Michaelene (Micki) Kucharek-Bauer, 67, traveled to her eternal home on Sunday, February 10, 2019, following a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Pontiac, MI. on June 5, 1951. She is a 1969 graduate of Wichita Heights High School. She was preceded in death by parents William (Gloria) Kucharek and brother Billy. She is survived by her husband Steve of 42 years. Brothers Roger (Claudia) Kucharek of Andover, and Edward Kucharek of Wichita. Nieces Whitney (Jesse) Franchuk of Shawnee, KS., and Marissa Kucharek of Wichita. Michaelene loved collecting fancy perfumes, taking pictures and feeding birds. She will long be remembered for her outstanding skills in cooking and baking and preparing wonderful meals for her family.
Rosary 9:30 am followed by 10:00 am Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 2351 N. Market, Wichita KS. With burial to follow at Ascension Cemetery, 7200 E 45th St N. Bel Aire, KS.
Instead of flowers, a memorial in her name has been established with the Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas, 67219.
