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1953 - 2010
Lawrence Michael Mike Galuk, 57, of Huntington, WV died November 3, 2010 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. He was born July 10, 1953 in Ashland, KY and was a graduate of holy Family Catholic School. He retired from Heiners Bakery in 2002. Mike was an avid drag racer and member of IHRA. In 2005 he took first place at the Mr. Gasket Pro-Am in Mooresville, NC
He is survived by his loving family, wife Debra Lynn and daughter Stephanie Michelle both of Huntington, WV. His close friends include Greg, Joe, Danny Sr., Danny Jr., Chip, Charley, Michael, the Bentley family and his beloved Black Lab, Austin. He was a lifelong animal lover and advocate.
Funeral services will be held at Reger Funeral Chapel, Huntington, at 2:00 pm Monday, November 8, 2010 by Monsignor Lawrence Luciana.
Visitation will be from 6-8 pm Sunday, November 7, 2010 at the Reger Funeral Home. Contribution envelopes will be available during the visitation and funeral service for Little Victories Animal Rescue or Cabell-Wayne Animal Shelter
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There are currently 11 condolences.
Donna L. Balmer
Wednesday March 30, 2011 at
12:05 PM
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Debbie and family,
We have never met. I am Mike's first cousin, Donna (nee Kucich) from New York and am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing.
My mother, Lena, was Mike's aunt (Walter's sister). Just to keep you to date on family affairs, Walter's other sister, Betty, was diagnosed w/ Alzheimer's a few years ago. She passed away last year - oddly enough 3 days after Alex passed away in California; he was Walter's brother.
My mom, Lena, is the last surviving sibling. My Dad, Bill, passed in 2002 from cancer.
My mom will be 90 this year and still lives alone, though struggles tremendously with arthritis.
I am in Rochester, NY, my sister Nancy is in Virginia Beach with my mom, and Betty's daughter, Gale, is outside of Harrisburg near her dad, Earl. Arthritis has taken it's toll on her as well.
I was born almost exactly a year after Mike. The last time we met, I was 12 or 13 and he and Uncle Walter and Aunt Ann took a trip up north to visit the families. They stayed w/ us a few days. They were living in Ashland at the time and we were on Long Island.
I still have a picture of Stephanie that must have been sent with her birth announcement.
Again, I'm so sorry for your loss and please feel free to get in touch if you wish.
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Caleb Aniol
Wednesday November 10, 2010 at
8:36 AM
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Hello, My name is Caleb and I am one of Jehovahs Witnesses. Im very sorry for the death that youve experienced in your family recently. Ive just been sharing a comforting scripture with you and similar individuals who have lost dear loved ones in death. John 11:25 says... "He that exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life."
We agree with the bible when it says at Acts 24:15... that there will be a resurrection, of both the righteous and unrighteous.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.. please know that we are thinking of you and your family during this hardship.
Thank you for your time,
Sincerely,
Caleb Aniol
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Kelly Travis Smith
Monday November 8, 2010 at
3:18 PM
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Stephanie, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your Mother.
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Lambert, Stacie & Julia Ridings
Monday November 8, 2010 at
9:24 AM
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Mike was a great friend and racer. We will miss him. Our local animal shelters are in need of food, so I will give in honor of Mike. Peace and comfort to Debra and Stephanie, and all of his friends.
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Kerri Dettmer
Sunday November 7, 2010 at
8:52 PM
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I am so, so sorry, Jules. If there is anything at all I can do, please, let me know. I know your father must have been a remarkable person because of what a remarkable young woman you have become. I'm thinking of you and your mom and praying for both of you.
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Pat and Bill Tabor
Sunday November 7, 2010 at
7:39 PM
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Debbie and Stephanie--You are in our prayers. Love, Pat and Bill
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Cindy Del Checcolo
Sunday November 7, 2010 at
4:48 PM
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We worked together for the longest time and I heard you speak of Mike often. I don't think I ever had the pleasure of meeting him. You always spoke of him with love and kindness and deepest respect. I know your heart is broken but time and prayers will help ease the pain but never the loss. He will always be in your heart. God bless and keep you and your daughter.
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Dora Ann Akers
Sunday November 7, 2010 at
3:31 PM
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Debbie & Steph
I am so sorry for your great loss. Mike was such a fine person. I pray for God's comfort for you.
Love you
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Dora Ann Akers
Sunday November 7, 2010 at
3:16 PM
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Deb & Stephanie,
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GingerChapman
Sunday November 7, 2010 at
7:22 AM
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Deb & Stephanie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember all of the times Mike came into the clinic and gave me a hard time!! He was a great man and I know that he will be greatly missed. My God's grace and love guide you through this difficult time. I'm praying for you both.
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Jerri Shaffer
Saturday November 6, 2010 at
8:37 PM
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Deb: I am so very sorry for your loss. You and Steph are in my thoughts and prayers.
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