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Michael Taras Obituary
Michael was the husband of Rodella (Cline) Taras.
Born in Reading, he was a son of Helen (Taras) Katarzynski, Reading.
He was employed in property management by Brandywine Realty Trust Co., last working March 12.
He was a Vietnam-era Navy veteran.
He is also survived by a sister, Diane, wife of Jesus Centeno Jr., Reading.
Relatives and friends are invited to participate in the celebration of Divine Liturgy Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church, 630 Laurel St., Reading, PA 19602. Burial will follow in Nativity Church Cemetery, Cumru Township.
Kopicki-Bradley Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements. There will be no services there.
In lieu of flowers, it is suggested contributions be made in memory of Michael to Asera Care Hospice, 10 Zion's Church Road, Shoemakersville, PA 19555.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Michael Taras
Michelle Colon
July 16, 2008
Rodella,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family during this emotional time. Mike was such a wonderful person liked by all. We will miss him very much. Take care of yourself.
Michelle
Deb Albitz
July 16, 2008
Rodella, I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a very special person. He always had a smile no matter what happened. I will certainly miss him.
Todd Englehart
July 16, 2008
Rodella -
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. He was a great guy and will be missed much by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
Yvonne (Cookie) (Prestash) Lis
July 15, 2008
Diane -
I was saddened to read of your brother's untimely death. It brings me back to the years when we were so young sitting on your porch, you, Michael, Kathy and myself. I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your Mother, and to his family as well. May he rest in peace.
kathy lenz
July 15, 2008
Rodella, Sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Missi Szabo
July 14, 2008
Rodella & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. He was a great guy, and always greeted me with a smile. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Brenda Smith
July 14, 2008
Rodella..... Mike is resting now the pain is over....... I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts each and every day. You are strong person and God will take your hand and guide you.
Asera Care Hospice
July 14, 2008
We here at Asera Care Hospice would like to express our heart felt sympathy to Rodella and her family in her time of lose.
We enjoyed getting to know you and Mike.
Stacy White
July 13, 2008
I didnt get a really good chance to know you both, but I could see the love that you two shared. I am so glad that I was able to help you I just wish I could have done more. I know that Mike is in a better place and Rodella you will you Mike again some day in your eternal home.
God Bless you and be with during this rough time remember I am here if you need me I am right next door.
The Whites Stacy John Britany & Shiann
Teresa Chase
July 13, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
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