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MICHAEL BERNACKI Obituary

Michael H. Bernacki, M.D.; beloved husband of Rebecca Mary, nee Olvera; loving father of Michael Henry Bernacki, Jr., Jeffrey (Cindi) Olvera, Robert Gorz and Jennifer (Michael) Hershfield; devoted grandfather of six; dearest son of Armella, nee Bartnicki and the late Henry; fond brother of Gregory Ret. C.P.D. (Laurel), Jerome, Peter, Paul (Donna) and Daniel Bernacki; son-in-law of Ruby and the late Raymond Olvera. Funeral Tuesday, Nov. 9 at 9 a.m. from COLONIAL- WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME , 6250 N. Milwaukee to St. Hedwig Church, Mass 10 a.m. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Diabetes Association a ppreciated. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. 773-774-0366 www.colonialfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 7, 2010.

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November 28, 2010

Michael's Family. I am sorry for your lost. I knew Michael before, when he started to be a Dr. he was the best, honest, funny and caring Man. Years have passed, and I think about him often. You just don't forget a friend like Michael. My deepest sympathy to all. M.P. WI. My Friend Will Be Truely Missed.

Linda McNeight RN Acute Dialysis

November 13, 2010

I met Dr Bernacki for the first time when he and is wonderful wife were at the storage center when they first moved here and they help my new grandson have a beautiful bedroom set fit for a king. I was given the privilage to work with Dr Bernacki though out the years he was at CMH. I will miss him. He leaves a hole that will be hard to fill. Many of us in the Dialysis community will miss his skill. Our thoughts and prayers to his wife and family.

staff member CMHS

November 13, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Dr. Michael Bernacki. He was an excellent surgeon and a wonderful person. He will be truly missed by his friends and staff members at CMHS. Although sadness has taken over know that he is in a better place and is at peace.

Laura Szczepanski

November 12, 2010

I'm so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. Sorry I couldn't make the wake. My deepest sympathies.

Bruce and Sheila Stoehr

November 12, 2010

Mike Bernacki was one of my favorite colleagues going back to our days together in surgical residency in the 1980's. His enthusiam for life and work was contagious, he inspired the people around him to be the best they could be. All of us who knew Mike have fond memories of our unique experiences with him.
My deepest condolences to Becky and the rest of the family, our thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.

November 12, 2010

Doctor Bernacki was my doctor for surgery last year, he saved my life and he was the best doctor anyone could ever want. I send my love and prayers to his family . He will be greatly missed. Deborah Gallagher patient.

Ray and Marcia Grabowski

November 10, 2010

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family and friends at this sad time.

Bonnie Krick

November 9, 2010

Dr Bernacki was a very special, caring and compassionate individual, who took caring for others to a whole new level. He took on surgical cases others would not because of lack of money. His patients will mourn deeply, and he will be missed. Deepest sympathy to the family. ---Staff of Drs V Reddy and M Kumar, Beverly Hills

November 9, 2010

Dear Armella my prayers are with you this day. I will keep your son's family in my prayers as well. I look forward to seeing you in person so that I may console you in any way possible. Claudia T

November 9, 2010

I'm very sad to hear about Mike and my condolences to his family. We were in the same homeroom every year in high school and became good friends. Mike was a great student and fun loving person who I knew was destined for success even then. Although we lost touch after high school, there was always was a strong bond between classmates in our homeroom at Weber. Although I am deeply saddened by his loss, I am happy to learn that he became such an exceptional doctor and an even more exceptional human being.

Ken Pekala

November 8, 2010

Dr. Bernacki was an extremely intelligent, compassionate surgeon. He will be deeply missed.

Surgical staff member, Inverness,Fl.

Dennis Dragon (Ret -CPD)

November 8, 2010

Greg & Entire Bernacki Family:

PLEASE accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your brother. May the Lord comfort all of you in this time of sorrow and may Dr Michael now rest in peace with the Lord our God.

November 8, 2010

Gary and I are terribly sorry to hear the sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Becky. Marti (Spittell) (and Gary) Ziegelbauer

Matty, Beth, & Roman Matusiewicz

November 7, 2010

We are terribly saddened at the loss of cousin Mike. Our thoughts & prayers go out to the entire family and this difficult time.

Ted and Louise Jablonski

November 7, 2010

We are both saddened at the loss of this wonderful husband, son, brother and friend. He will be missed by all. May God bless his family and keep them strong.

Patti Graham

November 7, 2010

My condolences to the entire family and especially to Armella.It is very difficult to go through a loss of a son. May God bless you

Staff Member

November 7, 2010

Dr Bernacki deserves a whole page devoted to him. He was a very talented surgeon, with a great bedside manner. A rare gem.
Staff member at CMHS

Barb Barbnicki

November 7, 2010

We are very sorry that Michael's life was cut so short. He accomplished so many Great Things throghout his short life and helped many people. He will be Greatly Missed and Our Love and Prayers are with him and his Family.
Auntie Barb and Counsin Dan Bartnicki

Sandy Galassi

November 7, 2010

Sandy & Bob Galassi along with entire Galassi Family offer their deepest condolences, thoughts and Prayers to the family of Cousin Michael on the passing of this Great man. May we all be happy in the thought that he is now with his Father, Uncle Dan, Busia, Dziadz and many loving members of the family.

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

November 7, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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