Michael G. “Mike” Vilsick
Michael “Mike” G. Vilsick age 75, of Quincy, IL died on Friday, November 1, 2024, in Blessing Hospital.
Mike was born in Quincy on March 29, 1949, a son of George R. and Patricia M. “Patsy” (Kipping) Vilsick. He married Rita Burton on September 25, 1975 at Quincy College Chapel. and she survives.
Mike graduated from St. Rose Grade School, then graduated from Christian Brothers High School in 1967 and Quincy College in 1971. He began his working career as a teacher at the former St. Mary Grade School, and from there was a union member of Local #1 Heat and Frost Insulaters where he was a journeyman /mechanic from 1979-2011. Mike was a member of the Sons of the American Legion of Appleton, WI.
He was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church.
Mike was a history aficionado, with a love of American History, especially the Civil War era. He was a man of simple pleasures and was both a trivia and crossword expert.
In addition to his wife Rita, survivors include his children, James M. (Cindy) Vilsick and Mary Kathryn Vilsick Flaherty and her husband Matt. Grandchildren: Lucy B Vilsick, and Theoren Vilsick. Nieces and Nephews: Jason (Cindy) Kamphaus, and their children, Gemma, Izzy and Lily, Anne Burton, Brendon Burton, Seamus Burton, Damian Greenwell, Tamara Greenwell, and Darwin Greenwell. Grandniece, Maryann Burton, Brother and sister-in-law, James (Carol) Burton, Father Bill Burton, O.F.M. and Leeann Burton.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters, Mary J. Vilsick Kamphaus and Susan “Hope” Vilsick Greenwell.
A Memorial Mass will be announced at a later date.
Private graveside services are planned with interment in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Pasa Park in Barry, IL for the Building Fund or Qunicy Notre Dame Class of 1967 Scholarship Fund. Service arrangements are with Duker & Haugh Funeral Home, messages may be shared online at www.dukerandhaugh.com
Dear Family.
My family remembers him with fine qualities and as some of us went to grade school at St. Rose parish. My sister Linda was a classmate and last saw him some years back when Chuck Wheeler as she was asked to attend a breakfast and Mike was there.
We knew his mom and dad and also grandpa Vilsick the cobbler on north 5th.
May God grant him eternal love and rest.
All the Geers children.
Mike was a brilliant historian, who never forgot information. My sons asked him sport history , they were always impressed . Mike and Rita were life partners and best friends. We will miss him
Rita
Am so sorry to hear about Mike.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. He was a good friend. He will be missed. God Bless you all.
So sorry for your loss, Rita and family. Mike was a good guy and I always enjoyed seeing you two on Tuesday nights. RIP MIke, GOD Speed.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Rita. He was a such a nice man! He will be missed by us all
Condolences to you Rita and your family. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace
Rita, I am so sorry for your loss. Many prayers sent your way.
Mary and Jim,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I know how dedicated he and your mother were to you, and your faith-filled education. I will pray that God gives your entire family the strength you need in the difficult times ahead, and that HE will fill your hearts with only the great memories that you both created, and shared with your dad. God Bless.
Rita, Jim, and Mary, we were really sad to hear about Mike’s passing. He was a smart and interesting guy. I appreciated his honest and direct approach to life. He was a great brother-in-law. We send your entire family our thoughts and prayers.