W. Michael Stavenik

1942 - 2017

W. Michael Stavenik obituary, 1942-2017

BORN

1942

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home for Funerals

6810 Old Trail Road

Fort Wayne, Indiana

W. Stavenik Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 11, 2017.

W. Michael Stavenik, 75, passed away unexpectedly, August 9, 2017 at Lutheran Hospital. He was the son of Bill and Frieda (Heyerly) Stavenik of Monroe, IN. He resided in Ft Wayne since 1968. He worked as a custodian for several years at Lakeside Bowling & Golf. He loved trains and was a lifelong member and contributor to the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society. He often expressed gratitude for his caregivers at Benchmark Services. He is survived by sisters, Karlo (Maynard) Logan and Roxann (Don) Carpenter both of Ft Wayne; niece, Leah Logan of Indianapolis; nephews, Jordan (Allison) Logan of Muncie, IN, Jonah (Kathryn) Carpenter of Noblesville, Luke (Shelly) Carpenter, and Andrew (Emily) Carpenter of Fort Wayne; three great-nieces; and four great-nephews, whom he cherished. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a great-nephew, Graham Carpenter. Funeral service is 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home For Funerals, 6810 Old Trail Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46809 with calling one hour prior to services. Calling will also be from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, August 14, 2017 at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Apostolic Christian Cemetery, Bluffton, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Life Training Institute or SPIM (South Pacific Island Ministries).

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August 13, 2017

Stanley Clauss

Wonderful pictures. I enjoyed Mike's friendship, and clearly Mike and his family enjoyed each other.

August 13, 2017

Beth Stroble

My sympathy to Karlo and Roxy. My brothers and I have fond memories of growing up in Monroe with Mike. I saw him years later when he was working at Lakeside. He asked after each of my brothers by name. He was a sweet guy.

August 12, 2017

Karlo, Maynard and family-You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your brother. May he rest in peace and that you will also have peace. Sincerely, Janet Yost

August 12, 2017

Jerry & Rose Jacobs

Roxann. Sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your brother, Michael. We know you were always concerned about him and you looked after him and helped him. You are to be commended for doing that. May he rest in peace.

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