Born May 26, 1934, Louis was raised in Bobtown, Pennsylvania. His parents, Joseph Andrew Michniak and Mary Jane (Wayda) Michniak died when he was a teenager. He later went to live with his beloved Aunt Helen and Uncle John Yucha in Youngsville, PA. There, he became a big brother to cousins Nancy, Tom and Dorothy Yucha. He joined the Air Force after high school because he wanted to see the world. While in the service, he was given the nickname “Mike”. He served our country in Vietnam, Japan and Australia as well as bases in Texas, Virginia, Mississippi, and Florida. He retired from the Air Force in 1974 after 20 years of service. He later worked for Castle Corporation as a technician. After retirement,
He enjoyed fishing, riding his bike through the neighborhood, puttering around in the yard, gardening and growing tomatoes.
Mike leaves behind his wife of 48 years, Diana (Archibald) Michniak, 5 children: Michael (Mary Ann) from Woodbridge, Virginia,
Debbie Smith, from Winston Salem, North Carolina, Pam VanScoy (Ken) from Heathsville, Virginia, Robert Michniak (Daphene), from Orlando, Florida and Kelly (Lee) Rogachesky from Orlando, Florida.
He also leaves behind 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Mike will be remembered for his hearty laugh, love of Lifetime movies and enjoyment of going out to dinner (as long as he had a coupon!).
Services to be held Sunday, October 14, 2018 at Baldwin Fairchild at Chapel Hill:
2420 Harrell Road
Orlando, Florida 32817
(407) 671-3919
Visitation: 1-2 PM
Funeral Services: 2 PM.
Committal Service immediately following at Chapel Hill Cemetery.
The family would like to extend an invitation to a gathering which will be held at the family home following the services.
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Revelation 21:4
