Michael David Carey

Michael David Carey obituary

Michael David Carey

Michael Carey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home - Oak Lawn on Oct. 22, 2025.

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Michael David Carey of Branson Missouri, formerly of Chicago.

Father of Scott & Kevin Carey.

Beloved son of Kathleen Susan Carey.

Cherished grandson of the late Edward & Lillian Carey.

Fond brother of Liam (Cassie) Sheehan,

Loving nephew of Dennis Carey.

Dearest nephew & godson of Maureen Carey.

Treasured godson of the late James Locke.

Special cousin of Lillian Cartwright, Emmett Cartwright, Emily Summers, Maeve Brown, Savannah, Henry & Greyson Summers.

Son of David (Victoria) Kolep. Brother of Robert & Kellie Kolep.

Friend of many.

Resting at Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St. in Oak Lawn where Services will take place Saturday September 27th at 11:00 am.

Inurnment St. Mary Cemetery.

Visitation Friday September 26, from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm.

Michael loved nature, he cared deeply for all animals especially his dog Joey and his 5 cats. He loved the Blues Brothers, Heavy Metal Music, the Chicago Cubs, Wrestling, and was an avid aficionado of all things related to cars.

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