Michael Stephan Wawrzyniak , 25, of Simsbury, beloved father, son and brother, passed away on Wednesday, September 19, 2012. Born on June 4, 1987 in Hartford, he spent most of his life in Canton, graduating from Canton High School in 2005. He loved the outdoors, including going on hikes and taking long walks. He also enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. Above all he cherished spending time with his beloved son Dominik, who was the joy of his life. Family and friends remember him as a peaceful, caring and compassionate person who would always lend a hand in time of need. Besides his son Dominik, he is survived by his parents, Jerry and Mary Wawrzyniak, his sister, Bernadette Wawrzyniak and two brothers, Nicholas and Erik Wawrzyniak. Private immediate family plus Michael’s close friends may call at the Vincent Funeral Home, 120 Albany Turnpike in Canton on Tuesday, September 25th from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Church in Collinsville. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Collinsville.