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Michael Kozak Obituary
Michael F. "The Pepsi Man" Kozak, 65, passed away April 14, 2018, in the loving company of his sister and brother in his Reading residence.
Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Thaddeus S. and Mary A. (Accordino) Kozak.
Michael worked for more than 40 years for local Vocational Work Shops.
He was a member of St. Benedict Roman Catholic Church.
Michael was an avid Penn State Football fan and loved all Philadelphia sports teams. He enjoyed time at the beach, smooth jazz music by Michael Lington and Brian Culberson, and also enjoyed Tom Jones, and although he was known as "The Pepsi Man," his favorite beverage was iced tea.
Michael had challenges in life but he loved to do things for others and proved to all of us that he had abilities, not disabilities.
He is survived by his sister, Mary Kozak; and his brother, Thaddeus S. Kozak Jr., both of Reading; and by his goddaughter, MacKenzie Wilson, of State College.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in St. Benedict RC Church, 2020 Chestnut Hill Rd., Mohnton, PA 19540. Friends may pay their condolences on Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the church at the above address.
Gallman-Sonoski Funeral Home Inc., is honored to be handling Michael's arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Kozak
April 17, 2018
Teddyand Mary,
So sorry to hear of Mikey's passing. Aunt Mary and Uncle Teddy are proud of you for sticking together and taking care of each other and that Mikey is home with them in heaven. Prayers of strength for you..
Love Donna Stichter Cole and family
Melanie Kinder
April 17, 2018
Mary I'm so sorry for your loss Michael will be missed by all his friends at Prospectus Berco.Melanie
Kitty Mosher
April 17, 2018
Mary and Teddy,sorry to h
ear of Michaels passing.I remember the good times at Dave's, Mikey and Teddy loved joking with Dave.My prayers are with you.Bless you
April 17, 2018
Mary and Ted. Most sincere condolences and I hope peace and faith be with both of you in these moments of heartache and pain. Luis c
April 16, 2018
Mary and Family,
So very sorry to hear of Michael passing away.
May God bless you and your family.
Sincere Sympathy,
Mary Ann Jones
Rosemary Mirenna
April 16, 2018
Mary and Teddy, so sorry to hear about Michael. I have many fond memories of our childhood and how our families were so close. May he rest in peace. Love, Rosemary (Siwik) Mirenna
Juli Myers
April 16, 2018
May the memories of his love and laughter, as well as the support of friends and family near and far, sustain you in the weeks and months ahead
Ann woomer
April 16, 2018
Mary I am so sorry for your loss of your brother you are the best sister they could of had you are in my prayers Ann Marie Woomer
April 16, 2018
Rest In Peace Mikey. Whenever I hear Tom Jones, I will smile and remember you.
May Mary and Ted find solace knowing you are in heaven with your parents.
Love The Surgeoners.
Teri Hummel
April 16, 2018
Mary and Teddy, I am so sorry to read of Michael's passing. You were the Best sister and brother to Michael. My heartfelt sympathy to you both and to the rest of your family and friends. I feel Michael is Happy in Heaven with your parents. You've got some very Special Angels watching over you!
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