Michael P. Grabowski
Born: Fri., May 2, 1958
Died: Wed., Nov. 11, 2015
Interment
Visitation
8:30 AM to 10:30 AM, Mon., Nov. 16, 2015
Location: Gubbiotti Funeral Home,LLC
Funeral Service
11:00 AM Mon., Nov. 16, 2015
Location: Gubbiotti Funeral Home,LLC
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Michael P. Grabowski, 57, of Exeter, passed away on Wednesday November 11, 2015 .
Born in Pittston, he was the son of the late John and Anna Thomas Grabowski.
Michael was a 1976 graduate of Wyoming Area School District and was employed by the Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce as the assistant property manager for the past 15 years.
He belonged to the Laborers Union #130, Scranton and was a member of the Mason Union, West Pittston and the Shriners.
He was also an avid golfer and was the co-founder and President of the “Man Club”.
Anyone that has ever met mike would agree that he was the most loving, compassionate, and selfless man. Mike would do anything for a family member or friend in need, even if that meant putting his own needs on hold. Mike had so many friends and so many loved ones, because he loved with all his heart.
Mike's laugh was contagious. He was a fun,and funny man. Mike's hug was warm. He was a personable, friendly man. So, to know Mike is to miss Mike. We will all miss the light he brought into our lives; we will always remember the love he shared with us.
Surviving are his wife of 7 years, the former Jean Stashefsky and children Michelle and her husband Timothy Figueroa, Mountaintop, Daniel and his fiancée, Jackie, Exeter and a brother John and his partner Paul, Exeter, and a sister Annette and her husband Gary Steinbacher, Boyertown.
Also 2 nieces.
Relatives and friends may call on Monday from 8:30am until 10:30am at the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter.
A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 11:00am at St. Monica’s Parish, 8th St., West Wyoming with the Rev. Leo McKernan, pastor, as celebrant.
Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Slovak Cemetery, Schooley St., Exeter.
To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com
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Susan Thomas
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Posted Fri November 13, 2015
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of need.
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K Dougherty
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Posted Fri November 13, 2015
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Jean,
I have experienced a good bit of lose in my short lifetime. I am not religious but have found my own way of grieving that provides a sliver of comfort in this weird yet wonderful life we live in. A physicist would remind you of the first law of thermodynamics; that no energy gets created in the universe, and none is destroyed. That all of Mike's energy, every vibration, every Btu of heat, every wave of every particle that was him remains with you in this world. All the photons that ever bounced off of his face, all the particles who paths were interrupted by his smile, hundreds of trillions of particles, have raced off like children, their ways forever changed by his presence. All those photons that bounced from him were gathered in the particle detectors of your eyes, and those photons created within your electromagnetically charged neurons, that energy, will go on forever. The warmth that flowed through him in his life is still here, still part of all that we are. Take comfort in knowing his energy is still around and that you are not alone. Your friends are here for you, we miss you.
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Richard Stepanski
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Posted Fri November 13, 2015
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 SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent by Debbie and Rich.
Jean, We are so sorry for your loss.
Debbie Augustine and Rich Stepanski
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Deeann Pavlick
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Posted Fri November 13, 2015
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To Jean, there's no words I could even say of the grief you must be going through I am so very very sorry for your loss and for his family also .To Michael ,the gentleman inside of you only lives in so many men and you were definitely one ,there's no two ways about it . You were very good friend to me and I will always remember you God bless you god bless your wife and God bless your family , sincerely Deeann
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Butch and Ginger Tokach
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Posted Sat November 14, 2015
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Jeanne, We're so sorry to hear of your lose. We were in Canada and just got home today. Sandy's daughter e-mailed Sandy to tell us. We were with Sandy and Richie for 10 days up in Canada.
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Terry Kulakowski
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Posted Sat November 14, 2015
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I am so shocked and very sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike at the Chamber. He was very caring and a friend.
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Helen Dennison Hebert
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Posted Sat November 14, 2015
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I was sadden to learn about Mike's death. I was a classmate of his. His obituary captured the Mike I fondly remember. Always happy with a quick wit and smile. We've lost way to many classmates far to early. My condolences to his family.
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Curry Donuts North Main Street Wilkes-Barre
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Posted Sat November 14, 2015
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Our condolences on your loss. We will always remember Michael!
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Debi and Eulah Traverse
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Posted Sat November 14, 2015
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We are so sorry for your loss. Both mom and I wish you peace on knowing he's in a wonderful place.
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Donald And Norma Cooper
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Posted Sat November 14, 2015
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What a shocker Jennie, I have to agree Mike was a great neighbor and a wonderful person.Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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Ann Young
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Posted Sun November 15, 2015
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Jean,
I am so sorry. I can't imagine what you are feeling or going thru. I had so many great conversations with you and Mike at the Woodlands. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann
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Cecilia, Stephanie, Mark, Tyler & Carter
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Posted Sun November 15, 2015
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We are saddened by the untimely passing of Mike. His kindness and energy will always be remembered with love and smiles. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Linda Vensky Wagner Wyoming Area Class of 1975
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Posted Sun November 15, 2015
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Dear Jean and Family So sorry for the loss of your beloved Michael. I grew up with Mike in Exeter and went to school with him. He was such a great guy. With my deepest sympathy and prayers to you at this most difficult time.
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Michele Mesbit
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Posted Mon November 16, 2015
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Jean, I am so sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Tom Thompson
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Posted Mon November 16, 2015
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Jean and family of Mike:
One thing I've learned in my 57 years on earth is that our time here is short. Too short. We never get to spend the amount of time we really want with the ones we love. I didn't know Mike that well, but enough to say "hi" and "how's it going?" and I know the ones who knew him well said nothing but kind things about his generosity and character. Mike was a well-loved by many as attested in his obituary and his life touched a lot of people in a positive way...and this will live on in those people he touched. My heart-felt condolences go out to all of his family and friends, especially to Jean, his wife, and my co-worker. May God comfort you and may you smile and get comfort from the memories you made in your time together.
Tom T.
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david ryan
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Posted Mon November 16, 2015
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jean,
i just recently heard and wanted to express my deepest regrets concerning the passing of mike. he was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him. my/our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this most difficult of times.
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Jacki Mehelchick
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Posted Mon November 16, 2015
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Dear Jack and entire family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss.
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Larry Dobash
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Posted Mon November 16, 2015
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Jean,
I am sorry. I wish you the strength during your time of sadness. I enjoyed seeing and speaking with Mike. I will miss him.
Please take care.
Larry
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Miriam Stas
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Posted Mon November 16, 2015
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Jean, having faced loss myself, it is truly a most difficult time. The loss surreal and the pain unimaginable. Mike was such a great guy and he touched so many of our lives that he will remain in our hearts and minds forever. May God Bless you and watch over you in your time of need and always.
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Julie smithonic remus
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Posted Mon November 16, 2015
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dear annette and family . So sorry for your loss.
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John Lepore
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Posted Wed December 13, 2017
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I just want to offer my condolences to Mike's family. I happened to be on the Gubbiotti web site and say a familiar face. I was a sophomore on the football team when Mike was a Senior. Again, I am sorry. :(
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