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Michael A. Gestiehr

April 23, 1984 - October 16, 2018

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Obituary For Michael A. Gestiehr

April 23, 1984 - October 16, 2018

Gestiehr, Michael, age 34, unexpectedly on October 16, 2018 of Whitehall. Beloved son of Ronald "Gus" and Nancy Gestiehr; loving brother of Ronald (Carolyn) Gestiehr and Dana (Victor) Bell; fun loving uncle of Jack Gestiehr, Grace Curran, Brooke, Brenna and Victor Bell; grandson of the late Betty Krasalka and Albert and Anna Mae Sinopoli. Also survived by numerous loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Mike enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, going to camp, laughing and loving life. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Friday, October 19, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers and in Michael's memory, please reach out to anyone who may be struggling with addiction.

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  • December 11, 2019

    Nancy, Gus and Family. My sincere sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your son. Life is so fragile and we must go on. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Spuds

  • December 11, 2019

    Nancy and Gus, I just now opened (it's Saturday afternoon) an e-mail from John Pranaitis and was very saddened to hear the news of your loss. I will remember your son in my prayers. If he had hardships and trials in this life I believe he is in a happier place now. Larry Diersen

  • December 11, 2019

    My heartfelt sympathy to family and friends of Michael. I will keep all of you in my prayers! Sincerely, Kay

  • December 11, 2019

    Guss and Nancy I donâ??t know where to begin Gus was like a brother to me growing up he was one of my best friends and I canâ??t believe Today has come. Honestly one of the greatest guys I ever had the pleasure of meeting we had a lot of good times together some good some bad. At one point in our lives we went our separate ways to Mikey struggled some days. But I would never turn my back on him I was always there for him and I want to give my condolences to Ron and the rest of the Gestieher family I am not able to make the viewing I am out of town for work. He was my a great man and will never be forgotten.

  • December 11, 2019

    To Gus, Nancy & family, i don't know you personally but I am a parent. I truly want to extend my sincere condolences in the loss of your precious son. Losing a loved one is always difficult, but when it is your child, it is heartbreaking!! May your family, friends and most of all Almighty God be with and comfort you in the days and months ahead. (Isaiah 41:10, 13; Psalm 83:18; Rev 21:4) Please try to get the brochure, "When Someone You Love Dies" (jw.org). It was a tremendous help for me during my time of lost. Again, my condolences and prayers for your family.

  • December 11, 2019

    Dear Ron and Gestiehr family, My most sincere sympathies to you all in the loss of your loved one. May he be wrapped in the arms of the angels and rest in peace. God Bless him. Sincerely, Elaine Brown

  • December 11, 2019

    To the entire Gestiehr family... our hearts are absolutely broken for the pain that we know you are each feeling. You are in our hearts, and our thoughts... Mike was a good man, and I can only hope that he's being greeted by my brother, Sean - and that they're both smiling and playing a little soccer somewhere together, free from the struggles they both experienced here. You have our deepest sympathies for your loss, and our support for your days ahead. My sincerest hope that you're all able to find a bit of peace amidst the pain. ~ Alison Hindman Talleri & The Hindman Family

  • December 11, 2019

    Gus, Nancy and family, I am so sorry for your loss and all of our loss. Mike left this Earth way too soon. I remember all of the fun times we had up the Melrose on wing night. I found so much goodness in Mike's soul. He was funny, nice and my heart breaks because the World not only lost a good man, but also lost a great son, brother, grandson, nephew and such a good friend to so many people. This is not goodbye Mike, this is "we will see you later." My prayers are with all of his family and friends during this rough time. Try to remember all of the good times! I believe that is what he would have wanted. With Love, Rose

  • December 11, 2019

    Ron, Gus, Nancy & Dana & family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless all of you.

  • December 11, 2019

    So very sorry for the tragic loss of your dear loved one. Life seems so unfair to lose someone so dear to you. The Bible provides true comfort for grieving family. Revelation 21:4; tells us: â??And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.â?? May you find comfort in these words and your loving memories.

  • December 11, 2019

    Gus, Nancy, Ron and family, I am so sorry to hear of Mikeyâ??s passing. He was always so nice and had a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time and always. Love, Jenna (Geary) Robinson

  • December 11, 2019

    Clare, my sincere sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your nephew. You are in my thoughts and prayers.