NILES — Michael E. Kensek, 89, of Niles, passed away peacefully Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.

Born Aug. 11, 1936, in Crucible, Pa., he was the son of Joseph and Ann Kois Kensek. He moved to the Warren area in his youth and made the Mahoning Valley his lifelong home.

Mike was an Army veteran and later worked for many years at Copperweld until his retirement. He was a longtime devoted member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Niles. Known for his hardworking nature and sense of humor, Mike loved talking with people and sharing stories wherever he went.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Yong Kensek, who passed in 2004; his parents; and his siblings, Nellie Siko, Rose Medunick, Bridget Siko, John Kensek and Joseph Kensek.

Michael leaves behind several beloved family members, including his nieces and nephews, extended relatives and friends who will remember him fondly.

Family and friends may visit and pay tribute to Michael from 9 to 10:15am on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel of Warren, 1884 North Road NE.

A Funeral Mass will be on Saturday at 11am at Saint John Paul XXIII Church in Niles, 381 Robbins Ave.

Burial will be in Niles City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Warren Family Mission, https://warrenfamilymission.org/

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary and send condolences to Michael's family.