Michael Sweet Obituary

Michael Sweet joined our heavenly Father on Sunday, February 28, 2010. He was born October 9, 1929 in Kalusz, Poland. During the invasion of Poland, he and his family were brutally removed from their home and interred in a forced labor camp in Siberia, Russia. They endured unimaginable hardships, losing many family members. Michael, as one of the fortunate few, was later liberated with General Sikorski's help. He then proudly served with Polish and British combat forces during WWII. He immigrated to the United States in 1955 and was drafted into the US Army retiring as Master Sergeant after 20 distinguished years of service. His tours of duty included Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. He gallantly served one combat tour with the 25th Infantry Division in Vietnam. As soldiers during WWII, Michael and an older brother's journeys took them through such countries as Iran, Iraq, Israel and Egypt. After WWII as a young man, Michael was finally reunited with his family in England. In 1954 Michael married the love of his life Antonina (Tabis), in Chipping Campden, England. His loving wife of 55 years survives and deeply mourns his passing. He is also survived by his daughter Krystyna (Trzos) her husband Thaddeus, granddaughters Stephany and Katherine; son Edward and granddaughter Madeline; and son Richard, who miss him profoundly. Additionally, he is survived by numerous siblings, nieces, nephews, and cousins around the world. His parents and several siblings preceded him in death. Visitation is from 4 - 6 p.m this evening followed by a Rosary at Dove-Witt Funeral Home, 6630 South Highway 85-87, Fountain. A Catholic Mass will be held for Michael Thursday, 10:00 am at St. Dominic's, 565 Marquette Drive, in Security. Burial with full military honors will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.