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MICHAEL PAWK Obituary
MICHAEL L.
Of Butler, Pennsylvania, died on Tuesday, October 7, 2014, at the age of 75. He was the beloved son of the late Michael "Ike" and Marie Markiw Pawk. Michael is survived by his sister, Barbara Pupi; his children, Michele Pawk (John), Michael J. Pawk (Georgia), Laura Santora (Donald), Matthew L. Pawk (Marci), and his fiancee, Dora L. Bailey. Michael also had 11 grandchildren, Maxwell Pawk, Cassandra Pawk, Victoria Pawk, Elyssandra Santora, James Santora, Avangeline Santora, Donald "Tripp" Santora, Jack Dossett, Olivia Pawk, Gabrielle Pawk, and Isabella Pawk. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra. He was a graduate of Butler High School, Grove City College, and the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry. He served honorably as a lieutenant in the United States Army in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He maintained a successful dental practice in Butler for over 30 years. He was a proud founder of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, which helped reduce the use of mercury in dentistry. After the passing of his father, "Ike," he owned and managed the Lyndora Hotel. He was a member of the Masons. He was born and raised in Lyndora, Pennsylvania. He was extremely proud of his Ukrainian heritage, and enjoyed teaching his grandchildren the art of Ukrainian egg painting (pysanka). He was a voracious reader and enjoyed gardening, working in his yard, and listening to rhythm and blues music. He also sponsored many local bowling teams. Although proud of all of his children's and grandchildren's accomplishments, he especially enjoyed attending plays and musicals in which his daughter, Michele, performed. Friends will be received from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2014, at GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME, 201 East Cunningham Street, Butler, Pennsylvania. The Memorial Service will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Butler VNA Inpatient Hospice at 115 Technology Drive, Butler, Pennsylvania 16001.
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Georgia Sawhook
October 2, 2020
You are missed dear cousin. On our visits home to Butler, the Hotel is not the same without you and your smile and personality. You would be proud of how well your children are caring and running the Hotel though.. They are great!!!
Jenny Avery
November 4, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Pawk Family. Michael you will be truly missed by all your friends at the IAOMT
25th Anniversary Meeting in Las Vegas 2009
Farrah Brennan
October 31, 2014
The Academy is saddened at the loss of one of our founding members. A true pioneer in the fight against mercury in dentistry, and forever dedicated to the IAOMT. His presence will be missed at our meetings, and the nice conversations over the phone. Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. May you find comfort in all the nice memories, and words that are being shared here. With love, IAOMT, Colleagues and Friends
Mrs Helen A. DeRose
October 10, 2014
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father...Our thoughts and prayers are with Micheal's family. The DeRose Family
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Kate Bowers
October 10, 2014
Michelle, Mike, and Laura. I just heard of the loss of your dad and am so sorry. Everyone loved your dad, including me. He was always so kind to me when we spoke and so funny. He and my dad were great friends, as you know. The last time I saw your dad I shared with him a story about how my dad used to tell me when I was a small child that he was going to his Psychology Club when he would occasionally leave our house at night. I asked what that was, and he said he and all his friends would get together and listen to each other's stories and help each other out. In reality, he was going to the Hotel! Your dad loved that story. He will be so missed. I see so much of him in you, though. He always had so many stories about you and was so proud of you all and loved you so much. I used to hear him talking with my dad, which is how I know this. Your dad was a great person, and I'm so glad to have known him. Sending lots of love to all of you at this difficult time. May perpetual light shine upon him.
Glenn Hutchison
October 10, 2014
My deepest sympathy, Mike was a joy to be with.
Frank Komitsky Jr
October 10, 2014
I first met Mike in the first grade at Lyndora School and later attended Butler High and Grove City College with him. I made a point to see him down at the Lyndora Hotel every time I visited Butler through the years. I will miss him greatly, Butler and Lyndora will never be the same to me. My deepest heartfelt condolences to Dora and Mike's entire family.
Charles and Jeanne Oczypok
October 9, 2014
Dear Dora and Michael's family.
We are saddened with your loss of a fine father and fiancé. He will always be remembered for his kind heart and friendship. He was very proud of his children and their accomplishments. We are very sorry we could not attend his viewing today. May God Bless all of you.
Bill Walker
October 9, 2014
Mike was a wonderful boss, colleague, partner, and friend over the past 34 years. He was a great dentist, but a greater person. Please accept our deepest sympathy, he will be missed.
Bill & Debbie Walker and family
Mack McNabb
October 9, 2014
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was a great guy, and always had a kind word. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy & Dick Gillespie
October 9, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Pawk family and Dora. He was so proud of all of you.
Gail Thompson
October 9, 2014
Dear Pawk Family,
So sorry for your loss. You all have my deepest sympathy.
God Bless,
Gail ( Lyndora Hotel )
Bette & Tom Norris
October 9, 2014
To the family of my dear dear friend, our deepest sympathies. I will forever remember all of our trips, holidays, and happy memories we had together.
Love
Bette King Norris & Tom
Ken Rankin
October 9, 2014
Mike was friend and colleague for 50 years. His outstanding dedication to family, dentistry and philosophy of life was the ultimate legacy. Mike was loved by all those whose lives he touched and will be greatly missed.
Liz Mockapetris
October 9, 2014
Dear Pawk Children and families,
My sincere condolences on your loss. He certainly raised some wonderful children (along with your mother, of course). My thoughts are with you at this time. Best regards, Liz (Barnhart) Mockapetris.
Terry and Josie Bowman
October 8, 2014
Sorry to hear of your loss.
PHIL CROUSE
October 8, 2014
TO THE PAWK FAMILY
MY SINCERE SYMPATHY ON YOUR LOSS.HE WAS A TRUE GENTLEMAN!
Gary and Stephanie Zinman
October 8, 2014
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was a very personal person and a wonderful dentist. We extend our deepest sympathies to all. May your many happy memories of him sustain you during your days and years ahead.
diane lally
October 8, 2014
Mike and family, You have our deepest sympathy. So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Diane Lally and family
The summer of 2012 with Mike, me and 2 of our other cousins.
Georgia Oczypok Sawhook
October 8, 2014
To my precious cousin Mike's family.. my heart and prayers are with you all. Mike was always so sweet to me. I was his 'little' cousin and he always treated me with such respect. He even sent me goose eggs so I could make pysanky out of them. I will miss his big warm smile and hug. Love you Mike.. Thanks for many memories.
October 8, 2014
Our deepest, heartfelt sympathy to the Pawk family in the loss of someone so dear to your hearts. In reading his obituary, he was obviously an honorable individual and someone that I would have loved to have known, sharing our mutual love of gardening. Although he is gone from this earth, you will carry the fondest of memories of him forever. Cathy & John Pelusi
Larry McElwain
October 8, 2014
The Pawk Family,
You have my deepest sympathy in the passing of Mike. Many years have passed but I will always remember him fondly.
Michael/ Dee Dee Newcaster
October 8, 2014
May we express our deepest sympathy to the families of Michael. He was a man who you never forgot, once you met him. He always had a smile & a warm hello for all of us who had the fortune to know him for so many years. May he Rest In Peace.
October 8, 2014
Dear Mike & Michelle: I am sorry to read of the passing of your dad. Please accept my sympathies on your loss. - Jeff Pollock, Esq., Sq. Hill
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