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Michael L. Radeztsky

Michael Radeztsky Obituary

Radeztsky, Michael L.
49, passed away
on Sunday, August 21, 2005
After a battle with melanoma. Mike is survived by his daughter Sonja; parents Del and Clare; brother Jim; sisters Jean and Karen (Don) Powers; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Mike was a man of great faith and served as a mentor for young people throughout the community.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11AM, Friday, August 26 at ST. JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 4030 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan. Visitation at the church two hours before Mass. Memorials to the American Cancer Society for Melanoma research or Sabathani Community Center in Minneapolis.
Cremation Society of MN
952-924-4100

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Published by Pioneer Press from Aug. 24 to Aug. 25, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Radeztsky

21 Entries

Ritch Martin

August 18, 2021

I loved working for Mike at Clover. I can't believe it's been this long already. I think that makes Sonja about thirty years old now. I hope she is doing well !!
My best wishes are on the way...
Ritchie

Ritch Martin

September 8, 2005

Dearest Sonja, Del, Clare and Mike's family,

I am still so devastated, as you are, and can not stop thinking of Mike every single day...I'm so very sorry for your loss.

Mike hired me at Clover Super Foods and for almost two years I had the pleasure to work with him. As I remember, the best part of the job was listening to him talk about his family. He loved you all so much and was so very proud of Sonja. I met her at "Clover" a few times when she came in to help us out. Mike always let me know how she was doing at school and in her sports activities !! He also, very much looked forward to golf with Dad, (I believe it was Thursday's about 1 P.M. or so).

Mike even tried to help me "post Clover" to find employment and called me several times with "leads". Only a really special person would go out of their way and try to help others like that !!!

Del and Clare, Thank you so much for raising Mike to be that kind of person !!! You both must also be that special. Many, many of us truly do appreciate it...

If anyone would like to chat about Mike, please write me via

e-mail or call at 651-653-3812. I would be happy to hear from you...

We love and miss you Mike...

Ritch Martin.

Ritch Martin

September 8, 2005

Dearest Sonja, Del, Clare and Mike's family,

I am still so devastated, as you are, and can not stop thinking of Mike every single day...I'm so very sorry for your loss.

Mike hired me at Clover Super Foods and for almost two years I had the pleasure to work with him. As I remember, the best part of the job was listening to him talk about his family. He loved you all so much and was so very proud of Sonja. I met her at "Clover" a few times when she came in to help us out. Mike always let me know how she was doing at school and in her sports activities !! He also, very much looked forward to golf with Dad, (I believe it was Thursday's about 1 P.M. or so).

Mike even tried to help me "post Clover" to find employment and called me several times with "leads". Only a really special person would go out of their way and try to help others like that !!!

Del and Clare, Thank you so much for raising Mike to be that kind of person !!! You both must also be that special. Many, many of us truely do appreciate it...

If anyone would like to chat about Mike, please write me via

e-mail or call at 651-653-3812. I would be happy to hear from you...

We love and miss you Mike...

Ritch Martin.

Radunz family

September 8, 2005

Our family extends a greeting of sympathy to you. Doug Radunz was always "alphabetically" seated next to Mike at Jefferson High School, Class of '74. Bob also coached Mike in BAA, earlier in their lives. Our sympathy to all of you. Bob, Carol, Doug, Jeff, Sue and Sandy Radunz and families

Mary Tarman

August 30, 2005

Dear Uncle Delmer, Aunt Clare, and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve for Michael. I didn't know Michael very well as we only saw each other at family gatherings. I have enjoyed getting to know him better through the many wonderful entries in this guest book. I thank everyone for sharing their memories of my cousin Mike. He has touched many lives and will be missed by so many people. May God give you comfort in this very sorrowful time.

With Love, Your Niece, Mary Tarman and Family

Michelle Shefveland

August 26, 2005

To Michael's Family: I'm very sorry to hear of Michael's death. I did not know Michael, but I know of melanoma (a friend of mine died last year, and another friend is battling it right now), and it's a terrible disease. From reading the guest entries, it sounds like Michael was a wonderful person, and will be missed by many. God will hold him close and Michael will now be your angel watching over you. Take care and God's Blessings. Michelle

Nick Kurtz

August 26, 2005

To the family of Mike,

I am very sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Mike at Thomson for the past 3 years. When I first met Mike, I spent 2 weeks shadowing and working under him in a management training program. At the time, Mike was 2nd shift Distribution Supervisor. One thing that he taught me was to always show your appreciation towards others. When his team would have a challenging night, Mike would personally stand at the door and shake the hand of every employee leaving; thanking them for their hard work that evening and wishing them a safe trip home. I think this shows Mike’s gift for touching others. He was an outstanding colleague and a wonderful friend. I will miss him greatly.

Doreen,Jerry,and Kristen Smith

August 25, 2005

Dear Sonja and family,

Our hearfelt condolences to you, dear Sonja for all that you have been through.

