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Michael J. Lopatic, 58

July 03, 2022

Michael John Lopatic, of Lancaster, passed away July 3, 2022 at Lancaster General Hospital. He was born to Raymond and Francis in Harrisburg, PA.

Michael enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus and the Millersville VFW Post 7294. He was a true craftsman and loved restoring antiques and instruments.

In addition to his parents, Michael is survived by his wife, Chinh T. Lopatic, 5 children: Amber, Michael, Ramsey, Mayciann, and Coleby; two granddaughters: Samantha and Zayah; and one brother Raymond E. Lopatic, Jr.

Family will receive friends on Friday, July 8, 2022 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603 from 9am-10am with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10am. Interment will be held at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery on Monday July 11, 2022 at 2:30pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Chinh Lopatic to help with funeral expenses.

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March 07, 2023

Let’s go Darwin!
Pastor Kevin

September 16, 2022

Mike Lopatic saved my life. He stopped at my home a few months ago and said his god told him a marine needed his help here and I did! See mike was an older version of myself and I’m in the va getting help now because mike said what are u waiting for devil dog?i planned on a future with mike and only learned of his death today 9/16/22 while searching for his number to tell him I made it! My heart hurts that he’s gone but god used mike to save my life! 717 5387429 isp my number I’d love to speak to his children or wife if he talked about me at all??mike I’ll see you again one day I know I will til then ty for saving my life! Semper Fidelis! 
Joshua Hickey

July 09, 2022

We are so saddened at the passing of a very dear friend and brother in Christ.  We send our deepest condolences and are praying for Chinh and her family as they grieve this great loss.  ❤

July 08, 2022

It’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, Mike will be remembered and loved, may looking back at his memory help comfort you. Our deepest sympathies to the Lopatic family and friends. Love Bryan, Connie and Dustin Lopatic

July 08, 2022

Dear Uncle Ray, Fran & family,
Thinking of you and praying for your peace and comfort, as you remember your fond memories with Michael.  He will be missed by so many people.  RIP, cousin Michael. Love, Leezette Lopatic

July 07, 2022

We are deeply sorry for your loss.Please accept our heartfelt condolences, words cannot begin to express the sadness your family is feeling right now, God rest his soul. 
Fondly,
The Sage Family

 

July 06, 2022

I am deeply saddened Mike was my friend Worked with Mike at HD and remained friends for years
 
Rest in Peace
Bill Torres

July 06, 2022

Michael was my best friend in school . He sat next to me for years. I’m so sad to get this news. I always loved him as my friend.
 

July 06, 2022

So sorry to hear about Mike. We ran around together during our high school years. We had some great times. He will be missed by many people. God bless the Lopatic family. 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤

July 06, 2022

The loss of my Son is unbearable to me.  Mike was a Big man with a gentle heart and would help anyone in need.  He loved his wife and children and grandchildren dearly
Our hearts are broken for such an unexcepted loss. As his Mother,  I don’t know how to heal my broken heart.  He was always an adventurous little boy and played football until he graduated High School.  Then he became a big bad Marine Semper Fi and even though he was wounded, he was proud to be a Marine all his life. My heart breaks for his Brother that is left alone. I loved my two boys with all my whole heart and will forever more!
Val & I will miss Mike and Chinh’s visits to Florida!  To my Grandsos and Grandaughters, please cherish your fond memories of your Dad.
With all our Love and Prayers from Mom and Step-Dad Val
Memory Eternal ❤️❤️
 
 
 
 

July 06, 2022

My heart is heavy.  I just saw him at Mass on Sunday and was led to pray for him and his family’s peace as they have been through so much.  Thank you God for receiving Mike into your glorious kingdom as heaven is his home-never this world.  Chinh, Mike made a Godly difference in this world and I am blessed to have known him.  I didn’t know him well but what I did know is that he was a faithful man of God who loved Jesus and served Him and others.
May peace be with you and your family.
Truly,
Audrea Fuhrman

July 06, 2022

So saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. I stopped to say a prayer for his family, no words can be said to ease the grief that we go through, but the Bible says,  “Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” R.I.P. and Semper Fidelas Marine.

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Friday, July 08, 2022
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
St. Mary's Catholic Church
119 S. Prince St.
Lancaster, PA 17603
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Lancaster, PA 17603
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