Born 5/29/1952 in Pgh, PA and attended Sharpsburg High School. Father of George W. Hoffman III (Beth). Please check your email for a confirmation. by Austin Hunt. 2023 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved. Father of Brian (Debra) Switalski, Susan Henrietta G. Walter, age 84 of Shadyside on April 27, 2023. He never he just never gave up," added Gwen Michalek, Connor's aunt. WWE Star Makes Local Boy's Dream Come True, Boy With Brain Cancer Checks Off Bucket List, Join The Conversation On The KDKA Facebook Page. Connor was four years old when he was diagnosed with a rare tumor that affects the brain and spinal cord. Bryan invited Michalek to attend a WWE Raw event as well as the taping of the Christmas Eve episode of WWE Superstars. Connor Michalek was inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame in 2015 as part of the Warrior Award wing. Birthday November 25, 2005. Connor loved to play baseball, loved the beach and swimming but, most of all, he loved WWE and Daniel Bryan. [15] WWE also highlighted in their statement their other partnerships for social causes, including Paul Levesque and Stephanie McMahon's Connor's Cure fund for pediatric cancer research and US$1.5 million in funds raised for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. HAMPTON TOWNSHIP (KDKA) -- The life of an 8-year-old boy battling cancer touched many people. Mother of Richard Lowden (Cathy), Randall Lowden (Jean), Melissa Tambellini (Joseph), and Patrick Lowden (Melissa). "He loved baseball. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Grandmother of Nicole, Kaitlyn and Lauryn. [14], philanthropy is the future of marketing, it's the way brands r going 2 win" -@biz Stone co-founder @twitter #WWEBPS, Justin Roberts, who was instrumental in getting Michalek to meet his favorite wrestlers, wrote an article questioning whether his Hall of Fame induction by WWE was "driven by sincerity and not strategy". Connor "The Crusher" Michalek became the first fan to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Saturday night, and Connor's father Steve was presented with the inaugural Warrior Award on Connor's behalf. 8,206 Obituaries Friday, April 28, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Ancin Funeral service Saturday, April 29, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, Larksville.. ", "I'm used to talking to him every day, and it's going to be hard not doing that," added Sandy. A social media campaign ensued, with hundreds of people joining a Facebook group titled "Help Connor meet Daniel Bryan". He died by spine and brain cancer. All Rights Reserved. Michalek, of Shaler Township, Penn., was diagnosed with cancer of the brain and spine when he was just 3 years old. I cant even describe how happy we are for him, his dad Steve added. Mother of Supinya Hongpong Melvin L. McMillan (Jacqueline). She enjoyed playing Bingo and going Bowling. Birth Sign Sagittarius. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Resend Activation Email. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. "When people met Connor, it was just like they would light up. [15] The organization reportedly had raised more than $630,000 by September 2015,[22] and nearly $1 million by March 2016, having helped more than 100 families. Shaler Township. Connor Mason "The Crusher" Michalek Sponsored 25 Nov 2005 - 25 Apr 2014. Mother of the UK's most premature twins who were given ZERO chance of survival says they are going from Connor "The Crusher" To Receive "Warrior Award," Induction Into WWE Hall Of Fame - BuzzFeed News, WWEs touching tribute to 8-year-old Connor The Crusher Michalek | myfox8.com, Connor 'The Crusher' Michalek To Receive Warrior Award At 2015 WWE Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony - WrestlingInc.com, Ways to Give - Personal Page - CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION, Do not sell or share my personal information. Grandmother of Julian McMillan and Pnyarae Starr. . Wife of the late George E. Murdy. For immediate assistance, please call (248) 684-6645 Helpful Resources Service Options "He left us too soon. He died on April 25, 2014 at the age of 8. https://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/03/wwe-hall-of-fame-conner-michalek-daniel-bryan, Ranking every NFL team's 2023 draft class from 32 (sorry, 49ers) to 1 (whoa, Colts), 13 Winners (Bill Belichick!) 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The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. It wasnt the last time Michalek would get to hang out with Bryan, though. "If he heard a guy's music, he could tell you who it was within the first two seconds of the guy's music. