Michael David Corgiat
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On August 18, 2021 @ 10:27 am In 2021,Obituaries | 22 Comments
Michael Corgiat, age 61, of Lakeville, Minnesota, passed away on August 15, 2021, in the comfort of his home.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at Stanton Airfield (1235 Highway 19 Boulevard) in Dennison, MN. A time of gathering will begin at 12:30 PM, with a funeral service at 2:00 PM, followed by a lunch in the airplane hangar. Pastor Dan Poffenberger presiding. Memorials are preferred and will be distributed in Mike’s memory by the family. Family and friends who can’t attend in-person are invited to stream the service at the following link: Michael Corgiat Funeral Service (Meeting ID: 820 5255 7159 / Passcode: 910225).
Michael David Corgiat was born on August 5, 1960, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Elden and Marion (Meyer) Corgiat. He graduated from West Allis Central High School in 1978. Mike worked at Borden Dairy for over 10 years.
Mike married Pamela (Verban) in 1987. The couple moved to Minnesota so Mike could chase his dream of working for Northwest Airlines, and they had their daughter, Katie, in 1992. Mike remarried in 2003 to Gaye (Gravel), and the couple settled down in Lakeville, Minnesota.
Michael’s airline career spanned 31 years, with him holding various below-wing training roles at Northwest Airlines, Regional Elite, and Delta Airlines. He was an active member of EAA and the Rich Valley R/C Club. Every year, Mike volunteered his time at Oshkosh Airshow in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, as part of the Helicopter Operations Volunteer Crew. Aviation was truly his lifelong passion. Michael was also a volunteer firefighter on the Lakeville – Station 3 Fire Department from August 20, 2002-March 1, 2008.
Forever loved, Mike will be greatly missed by his wife, Gaye (Gravel) Corgiat; daughter, Katie Corgiat; brothers Alan (Carol) Corgiat, Mark (Jeannie) Corgiat; sister, Sue (Mike) Janiuk; many nieces and nephews; other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
The Corgiat family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mike’s outstanding medical care team during his journey: Mike’s oncologist, Dr. B. Kumar, nurse, Angie, and the entire nursing staff at Fairview Cancer Center – Edina. We would also like to express appreciation for the excellent care teams at Fairview Southdale Hospital Station 88, AseraCare Hospice, and Recover Care.
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So sorry for loss of Mike to family and friends. He is now at peace.
Sorry for loss. Always enjoyed working and visiting with Mike.
Gaye I’m so very sorry praying for Gods grace , comfort and peace . You are in my prayers
Aloha,
I started with Mike with Northwest Airlines. He was a great person and good memories. Sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry for your loss! Prayers for continued healing and strength as you grieve. The memories will live on in your hearts forever. – Lori
Gaye,
I’m so so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing. What a fighter he was! I’m happy to have met him a couple of times with you stopping by in his motorcycle. And him helping with your “designer” garage sale. May it bring comfort to know we care.
Stop over for a chat anytime.
Katie, thank you for keeping up with the caring bridge and accept our sincere condolences.
Love
Lisa and Rob
Bless you for your constant watch over your dad, Katie. Sympathy also to his brother and family.
Praying that Mike is at peace with our Lord. Take care ❤️❤️
Gaye and Katie,
Thinking of you and prayers for peace during this challenging time of loss. He was quite the fighter and mentor to us all.
Vicki Seidl
Prayers for your entire family on Mike’s passing. Always enjoyed talking with Mike when he visited the deice tower. In addition to work I always enjoyed catching up on some of our similar interests when bumping into one another on the Milwaukee flights. RIP my friend.
I never knew Mike but I have known Katie for several years and hearing of his story has been inspirational. Mike has had a full life, be it cut short and he will be missed by his many friends and family.
As a member of the Lakeville Station 3 team where Mike was a valued member we will hold him and his family in our prayers
Gaye and family…so sorry for your loss. May you all find love and comfort in the arms of the Lord
Gayle, Katie, and family, I just want to let you know Im praying for all of you. My God wrap his arms around all of you and comfort you. Hold on to the memories, they will comfort you. My heart goes out to all of you.
I am so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful man. I went to High School with Mike and he will be missed by the class. He always had such a wonderful smile. Prayers to the family at this time and peace for Mike and the release of his pain.
So sad to hear the news of Mike’s passing. I worked with Mike for many years with Northwest and Delta. He was always passionate about the task, but had the ability to make real connections with the people he came in contact with. Take comfort in that he will be in many people’s thoughts and prayers. We will all miss Mike.
Katie,
You have had quite a load this past year. While we didn’t know your dad, we knew you. He must have been so proud of you. Katie, we wish God’s blessings on you and your dad’s family. Now is the time to heal. We love you, Katie. Hope to see more of you.
Love in Christ,
Dennis & Angela Callister
Mike you were such a nice man to work with at NWA. You will be forever missed.
My prayers are with you
I know Mike is with our lLord as he watching over his family until you are all together again.
Katie, You and others who loved your dad are in our prayers especially this evening and tomorrow as his life is celebrated. May his service bring comfort and a measure of healing. We will be at the service and upholding you in prayer throughout. Aunt Sharon and Uncle Jerry
Good morning Katie, Gaye and Mike’s brothers and sisters….
No one deserves to have his life celebrated more than your father. I feel honored to call Mike one of the best friends anyone could possibly ask for in his life. A remarkable father, husband brother and son, Mike made everybody who knew him smile and a better person. I’ll never forget him and have special memories of our close friendship in my heart forever.
While he fought an heroic battle against an evil enemy, we can take comfort in knowing he’s at peace in a much better place smiling down on everyone and offering a helping hand to those who need one in his own special way.
I wish I could attend the service, but circumstances prevent that from happening. I’ll be there in spirit, like Mike, and online, to share in a special remembrance of a special guy.
You’re all in my thoughts. Please take comfort in all your wonderful memories of Mike!!!
Scott
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Katie, your father and entire family are in our prayers. We pray you all gain peace and enjoy the memories that will be with you forever. May God have accept your dad in his loving arms.