Michael J. Grabowski, 69, a 36-year resident of Las Vegas, passed away suddenly at home on July 14, 2011. Born on December 19, 1941 in Harrison, NJ, Mike was the only child of Adam and Lottie Grabowski, who pre-deceased him. He is survived by his wife of 40 wonderful years; Marilyn, by numerous relatives in New Jersey, and by Harry Parson his best friend from childhood days. Raised in Kearny NJ, he was a graduate of Kearny High School and of Monmouth College and a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) fraternity. He was honorably discharged after serving in Vietnam in the Army. Together with his wife Marilyn, Mike ran numerous successful businesses both in Las Vegas and Lake Arrowhead, CA and retired in 2004. More importantly, Mike will sorely be missed by his numerous friends and family for his great humor, personality, compassion and for making everyone feel like they were his best friend. Memorial donations to: Monastery of San Giuseppe, via della Nocetta 83, 00186 Rome Italy.
Arrangements under the direction of Palm South Jones Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.