Emil Mialik Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Brenda Davis
April 2, 2011
Mrs,Mialik, I would like to extend my condolences to you and your famly, Mrs Mialik you might not remember me but I was one of your students at WHS. You were such an insperatation to me and I became a nurse and raised family. I Love the Lord and pray daily. My prayers are with you and your family and may God ease your pain, We know that Rev. Mialik is now preparing his seroms in heaven with our precious Lord and Savior. May You and Your Family Find Comfort and Peace in knowing He is with the Lord. With Christian Love , Brenda Perry Davis
Kevin Bennett
March 26, 2011
He was Mr Mialik to me
A Coach, Rev,Dr.
most of all.. my friend
Sorry for your loss
Brian Duncan
March 25, 2011
Joan, Debbie, Richard , Barbara and all the extended family, we are thinking of you at this time as we cherish the wonderful memories of Uncle Emil and a full life beautifully lived. May it comfort you to know that he was loved and well thought of by so many family and friends, and also that he is no longer suffering. Hoping to see you all at a point sometime soon, and a gathering or a reunion type occasion hopefully can be arranged in the not too distant future where we can reminisce and celebrate his life again. We will plan to be there in sprit on Saturday and keep you all once again in our thoughts and prayers on that occasion honoring a wonderful man and a magnificent life. We will stay in touch and I myself plan to send a personal note very soon to each of you. Please let us know if you ever need anything, or just a shoulder, or the comfort of family here. Our heartfelt love to you all, and always.
---Brian Duncan, Judy Ratcliffe Wilson, Nick and Patrick Duncan, and Talia Mercado
Connie Rice
March 24, 2011
I was sorry to hear the passing of Rev. Mialik. I was a member of Leigh Street when he was there and knew him to be an outstanding minister to the Congregation.
He married my husband, Lee, and myself in August,1967. Joan, my sympathy goes
out to you and your family. My parents
Henry and Genevieve Gordon were so fond of you and Rev. Mialik.
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Horace "Race" Lutz
March 24, 2011
To Joan and the family, I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Mialik. He came into my life at a time when I needed someone like him. We had a great time at Wedgewood Baptist under his leadership. I, too, remember his outstanding artwork and his understanding of lighting and shadow. He never stopped amazing me. His use of light and shadow always astounded me. And, who can forget all the picnics and special meals we had back then. He had some really great ideas about how a church family should not only worship together but should fellowship together. He insisted that I play the guitar in many services, both inside the sanctuary and on the grounds. And, I still play for a youth group in a church near me. We, at Wedgewood, were so proud of him when he got his DD (Doctorate). He is in a better place now, but he leaves some teriffic memories behind. One of those memories is his love of softball. Our church always had a good softball team and sometimes even a great team. Watching his members play good softball was a great joy for him. Please accept my condolences and know I have some fond memories of him.
Ken Novitsky
March 23, 2011
All the memories of a remarkable uncle brings a smile to my face. Emil worked hard for the accomplishments he achieved, although his talents made it look easy. He was an uncle who reached out to each member of his extended family time and time again. I'll always remember his trips to NJ and trips visiting him. Serious conversation and joking about everything and anything. A time at bat for his church team. A round on the golf course with him and my dad. His 80th birthday party celebrating his life here. Too many memories to list. Emil's legacy will live on in all who knew him. I know it will in me. His real reward has just begun.
March 22, 2011
Mrs Mialik and family,
I am sorry for your loss. I had you as a teacher at Whaleyville High School. I married Joyce Taylor daughter of Mr and Mrs W.J. Taylor, Jr. members of Great Fork Baptist Church. May God's Love give you Peace.
Robert R. Brinkley, Jr.
Sharon Novitsky
March 22, 2011
From a Niece who loved you so...I have so many wonderful memories of you, Uncle Emil. I remember my wedding and how you led the wedding train around the ballroom and gave a wonderful toast for Carl and I; our day trip to Boston after cousin Gladys' son's wedding; how you were (immediately) there for my family and I after our Dad's passing and the wonderful eulogy you gave. There are just too many lifetime memories to list. I know you were everyone's favorite friend. Your understanding, love, compassion and kindness was deeply felt by everyone. It left an everlasting impression on all. You were truly a remarkable Uncle. I will miss you and you will forever be in my heart. Love Your Niece - Sharon Novitsky
Gary Hanson
March 21, 2011
I remember Dr. Mialik from Leigh Street Church in Richmond. My condolences to his family.
March 21, 2011
May God's love sustain you and give you peace.
Charles and Marlene Douglass
March 21, 2011
Thank you Reverend Mialik for always being an inspiration to me. You baptized me when I was 12 years old. You always had time to talk to me and share your messages of faith. They live in my heart, as will the memory of you. Thank you from a teenager from the youth group of the '70's. When I was not sure what to do when I went off to college, you said I should think about my art, my writing, and my love for children. I am in my 19th year of teaching kindergarten and use all of those talents. Thank you so much for leading me down the right path!
God bless your family!
Love,
Lynn (Brittain) Olson
March 21, 2011
I will also remember Dr. Mialik for the love he showed my mom, my two sisters Betty and Cathy and me after my father's passing when I was 13 years old. DR. Mialik helped me to understand God's purpose for our lives and he baptized me at the age of 13.
Thanks again Dr. Mialik for helping me to become the man I am today.
John Russell
Charlotte, NC
March 21, 2011
I will also remember Dr. Mialik beacuse of the love he showed my mother and my two sisters Betty and Cathy and me after my father passed away when I was 13 years old. Dr. Mialik helped me to understand God's purpose for our lives and I was very pleased to have him baptized me about 5 months after my fatherr's passing.
Thanks you again Dr. Mialik for helping me to beacome the person I am today.
John Russell
March 21, 2011
Joan, Anne and I want you know that our prayers are with you and your family as you grieve the lost of Emil, a loving husband, father and grandfather. God is good all the time - all the time God is good. We love you and look forward to our continuing journey together. Tom and for Anne
Deborah Smith
March 21, 2011
My heartfelt prayers be with all of Emil's family during this sad moment in time. Know that his life left a lasting warmth in the hearts of all those who knew him. I feel truly blessed to have been lucky enough to have known him and his loving family. God Bless you all with Peace and Love always in your hearts.
March 21, 2011
We were saddened to learn of your family's loss. Emil was an exceptional man, and it was a privilege to know him and his family when they were at Leigh Street.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Mary Jane and Laurie McIntosh
(Richmond, VA)
Jean Roberts
March 21, 2011
I did not know Mr Mialik that well, however I know he had to be a wonderful person because his wife was one of the most beautiful and considerate persons I have ever known. I am speaking back to the 1960 when she was teacher and basketball coach a WHS. I am sure Mr Mialik will be missed greatly and we will all get to see him again when we walk through those pearly gates.
Evelyn Novitsky
March 20, 2011
From a sister who could not have loved a brother more - I have beautiful thoughts and memories of a life well lived.. He was a brother who gave me strength and hope during the difficult times in my own life and was also there to celebrate many high moments. I have many fond memories of the times I shared with Emil, Joan and his beautiful family. I will forever treasure these loving lasting memories. Joan, Debbie, Barbara, and Richard, may you be comforted to remember that the gifts God blessed Emil with will never be lost. A life well lived is the greatest gift. Psalm 46:1
Lee Brittain
March 20, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Emil. I have such fond memories of my youth with Emil as my minister. The fondest memory I have is Emil's artwork before Christmas Eve services. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Lee Brittain
Lee Brittain
March 20, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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