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JOHN MICHAEL Obituary


John Henry Michael  
A longtime Washington, DC resident, died peacefully September 20, 2021. The cause of death was a brain aneurysm; he was 78 years old.Mr. Michael, known to family, friends and business colleagues as Jack, was born January 27, 1943 to Patricia Long Michael and Henry John Michael; he was the second of their seven children. Jack was an alumnus of the Georgetown School of Foreign Service and the Harvard Business School. He is survived by his beloved wife Ludmilla Michael; his six siblings and their children.A memorial service celebrating Jack's life will be held October 22 at Holy Trinity Church, 1315 36th St., NW (between N and O Sts.), Washington, DC, with visitation at 9:30 a.m. followed by the service at 10:30 a.m.Please read the full obituary and sign the online guestbook at www.DeVolFuneralHome.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Sep. 26, 2021.

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John Michael

September 20, 2023

Mila,
I am inspired by how well you have managed both to keep Jack present for yourself and the rest of us and to keep growing and embracing the new challenges and opportunities that you face. I know he would be proud.
Love
John

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Janet

October 5, 2021

Mila, It looks like Jack was a happy and vibrant man. I'm so sorry for your loss!

Keith REDMOND

September 26, 2021

Jack was a good man. Shocked and very sorry to hear of his sudden passing. I offer my sincere prayers and send positive energy to his family. Big hugs to his wife, Ludimila.

Frank Titus

September 26, 2021

RIP

VM

September 26, 2021

To the family,

I would like to extend my condolences to you. Losing a loved one in death breaks our heart. Please know that you can find comfort and strength in God. Isa. 41:10 says he will hold on to you with his right hand of righteousness. Cherish the loving memories.

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Oct

22

Visitation

9:30 a.m.

Holy Trinity Church

1315 36th St., NW (between N and O Sts.), Washington, DC

Oct

22

Memorial service

10:30 a.m.

Holy Trinity Church

1315 36th St., NW (between N and O Sts.), Washington, DC

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