Michael Anthony Grejtak

life story

Michael Anthony Grejtak was born in Minneapolis, MN on October 12th, 1974 to Paula Grejtak. Michael continued to live in the Minneapolis area most of his life until settling into the St. Paul area with his two daughters.

Michael's life was nothing short of extraordinary. In 1996, he survived a devastating house fire that left 96% of his body burned. He faced more challenges and hardships than most of us could ever imagine, but through it all, he continued to fight, smile and stay positive.

Mike was a fighter, a survivor and truly one of a kind. He loved his family more than anything. His daughters, Paula and Presley, were his world, and he absolutely adored being a grandpa to Anthony Michael. They were his greatest pride and joy, and he lived for them.

Michael was always the life of the party-making people laugh, giving everyone a hard time, and making sure there was never a dull moment. His positivity, generosity, and big personality touched so many lives. He could make a stranger feel like a life long friend.

Michael enjoyed music, which brought him comfort and strength during his hardest times in life. Michael was never one to turn down a good time and he enjoyed a good BBQ while spending time with family and friends. He was a avid football fan and loved the Minnesota Vikings, he also had a passion for old sports cars.

Michael is survived by his daughters Paula Grejtak, Presley Grejtak, his grandson, Anthony Michael Grejtak, sisters Denise (Mick) Britton and Maxine Grejtak, several nephew and nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends .

Michael was proceded in death by his mother Paula Grejtak and grandmother Izetta Dahmen.