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Michael Waris Obituary

WARIS, MICHAEL JR.

On January 9, 2004, of Bethesda, MD. Beloved husband of Mary Waris. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews and life long friend, Cheryl Hannon. Friends may call on Tuesday, January 13, 2004, from 6 to 9 p.m. at JOSEPH GAWLER'S SONS, 5130 Wisconsin Ave. at Harrison St., NW, Washington, DC. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 11 a.m. at Ukranian Catholic National Shrine of The Holy Family, 4250 Harewood Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20017. There will be additional funeral services at Mayo Funeral Home, 110 Chestnut St., Berwick, PA, on Thursday, January 15 at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Cyril and Methodius Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Ukranian Catholic National Shrine of Holy Family Building Fund.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 13, 2004.

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B.John Williams

January 16, 2004

Mary, my deepest condolences cannot convey my sense of loss. Mike was my most significant mentor in the tax law. He encouraged intellectual rigor, practical insight, thoroughness and integrity. Mike's wonderful sense of humor, his engaging smile and twinkling eyes always made him accessible. When I worked with Mike 30 years ago, I was impressed by his deep concern for others, especially the oppressed Ukrainian people. His paintings show his appreciation for detail in life and creation, in both nature and architecture. Mike was a man to emulate. I was so grateful to know him.

Steph, Jeff, and Gianna Miller

January 15, 2004

Great Uncle Mike,

How fortunate we are to have been blessed with you in our family. All families should be so lucky. We will always remember your stories with a smile. Although your time with your great, great niece Gianna was brief, she will grow up knowing what a wonderful man you are. You truely put the "great" in Great Uncle. We love you always

Jennifer Bedosky

January 14, 2004

My great Uncle Mike passed away and left a hugh void in many people's hearts. He was truly an incredible man and inspiration to those who were lucky enough to know him. You will be greatly missed.

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