David V. Michals, age 64, of Prospect Heights passed away suddenly on Friday, August 18th 2017. He is the beloved husband of Kathleen Michals nee Strok, devoted and adored father of Andrew Michals, and is treasured by his dogs Blake and Minnie. Dave was the cherished son of the late Thomas and Isabelle Michals nee Fabian; dear brother of Sandra Griffin and the late Wendy (Jim) O’Lear, the late Thomas (late Shirley) Michals and the late Randy (late Barbara) Michals; loved son-in-law of the late Andrew and Helen Strok nee Bieszczad fond uncle, cousin and friend to many.
He was also an admired and highly respected boss and mentor to his many employees at Andrew Technologies and Fun Incorporated in Wheeling, and his previously owned Mohawk Spring Corporation. His legacy will live on as he was a compassionate and generous supporter of many causes. Dave will live on in our hearts, forever.
Visitation Sunday August 27, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Rd., (at Northwest Highway) Mt. Prospect, IL 60056.
Visitation Monday, August 28, 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Ligouri Church, 411 N. Wheeling Rd., Prospect Heights, IL 60070.
Entombment All Saints Cemetery Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to American Heart Association, 208 S. LaSalle St., Ste 1500, Chicago, IL 60604 or PAWS Chicago, 1997 North Clybourn Ave. Chicago, IL 60614.