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Michael Pasternak Obituary

MICHAEL RAY PASTERNAK, JR. GARY/CEDAR LAKE, IN Michael Ray Pasternak, Jr. "Mikey", age 24 of Gary, formerly of Cedar Lake, passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2011 at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He is survived by his parents: Sandy and Michael Pasternak, Sr. of Gary; three sisters: Tonya McEleve of Gary, Melissa (Tomie) Andrews of Cedar Lake, and Bobbie Christian of Gary; uncle, Lewis (Toni) Martin; three aunts: Linda (Samuel) Puckett of FL, Barbara (Wayne) Sexton of Wheatfield, IN, and Judy Haag of TN; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Preceded in death by his grandparents; brother; and two uncles. A funeral service will be held Friday, September 30, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Burdan Funeral Home. Burial will follow at German Methodist Cemetery, Cedar Lake. Friends may meet with the family on Thursday, September 29, 2011 from 3:00- 8:00 p.m. at Burdan Funeral Home, 12901 Wicker Ave. (corner of Rt 41 & 129th Ave.) Cedar Lake. Mikey will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends. www.burdanfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Times on Sep. 29, 2011.

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Bill and Sue Zart

September 30, 2011

To Mike,Sandy,and family,words cannot describe the feelings we have for your loss. Our family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Always will remember Mikey as that liitle boy running around nonstop. He turned into a fine young man. You should be proud. We love you Bill,Sue Zart and Family

September 29, 2011

I saw the story in the paper. I am so sorry for the loss of your son. He sounded like a wonderful person. May God comfort all of you at this time. Thoughts and prayers...Rest in peace...

P Schutz

September 29, 2011

Im Sorry For Your Lost
My Prayers Are With All Of You
GOD BLESS YOU

Debbie Rahaw

September 29, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Stacey Vadas

September 29, 2011

I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you.

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