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Joseph Michalski Obituary
MICHALSKI, Joseph Raymond Joseph Raymond Michalski, 23, of Newington, died on Sunday (June 20, 2004). He was the beloved son of Joseph and Patricia (Senk) Michalski, of Newington. Born in Hartford, Joe was a lifelong Newington resident and a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Newington. In 1999, he graduated from Newington High School and in 2003 from the University of New Haven with a Bachelor Degree in Arson Investigation and Fire Sciences. Joe was employed by R & M Towing, Newington. He was a volunteer firefighter with the Newington Volunteer Fire Dept and was a licensed EMT. While growing up, he was a Cub Scout, Boy Scout and a Police Explorer. As his last gift to help others, Joe gave the gift of life by participating in the tissue and organ donation program. Along with his parents, he leaves his beloved brother, Christopher Michalski and Chris's friend Erin Kilray, both of Newington; his maternal grandmother, Sophia Senk, of New Britain; his two uncles, Joseph Senk, of New Britain, Raymond Senk and his wife, Annette, of Anchorage, AK; his aunt, Patricia Duda and her husband Slavomir; and cousin Steven Duda, all of New Britain. He will be greatly missed by his entire family and all of his dear friends, especially his long-time friend, Jennifer Tagle and friend Michelle Napolitano. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Joseph P. Michalski, Sr., Helen Michalski, and Joseph Senk, Sr. His funeral procession will begin on Friday, 9 a.m. at the Newington Memorial Funeral Home, 20 Bonair Ave., Newington. Fellow firefighters will form a guard of honor as they escort him past Newington Fire Dept. Co. No. 2 on the way to his funeral service, which will begin at 10 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 124 Maple Hill Ave., Newington, with the Rev. Jane White-Hassler officiating. Interment will be in West Meadow Cemetery, Newington. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Thursday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Newington Memorial. Memorial donations may be made to Newington Volunteer Fire Dept., 1485 Main St., Newington, CT 06111. To share a memory with the family, please visit us at www.newingtonmemorial.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Michalski
Carol Miller-Pekrul
June 29, 2004
Pat, Joe and Chris,
I was truly shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of Joe. As parents we have so many hopes and dreams for our children and to have their life shortened heightens our grief. Joe was a true traveler, a gift of a young man touching many lives along the way with his all too short time on earth. Take comfort in the fact that like a pebble in the stream, the ripples of his life spread far and wide to set an example of what a wonderful son, brother and friend he was. He will be missed by many. My heartfelt prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mark de Loureiro
June 28, 2004
Joey, as we go through life, some of us have friends. You and I, well. . . just as you said "we should have been brothers." Man it is just so hard. The memories will always be there no matter what, your smile, laugh, and presence brightened anyone's day. From Explorer Academy to to the day I interduced you to the towing industry, we had so many fun times. I still remember the first Towtruck we rolled in up at Eastern CT and how from that moment on You were "hooked on towing." From our Mountain Bike excusions to Four-Wheeling my old Ranger in the lot in back of R&M and where ever else we could drive it into. The trouble and havoc were just trifles of our imagination and products of our bordem and curiosity. I am so glad to have been part of your life as a friend and hope you guide me from up above for the rest of mine. I will miss you dearly. . .MAY GOD BLESS YOU AS YOU BLESSED US! Rest in Peace.
Mr. and Mrs. Michalski, Chris, family and fellow friends of Joey,
My sincere condolences and memories are equally shared. As short as time allowed, we all have the great memories of Joey to remember. He always found ways to brighten our days and amaze us. His love for everything he enjoyed is what made him great all around. I will miss him and remember him always in my heart.
Just as he was always there for me, If you need anything I will try and help out.
Truely Yours,
Mark de Loureiro
(860)209-1226
Ron Felton
June 25, 2004
Joe- I will miss you beeping and flashing all your lights trying to get my attention while I work in the yard, I find myself looking at the corner from time to time hoping to see you sitting their in your wrecker. I was your Lieutenant for a short time while you were in Company #1 and did my best to watch over you, Maybe now you can watch over my brothers and I. LT31/NFD
Bill Kelly
June 25, 2004
To the parents&Chris I Missed the services. My heart felt sympathy
I hope time will help you get thru the sadness. No words can soften the hurt your living with today. I'm thinking of your family. I'm so sorry hear this happen. Heart felt sadness Bill Kelly
Karen Lemieux
June 24, 2004
Dear Pat, Joe, and Chris,
It is with a heavy heart that we write this entry. The years pass so quickly. It seems just yesterday that we lived across the street and Joey would be over playing with Jer. We would often comment on memories past and wondering what your family has been up to and how the boys have grown. We express our deepest sympathies to your family at your time of morning. May you find strength and comfort in your family and friends. ~ Our Deepest Condolensces ~ The Lemieux Family ~ Karen, Katie, and Jeremy
Matt Pasqurell
June 24, 2004
Joe, You were awsome, always in high spirits seemed like nothing could bring you down. You will always be remembered. Rest in peace buddy. Good-luck to the Michalski family and friends.
