Obituary of Chester Daniel Czernel

Chester D. Czernel passed away November 22, 2023 at the age of 75, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 31,1948 to the late Chester Czernel and Rita Szczubalkia in Detroit, Michigan.

Chet worked and owned Shar Vending with his wife, Sharon for over 40 years. He was known as the "Coffee Man" to all his customers. He lived in Warren until his retirement when he moved Up North to the beautiful Lake Ogemaw where he spent many mornings enjoying his coffee on the deck and watching the sun rise. He loved taking people, especially his grandchildren, on boat rides to get ice cream, where he enjoyed his praline pecan on a waffle cone. Chet and Sharon officially became snow birds and spent the winter months in Florida. Chet loved playing cards, specifically Rummikub and Canasta where he always had a conniving way of winning. He also loved to cook, and is known for his autumn soup.  We can’t forget his famous mashed potatoes. Before bed every night he had to have his Chips Ahoy chunky chocolate chip cookies. Chet didn't have a mean bone in his body, and was a well-respected and good man who was loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed.

Chester is survived by Sharon, his loving wife of 53 years; his son, Matthew (Viola) Czernel and his daughter, Renee' (Tommy) Bistrick; 4 grandchildren, Matthew II, Jayson, Kaitlyn, and Danielle; his sisters, Theresa Lazar and Sharon Ann (Tom) Spanski; his brother, Wally (Theresa) Szczubalkia; loving nieces, nephews, and other relatives; and his dogs, Poncho and Shilo. Chester was predeceased by his step-father, Stanley Szczubalkia; sister and brother-in-law, Christine and Mike Onusko; and brother-in-law, Jerry Lazar. 

A Memorial Mass will be held at 9:30 am, Saturday, December 9, 2023, at St. Blase Parish, 12151 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312. The family will receive friends at church prior to the service from 9 am until the time of service. A luncheon will immediately follow the service at the American Polish Century Club, 33204 Maple Lane Dr., Sterling Heights, MI 48312. 

Please RSVP for the luncheon by text to 586-855-0448, or by email to  dogsnme5@yahoo.com.  To sign online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com  Arrangements made with Cremation Society of Mid Michigan.