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Neely Funeral Home 2208 Mt Royal Blvd Glenshaw, PA CONNOR MICHALEK OBITUARY Connor M. Michalek, 8, of Hampton Township, died Friday, April 25, 2014, after a long battle with pediatric. Connor fought for his life and lived to be eight years old, passing away on April 25, 2014. His father said it was the perfect moment and believes the whole experience extended Connor's time with him, for which there is no greater gift he would rather receive. Deleting this Virtual Cemetery cannot be undone. Connor was a true, fighting champion that captured the hearts of everyone he encountered. Frank Michalek, 73, of Port O'Connor passed away May 21, 2017. Back in 2012, after Michalek's diagnosis, a viral campaign for the wrestling-loving boy caught the attention of the WWE. Surviving children: James T. Walter (Kitty Schwab) and Michael P. Walter (Pam Barton). Please keep on fighting". EXCLUSIVE Home win! Its actually a very humbling experience as far as all of the struggles hes going through, and for him to want to meet me, I mean, Im just a small town guy from Washington. Grandchildren: Timothy A. Walter (Kayla Mazzella), Patrick Walter, Christopher Walter (fiance Emma Donnelly) and Shannon Walter (fiance Dominic Stocchetti). We have set your language to Copyright 2010-2023 TheSmackDownHotel.com. Following Connor's visit with WWE, a fund was set up by them, Connor's Cure, in his honor to help further pediatric cancer research, which has already raised more than $200,000. Husband of Betty T. Senge Switalski. Ruth (Wilshire) Kenaan, age 77 of Shaler Township on April 14, 2023. According to CBS Philadelphia, Bryan even allowed Michalek to put him in his infamous move, the No Lock.. In the four years since then, he has had brain surgery, several other intensive surgeries, nine full rounds of chemotherapy and six full weeks of full spine and brain radiation. April 29, 2014 / 4:30 PM He knew every guy. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. Back in October 2012, a video of a 6-year-old Connor Michalek - who had been diagnosed with brain and spine cancer since the age of three - asking to meet Daniel Bryan went viral. [3][4] A fan of WWE, he was also known by his wrestling-inspired nicknames "Stone Crusher"[4] and "The Crusher". Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. "[9][18] WWE responded to Roberts in a statement, stating that it was "offensive to suggest that WWE and its executives had anything but altruistic intentions in honoring Connor and his legacy with The Warrior Award". [2] He had a younger brother named Jackson, and lived with his family in Shaler Township, Pennsylvania. You helped me earn this. Please enter valid email address to continue. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Frank served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of First Baptist Church in Port O'Connor. Neely Funeral Home 2208 Mt Royal Blvd Glenshaw, PA . Dana Warrior, wife of The Ultimate Warrior, Bryan and Connors father Steve gave poignant speeches at the Hall of Fame induction ceremony, and Connors brother even spoke a few words: I love you Connor. Bryan recalled some of the special moments he shared with his biggest fan. "I feel so bad for my son for the simple fact that Connor was his son, his best friend and the love of his life, and he's gone now," said Steve. I will never [forget] all he did for Connor, and now me." Unfortunately, a few days later Connor Michalek lost his battle against cancer, but the WWE universe decided to pay homage to the little man by setting up a fund-raising organisation for cancer patients by the name, 'Connor's cure'. You give me a lot of strength. Published: 02:30 BST, 10 March 2015 | Updated: 09:21 BST, 10 March 2015. He loved wrestling. His acceptance speech was the highlight of the ceremony. Connor Michalek was a WWE fan who was suffering from cancer of the spine and brain He was born in 2005. Mother of Sean W. Kenaan (Marina) and Danny Kenaan (Laura). Connor Mason Michalek, from Pennsylvania, who had a love for all things WWE, was diagnosed with rare tumor affecting brain and spine at age four Award, named after late Ultimate Warrior, will. He always got right back up, stared cancer in the eye, smiled a little brighter, and laughed a little longer.. Sister of Amy Cence and the late Albert Jerry Wilshire Jr. MICHALEK CONNOR M. Age 8, of Hampton Twp., on April 25, 2014, after a long battle with Pediatric Brain Cancer. