Thomas Anthony DeMichaelWith deep sorrow we note the passing of Thomas Anthony DeMichael. Tom was at his happiest when he was creative: building models, writing and producing stories and songs. He worked in radio, TV, communications and music, both in front of and behind the scenes for fifty years.He is survived by his wife, Paula; his sons and daughters-in-law, Anthony DeMichael and Ian Mar, Alex and Dana DeMichael; grandchildren, Charlie, Cole and Sofia; many cousins, family, and friends. Tom was the only son of Anthony and Betty (Van Sandt) DeMichael.Memorial visitation Saturday, March 22nd, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Rd. at Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect. Inurnment Maryhill will be done privately.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, www.sweetrelief.org and/or Lemons of Love, www.lemonsoflove.org.Funeral information, call 847-255-7800 or go to www.friedrichsfh.com.