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Michelle Goodrich Obituary
GOODRICH, Michelle
Elizabeth
Born November 21, 1953. Entered into rest on June 25, 2006. She is survived by her loving Rob Wooliscroft, and her daughters Karyn (Mike Wilbur) and Lanissa (Willie Spencer). Grandmother of Nathan, Anna, Samuel, Abby, Sara and Ryan. She was a generous and talented person who was many things to many people. "Michelle" to her friends, "Micki" to those who knew her longest, "Grandma Micki" to the grandbabies and "Mandarin Meg" to bloggers worldwide. She started her career with the State of California, and this career path led to her passion for the web and helping thousands create their sites. She was known throughout the world for her helpful tips and assistance on her Mandarinde sign.com. Michelle loved to create things - whether a blog, a painting or music. She was an avid gardener who could and would make everything grow. There was no need to call a florist, as you could go pick in her garden. She never turned away from a stranger and was always friendly and helpful. She would give you all she had to give at any time. She was truly loved and will be deeply missed. Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Friday, June 30, 2006 at 3:00 PM at River Cities Funeral Chapel, 910 Soule Street, West Sacramento, CA. 95691. There is no "Lieu of flowers", Mom just loved flowers too much.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michelle Goodrich
Mike Ochoa
October 11, 2006
Dear Family: I attended school with your Mother and remember her as a kind and loving person. The grace of God will guide you in the days ahead. Mike Ochoa
Constance De Mars
July 9, 2006
Dear Family, I was so sorry to hear about Michelle's passing, I knew her as Micki,we first met in kindergarten in 1958, she had an inner beauty that rose to the surface and those dimples, when she smiled. I'm so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with all who loved her. Sincerely,Connie DeMars
Carolyn Anderson-Tagupa
July 7, 2006
Rob, Karyn, and Lanissa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Micki was a wonderful person who will be missed by many. We attended school together and both worked for the State. I last saw her at a get-together at a mutual friend's home a few years ago. She was bubbly and full of life. I will remember her that way.
Emily Blake-Kessel
July 5, 2006
Karyn,
I'm so sorry you have lost your mother. Prayers for her peaceful repose are offered. "Let there be light."
Emily (John's sister)
Marcie Ruiz
July 4, 2006
Karyn,
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I can't imagine how hard this must be. Big hugs from me and Kenny.
Susan Cook
July 3, 2006
I knew Meg from online for the past 4 or 5 years. She was a real class act and gained so much respect from bloggers the world over. I think we all learned a lot from her but what I loved best was her unbridled generosity and compassion for others.
[email protected]
Nancy Gemignani (Austin)
June 30, 2006
Rob, Karyn & Lanissa - I knew her as Micki - one of the long time friends. Micki and I worked together in ED&R in the late 1970's. She was a wonderful person. I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. We had so much fun. Recently, we have just exchanged Chirstmas cards and e-mails on her birthday. As most of us will feel - I wish that I had stayed in closer contact. It sounds like her life was full and I know she loved all of you and her grandbabies very much. My prayers are with you.
Anna Larsson
June 30, 2006
Michelle will be sadly missed all over the world. I didn't know her personally, but I will always be grateful for what I learned from her. My prayers are with her and her family in this sorrowful time.
Vern Keith
June 30, 2006
I worked with Micki back in the late 70’s. During those days she once convinced me to go with her and first husband Dennis to see an Alice Cooper concert. I was dubious of Alice’s music, but Michelle had a way of convincing me so I went. It was a great time. At the time besides being coworkers we were both fledging guitarists. It’s good to know she never put the guitar down. I never forgot her through all these years and was lucky to have known her.
Cindy Wright
June 30, 2006
Lanissa & Karyn,
I know this is a tremendous loss, and we are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Cindy & Richard Wright
Crystal Hyde
June 29, 2006
Karyn & family,
My heart breaks for you and the grandbabies. I am so sorry for your loss. Know that we are thinking of you and will be here to talk any time you need it.
Love,
Alvarinho Castro
June 29, 2006
Oh Meg, my dear friend and teacher. Very chocked and sad indeed. It's hard to wright words this time. It was hard work learning so much from you, but it was worth it. I'm going to miss you. Rest in peace, my dear Meg.
