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Michael Lee Kurzawski, age 70, of Ceresco, Michigan, passed away on January 4, 2025 at home. He was born on December 1, 1954, the son of Roman Kurzawski and Margaret E. (Thatch) Kurzawski.
Mike was born in Harvey, IL and moved to Colon, MI where he graduated from Colon High School with the Class of 1973. He attended University of Michigan for 2 years on an academic scholarship. Mike truly was a Michigan Man! He coached many sports teams for his children while they were growing up and loved to participate with them. Mike retired from Post Cereal after 35 years of service. He was an avid deer hunter and fisherman and also enjoyed golfing. Winning the State Championship in 2005 with his partner Danny Byers!
Mike leaves behind his wife of 19 years, Stephanie; children, Kristy Jopek of South Carolina, Katie Mariani of Chicago; Greg Kurzawski of Indiana; two step-sons, Bill Hepler of Battle Creek, and Bob Hepler of Grand Rapids; 5 grandchildren, Denise Mariani, McKenzie Jopek, Marek Jopek, Brooke and Samuel; sister, Sherry of Colon; nephew, Jeff Wilder; and niece, Jessica Wilder. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roman and Margaret Kurzawski.
Visitation was held at the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service on Thursday, January 9, 2025.
Funeral services were held at St. Philip Roman Catholic Church on Friday, January 10, 2025 with Father Patrick Murphy officiating.
Interment take place in the Mount Olivet Cemetery.
