Michael Opiel, 69, of Memphis, TN passed away January 16, 2022. He was born on January 16, 1953 to Edward and Adeline Opiel. Michael had many wonderful qualities about him. He never met a stranger, and had a wonderful sense of humor. Michael was a music fanatic, enjoyed playing the piano, and gardening. He was multilingual speaking English, Latin, and Polish. It was well known that Michael was a very giving person, always thinking of others before himself. He will truly be missed by his friends and family. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Adeline Opiel. He is survived by his daughters, Julie Opiel and Melissa Opiel; siblings, Stan Opiel (Stephanie), Vivian Farmer (Stuart), Tim Opiel, Andy Opiel (Nancy), Jeffrey Opiel, Mary Beth Gill (Greg), Ann Kathryn Nappier (David), and Roger Opiel; 3 nieces; and 1 nephew. There will be a gathering of family and friends on Saturday, January 22, 2022 from 5-8pm at Family Funeral Care, 4925 Summer Ave., Memphis, TN 38122.
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