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Samuel Michael Obituary

Samuel Michael, 78, Rockford, went to be with his Lord & Savior on Wednesday, November 19, 2003. Born September 12, 1925 in Chicago, IL. Son of Daniel and Naomi Myerson Michael. Married Monica Erlandsson in 1979 in Evanston, IL. Sam received his BA and MA from DePaul and his PHD from The University of Chicago. He was a psychologist with the Chicago Board of Education for over 40 years. Member of the Chicago Psychological Association. Survivors include wife, Monica; daughter, Elisabeth Michael, son, David Michael; daughter from previous marriage Mary Ann; sisters, Rachael Michael, Jean (Sidney) Hirsch and Valerie Michael, brothers, Michael (Sylvia) Michael, Gabriel Michael and Neil Michael; mother-in-law, Britta Erlandsson; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by parents. Memorial service will be at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, November 24, 2003, at Bethesda Covenant Church, 2101 E. State Street, Rockford. No visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family. Arrangements by Fred C. Olson Funeral Chapels, Ltd., East Chapel, 1001 Second Avenue, Rockford.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 22, 2003.

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Ada Pechter

November 25, 2003

Dear Monica & Family,

As a former Zenith acquaitance I enjoyed visiting with Sam and speaking with you several times. My deepest condolensences to you all. You are in my prayers.

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