Kristin Donlin
June 23, 2004
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Joe's family and friends. He was such a nice person. Unlike most of you, I didn't have the opportunity to get to meet him until the end of my senior year at NHS, but he definitely made a lasting impression on me...one that even carried on to UNH during some long and grueling fire science classes. I'll never forget how he made everyone laugh, especially me. He will be missed!
The Fritz Family
June 23, 2004
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Kelly Laskowski
June 23, 2004
My heart breaks for the Michalski family. I had the pleasure of growing up with Joey as neighbors and graduating with him. He was always such a nice person and I will always have the memories of playing kickball in the circle with him. My prayers go out for Joey and that he may rest in peace. I pray that God gives Joey's family and friends the strength during this horrible time of grief.
Tom and Karen Rodjenski
June 23, 2004
From all of Joes friends here at R&M Auto Services,we would like to extend our support and prayers to Joes family.As we go through life we have the opportunity to make contact with many people.When I met Joe it did not take long to realize he was one of the "good" guys.He will be missed not only as an employee but more importantly as a friend.Rest in peace Joe
JAMES MCQUEENEY
June 23, 2004
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Joe's family and friends he will be missed dearly.
Lindsay Christensen
June 23, 2004
How exactly do you continue to go on without someone with whom you spent a solid two months of quality time? Between the never ending laughs, weekend Cape trips, countless nights out for dinner and off-roading adventures, and softball games with Joe cheering us on...I can't even begin to describe how much I miss him. He loved life, his durango, and Michelle to no end....and you can't replace someone like that. I know he's out there watching over us all, so hey Joe--paint me a birmingham.
June 22, 2004
Dear Joe,
I don't know what to say we were in school together but never met.
Then in November 2003 we met for the first time at what else but a Towing Class to become Certified in driving a tow truck. Yeah! I just remember us hitting it off right from the start. We had two long days of training and you were there to keep me going and keep me laughing. Talking about anything from Dodges are the best truck ever, how country music is the only way, and your new cowboy hat made of sheep skin either way we had a great time and I just wanted to say if it wasn't for you I wouldn't have made it though that class.
I will miss you and I'm sorry we only had a short time to know each other.I will think of you always and pray that Jesus will be with you always.
Love,
melanie
Karen Valfer
June 22, 2004
Joe- You were such a great friend and were always there to listen to me when I needed you. You always had a smile and always knew what to say to make someone feel better. You were a great neighbor and I am going to miss you. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. R.I.P.
Tara Ahern and family
June 22, 2004
As Joe's neighbor and friend I've had the honor throughout the last fifteen years or so to hear his humorous stories and jokes. I will truly miss his smile. Joe is greatly missed already, and our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
The Lessard Family
June 22, 2004
I had the pleasure of working with Joe at R&M and on the NVFD. He always had a smile on his face and will be missed greatly. My family sends our deepest sympathies to the Michalski family.
Jen Patriss
June 22, 2004
Joe was a caring guy with a smile for everyone he met. He will be greatly missed.
Joann Pappaceno
June 22, 2004
Pat, Joe and Chris,
I am so saddened to hear about Joey. I will truly miss him and his sense of humor . He was a real friend to Nick and there will be a big void in his life now. I just keep thinking that he is with "Gramma Nick" right now and when she is done giving him a piece of her mind, they will take good care of each other.
With much sympathy and sadness,
"Auntie Jo"
Lindsay Benson
June 22, 2004
Joe was such a wonderful person. He always had a smile on his face whenever I saw him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. He will be forever missed.
Officers & Members of NFD Company 4
June 22, 2004
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning
Bobby Almeida
June 22, 2004
joe was always like a brother to me, in high school we did a lot of fun stuff together. he was the one to take me to my first concert at the webster theater to go see ICP. we always had a blast when we were hangin out, whether it was drivin around town in the hooptee gray cutlas sierra, blastin those huge speakers he had in the back, drivin around with the T's off in the Monte, or even just chillin at one of our houses just hangin out. we always had a blast, he was like a brother to me, and i will never forget him for all the fun and joy he brought into my life. he will be deeply deeply missed by me as well as my family who he also always had smiling when he came around. I'll miss ya bro...be good up there.
Kym Schuberth-LeBrun
June 22, 2004
Joe, i will never forget the smile on your face when I let you drive my 1997 camaro when it was brand new. You could not believe I let you drive it,,why not, its just a car, but you love'd it, pulling up next to your friends on the pike saying "hey look at me now in this car!" You were so happy that day and I will remember you like that forever. Keep driving in Heaven, they needed another smiling face and Angel. LOL RIP, Kym
Sean and Stacey Maher
June 22, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to the Michalski Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know that Joe will be greatly missed by all of us at R&M.
Jessica Roy
June 22, 2004
Not only have my thoughts been with Joe’s family and friends in this time of sorrow, but I’ve reflected on the memories that I have of him from times we spent together in high school. The years may have passed but as many of these thoughtful remembrances state, the kindness and humor that I remember of Joe never did. I am grateful that our paths at one time crossed, and that I was able to enjoy his loving and cheerful personality. Mine and my family’s prayers go out to Joe’s family and friends.
