OBITUARY

Michael A. Marusarz

May 24, 1936 – September 16, 2016

Michael A. Marusarz of Lakemont, New York passed away on September 16, 2016 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center surrounded by his family. Mike was born on May 24, 1936 in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. He was pre-deceased by his parents George and Agnes Marusarz; three sisters and nine brothers.

Mike is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Grace (Roof) Marusarz; his children, Duane (Deborah) Marusarz of Kansas City, Missouri; Romaine (Harold) Sexton of Himrod; Lorraine (Michael) Jayne of Lakemont; Lisa (William) Donk of Canandaigua; George Marusarz of Glenora; Carletta Hill of Dundee; 15 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mike was a veteran of the United States Army and was employed at Morton Salt until 1970, where he was injured on the job. He was an active member in the Sportsmans Club, the Legion and the VFW.

Through the years Mike enjoyed spending time with his family, bowling, fishing, horseshoes, OTB, playing cards, lottery tickets and most of all telling jokes. Mike was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He could light up any room with his smile and brought laughter to all the hearts he's touched. His legacy will live on through all the memories he's created with his loved ones.

A graveside service with Military Honors will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at 3:30pm at Hillside Cemetery in Dundee, NY. A continuation of the Celebration of Mike’s life will be held following the service at the Dundee VFW Post 8649, 125 Seneca St. Ext., Dundee, NY 14837. Memorial donations may be made in Mike’s Memory to the Dundee Volunteer Ambulance Corp., 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837

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    Thursday, September 22, 2016

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    Thursday, September 22, 2016

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Bella Brewer

April 7, 2019

If felt like yesterday me and papa mike were playing with my stuff animals😊 and he was telling me story’s about him growing up. I miss him so much. He’s dancing in heaven now 😇😔

Nelda Rodriguez Phillip

September 21, 2016

My condolences to the entire Maruzarz Family. Mike will be missed. He always had a great smile and was always friendly. May he rest in peace.

John and Mary Kellogg

September 21, 2016

To Grace and family; hopefully Mike's laughter will help sustain you through this time. Rest in peace, Mike.

September 21, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Chuck and Faith Ciprich

paul rainis

September 21, 2016

R.I.P Mike, thanks for your service

Richard Haff

September 21, 2016

We will miss you, Mike. Think of you a lot.

Lucy McCann

September 20, 2016

To the Marusarz Family, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and sending prayers to you all. RIP Mike

Shelly, Greg & Jake Harrington

September 20, 2016

We are so very sorry for Mike's passing. Please know that we are praying for you all. Sending love and hugs...

Cindy Earl (Houck)

September 20, 2016

Sending prayers out to family, so sorry for your loss

Cindy Earl (Houck)

September 20, 2016

Sending prayers out to family, so sorry for your loss

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