Michael James Peirsel

Michael James Peirsel obituary

Michael James Peirsel

Michael Peirsel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Zygmunt-Murtie Funeral and Cremation Service - Orange County on Nov. 20, 2025.

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Obituary of Michael James Peirsel

Greenwood Lake, NY

Mr. Michael J. Peirsel, a resident of Greenwood Lake NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at his home in Greenwood Lake, NY. He was 73. The son of Thomas Peirsel and Helen Givins Peirsel, Michael was born on March 17, 1952.

He was a life long carpenter and was loved by family and many friends. He will be missed.

Michael is survived by his sister Julie Peirsel Kennen and many nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by brothers Thomas Peirsel J r, Eugene Peirsel and Stephen Peirsel.

Memorial services will be observed privately in Greenwood Lake.

Funeral arrangements are honorably entrusted to Zygmunt-Murtie Funeral and Cremation Service - 845-477-8240 or visit www.zmmemorials.com.

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