Mitchell Rycus, a resident of Ann Arbor, Michigan, died on November 27th, 2024 at the age of 92. Funeral services arranged by The Dorfman Chapel.

Location of Service:

Beth Israel Congregation- 2000 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, (734) 665-9897

Date of Service:

Tuesday December 3rd, 2024

Time of Service:

11:00 AM  

Interment at:

Arborcrest Memorial Park, 2521 Glazier Way, Ann Arbor, MI

Officiant:

Rabbi Nadav Caine  

Shiva Information:

The family will be sitting through Wednesday afternoon at the residence: 2726 Winter Garden Ct. Ann Arbor MI 48105

Shiva Hours:
Tuesday and Wednesday- from 2:00PM until 4:00PM

Religious services: Tuesday and Wednesday at 2:00PM.  
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Charitable contributions:

Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County
2245 S State St.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Phone: (734) 769-0209
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Family Members:

Mitchell Julian Rycus, aged 92, passed away on November 27, 2024, in Ann Arbor, MI. Born on June 20, 1932, Mitch lived a life marked by curiosity, joy, and a profound commitment to improving the world around him.

Mitch was renowned for his vibrant personality and his ability to uplift everyone he encountered. His life was a testament to living authentically and passionately, breaking conventional barriers and embracing every adventure that came his way. His humor, strength, and caring nature left a lasting impact on all who knew him. A lifelong learner and sharer of knowledge, his curiosity fueled many adventures throughout his 92 years, bringing joy and enlightenment to himself and others.

After attending three years at Cass Technical High School in Detroit, MI, Mitch dropped out of high school and joined the Navy during the Korean War where he served on a destroyer as a Navy Hospital Corpsman. Following his service, Mitch took advantage of the GI Bill to attend the University of Michigan, where he earned a Ph.D. in Urban & Regional Planning, an M.S. in Physics, an M.S. in Mathematics and a B.S. in Mathematics. His academic and professional pursuits were not just careers but callings that mirrored his deep-seated values of family, community, and service.

Mitch leaves behind a loving family: his wife, Carole Rycus; children, Lisa (Saulius) Mikalonis and Peter (Meena Bajracharya) Rycus; grandchildren, Sam (Dr. Natasha Kizy) Mikalonis, Evan (fiancée Lauren Flynn) Mikalonis, Tyler (fiancée Emily Malmsten) Mikalonis, and Abe Rycus; and great-granddaughter, Mila Lou Mikalonis. He was a devoted brother to Mel (the late Barbara) Rycus and is also survived by numerous cherished family members and friends.  

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