Ben Sullivan
June 22, 2004
Sympathy to the Michalski family for there loss. I knew Joe from high school and scouts. Roomed with him on the middle school Washington D.C. trip. What a character he was, always making you smile. He will be deeply missed.
Harriet Roman
June 22, 2004
Dear Pat,Joe and Chris,
There are no words to express the sadness we feel - only tears - too many of them. "Little Joe" was like another son to me and my family; always available to help anyone in need. I will miss so much about him especially his boisterous laugh. A young life lost will always present unanswered questions, but know that he will always live on in the hearts of those who loved him. He will be forever with us in spirit, mind and thought. May God hold all of you close to his heart and bless you all, and "Little Joe" too.
Love,
Harriet, Nick and Chris Roman and Auntie Jo too.
Amy Parks
June 22, 2004
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers go out to Joe's family and other friends. I will always remember Joe for his beautiful smile, and kind words. He was a special person, who will be always missed.
Jason Cugno
June 22, 2004
Joe was my partner in crime since grammar school. There is no doubt in my mind that he has made an impact on so many lives and it is difficult to believe this has happened. Joe will be greatly missed by my family and most importantly, me.
Jamie Kelleher
June 22, 2004
I had the great pleasure of meeting Joe at UNH and remained friends with him through out the years. He left us with great memories and he will be deeply missed. My prayers are with Joe's family and friends.
Barbara Almeida
June 22, 2004
Dearest Joe:
Your bright smile, your wit, your friendship and your humor will all be missed, especially by my Bobby. You were his best friend, taught him to drive and how to have fun. The angels will welcome you with open arms and we will miss you forever.
Your friend,
Barbara
James (Jamie) Michalski
June 22, 2004
It's a time like this that I hate being away from Family. Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to the whole Family at this time of Sorrow. You all are Forever in our Hearts and Thoughts............... Jamie & his Partner Fred
Allison Hyde
June 22, 2004
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the Michalski family and friends in the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Allison Hyde
Cindy&Fred lynn
June 22, 2004
We understand. We lost our 6 year old son last May, he also was an organ donor. Our children show us such beauty in life and when they leave us to grieve that beauty seems lost too, the light of Joe's smile will fill the darkest places in your heart. Peace comes in the knowledge that the gift of life was brought to another family and the recipients. We are here and will hold your family near to our hearts.
Joy Sanzo
June 22, 2004
Joe was such an amazing person. It is so hard to put into words what he meant to not only me, but to everyone whose life he touched. I consider it a great honor to have known Joe. He was always there for me whenever I needed him: A true friend. I love him dearly for that. My thoughts and especially my prayers go out to Joe's entire family.
Anne Lundgren & family
June 22, 2004
Pat,Joe and Chris... our whole family sends our deepest sympathy. I just spoke to Chris when I ran into him where he works at the pet place on Friday and we caught up on what the families were doing. Then Sunday to get the call from Neil!!!!!!.... Could not believe it.
The unbearable pain of losing a child.... Too, too young.
Stephen could not believe it nor Alicia. Charlie thought so well of Joey too and Joey was always "johnny on the spot" when we were having such a time with the van.
We'll always remember that infectious smile or your dear son.
My prayers every day for all of you. May you get some comfort in knowing how many people care and are deeply saddened by this great loss.
PS Can't you see Joey and Kotch keeping heaven "Alive and Hopping" with those 2 up there?? :)
Anne
June 22, 2004
Joe was a caring person and good friend for many years. He will be missed by us all.
Bryan, Chris and Al Goff
Melissa White
June 22, 2004
I just want to say that any time that I spoke with him he always had a smile on his face! He was very talented in all that he has done! My greatest sympothy goes out to the family! He had a lot to offer the community and he will always be remembered!
Jeremy Chojnicki
June 22, 2004
Joe was a great guy. He had a great personality and sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
John Kyle
June 22, 2004
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
Member of Co#1
Ryan Vicino and Family
June 22, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Michalski Family and Tagle Family.
Lisa Rivard-Brewer
June 22, 2004
One of the hardest things to do is to say goodbye to someone as special as Joe. I feel blessed to have known him and to have been one of his friends. Our lives will be filled with the memories he helped to make over the years. My deepest sympathies go out to his family during this time of sorrow.
Kristen Lee
June 22, 2004
My most sincere condolences go out to Joe's family. I'm deeply saddened to hear of Joe's passing. I knew Joe from High School, he was a very sweet guy and always happy to see you. I will miss him very much. My boyfriend Brian was in scouts with Joe when they were younger, and he remembers all the fun they had together in scouts. We feel fortunate to have known Joe and that we are blessed to have had him in our lives. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Officers & Members of NFD Company 2
June 22, 2004
You will be missed by all of your "family" at NFD. May you rest in peace.
Newington Memorial Funeral Home
June 22, 2004
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
Bruce Chambers
June 21, 2004
I Wish to express my deepest sympathies to all of Joe's family and friends. I had the benefit of being Joe's roomate and beloved friend during his years at UNH. He will sorely be missed, and never forgotten
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