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Michael Wadzita Obituary


MICHAEL JOSEPH WADZITA
August 4, 1956 ˜ November 1, 2018

Michael Joseph Wadzita, born on August 4, 1956 in Richland, Washington, to the late Elizabeth Wadzita and the late Mike Wadzita, passed away on November 1, 2018 at the age of 62 in Vancouver, Washington.
Michael graduated from Elizabethtown College in 1978 with a Bachelor Degree in Physics. He was in the Test and Measurement Industry at Tektronix as a Marketing Product Planner for 40 years until retiring in 2018. Michael was the beloved husband of Pamela Wadzita for 34 years. He is survived by his sons, Alec Wadzita and Matthew Wadzita; daughter, Tori Wadzita; and sister, Mary Woth. He also leaves behind his adored dog, Gillyweed.
Mike loved all that the Northwest had to offer. He had a passion for hiking, camping, rock climbing, metal working, metal music, Disney family trips, and working on the family Volvos.
Friends and family are welcome to attend the funeral service on Thursday, November 29 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 400 S Andresen Road, Vancouver, Washington, 98661.
Donations in Michael’s name to Street Roots (Portland, OR), Give Kids The World, and American Lung Cancer Association are welcome and appreciated.
Hamilton-Mylan Funeral Home, Inc. is handling arrangements.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits

Published by The Columbian on Nov. 18, 2018.
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I just read about Mike and am so very sad. The world is a dimmer place now. I have many memories of him, one of the best being his sitting with Katy in front of your fireplace. one Christmas. They are both smiling down at us now. You have a special family and will somehow survive his loss, Love to you.

Sally Sellers

November 20, 2018

I'm so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I worked with him for most of my 20 years at Tektronix. I know he will be deeply missed.

Nancy Brown

November 20, 2018

Pam and Family, we are so sorry to hear about Michael. Our family will be praying that he will rest in the peace of God's love and for comfort and support for all of you.

Claire & Rick Cano

November 19, 2018

So very sorry to hear of Michael passing. I remember him from St. Joe's-a very special man. My prayers will be with you Pam and your family.

Cheri Nollenberger

November 19, 2018

so sorry to hear of your loss, heaven just gained another angle.

don morin

November 19, 2018

A light extinguished too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family, colleagues, and friends. We have good memories of working with him.

George & Barbara Malin

November 18, 2018

Much love, prayers and positive thoughts sent your way.

Kathy Diez

November 18, 2018

We're so sorry to hear about Mike. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Beth Anderson

November 18, 2018

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