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. This account has been disabled. Actions that bring smiles, like these [Roberts] gave. [20][21] In their response to Roberts' criticisms in April 2015, WWE stated Connor's Cure "already raised more than $200,000". If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. Michalek, who suffered from pediatric brain cancer, went backstage. [11], On March 9, 2015, WWE announced that Michalek would be honored with the inaugural Warrior Award at the 2015 WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Last month, an 8-year-old boy with a passion for WWE fulfilled a dream by attending WrestleMania 30 only three weeks before he would pass away following a long battle with pediatric brain cancer . Jamie Redknapp sells six-bed Surrey mansion he shared with both his wives for 4.95M Partygate civil servant Sue Gray could be barred from joining Labour for a year as 'vindictive' Cabinet Why you DON'T need to ask your in-laws' permission to propose! He later met with Daniel Bryan. According to WWE, the Warrior Award is given to individuals who have "exhibited unwavering strength and perseverance, and who lives life with the courage and compassion that embodies the indomitable spirit of The Ultimate Warrior". In his earlier years he traveled the country teaching at Hair Shows and owned several salons Downtown & most recently at Frank Woods Hairsalon in Aspinwall. Following Connor's visit with WWE, a fund was set up, Connor's Cure, in his honor to help further pediatric cancer research, which has already raised more than $200,000, Connor will also be the first-ever recipient of The Warrior Award - named after the late, Ultimate Warrior (above), who died three days after his WWE Hall of Fame induction. He later met Bryan and other WWE performers a number of times. He later met Bryan and other WWE stars a number of times. Great grandmother of six. Roberts, who had left WWE several months prior, was driven to write the article after reading a tweet by Stephanie McMahon made on the same day as Michalek's posthumous receiving of the Warrior Award, which as analyzed by PWInsider "raises questions about the company's reasoning for their community outreach" despite Roberts' love of "the company [having] inducted Michalek into their Hall of Fame". Just a few weeks later, he lost his battle with cancer. He died on April 25, 2014 at the age of 8. Im so touched, Michalek's mom, Brittany, said in an interview to WXPI. EN. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. She said: 'I am sure that Warrior is smiling today, knowing that this award is being given to a true warrior.'. Great Expectations viewers slam BBC for CHANGING ending of the Dickens 'I've been stuck in A&E since 10.30pm last night please just pay NHS staff fairly': Tearful A&E patient Martin Lewis reveals how to get a cheaper supermarket shop and FREE food. Please visit us at http://www.neelyfuneralhome.com. Dressed in a Daniel Bryan T-shirt and accessorized with Daniel Bryan wristbands, necklace and title belt, Michalek finally met his hero, reported WPXI. Husband of the late Helen B. Hoffman. Bryan embraced Michalek immediately following his victory. 206.189.82.77 Connor Michalek was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on November 25, 2005. Never," said Steve. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Here's how the seven-year-old kid defeated Triple H inside the WWE ring. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. Updated on March 29, 2015, 2:25 am Posted on March 9, 2015, 11:28 pm Click below to view our obituary listing. Richard has not added any memorials to this virtual cemetery. Father of Brian (Debra) Switalski, Susan (Edward) Vincent, Eric Switalski and Lori (Joseph) Coleman. Grandmother of Aaron Catania, Elizabeth Liz Hutchison, surrounded by her family died April 14, 2023 at the age of 88. PITTSBURGH Connor Michalek, a Pittsburgh native and passionate World Wrestling Entertainment fan who passed away last year from cancer, will be the first recipient of The Warrior Award, which. This commment is unpublished, pending moderation. Connor Michalek was born in 2005,[1] the son of Brittany Caligiuri and Steve Michalek. Visitation Sunday April 16th from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Neely Funeral Home, 2208 Mt. George W. Bill Hoffman Jr., age 86 of Shaler Township on April 12, 2023. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. There is a problem with your email/password. In less than a day, WWE and Bryan confirmed that he and Michalek would meet. Great grandfather of Branson, Taylor and Chloe. [6], In October 2012, a video featuring Michalek asking to meet his hero, WWE professional wrestler Daniel Bryan, was posted to YouTube and received attention from media outlets. Connor Michalek always wanted to be like his heroes in the WWE, and before the young boy died of brain cancer he got to do just that. 1 cemetery found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list after you create your account. [9], Following Michalek's death, WWE released a video in his memory, which went viral, featuring him interacting with numerous WWE personnel during WrestleMania XXX weekend. He also shared a special moment with his favorite WWE wrestler after he won the title has World Heavyweight Champion, Bryan, who he previously met in 2012, and had created a special bond with over the years, according toFox 8. Connor Mason Michalek, eight, from Pennsylvania, who died from pediatric brain cancer last year, will be the first-ever fan to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame (above Connor, left, pictured with WWE World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan), Connor was four years old when he was diagnosed with a rare tumor that affects the brain and spinal cord. Connor Michalek was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on November 25, 2005. This browser does not support getting your location. Hunter picked himself up and gave Connor . Funeral services provided by. [5] He developed medulloblastoma in September 2009, when he was three years old. Philip J. Switalski, age 88, of Ross Township on April 27, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Click to reveal Yet through it all, there was never a complaint -- no feeling sorry for himself. