Michael Bezek Obituary
Michael Joseph Bezek was born on May 10, 1967 in Panama City, Panama to Joseph Leonard and Vilma Barbara Bezek (nee Iglesias). He was a kind and gentle man with a generous heart. He was always willing to lend a hand when asked. Michael passed peacefully in his sleep on the morning of December 23, 2025 from complications resulting from a stroke, with his devoted mother by his side.
Michael was survived by his only son, Sean Michael; mother; sister; two younger brothers; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends of the family.
The Bezek family would like to extend an immeasurable amount of gratitude and thanks to all the healthcare and hospital staff that worked tirelessly and competently towards Michaels attempts at recovery especially Mercy Hospital, United Hospital, Allina Hospice, Courage Kenny Institute, SouthView Acres Health Care Center, Park River Estates Care Center.
A memorial service will be scheduled for a future date.
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