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Vicki Michael Obituary
Vicki L. Michael, 56 years of Allentown, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, June 9, 2012, in the Lehigh Valley Hospital. The wife of David Michael, they married on September 17, 1983. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of Shirley M. (Miller) Seidel of Allentown, and the late James W. Seidel, Jr. who passed away on March 22, 2012. A 1973 graduate of Parkland Area High School, she worked at PPL as a Steno/Clerk for over 34 years. Her father owned race cars; therefore, motorsports played a large role in her life. Growing up she spent her summers travelling the east coast attending countless sprint car races and developed a passion for motorsports that lasted throughout her life. Vicki enjoyed sharing her creativity with others by offering interior decorating tips and sharing her hand-crafted Christmas cards, theorem paintings and counted cross-stitch designs. Survivors: husband and mother; brother Brian Seidel and his wife Jennifer of Allentown; mother-in-law Gloria A. Michael of Allentown; brother-in-law-Phillip Michael and his wife Chris of Emmaus; sister-in-law Tamara Michael of Winston-Salem, NC; along with aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and their families; predeceased by her father Jim and father-in-law Leo F. Michael. She will also be greatly missed by her loving family of dogs. Services: A celebration of Vickis life will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at Willow Tree Grove, 2844 Township Line Rd., Orefield, PA 18069, www.willowtreegrove.com, with the Rev. Dr. Herbert H. Michel officiating. The family will receive friends and family after the service at a reception at the grove until 9 p.m. Interment will be private. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to America on Wheels, 5 North Front St., Allentown, PA 18102 or Animals in Distress, P.O. Box 609, Coopersburg, PA 18036. The Gilbert Funeral Home of Whitehall is honored to handle her arrangements.
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Marianne Moor
June 22, 2012
Dear David,
I worked with Vicki many years ago when I was working at PPL part-time. She was a lot of fun and always had a lively story to tell. Vicki loved her little Shih Tzu's and would come into work with her latest dog tales that would make you start your day with a laugh. She was so much fun and her personality was full of life. I am very sorry to hear about her death.
John Wirth
June 22, 2012
David,
I am very sorry to hear about Vicki. I was working out of town and was unable see you at the memorial. I believe that Vicki and I had a special bond at work. Vicki and I had our share of bumps over the years. I will always remember the good times and the great work that Vicki did for me and PPL. I enjoyed making Vicki laugh. I often thought about Vicki and I am sure I will continue to think about her and smile. Take Care.
Michael Kehl
June 20, 2012
When I first met Vicki at work she helped me develop the first course I ever wrote. I gave it to her on paper with lots of edits and corrections and I thought it would look terrible. Vicki worked her magic and made it look like it was truly professional. When she gave it back to me, I could hardly recognize it. She was a warm and caring person, always with a smile and a kind word. She will be truly missed by all who worked with her.
May cherished memories bring you comfort in your time of great loss.
Barry Yanders
June 19, 2012
To The Family of Vicki
We are very sorry for your loss. May the many memories help to ease your sorrow. Prayers and Thoughts are with you All!
Barry & Rosalie Yanders
Audrey and Bob Wuscher
June 19, 2012
Shirley & Brian,
Our hearts are also filled with the sadness of you losing both Vicki and Jim in so short a time span. A time when even the strongest must faulter a bit. We're sure, they've reunited and are both smiling, while keeping a watch on their families and friends from above.
Diane Caldarelli Woodring
June 18, 2012
Dear David and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Joan Stroup
June 18, 2012
Dear David and family,
I am so sad at Vicki's passing.. she was my best friend and was the most kind, caring person, who was always willing to help anyone. I have known her for over 20 years, and she was a big part of my life spending fun times together, and sharing our passions..It was always so much fun to be with her.
She was so creative, and talented in all the beautiful things she could do, and her love for her dogs was amazing, and they were such a part of her life.
I can't imagine the days ahead without her, and I know for you Dave, the void will be tremendous.. I hope each day will get easier, and the wonderful and happy memories will fill your days and nights, she will be truly missed by so many, as she was a dear friend to so many, and always willing to help anyone.
We loved her so much, and will miss her beyond words.
Mona Jankowski
June 18, 2012
Vicki was a co-worker of mine here at PPL. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. She was a wonderful person.
Mona Jankowski
Lisa E Hall
June 18, 2012
Dave and Family,
I am truly saddened by Vicki's death. Vicki was more than just a friend; she was an amazing person. She was always so kind and considerate to everyone; I always welcomed seeing her at every opportunity.
Her passing will not only leave a void in my life, but in the hearts of everyone who knew her. Vicki's memory will always remain deep within my heart.
If there is anything that I can do to help you in anyway, please do not hesitate to call me at anytime. I am always here for you and your family at a moment's notice, as you and Vicki were for me.
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy, Lisa E. Hall
Kirk + Loretta Smith
June 18, 2012
Dave, Shirley, Brian: Our loving thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. Vicki had a heart of gold, indeed. We are sharing in your loss. God Bless each of you.
June 18, 2012
Dear David, Shirley, Brian and family
Words cannot express how sad we feel over your loss. It is hard to understand why why this has happened but maybe God needed someone to care for his animals in Heaven. May you find peace and comfort in knowing she is safe and no longer in distress. Love Jan and Larry Gilbert
Don Hoffman
June 17, 2012
Dave, Brian and Families,
My thoughts and Prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. My condolences to the families. God Bless.
Gene Jaindl
June 17, 2012
David,Shirley and Brian,
I am sorry for you loss. I will always remember Vicki's passion for everything
that was part of her life,from racing to handcrafts but especially her family and David. I am honored to have been able to watch her grow and be included in the fun times we all had at the races with her and Jim.
Gene
Beverly Funk
June 17, 2012
Dave,
I deeply saddened by Vicki's passing.
I too, in my younger days spend many a night at the race tracks. My brothers all raced.
With sincere sympathy.
Bev Funk
Mike Kelly
June 17, 2012
Shirley and Brian, so sorry for your loss. It's not fair to suffer twice. My prayers are with you and your entire family.
LaVerne Blanks
June 17, 2012
Vicki was my friend for many years and I am going to miss her. She was such a gifted and talented person. Now she is no longer suffering and that is truly a blessing.
Deana Held
June 17, 2012
Dear Shirley and Brian,
I am deeply saddened for your family. Our heartfelt sympathies are sent your way. I never met Vickie but feel like I have, you, Shirley talked about about her alot at the bank. And I remember the stories about the dogs and her. Hold all your dear memories of her deep in your heart and she will always be with you. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Love you,
Deana and Rusty
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