 2012

Mike was a wonderful member of the last graduating class of Nazareth Hall high school. He will be sorely missed. Our prayers are with Lee and family during this time of mourning. Andy O'Brien.

November 28, 2012

Lee, I'm sorry to hear of Michaels passing and I am praying that you and your family will recieve Gods peace and comfort quickly. I have fond memories of the few times I was able to meet with Michael and I will always be grateful for the time he drove to the sleep lab and greated patients during a staffing crisis! I'm sorry I could not attend the wake or funeral.

Todd Eiken

November 28, 2012

Lee,
I am so very sorry. It was wonderful to see you both at our wedding two years ago. The memories go back many years. He was a cute baby when I held him in my arms to be baptized. My thoughts and love go out to you. I am so sorry to be unable to be there with you, but we are coming to Minneapolis on Saturday and I will call you then. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat & Paul Peterson

November 28, 2012

Lee - We know how hard this time is for you and how lonely your house is. Mike was a wonderful neighbor and friend - we will miss him very much. But we all know he is at peace and pain free now. Please let us know if there is anyway we can help - even if its only a shoulder to cry on or a hug needed. Sandy & Del

Sandy Wanner

November 28, 2012

Michael was a beautiful spirit - May God give you his comfort and love.

Lucy Williams

November 28, 2012

My mother Ruth, sister Cyril, and I would like to extend our sympathies to Janet, Carol, and the rest of Mike's family. It sounds like he had a rough battle. Remembering the good times on 50th and York.

Toby Michalson

November 28, 2012

Michael was a geat brother-in-law and will be truely missed, take care little sister.

Kathy Jorgensen

November 28, 2012

Julie Caligiuri

November 27, 2012

Lee; We're so glad we got to see Michael a few years ago when we visited relatives around MN and Wisc.

Jim and Esther Kalitowski

November 27, 2012

It was good to see you again Lee but I wish it was under better circum stances .I hope in some small way I made Michael more comfortable the day before he died .Both Christy & I offer you are deepest sympathies at your loss
Love John & Christy Davis

November 27, 2012

Lee ~

My deepest sympathies for your loss of Michael. I didn't know him very well, but you and I spent a great deal of time together at Blessed Sacrament and I know your heart must be breaking.

You are in my thoughts and prayers,

Tracy Vener

November 27, 2012

Lee We are so sorry we cannot be with you on Thursday. Jim and I send our love and sympathy. Sallie and Jim

Jim and Sallie Stoltman

November 26, 2012

I am so sorry to learn of Mike's passing and that he had been ill for so long. We both worked at Blessed Sacrament in the late 70's and shared many laughs and good times together. He was a good man and a good friend. My prayers for Mike's family and friends.

Mike Rush

November 26, 2012

Dear Lee,

Russ and I would like to express our sympathy to you and your families. He was a wonderful person and such a kind soul. We know that he will be missed by many.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dee Foutch and Russell Erickson

November 26, 2012

Dear Lee,
I'm so sorry Michael passed away, he struggled so much for so long. you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

I wish you peace,
Sharon

Sharon Hansen

November 26, 2012

Lee, I am so sorry for your loss.
Love, Elaine

November 26, 2012

May Michael be at peace after fighting an 8-year battle with cancer. He lived his life with dignity and humility and we will miss his gentle spirit and compassionate soul. Michael married us 31 years ago and was a guiding presence throughout our lives. We thank him for his unconditional love and support. We will cherish the good times and remember with fondness evenings of laughter, sharing our hopes and dreams over popcorn and sometimes even scotch. With a heavy heart, we say goodbye for now, but know that we will see him again. Save a place for us dear friend. With much love, Tamra, Rick, Michael, and Michelle Anderson

Tamra Anderson

November 26, 2012

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