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Michael Val Papka

December 31, 1942 — July 18, 2016

CASA GRANDE-- Michael Val Papka, 73, of Casa Grande, Arizona passed away July 18, 2016. He was born on December 31, 1942 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Roman H. and Francis Helen (Barlow) Papka.


Michael is survived by:
Wife Carole A. (Przybylski) Papka, Thomas (Cynthia) R. Papka (Brother), Carol L (Winfield) Pehrson (Sister), Jason (Silvija) Papka (Nephew), Atty. Craig (Anne) Papka (Nephew), Charles (Lisa) Pehrson (Nephew) and his special K9 pal, Oscar Mire.


Michael was a gregarious man. His outgoing personality will be remembered for years to come. His love for conservative politics, golfing, the Green Bay Packers (Go, Pack, Go!), Oscar Mire and his pride in his service in The Marine Corps are what made him who he was. His love for his wife, Carole, of 45 years will be the stuff of legions for generations. The world lost a vibrant soul on July 18, 2016.


He was preceded in death by:
Parents Roman and Helen Papka.


The family will receive friends at J Warren The Gardens on July 27 from 6 pm - 8 pm. A private graveside service will be at The Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix, Arizona. Interment to follow .


Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

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Service Schedule

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Visitation

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

6:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)

Casa Grande - Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel

525 North Peart Road, Casa Grande, AZ 85122

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Burial

Veteran's Memorial Cemetery

AZ

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