Magnolia - Abafos&Desabafos (Helena Félix)
June 29, 2006
I'm from Portugal, I knew Meg only since a few months, but I’m blessed to new such a kind helpful person. Meg was always so kind and generous in sharing her tips on blogging and she made us to feel especial some times, when she eulogies ours layouts, because she was a sweet teacher too. My condolences to her family and friends. My dear, you will always remain in my heart.
Linda Mattos (Draper)
June 29, 2006
Michelle and her sister, Sandy, and I went to Jr. High and High School together. Although it's been probably 30 years since I last saw her, I remember her laughter, and kindness.
I am truly sorry for your loss and pray God will help you (family and friends) through this most sad and difficult time.
Shirley Peters
June 28, 2006
I knew Mandarin Meg from her blog. She was a wonderful woman. I don't have the words for how much she will be missed on the internet.
I am so sorry for your family's loss.
Lynne Bradford
June 28, 2006
Lanissa and Karyn,
My heart aches for the two of you. I am sorry for your loss. When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help you find your smile. Time will soften the edges and ease your burden. I hope it lightens your burden to know I'm here for you.
Love, Aunt Lynne
rieke dr
June 28, 2006
I'm from Indonesia, I knew Meg through internet, but it's like in the real world, she was so kind helpful person, she put my blog and my son's blog in her famous quilt blog, though we never met, for me she's always in my heart.. good bye Meg have a wonderful journey and rest in beautiful place..
CIndy (loo who) Chan
June 28, 2006
I was saddened to hear of Mandarin Meg's passing. She was always so kind and generous in sharing her tips on blogging. My condolences to her family. May God provide you with peace and strength during this difficult time.
Drue Shook
June 28, 2006
Lanissa, I never got to meet your mom, but it sounds like she was a
remarkable person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Your GB Family
June 28, 2006
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We hope your good memories will help comfort you in the coming days.
margie dixon
June 28, 2006
From this day forward, when I see flowers, I will always think of you and your wonderful bouquets and flower gardens. I will love and hug our grandbabies for you always. Be at peace.
Suzie Spencer
June 28, 2006
Lanissa and Karyn,
Our hearts go out to both of you. Your mother was a very special person in many ways. We always remember how generous she was to watch Jackson for us when daycare was closed and to accept him as one of her own. We are here to help in any way. Our thoughts are with you.
Love,
Suzie & Richard Spencer
shirley salas
June 28, 2006
I was really saddened to hear of Mandarin Meg's death. She has been an inspiration and friend for me several years now. I will miss her. My prayers and thoughts are with her family. May God help you get through this time.
Sue Eland
June 28, 2006
I worked with Michelle for over ten years. We shared a room whenever we attended SHARE at the same time. She was fun, curious, and interesting. A women who loved her grandchildren very much.
Stu Savory
June 28, 2006
Meg was the most friendly, patient, and downright lovable blogger I knew. I had hoped she would visit us in Germany soon, and now this :-(
Sad, sad, sad.
I've blogged a short obituary and linked to all the other tributes to dear, dear, Michelle in my blog.
We all miss her a lot. Condolences to her family and friends.
Michael O'Connor Clarke
June 28, 2006
Goodbye, Meg. We never got to meet, but your warmth, your kindness, and the clarity of your luminous mind touched me as it did many of us - your friends in the blogosphere. We miss you.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. May she rest in peace.
Jim Roberts
June 28, 2006
Michelle reached out and touched people all over the world. She did it for love and she was loved.
Claude Covo-Farchi
June 28, 2006
My sympathy to Michelle's family and friends. I am just a blogger from France whom Meg at Mandarin helped and felt like she was a close friend.
I am ever so sorry for your loss.
jeneane sessum
June 28, 2006
I thought the world of your mother and still do. One of her online friends, we have shared the blogspace for many years. She was always the first to have the creative, stylish ideas the rest of us hadn't even thought of. She was everone's teacher. It is hard to accept that her online voice is gone--harder to accept that she is gone. My thoughts are with her children and grandchildren.
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