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Michael L. CECALA

1936 - 2014

Michael L. CECALA obituary, 1936-2014, Largo, FL

BORN

1936

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

CLOSED-Rhodes Funeral Directors

800 Druid Road East

Clearwater, Florida

Michael CECALA Obituary

CECALA, Michael L. age 77, of Clearwater. Born in Franklin Park, IL April 17, 1936, passed into God's hands Feb. 8, 2014 of natural causes. He was a devoted and loving father, US Air Force Veteran, computer guru, technical whiz and Legionnaire. Survived by his children, Maria, Michael (Melanie); grandsons, Stephen and Tristan; sister, Rosaria; and brothers, Joe and Leonard. His spirit resonates through all who know him. Viewing at Rhodes Funeral Directors (www.rhodesfuneraldirectors.com), Friday, Feb. 14 at 11 am. Mass at St. Cecelia to follow. Michael is deeply loved and will truly be missed.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Feb. 12, 2014.

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February 17, 2014

My condolences to the family. May God be your strength in this time of sorrow 1Corinthians15:26.LD

Sue and Bob Gibbia

February 14, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 14, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jenny Malz

February 12, 2014

Thoughts and prayers go out to Mike, Melanie & your entire family

Frank LeCOche

February 12, 2014

Super !! I will miss you my good sir! I always and will always hold you in high esteem, Peace be with you until we meet again,

Jen & Frank LeCoche

February 12, 2014

We will miss you dearly SUPER! You were a wonderful man to all. Frank and I have always thought so highly of you! Heaven has received a truly beautiful angel! Until we meet again.....

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11:00 a.m.

Rhodes Funeral Directors

800 Druid Road, East Clearwater, FL

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10:00 a.m.

Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home

9568 Belmont Avenue, Franklin Park, IL

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800 Druid Road East, Clearwater, FL 33756

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