Elijah M. Mihalko

 

Elijah M. "Eli" Mihalko, 17, of Kennedy St. Bradford, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at Erie County Medical Center, in Buffalo NY.

Born July 25, 2005, in Bradford, he was a son of Tabatha A. (Root) Mihalko, and Timothy M. Mihalko, both of Bradford.

He was a 2023 graduate of Bradford High School.

Eli enjoyed riding his bike, roller blading, wrestling with his nephews and niece, playing Fortnite and Rocket League, and just hanging with friends and family.

Surviving in addition to his parents, are four sisters, Ashley Root, Courtney Root, Kenza Mihalko, and Starlette Mihalko, two brothers, Kolorado Banks, and Joshua Mihalko, paternal grandmother, Erma Cox, his maternal grandfather, Jefferey Root Sr, three aunts, Tasha Root, Hannah Krouse, and Andrea Krouse, two uncles: Jefferey Root Jr., and Jason Root, four cousins, Angel Bryer, Tiffany Bryer, Douglas Floyd, Cory Floyd.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, June Root, paternal grandfather, Michael Krouse, one aunt, Starletta Lucas, one uncle, Joshua Krouse, one cousin, Dylan Floyd.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue. At 7:00 pm funeral services will be held with Rev. Barbara "Shelly" Floyd officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Praying for you all on this devastating loss, he was such a sweet kid, we will all miss the smiles he could create from just walking in a room! I hope you all find the strength needed during this time. everyone shall cherish the happy memories, so we never forget. rest in peace, elijah.
— meaghan owens

Aunt Tasha love''s and misses you so much bud. You were the best nephew anyone could ask for, so loving and caring always had a smile on your face. I''m going to miss that smile so much. Rest In Peace baby boy.
— Tasha

With friends with one of your sisters and meeting you, I felt that kind aura of yours. Even though we didn''t interact as much as we thought we would, it still hurts to know that you have passed away, even just after you graduated from BAHS. You brought light and laughter to those around you and you made experiences at school more positive, you made a change. I''m so sorry to see you go so early down the road. Condolences for you and your family.
— Darci Lockwood

Jeff & Family, I am so very for the loss of Elijah! Sometimes life seems so unfair. I pray that God gives you the answers & comfort you all need!
— Betty Hendryx

Jeff and Tim and your family I''m truly sorry about your loss if there''s anything I can do please ?? let me know sending hugs and prayers
— Tammy Braley

My deepest condolences to you all ??
— Cyd Mombourquette

Papa will always remember the good times u shared with are family I will miss u every single day that goes by give grandma June a big hug and kiss from all of us down here
— Papa

My condolence and prayers are with u guys through this hard time
— Jessica Thompson

Eli I''m truly going to miss you you was an amazing uncle and brother ??
— Courtney

Timmy I''m so sorry to read this. Many hugs,love and prayers for your family. I think of your sister often . Eli is with Aunt Star and Uncle Joshua. Prayers
— Samantha Budinger(Sam Silvis)

I’m so sorry for your loss he was a great kid and a good friend I will miss him a lot. You raised a great boy/man he will be missed
— Kira Higgins

Jeff & Family, I am so very for the loss of Elijah! Sometimes life seems so unfair. I pray that God gives you the answers & comfort you all need!
— Betty Hendryx

God blesses us with a friend who always had crazy ideas who was always adventurous I know he left a smile for all of us to remember but let us be strong together for he''s in a safe place watching us God blessed us this young man and at this time it was his time to go home for us to bless him the smiles and good memories he gave us so we can give them back.. we will miss you forever buddy
— Jacob Smith

my prayers that God will give you all strength during this sad time.
— Tom Leposa

Condolences

  • Praying for you all on this devastating loss, he was such a sweet kid, we will all miss the smiles he could create from just walking in a room! I hope you all find the strength needed during this time. everyone shall cherish the happy memories, so we never forget. rest in peace, elijah.

    — meaghan owens
  • Aunt Tasha love''s and misses you so much bud. You were the best nephew anyone could ask for, so loving and caring always had a smile on your face. I''m going to miss that smile so much. Rest In Peace baby boy.

    — Tasha
  • With friends with one of your sisters and meeting you, I felt that kind aura of yours. Even though we didn''t interact as much as we thought we would, it still hurts to know that you have passed away, even just after you graduated from BAHS. You brought light and laughter to those around you and you made experiences at school more positive, you made a change. I''m so sorry to see you go so early down the road. Condolences for you and your family.

    — Darci Lockwood
  • Jeff & Family, I am so very for the loss of Elijah! Sometimes life seems so unfair. I pray that God gives you the answers & comfort you all need!

    — Betty Hendryx
  • Jeff and Tim and your family I''m truly sorry about your loss if there''s anything I can do please ?? let me know sending hugs and prayers

    — Tammy Braley