Michael J Usiak, Age 73, of Madison, CT passed away unexpectedly on August 11th, 2019 with family by his side. Michael was born February 10th, 1946 in Manhattan, NY to the late Benjamin & Herta Usiak, previously residing in Yonkers, NY.
Mr. Usiak served in the United States Marine Corps, followed by a career as a highly decorated NYC Police Detective serving out of the 48th Precinct in the Bronx starting in 1968. Throughout his career as a detective he made over 500 high-danger arrests and was honored at the department’s 1976 Medal Day with the 2nd Highest medal, the Police Combat Cross.
Michael was a devoted and adored father, grandfather and friend who cherished time spent with family. A light hearted man, he had a loving and gentle nature with a great sense of humor.
He was a die-hard Yankees and New York “Football” Giants fan, and well-known within the family for his sports knowledge, in addition to his ability to keep everyone updated on world news. He loved Root beer floats, Scones, PF Changs, and most recently, Starbucks Macchiatos.
Michael will be most remembered for his devotion to his family, his sense of humor, his great advice, and his uncanny ability to always make everyone feel loved, appreciated, and smile.
Michael is survived and will be dearly missed by his son, Michael Usiak and wife Maria Usiak of Madison, CT, his daughter Lisa Usiak of Madison, CT, his former wife Nancy Usiak, of Melbourne, FL, grandchildren Michael, Blake and Brooke Usiak of Madison, CT, many nephews and nieces within the Usiak family, and of course, the NYC Police Brotherhood.
Memorial services will be held Sunday, August 18th with visitation hours from 1-4pm & mass from 4-5pm, at Swan Funeral Home in Madison, CT. Burial with Military & Police Honors will be held at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Hawthorne, NY on Monday, August 19th, at 11:30 am.
Since Michael was a big supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project, memorial donations in his memory may also be made in lieu of flowers.
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