Michael Gramlich 1953 2020 Michael Gramlich, 66, passed away unexpectedly August 3, 2020. Born September 29, 1953 in Kansas City, MO to Joseph R. "Russ" and Dorothy Gramlich. Mike was a graduate of Southwest High School and Rockhurst College. He started his career in industrial and commercial real estate in 1976. Mike and his brother John enjoyed a 30-year, successful business career together, which started with Terrydale Realty Trust one of the nation's first publicly traded REITS founded by their father, Russ Gramlich, in 1956. Mike was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, John Gramlich. Survivors include his children, Brian P. Gramlich, Sarah E. (Joseph) Arpaia and Paige M. (Jordan) White; grandchildren, Grace Arpaia, Elaine White and a 3rd grandchild soon; sisters, Peggy Baker, Barbara Gramlich and Mary Chigos; a brother, William ("Billy") Gramlich; several nieces and nephews. Anyone who knew Mike was aware he enjoyed golfing, was devoted Catholic, and loved being around friends and family. Visitation will be 11am to 1 pm Friday, August 7th at Cure of Ars Church, 9401 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS 66206 followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 1 pm. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to KS Special Olympics. Link for the live stream and condolences may be expressed to the family at www.muehlebachchapel.com.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Aug. 6, 2020.

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Cathy Bukaty Peterson

August 10, 2020

Dear Gramlich family,
What a kind, gentle soul Mike was. Like Bill Unland, I knew Mike at Regis College in the 70s. Occasionally he would open his father's penthouse at the Petroleum Bldg in downtown Denver to many of us to gather on weekends. It's interesting that those memories still remain so vivid, even though our paths crossed for such a brief time in our youth. I'm glad that I knew him. Mike was a true gentleman.

Sharon and Sally Smart

August 8, 2020

Dear Peggy, Barbara and family, we are sorry to learn of the death of Michael. We wish we could have been at the funeral, but we were with you in spirit. Sharon
I, Sally, have fond memories of Mike as a fun and kind person at Visitation Grade School. So sorry for your loss. Sally

Susie Wolf

August 7, 2020

Sending my love and prayers to all the family in this time of your loss. As a friend of John and Valerie, getting to know Peggy over the years, I send blessings .

Bill Unland

August 7, 2020

To the Family of Mike. You have my condolences over the Passing of Mike. I knew Mike when attending Regis College in the Seventies, and coincidently I am a member of the Cure of Ars. Occasionally ran into Mike after Mass, and he always had a friendly hello and a smile on face. The Gramlich Family will be in may Prays. God Bless

Sister Ann Landers, CSJ

August 7, 2020

Dear Peggy, Barbara and all of your family,
Be assured of my prayers. Hold Michael's memory by telling the stories.
Sincerely,
Sister Ann Landers, CSJ

Bob Bono

August 6, 2020

My deepest sympathy to Brian, Sarah and Paige, and to Mike's siblings--Peggy, Barbara, Billy, and Mary-a wonderful family. Mike was a very congenial and welcoming person-always a ready smile. He will be missed. Prayers for all!

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Miles & Joan Quijas

August 6, 2020

Brian, Sarah, and Paige,
We are truly saddened with your great loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike was a devoted father.
I could not have thanked Mike enough for the year our boys basketball team needed a coach.
Rest In Peace Mike

Brian Hanrahan

August 5, 2020

Mike was a terrific person who always treated me like family in my younger years. Brian, Sarah, and Paige my thoughts are with you.

Gary and Lynn Hanrahan

August 5, 2020

Mike was a great man and a good friend. Brian, Sarah, and Paige our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Timothy Hayes

August 5, 2020

Mike always tried beating me at Tennis, and I never came close to him in Golf; but we had a great time trying... lots of great memories from grade school, on...

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Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Cure of Ars Church

9401 Mission Rd, Leawood, MO

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7

Mass of Christian Burial

1:00 p.m.

Cure of Ars Church

9401 Mission Rd, Leawood, MO

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