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Michael Wayne Speakes

1959 - 2021

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1959

DIED

2021

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Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

Michael Speakes Obituary

Michael Wayne Speakes age 62 of Gary, Indiana passed away Thursday July 22, 2021. He was born May 28,1959 to the late Alvin Speakes and Rosalind Speakes Gray. He was a graduated of Horace Mann High School class of 1978 and a veteran of the United States Army. After returning home from the military he worked for several companies throughout his career and retired from Dietrich Industries. He is preceded in death by his parents Alvin Speakes and Rosalind Speakes Gray, nephew Damon Speakes and nieces Camille and Camilla Headd and Melissa Headd. He leaves to cherish his memories loving sister Rita Headd, brother Alvin (Laura) Speakes, special friend Joseph Jones and a host of nieces, nephews' other relatives and friends. Memorial Service Saturday July 31, 2021 at 11:00a.m. at the Guy & Allen Chapel 2959 West 11th Avenue.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jul. 28, 2021.

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Joyce Taylor

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I extend my heartfelt sympathies to the family. May God grant you peace during this difficult time!

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