Your Dad was a gentle,sweet man with a quiet demeanor and it was a pleasure to get to know him in Hawaii. I know you have many wonderful memories of that and I pray that God will fill your heart and mind with those memories as you deal with sadness of the loss of your dad.

Honey, If there is anything we can do do not hesitate to call!

651-437-7949 We would be only glad to help!

May God Bless you during this time and remember, God never promised that life would be easy, but He did say He would carry us through it!! And He will!!

With all our love,

Corrine Kodelka

August 25, 2005

Dear Jean and Family,

I can not begin to tell you how sorry we are about the Loss of your Father,Son and Brother. Mike was unique and kind. Our prayers are with you all.

Love, Dave, Corrine, Mike(Y), Matt, Honey and Grant

Jason, Nanette, Sam & Jake Lindvall

August 25, 2005

Dear Del, Clare and Family,

We are sorry for your loss and wish to express our deepest sympathy to you over the loss of your son and loved one, Michael. Please know we are praying for you. May our merciful Lord give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Love and God Bless. In Christ Jesus, The Lindvall Family

Mike(Adds) Adamek

August 25, 2005

To Mike's Family,

I was saddened to get a call from a former RCM(Richfield Community Ministry)Leader telling me about Mike. I remember all of the great times we had working with kids in Richfield. Mike was loved my all and he had a great heart that really reached out to touch those around him. I know that God used Mike in many ways throughout his life and he will be greatly missed. I thank God that I had the opportunity to meet and work with him. My prayers are with the family at this time of loss. God Bless.

Lynn Harder

August 25, 2005

To Sonja and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss and are constantly thinking about you. Your Dad was a very brave man and extremely proud of you - with every reason to be.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we're here should you need anything.

Lynn and Andy Harder and the rest of the Grand Ole Creamery "Family"

Kirsty McCracken

August 24, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

I met Mike at a "Gifts" retreat at St John Neumann at a time when I needed a friend. He was very much involved with the youth group at the church and asked me to help with the group. I did, and got the pleasure of getting to know Mike. We talked a lot and I really valued his friendship. He even brought me a blanket from one of his trips to Mexico, I still have it sitting on my couch.

I'm sorry I can't make his Mass but I will keep Mike, his family and friends in my prayers.

Thank you, Mike, for being such a special person to many people.

Mike Edberg

August 24, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was so dedicated to making peoples lives better. I was lucky to have him as a friend. He started me on the spring vacation kick back in the late 70's when we would go just the 2 of us to Florida. I remember him being so creative and humorus with his ideas for so many things, mostly the Ministry to make others enjoy and appreciate the love of Christ. I worked,played,lived and traveled with Mike and will always hold those times to be very important in my life. I know he is in a fine place right now and is being taken care of very well. I will keep my prayers for Sonja and the family that the loss you have experienced will be overcome in time. My hope is that we all will carry on Mikes compassion to make a difference in other peoples lives. He did. Thank you Mike, I Love You.

Jeff Grambo

August 24, 2005

To Mike's family,

I greatly enjoyed working with Mike at Thomson West. He was a wonderful colleague and will be missed by all of his co-workers. I have heard many good things about his daughter Sonja who works for my sister-in-law at the Grand Olde Creamery in Hastings. I'm sure Mike was very proud.

Bob Ploetz

August 24, 2005

Mike touched many lives; mine included. He will be missed by many. "Safety Bob"

Michael Moses

August 24, 2005

My condolences to Mike's family and friends. I have had the honor to know Mike for the past three years; first in his role as a Thomson West Distribution supervisor and later when he became a Purchasing Manager. Mike has always been a pillar for his employees and others at West. He was a professional in everything he did and I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. Thank you for sharing him with those of us at West. I will offer a special prayer in his memory at my Church.

Tom & Paula Mitchell

August 24, 2005

Mike's Family,

We are thinking about you during this tough time. I will always remember the fun times we had with RCM, Fireside Pizza Softball, Spirit Unlimited and at Rainbow Foods. May God be with you! God Bless you Mike!

Doug King

August 24, 2005

My deepest condolences. Gopher hockey games at Carbones will never be the same! We will miss you Mike!

Gail Swenson

August 24, 2005

My fondest sympathies for Mike's family. He was so proud of his family. He talked with such pride about his daughter Sonya with a smile whenever he mentioned her.

He had a wonderful sense of humor and an easy smile.

I am thankful I had the opportunity to know him.

I will never forget complaining to him because he switched vendors and equipment for the paper towels and tp in the washrooms. Start up was awful--but he just laughed at me of course and everything is working fine now! Mike liked to find better deals and save us money and he did it well!

My heart will always remember him.

Randy Reed

August 24, 2005

I played Fireside softball with "Putz" in the early '90's; he

was a classic. So sorry for your

loss.

Randy Reed

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