Michael J. Karczewski, 58, of Marietta, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010 at home. Born on Wednesday, August 29, 1951, he was the son of Chester and Helen Kachurak Karczewski. He was a lifetime resident of the Syracuse area. Michael was predeceased by his father, Chester Karczewski. Surviving are his wife of 24 years, the former Deborah Whaley; daughter, Anna Karczewski; mother, Helen Karczewski; and sisters, Cynthia and Karen Karczewski, all of Syracuse. Relatives and friends may call Tuesday, July 20 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Services will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Gregory LeStrange officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Adirondack Council, 103 Hand Ave., Suite 3, Elizabethtown, NY 12932.