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Joseph J. Mihaliak, 89

June 22, 2015

Joseph J. Mihaliak, 89, of Lancaster, passed away Monday, June 22, 2015, at the Lebanon VA Medical Center. He celebrated 65 years of marriage with his wife Teresa (Ziegler) Mihaliak on July 5, 2014. Joe was born in Coatesville to the late James and Victoria (Antolchek) Mihaliak.

Joe served 4 years in the US Navy as a Seaman First Class during WWII in the Pacific on board the USS Kearsage doing the work of a boatswains mate. He retired from Federal Mogul and then drove for Way Messenger Service. Joe was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus Council 867. He was an avid Philadelphia Sports Fan.

In addition to his wife Teresa, Joe is survived by 6 children: William A. Mihaliak, Hallam, Constance A. Winters (Skip), Quarryville, Joseph J. Mihaliak, II, (Carol), Highspire, Brian J. Mihaliak (Dawn), East Petersburg, Cheryl L. Mihaliak, Lancaster, and Mark J. Mihaliak, Hendersonville, TN; and 7 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and his brother John Mihaliak, Coatesville. Joe was predeceased by his siblings Wendel Mihaliak, James Mihaliak, Mildred Tolbert and Agnes Jean Sturgis.

Many thanks to the staff at Lebanon VA Medical Center Hospice.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church on Monday, June 29, 2015, at 11 AM, with Rev. Daniel C. Mitzel as Celebrant. A viewing will take place 10 to 11 AM on Monday at the church. Interment with Military Honors in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 501 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602.

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July 04, 2015

Dear Aunt and Family,
Very sorry for your loss. Uncle Joe realliy meant a lot to my brothers and me. He stood in as a Father for us, taking us to many pro sporting events in Philly. His humorous commentary on the way to and from those events meant even more to me than seeing the games. Unc could really joke around with us. With love and condolences to the entire family. Ron Vazquez

June 29, 2015

Dear Terry and Family, Please except our deepest sympathies. You are in our prayers.
Sharon Adams Danz and family
Betty Adams Reppert and family.

June 27, 2015

The world has lost an amazing man. Although I’ve never had the honor of meeting Mr. Mihaliak I’ve heard nothing but praise about him from his daughter Cheryl. On one of our first walks together she told me that there was no one she respected or admired more than her father. In her eyes he was the hardest working man alive and there was nothing he couldn’t fix or bulid, he was her hero! He loved the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies so much that it rubbed off all his wife and children. From what Cheryl said he worshiped the ground her mother walked on. She was his soulmate, the love of his life….hense the marriage lasting 65 years! My thoughts and prayers are with the Mihaliak family, especially Cheryl. Who frankly was the best daughter that her father could ever ask for! Warmest regards, Jack Carter

June 26, 2015

My thoughts and prayers of comfort are with Teresa and the entire Mihaliak family. Joe was a wonderful person who will be missed. I will be there with you in spirit on Monday as you celebrate Joe’s life. From my heart to yours. <3
Sue Daum

Visitation: Monday, June 29, 2015; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church; 501 E. Orange St.; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Monday, June 29, 2015; 11:00 AM; St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church; 501 E. Orange St.; Lancaster, PA
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