Joseph Michniak, Jr., died attempting to help save Daniel A. Michniak and Gary A. Gass from drowning, South Haven, Michigan, July 15, 1985. Daniel, 15, and Gary, 12, were being taken to shore by a lifeguard after struggling in the waters of Lake Michigan about 200 feet from the beach. The lifeguard called for help. Despite suffering heart disease, which limited his activities, Michniak, 33, mine equipment operator, waded and swam toward Daniel, who was his brother, and Gary, but he collapsed before reaching them. Michniak and the boys were taken to shore by others. Daniel and Gary recovered from exhaustion, but Michniak could not be revived. 60602-6997
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