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Michael "Whitey" E. Rayunas
1953 - 2022
Michael "Whitey" E. Rayunas
1953 - 2022
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Michael "Whitey" Rayunas Obituary
Michael (Whitey) Eugene Rayunas of Mundelein passed away peacefully with his wife and daughter by his side on April 22, 2022. Michael was born on May 1, 1953, at Great Lakes Naval Hospital to Robert Eugene Rayunas and Kathryn Sheryl (Kelly) Rayunas.
Michael was known to most as Whitey or Mike and to his parents as Mikey. Michael loved to make people laugh and he was the life of the party. He spent most of his free time with Maureen and their loyal companion Marley. He enjoyed golfing, wood working, hiking, reading, miniature golfing, hearing about his grandkids, and watching his favorite Chicago teams, the Bears, Cubs and Blackhawks.
Michael graduated from Mundelein High School, class of 1971. He was employed at Underwriters Laboratories in Northbrook for over 30 years.
Michael was preceded in death by his mother Kathryn (Kitty), his in-laws George and Bonnie Abernathy and the Abernathy’s infant daughter Maureen.
Michael is survived by his loving wife of 30 years Maureen, his daughter Kathryn (Katie) Sprangers (Robin) of Pulaski, WI and his four grandchildren Laura, Olivia, Haley, and Trent Sprangers. Further survived by his father Robert (Mary), brothers Robert (Karen) Rayunas and V.J. Kelly (Shaneice) Rayunas, sisters Victoria (George) Fink and Kristina (Jeff) Selzer, brothers-in-law John Abernathy, Brian (Joyce) Abernathy, Mike (Pam) Abernathy, Robert Abernathy, Mark (Dawn) Abernathy, Bill (Nicole) Abernathy, sisters-in-law Kitty (Steve) Huber, Coleen Michals and Mary Jo (Dave) Risetter. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Michael was devoted to Maureen and gave his whole heart to her and Katie. He will be missed dearly by all who’s life he touched.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2022, from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm to celebrate his life with a brief service following at Kristan Funeral Home, 219 W. Maple Ave (Route 176) Mundelein, Il.
In lieu of flowers you may make a donation in Michael’s name to Illinois Sheltie rescue or Save a pet.
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Diana Alvey
May 31, 2022
My most heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, son, father, family member and friend! I knew and worked with Mike back in the 80's. We were a tight knit group of friends who worked hard, hung out after hours, played some softball, drank a little and laughed a lot. I will always remember Mike for his jokes, stories and kindness. He will be missed but not forgotten. I pray for God's grace on your family as you heal.
Liz Steiding
May 1, 2022
Maureen we have been thinking of you all this past year. We were sorry to hear about.. Mike. We hope you are doing better as we found out you were ill.as well. Thoughts and prayers. From liz and mom from mundelein. .. take care...
Roxanne Weber
April 30, 2022
love ya xo
Sharon (Whitaker) Herdman
April 30, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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Karen Williams
April 30, 2022
Maureen I am terribly sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Cat Kasting Almanzo
April 26, 2022
Thoughts and prayers to the Rayunas and Abernathy families.
Nancy Aguilar Sobon
April 25, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Renee Obey-Brandt
April 24, 2022
My deepest condolences to Maureen and family I have great memories of Mike I’ll cherish always.
Terri and Joe Budris
April 24, 2022
Our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May he rest i peace
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