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Michael Serafin Obituary

MICHAEL A. SERAFIN LANSING, IL Michael A. Serafin, age 65 of Lansing, IL, formerly of Calumet City, IL, passed away on January 1, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Joan M. (Nee Rydzon); two sons: John R. (Rachel Appleby) Serafin and Jeffrey M. (Ellen Steindler) Serafin; sisters: Nancy (Stanley) Binek and Donna (Michael) McCambridge; mother-in-law, Jean M. Rydzon; sister-in-law, Jerilyn (Jerry) Boos; along with many nieces nephews and cousins. Michael was preceded in death by his parents: August (Henrietta) Serafin; sister, Elizabeth Serafin; and father-in- law, Joseph Rydzon. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 3, 2013 from 2:00-8:00 p.m., at the Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home, 3227 Ridge Rd., Lansing, IL. A celebration of Michael's life will be held Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Paws Chicago at https://paws chicago.wufoo.com/forms/paws-chicago-tribute-donations-cards/ . Michael was employed with Local 1011 at Arcelormittal in Indiana Harbor. He was a great husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. www.schroederlauer.com

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Published by The Times from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2013.

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January 5, 2013

Dear Donna, Nancy & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mike was truly a great guy from a wonderful family. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathie (Paliga) Trudgian

Barbara (Goldie) Vargo (nee Goldys)

January 4, 2013

Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a nice guy and I know he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Karen Los

January 4, 2013

I grew up a few blocks away from the Serafin family and was good friends with Donna. My condolences to Mikes wife and children. Nancy and Donna, you are also in my thoughts.

Andrew Barron

January 4, 2013

I grew up with the Serafins since 1994-1995 remembering that first day I was invited in their house feeling so welcomed as being a part of the family. With all the memories I have, their father/husband was one of the greatest people I have ever met in my life. I envied them, because I never had that relationship with my own father. Growing up, Michael Serafin made me a believer in fathers alike out there in this world . . . . there are really great men, truly loving and caring fathers in this world. The closest thing I felt to know what a father was like in my life and truly I will miss him with all my heart. To the Serafins, stay strong and continue to live life fully. We are never to far away from each other wherever we are in this world. My thoughts for the Serafins and the entire family will always be with you.

Surdyk Family/ Shirley Surdyk Stone

January 4, 2013

Remembering a guy that was a very nice person, childhood neighbor in CC, & classmate. So sorry for your loss.

the arnolds

January 3, 2013

I'm so sorry for your lose. Your dad and husband was an awesome guy and he will definately be missed. God bless your family. RIP. You aren't suffering no more.

Ron Modjeski

January 3, 2013

Good guy Grew up with Mike in Cal City Played alot of ball with him Great sense of humor.

Kathy Lauer

January 3, 2013

I remember Mike as a very friendly man. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

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