Peter P. Mikelk

North Brookfield - Peter P. Mikelk, 87, died Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at his daughter’s home surrounded by his family.

He leaves two daughters, Marlene Young and her husband Maurice of Palmer and Tammy Mikelk of Worcester; a grandson, Michael Young of Palmer; a great granddaughter, Kathleen Young of Agawam and Janet Adams.  He was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Doris R. (Jandrow) Mikelk in 2009, a son Steven in 1981and a daughter Michelle in 1958.  He was born in Worcester, son of the late Stanley and Bernice (Brazowski) Mikelk and was a lifelong resident of North Brookfield.

Pete retired from the Quaboag Corporation in 1993. Following his retirement he continued to do the things he most enjoyed; carpentry, hunting and fishing. He loved the outdoors and most especially the sun. He was a good man with a very big heart and was a loving husband and father. He will be missed more than words can express.

Funeral Services for Peter will be held privately and burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in North Brookfield.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, P. O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241.  Varnum Funeral Home, Inc., 43 East Main St., West Brookfield is assisting his family with arrangements.

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