Stephen Podgornik Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Stephen Podgornik of Norway, Michigan, born in Iron Mountain, Michigan, who passed away on April 1, 2024, at the age of 75, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Stephen Podgornik to show support.
He was predeceased by : his parents, Stephen Podgornik and Lois Podgornik (Freeman); his brother Joe Podgornik; and his brothers-in-law, Tom Cocking and Joseph Butler.
He is survived by : his girlfriend Lori Opolka; his children, Christopher Opolka, Jeff Podgornik (Lisa), Craig Podgornik (Jane), Cassandra Opolka (Lance Ayotte), Miranda Opolka (Logan Heider), Nicole Schintgen (Jim) and Crystal Podgornik; his grandchildren, Kyle Podgornik, Kelsey Podgornik, Ellie Podgornik, Alex Walker, Zach Walker (Alyse Schroeder), Austin Walker, Rachael Walker, Amelia Schintgen and Keara Podgornik; his great grandchild Greyson Podgornik; his sister Susie Tinti (Larry); his siblings-in-law, Faye Podgornik, Diane Peppler (Roger), Kathy Butler and Paul Opolka; his aunts, Edna "Putzen" Dennis and Donna LeGault; and his nephew Eric Podgornik. He is also survived by several cousins; nieces; and nephews.
