Michael J. Wetnicka
1955-2013
Warren-Michael J. Wetnicka, 58, of 833 Town Farm Rd. passed away on Tuesday at his home. He leaves his loving companion of many years Diane Papineau, his mother Mary Lou Wetnicka of West Brookfield, his brothers James of Ware, Jeffrey of West Warren, Joseph of West Brookfield and John of Norwood, a sister Rosemary Paolucci of North Brookfield, a special person in his life Elaine Papineau as well as many nephews, nieces and great nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his father Hiram Laird and his adoptive father Joseph Wetnicka II. He was born in Ware and lived most of his life in Warren. He worked as a supervisor for Quabaug Rubber in North Brookfield. A fun loving man, he was an avid bird watcher, and enjoyed fishing, gardening and family. Calling Hours will be held on Tuesday April 23, from 5 to 7:30 pm at the Charbonneau Funeral, 30 Pleasant St. Ware. A Prayer Service will be held that evening at 7:30 pm. The family wishes to express a special thank you to Summit ElderCare of Charlton, and the Wing Memorial Dialysis Unit in Palmer. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Michael's name to Summit ElderCare, 88 Masonic Home Rd. Charlton MA 01507 or to the Dialysis Unit at Wing Memorial Hospital, 40 Wright St. Palmer MA 01069.