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Michael Sewall Obituary

Sewall - Michael B. Sewall, 84, of Utica, passed away on Jan. 05, 2026. Services : A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 10:30 at Historic Old St. John's Church. Calling hours will be from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church, prior to the Mass. Burial Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Catholic Charities, 1408 Genesee St., Utica, NY 13502. Arrangements by McGrath, Myslinski, Kowalczyk & Nunn Funeral Directors, 470 French Rd., Utica.

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Published by Daily Sentinel from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2026.

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Vinnie Rybash

January 8, 2026

Vinnie Rybash

January 8, 2026

Long time dear friend of my late husband John at MVCC
So many special memories of the good times with Mike and Barb. Always enjoyed a visit to the camp with time with the girls. Always had an update in his Christmas card until this year. Such a sad loss for his whole family but a wonderful life well lived.
May he rest in peace with dear Barbara.

Denise DiGiorgio

January 8, 2026

I had the priviledge of working side by side with Mike when he was the MVCC Rome Campus Dean. Couldn't ask for a kinder, fair and honest colleague. His obituary was absolutely correct. I would see him at the Stanley, at hockey games, and at MVCC alumni events. A class act.
Denise DiGiorgio

Marguerite Spano

January 7, 2026

I knew Mike from the Fitness Mill.He is a kind,friendly man.He always brightened my day.He will be so missed by everyone. Enjoy heaven Mike.My deepest condolences to his family and Lenora.You are all in my prayers.
Marguerite Spano

Gail Allen

January 7, 2026

Mike was one of the loveliest and sweetest persons one could know. He was so proud of his girls, dearly loved his companion, a wonderful neighbor and friend. We all were blessed to have known him.

Gail Allen

January 7, 2026

Mike was one of the sweetest, kindness persons one could ever know. Generous to a fault, loved his girls, and the perfect neighbor. We were all blessed to know him.

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George Bauer

January 7, 2026

Mike was a cheerful, kind-hearted friend to all who knew him. His sage wisdom will be sorely missed. May we all strive to be as good a person as Mike was.

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8

Visitation

8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Historic Old St. John's Church

240 Bleecker Street, Utica, NY 13501

Jan

8

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Historic Old St. John's Church

240 Bleecker Street, Utica, NY 13501

Jan

8

Interment

12:00 p.m.

Mt Olivet Cemetery

70 Wood Rd, Whitesboro, NY 13492

Funeral services provided by:

McGrath, Myslinski, Kowalczyk & Nunn Funeral Directors - Utica

470 French Road, Utica, NY 13502

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