MICHAEL STANKA Obituary
Friends may call at the family-owned MITCHELL-WIEDEFELD FUNERAL HOME INC. 6500 York Rd., (at Overbrook) on Thursday, December 26th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Panikhida Service will be held at 7:00 PM. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 27th at 10:00 AM at Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church 1723 E. Fairmount Ave. Baltimore, MD 21231. Interment in Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Cemetery, Elkridge MD. Please omit flowers. Memorials in his name may be made to Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, Govans Presbyterian Church or Iona Community, Iona Scotland. www.mwfuneralhome.com
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Brian Veit
September 15, 2020
I just became aware of Mike's death today and this weighs heavily. A good man gone too soon. I first met Mike in 1991 when assigned to the Army Pulse Radiation Facility. We were both still fairly junior in our chosen professions. He was a great colleague...competent, energetic, reliable, a good guy to talk to. My condolences to Katherine -- please know that Mike will be remembered in prayer.
Gurvis Davis
January 9, 2020
Michael, I remember us starting out together as Health Physicists. You'll be missed and remembered. Condolences to Katherine and the family. May God Bless you!
Karen Burke
January 6, 2020
I remember conversations with Michael talking about his family and his parents. These conversations are memorable because of the special and emotional way he talked about his family, especially his bond with his father. You will be missed, Michael, for your many fine qualities and humor.
Kim Bowen
January 3, 2020
Michael, you were a true professional, friend and mentor to many and you will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with the Stanka family during this difficult time.
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Joyce Hampshire
December 30, 2019
I found out about Michael's passing from a good mutual friend. Michael was one of the first people I met when I moved to Maryland in 2005. Since we had a Michigan connection we became fast friends. I pray for solace for his family. I know he is in a better place now.
Lisa Silver
December 30, 2019
I am so so sorry for your loss
Lisa Silver
December 30, 2019
I am so so sorry for your loss
Joseph Bucci
December 30, 2019
I was shocked to read of Michael's passing. Michael was smart and devoted to the Soldier as he was to his friends and of course his family. Sincere condolences to all the Stanka family.
Bucci
James Henderson
December 29, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Michael and I worked together at RDECOM HQ.
December 27, 2019
Even as a boy, he was a gentleman through and through...he was a Stanka. On behalf of our entire family, we're wishing you all comfort in this difficult time. Memory Eternal.
Shaheen Shidfar
December 27, 2019
Last year Michael was given a critical role for how the Army was going to change. Without skipping a beat he immediately delegated that to me and Im not sure I have ever been trusted that implicitly in my entire life. He always checked in on us to make sure we were doing ok in our personal and professional lives even after we had moved on. Michael was a great man, a great friend, and a great example of what the world needs. I will miss him dearly.
Bob Green
December 27, 2019
Michael was one of the best guys you'd ever be lucky enough to know and a great credit to our family. He will be truly missed.
MG Cedric T Wins
December 26, 2019
We've lost a tremendous human being and the heaven's gained one special soul with your passing, Michael. You gave your all to helping people, whether it was your CCDC teammates, friends or family. Your incredible smarts, loyalty, candor and great sense of humor are what I'll miss about you. May your family find peace and strength in the special memories of you as a husband and father. Rest easy knowing you ran the good race and fought the good fight. May God bless the Stanka family.
December 26, 2019
I am so so sorry ! Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
God Bless.
The Kosko Family - Ken, Michelle, Kenny, Tyler and Cori
Gary Scott
December 26, 2019
One of the Good Guys, Mr Stanka you will be missed here at the 3 Stones. You always displayed a kindness toward me. My deepest sympathies to the Stanka Family
Sue Goodyear
December 25, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Michael was such a good man. He was such a pleasure to work with while I was at Army Materiel Command and as I moved to Army Futures Command in Austin. He did so much for Soldiers but also helped his team and the people he worked with every day. His passion and dedication to the Army and his job will be missed but most of all we will miss the man. He was a true gentleman and a bright light to all.
