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Michael F. Milewski

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Michael Milewski Obituary

SANTA ROSA, Calif. - Michael F. Milewski, 74, died suddenly Sunday, July 24, 2016, pursuing his treasured pastime, riding his bicycle.

Born in Meriden, a son of Chester and Francis (Savaria) Milewski, Michael lived and loved his home in Santa Rosa, Calif. He attended Cheshire Academy, and was a graduate of Maloney High School, where he, on the football field, earned the nickname of "Iron Mike."He was the owner and operator of the "Cactus Cafe," in Mill Valley, Calif., for many years.

He is survived by a daughter, Marguax (DVM) and husband, Harry Markwell (DVM) of Australia; and caring friend, Marcia Edwards; also surviving siblings, Anna (Jean-Paul) Amiot of Rockfall and James Milewski of Morrisville, Vt.; and many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers, Chester and Andre.

Arrangements are being provided by Santa Rosa Mortuary and Eggen and Lance Chapel.

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Published by The Record-Journal on Jul. 27, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Milewski

20 Entries

Janice Barr

August 16, 2020

Michael I was thinking of u today only to see u are in heaven. I met Michael In 1977 we spend many years together as a couple. Michael taught me how to cook & we shared running & horses.
He loved his wine, & great sense of humor..always referred me to as JB.
Michael was so proud of his daughter, he will be missed. Until we meet again.

Mike made dinner for three in Mill Valley

Marcy Roth

July 23, 2017

This morning I dreamed of Mike and looked him up online and found it's the one year anniversary of his passing.

Here's what he wrote me last year one month before he died:
Love living among the vineyards on Olivet Road. Actually, directly across the road from DeLoach. This area of Olivet, which is RRV, has quite a bit of 70+ year old old vine zin. Hope business and everyone is rockin. Call sometime when you have time and we'll catch up. I'm good. Have my bike routes out among the vineyards and love it.

I remain your good friend,
Mike on a bike

I didn't know Michael that well, but we had horses and wine and Cape Cod and love of life in common. He came by my wine tasting room for a glass once a week or so for many years. I would like his daughter to know that he talked about her all the time, how very, very proud of her he was.

Here's a picture of Mike and Michelle, when he had she and I over for dinner - steak with his own aged cheese melted over it. Plus, wine and art and laughs. He's missed.

Peter Moorhead

October 5, 2016

I met Michael thru Gold's Gym ( SF Fitness) in Corte Madera, shared many yoga classes together and a few bike rides, always a great guy, lots to talk about, food, sailing ( we both did some time on charter/race boats in the BVI), his daughter, my kids, shared a few meals, such a good man, was
sorry to see him move from Mill Valley - I had just invited him to go out sailing. I was fortunate & blessed to have him as a friend.

Frank DiMarco

August 6, 2016

Michael was a one-off original: chef, artist, athlete, raconteur and a decent soul. It was our pleaseure to know him.

July 30, 2016

Mike's Cactus Cafe was always a warm and welcoming great meal. Only because of his passion to serve and feed us all. We are especially sad to know that we wont have any more chance meetings and conversations with Mike when meeting up on the bike path. That, we will both miss..... aside from his killer salmon tostadas
RIP Mike
Fran and Glenn Goodman

Jack Desaulniers

July 30, 2016

Jim, Anna and family.I never met Michael but hung around your house and always had a blast with you,Chet, Andre and your whole family.Sorry to hear about Michael and the best to your families.

Kendra Erwin

July 29, 2016

I will miss Mike, my friend and sous-chef. For the past 10 years, he's been one of the family, joining Christopher, me and the Erwin clan as an honorary family member at many holidays and family gatherings. As a fellow cook, he always helped me in the kitchen and I relied on him for his help. I'm still in shock by his passing as he was so full of life and energy. At least he was active until the end and doing what he loved!

Sharon Miller

July 29, 2016

Mike's restaurant; The Cactus Cafe was a place to feel at home among the community we all loved. He was a very sweet man and he will be missed.

Thomas Mongillo

July 29, 2016

Jimmy,
I'm saddened to learn of Mike's passing.
As a young guy I would swim at the St. Rose swimming pool and Mike would give me a ride home sitting on the handlebar of his bike.
I also remember the dynamic way he played football.
May God come to you to lessen your sorrow.
May he rest in peace.
Tom Mongillo

Whit Gardiner

July 28, 2016

Jimmy,Anna,Jean and Family so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a local legend of Maloney football and will be missed. Please accept my condolences.

Nancy McGowan

July 28, 2016

Michael was a vibrant, warm member of Anna's vinyasa yoga class for about the last year. I think it is fair to say that everyone loved Michael. Today we dedicated the class to him, and many healing tears were shed.
We miss you Michael. As one of our classmates said, "Where are we going to get our recipes now?"
Special love goes out to Margaux and Marcia.

Karen-Silvia Shapiro

July 28, 2016

So sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. We both graduated from Maloney High School, Class of 1960. Wonderful memories of Mike, he was so much fun to be with. The "Meriden Girls" get together to enjoy and reminisce the "Good Days" and Mike's name was mentioned. Our thoughts and prayers go with you at this difficult time.

July 28, 2016

Jimmy, Anna, Jean and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Being a bit younger, I didn't know Mike. Being an east-sider with older brothers, I knew "Iron Mike". May he rest in peace.

July 28, 2016

Jimmy, Anna and Jean and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Being a bit younger, I didn't know Mike but being an east-sider with older brothers, I knew "Iron Mike". May he rest in peace.

Sheila (Toby) Wolf Sullivan

July 27, 2016

I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Our "Meriden Girls" group was just discussing him and wondering where he was and what he was up to. I remember Mike as the sweet guy who agreed to go on New Haven Bandstand with me. I'm so happy to read that he had a good life. My thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time.

July 27, 2016

I guess it's that time where we start saying goodby to our friends.Mike,say hi,to the others that have already gone.You will be remembered. Love, B&J Lyons

James Thomas

July 27, 2016

What a shock to hear this- I saw him on his bike within the last week and he looked good. So many great years hanging at The Cactus Cafe! What a blessing! Sending love to Marcia and Margaux-
Jimo

Sara James

July 27, 2016

I met Michael in Provincetown in the early 70s. We drove across country in '76. After that I didn't see or hear from him until we re-connected about ten yrs ago. We talked on the phone a few times a month. He was always good for a laugh and he loved talking about his daughter, Margaux. He was so proud of her. The last time I spoke with him was last Thursday. I can't believe he's gone. RIP Michael.

Mike Ciosek

July 27, 2016

Sorry to read of his passing, played football with Mike at Maloney in our undefeated season of 1959.
Mike Ciosek

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