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Michael POLAND Obituary

POLAND, Michael L. Mike Poland, age, 64, of Los Angeles and formerly, Evanston, IL died suddenly at home on October 5, 2011. He is survived by his children, Kelly and Taylor; granddaughter, Abigail; brother Bill (Lynn); sister Mary Ann; and many dear friends. He attended Loyola Academy, Wilmette, IL and the University of Southern California. He was a standout swimmer and avid golfer. His work career spanned 40+ years in the insurance business. His unmatched zest for life and contagious laugh will be missed by all. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 5th at 9:30 am, Loyola Academy Chapel, 1100 Laramie, Wilmette, IL 60091. Interment is private. A celebration of his life will be held in Los Angeles at a later date. In lieu of flowers please direct donations to Loyola Academy Swimming or the Evans Scholarship Foundation, 1 Briar Road, Golf, IL 60029. Please visit our website www.cabotandsosnfh.com

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Oct. 14 to Oct. 16, 2011.

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November 5, 2011

Dear Polands
We send our deepest sympathies, and regrets that we were unable to attend the service at Loyola. We remember many great times and laughs growing up with Mike. Between rounds of golf at EGC, and double dating as kids, Mike has always been considered part of our life.
Our prayers are with you.
Carol and Tom Fitzgerald

Eileen Bradley

October 27, 2011

Dear Bill, Lynn and Mary Ann, Kelly and Taylor,
Our deepest sympathies to you on the loss of Mike. We had so many fun times with Mike through the years. The trip to Chicago ( where we realized our parents knew each other in Cleveland), times in La Quinta when both Kelly and Taylor were young, on and off the golf course..Mike always knew how to have fun including papering our condo about 16 years ago. We will miss him.
Love, Eileen and Jack Bradley

Carol Parks

October 18, 2011

I remember Mike as a very kind and gentle man with a big laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

With love,

Carol

lori siegel

October 16, 2011

Mary,

My deepest sympathies on your loss and my prayers are with you.

Lori

Nancy Ann Treiman

October 15, 2011

Michaeal L. Poland taught me the key to life was to find happiness through humor. His joy of life and love of people taught me so very much. Mike adored his friends, family, and co-workers. He had a heart of gold, and paid attention to everyone everyday of his life. He was by far one of the greatest friends and teachers I will ever have in my lifetime. Thank you for being one of the greatest men I ever knew. He left me a lifetime of memories, and for that I am grateful. I will cherish our friendship throughout eternity. Love, Nancy

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