Michael P. Ferrantella

FUNERAL HOME

Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home

3227 Ridge Road

Lansing, Illinois

Michael Ferrantella Obituary

MICHAEL P. FERRANTELLA MUNSTER, IN FORMERLY OF LANSING, IL & CALUMET CITY, IL Michael P. Ferrantella, age 87, of Munster, IN, Lansing, IL, Calumet City, IL, was born on August 14, 1928 and passed away peacefully on Monday, February 1, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 55 years, Dorothy M. Ferrantella; his sisters: Angeline (Tom) Gambino, Frances (Joe) Gigliotti, and Antoinette "Ann" (Frank) Arduino. Michael is survived by his beloved children: Mickey (Joanne), Tom (Karen) Ferrantella, Mary (Bruce) Frakes, Kitty (Tim) Hayford, and Sara (Mike) Poss; grandchildren: Joseph (Natalie), Gina, Dr. Anthony (Fer), Sonny, Kerry, Casey, Kyle Ferrantella, Alexandra, Kathryn Frakes, Mary Jane, Anna Poss, Brittany (Pete) Skvara, Christiana (Cory) Wilson; great grandchildren: Samantha, Rocco, and Olivia Ferrantella, Courtney, Andrew and Allison Semethy, as well as, many nieces and nephews. Mike grew up in Calumet City, IL, and graduated from Thornton Fractional High School. He began his legendary railroad career by working as a trackman and clerk on the Michigan Central Railroad. Mike proudly served his country during the Korean War, as Master Supply Sergeant while stationed in Korea. Upon his return from Korea, Mike resumed his railroad career, ultimately working his way up to the position of Division Engineer of the Chicago Branch of the New York Central Railroad. In 1969, Mike left the New York Central Railroad to become the founder of Rail-Trak Construction Co. Inc., where he spent the balance of his career providing quality railroad track construction and repair serves for many major railroads and industries in Chicagoland and Indiana. As president of Rail-Trak, he developed many strong relationships with employees, suppliers, and clients that lasted for decades. Mike was a very devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. His family meant everything to him and he expressed his love for his family by sharing his passion for food. He also loved to play cards with family and friends. He was always a gracious host and extended warm hospitality to all. Friends are invited to visit with Mike's family at Schroeder - Lauer Funeral Home, 3227 Ridge Rd., Lansing, IL, from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 4, 2016. Funeral mass will be held on Friday, February 5, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. noon directly at St. Thomas More Church, 8501 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN. Interment at Chapel Lawn Cemetery in Schererville, IN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Hospice of the Calumet Area at 600 Superior Ave, Munster, IN 46321. www.schroederlauer.com

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Published by The Times from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Ferrantella

12 Entries

Juan Moreno

February 8, 2016

Dear Ferrantella family,

Mr. Mike was a great man with a big heart. I'm grateful because he gave me the opportunity to work for him for 37 years. It is because of his support that I lived the American Dream to raise and support my family. He will be missed greatly, but never forgotten. May god bless his soul.

HORRAY FOR MR. MIKE!!!!

Love always,
Juan Moreno & family

Jan Majszak

February 7, 2016

I am so sorry to hear Mike passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with his entire family. He was truly a blessed man.

Janice Bourret

February 7, 2016

On behalf of my mom (Angelina "Babe" Murrill Soilna) and myself, I would like to express our sincerest condolences for your loss. My mom remembers Mike (Mikey to her) fondly. May warm and loving memories warm your hearts and ease your sorrow.

February 6, 2016

Fran, we are so sorry for your loss. Mike is now in Heaven with the rest of our Families and watching over all of us. May God bless your Family.
All our love.
Stella, Pete,Frank and Judy Murrill

Thomas Sieja

February 6, 2016

I had the pleasure of working for Mike's Rail Track Construction back in the 1970's along with Mickey. Mike was great man and I have never forgot my experience working on the rails for him. Each time I see Mickey we always can trade stories like it just happened yesterday. I will cherish my memories of Mike and Rail Track until the day I die.

Juan J. Moreno

February 6, 2016

Ferrantella family,

My sincerest condolences to all family and friends. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Thank you for blessing our entire Moreno family for giving my father, Juan Moreno the opportunity to work with you at Rail-Trax Construction. We wouldn't have made it this far in life without you.

God bless you,
The Moreno Family

February 5, 2016

So sorry we we weren't there to say goodby to Mike but he was in our hearts and prayers. Love to all, Uncle Bob and Marsha.

Karen Ekdahl

February 4, 2016

Our deepest sympathies are with you Mary and the entire family.
Karen, Debi, and Kayli Ekdahl

Judy Perkinson

February 3, 2016

Dear TJ,

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know what it means to lose a father.

Judy Perkinson

tom allen

February 3, 2016

Mike lives on in our hearts and I will miss him. He always be counted on for kind words and generosity. Thanks for your life's contributions and a path for others to follow.

Joann M. Wleklinski

February 3, 2016

Now cracks a noble heart.
Good night, sweet prince.
And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.

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