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Michael Shikany Obituary
Indianapolis - 97, of Indianapolis, passed away October 6, 2019. He was born June 16, 1922 in Michigan City, Indiana, son of Assad and Latifa Ossy Shikany. Mike was known as the "Mayor of Downey". He was a Master Sergeant serving in the U. S. Army for 23 years, retiring in 1964, and also working for Indiana Surgical for 23 years, retiring in 1987. He was a member of Little Flower Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus Fatima Council. Mike is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Pauline Erb Shikany, daughters Marie Shikany, Paula Shikany, son Father Paul Shikany, sister-in-law Martha Roesch, brother-in-law Erwin Erb, and a beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday, October 10 at St. Paul Hermitage, from 2 - 4 pm and Friday, October 11 at Feeney Hornak Shadeland Mortuary, from 4 - 8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be at Little Flower Catholic Church, Saturday, October 12 at 11 am, with visitation an hour before the mass. Entombment will be at Calvary Cemetery. Memorials in Mike's name may be made to Little Flower Catholic Church or St. Paul Hermitage. Mike leaves a legacy of never meeting a stranger, always lighting up a room when he entered and living life to the fullest. Tributes may be made at www.feeneyhornakshadeland.com.
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for Michael Shikany
Mariam Kobos
October 2, 2020
It's hard to believe a year has passed. I still miss you and love you and you are forever in my heart. I'm sure you are at peace and now you can enjoy the company of Philip with you.
Love, your niece Mariam
Marlene and Bill Scharbrough
October 12, 2019
So sorry to hear. May you rest in peace
Jim Lathrop
October 10, 2019
Dear Shikany Family, I have wonderful memories of Michael and the entire Shikany Family. All of the neighbors on Downey Street were like one big family and watched out for each other and took care of each other. They were especially close to the Clifford family and many of them are now together again. Michael was a wonderful man, sometimes a bit outspoken, but he had a great heart and a great smile. I will miss him. My prayers are with all of you.
Tim Larner
October 10, 2019
So Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I worked with Mike at Indiana Surgical for many years. Such a good man. He was always ready to help customers and take control when needed. He was a good friend to our family.
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October 10, 2019
Remembering your great love story today and always.
Janie Brown
October 9, 2019
Dear Shikany Family,
This is such a sad time, and our hearts go out to you. I am glad that we have many happy memories of times spent with your family. Your Dad never failed to make us smile, lift us up and really just show so much interest and concern about how we were doing. And he also never failed to call us out when he fell asleep in front of the TV and we switched it over to MTV! "Girls, I was watchin' that!!"
Love you all,
Janie
Valerie Eaglin and Lorraine Keglovits
October 9, 2019
Fr. Paul, so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. Sending prayers for your entire family, that God will comfort you in your grief, and welcome your Father home.
Bob & Linda MvFarlane
October 9, 2019
Condolences and Prayers for your Peace and Comfort. Michael, as did St Paul, has completed the race and won!
Mariam Kobos
October 8, 2019
Dear Aunt Pauline, Paul, Marie, and Paula, I'm sending my heartfelt sympathy to you. I loved my Uncle so much even though I didn't stay in touch as I should've. He was a wonderful person and so much fun. I have fond memories of when you all would come and stay at Willard Ave. I felt bad when they ended after my mom passed. I wished I could've been more available to you when you would stop in MC but I'm glad I had the chance to have lunch with you on your way to Chicago that one day. I enjoyed that so much. I pray God brings you all comfort and that you know that he is in heaven watching over all of us. God bless you all and I'll see you soon. Love, Mariam
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