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Michael W Bieszczat
Dec. 05, 1947 - Aug. 14, 2021
MUNSTER, IN - Michael W. Bieszczat passed away on August 14, 2021. Mike, a veteran of the US Army, was born on December 5, 1947 in Hammond, IN. He graduated from Gavit High School in Hammond and South Dakota State. He retired from O.K. Fasteners.
Mike is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 51 years, Kathryn; his daughters: Jennifer Zack (Ron) and Sara Bieszczat; his granddaughters: Ava and Callie Zack. He is also survived by his loving sister Rosemary Rivera (Bieszczat), who was a huge part of his life and whom he loved dearly.
Mike was an avid golfer, loved IU sports, and was a die-hard Chicago Bears fan. He loved spending time and vacationing with friends and family and enjoyed all activities involving his granddaughters.
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 9770 Keilman St., St. John, IN, with services to follow at 11:00 a.m..

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Danielle
September 1, 2021
Mike was a sweetheart! He was one of our clients at Senior Care Insurance. He was always a pleasure to work with! Always patient and kind when he brought things to the office for me to work on. Very nice guy. Our condolences to the family!
Norman Stevens
August 26, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. He was one of the nicest guys in our Gavit Class of 66! My heart goes out to Kathy and his family!
Sally (Kudelka) Coffin
August 26, 2021
My deepest sympathy to you, Kathy, and your family.
Mark N. Lundgren
August 26, 2021
I offer my deepest sympathies and condolences on Michael's passing to his wife, Kathy (whom I've known since grade school), and to his family and friends.
Mike was my high school classmate and football team mate. Along with our classmates, I mourn his passing.
Sincerely,
Mark N. Lundgren
Co-Chair
GHS Class of '66 Reunion Association
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Carol D. Wilson
August 25, 2021
Kathy, My sincerest sympathies to you and your daughters. I feel your pain and hope that you take comfort in your memories and your children. My love, Carol
Kathy Courtney Gunderson
August 23, 2021
I am so saddened to hear of Mike's death. Kathy, much love and condolences to you and your family.
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