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Surviving children: James T. Walter Frank Woods, age 70 of Shaler, passed away on 4/24/2023 surrounded by loved ones. Inside the ring Connor hit Triple H with a punch and pinned him. Grandfather of Nathan, Kaitlyn and Kyla. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. Grandmother of Lauren, Nikki, Joe and the late Brian. Who called for help? He graduated from Allegheny College as an Alden Scholar in 1982 and from the Malcolm James Ferguson, age 62, passed away on April 22, 2023, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was a super-fan of WWE and Daniel Bryan. 1 cemetery found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list after you create your account. Your IP: We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Published by Pittsburgh Tribune Review on Apr. Visitation will be held from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Brother of the late Barbara Meadors, Frank Hoffman and Kathy Heller. This kid inspires me to pull myself out of bed every morning. He later met Bryan and other WWE performers a number of times. DEATH DATE Apr 25, 2014 (age 8) #34119 Most Popular. Steve said his family is forever grateful to WWE and the gift they gave his son by making him smile and him encouraging him to continue fighting. At one point, he developed PHACE syndrome and had to relearn how to speak and walk, but the cancer remained stable until May 2011. Private. 25, 2014. Doctors gave him a 1 percent chance of surviving, reported CBS Pittsburgh. Connor Michalek with his favorite WWE superstar Daniel Bryan. Connor Michalek (2005 - April 25, 2014) was an American WWE fan who received considerable media attention after a social media campaign for him to meet Daniel Bryan, his favorite professional wrestler. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. He subsequently began a clinical trial of chemotherapy and treatments but doctors gave him close to a zero percent chance of surviving due to surgery not being an option and having exceeded his lifetime amount of radiation to the brain and spine. Hundreds attend Connor Bint's funeral service and dove release MLive 424K subscribers Subscribe 97K views 7 years ago Hundreds attend Connor Bint's funeral service and dove release. Connor "The Crusher" Michalek (November 25, 2005 - April 25, 2014) was a WWE fan who received considerable media attention after a social media campaign for him to meet his hero and favorite wrestler, Daniel Bryan. Born 5/29/1952 in Pgh, PA and attended Sharpsburg High School. Connor Michalek:. Already getting in the party mood! Just a few weeks later, Connor passed away. 1 cemetery found in will be saved to your photo volunteer list after you create your account. No Malcolm James Ferguson, age 62, passed away on April 22, 2023, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Mother of Richard Lowden (Cathy), Randall Lowden Ruth R. Murdy, age 90 of Shaler Township on Apirl 15, 2023. based on information from your browser. As the King of Kings laid in the ring, the WWE roster urged Connor on to pin him and as he did, a referee counted to three. Anything you can do for someone like Connor, oh my gosh, Im equally as thrilled to meet him, said Bryan. [16] He also wrote in detail about WWE's relationship with Michalek, including his own involvement as the initial point-contact with Michalek's family. Doctors diagnosed Connor with medullablastoma, a cancer in the brain, when Connor was just 3. Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15206 ~5.97 miles south of 15116 Three Star Downtown property 6 floors in hotel From $90 Very Good 4.5 /5 Recent Reviews More Details More Homes & Apts at Booking.com Book online or call +1-800-760-7718 Go to Booking Super 8 Buffalo in Pittsburgh +1-888-906-6358 Connor Michalek (2005 April 25, 2014) was an American WWE fan who received considerable media attention after a social media campaign for him to meet Daniel Bryan, his favorite professional wrestler. [15][14][17], Michalek's father responded to Roberts by tweeting that "regardless of what said, [Roberts] loved Connor and we love him.
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