Brian Crawford
December 25, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the Stanka family. I had worked for Michael for many years and enjoyed knowing him as a professional and as a friend. My memories of him include: his sense of humor and how he would always exude a boyish grin just before telling a funny story or punchline; his enjoyment of explaining quantum physics theory and formulas and stories about his greatest teachers; his love of good Scotch, the Spartans and the movie Margin Call; and, how he was always quick to correct anyone who called him Mike by proudly saying My mother named me Michael.
God bless those who knew him, loved him, or had the pleasure of his company. I will miss him.
Flowers from Michael's garden
Kimberly Sablon
December 25, 2019
Michael's caring, thoughtful and loving nature touched us all in unexpected ways. He was honest in his interactions and will be missed. To Catherine, you have an extended family at the Army Futures Command. Our thoughts are with you.
LTG Jim Richardson
December 25, 2019
Michael's civil service was impeccable. He was very committed to ensuring that the US Army had the best technology and was instrumental in shaping the science and technology planning process. We did not only lose a beloved colleague, we lost a friend, a great father and husband. On behalf of the Army Futures Command, wishing his family peace and courage to face the days ahead.
Brian Crawford
December 25, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the Stanka family. I had worked for Michael for many years and enjoyed knowing him as a professional and as a friend. My memories of him include: his sense of humor and how he would always exude a boyish grin just before telling a funny story or punchline; his enjoyment of explaining quantum physics theory and formulas and stories about his greatest teachers; his love of good Scotch, the Spartans and the movie Margin Call; and, how he was always quick to correct anyone who called him Mike by proudly saying My mother named me Michael.
God bless those who knew him, loved him, or had the pleasure of his company. I will miss him.
Ravi Thyagarajan
December 25, 2019
Michael, you will be missed. You were a true gentleman to all. Your hard work and perseverance is an example to all of us, your colleagues, friends and family. Sincere condolences from all of your friends at the Army Futures Command in Austin to your family. We will keep them in our prayers.
Ann Cataldo
December 24, 2019
Michael
You were a good friend and a steady support. I will miss you
Ann
Jyuji Hewitt
December 24, 2019
Michael was an outstanding civil servant. His passion, technical expertise and desire to provide our Soldiers the best technology made our Soldiers better. Our Army is better because of Michael's selfless service. May he rest in peace, and may God comfort Katherine and his family.
Lisa Dykstra Jarosinski
December 24, 2019
Katherine and family, I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. May many wonderful memories be a source of comfort and strength to you all. Blessings and Peace.
Jennifer Freese
December 24, 2019
I worked with Michael for the past 3 years and was an advocate for me and my group. My sister in law and brother in law Norman and Linda Henn also send their condolences as they have known Michael for years. So sorry for your loss.
Angie Miller
December 24, 2019
To our dear cousins Katherine, Alex, Caroline and family,
Our family gives heartful prayers for your great loss of such a devoted and compassionate guy! We were very thankful to be apart of your family. Eventhough miles away, we enjoyed all the events of his life from afar although I had the honor of being in tbeir wedding. Our regrets that we can not travel for the services but as always, you will be in our hearts and prayers and that we love you all dearly. We pray that our Heavenly Father will comfort all in this devastating time. Familes are together forever! We love and adore all! Your cousins in Hillsboro, Ohio, Angie, Bob, Marissa, Marlyn and Oakley, Marlena and Marcy Anne.
Chris Manning
December 24, 2019
I am at a loss for words at the news of Michael's passing. I wish we had more time together brother. Your life of service will live on through all the lives you touched along the way. I will miss you dearly.
Antoinette Martino
December 24, 2019
To Stanka Family, So sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers. Michael was incredible person, loved people. Michael thank you for all you taught me. You will always be remembered. You're at peace with the Lord and with your loved ones in heaven. God Bless and Rest in peace my friend.
Love Always Antoinette
Mike Zwiebel
December 24, 2019
I worked with Michael for many years. A great loss to the Army and a greater loss to his family.
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