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Michael Daggett Obituary
He was born Sept. 4, 1973, in New London, the son of Donald Elsworth and Sandra Jean (Hayward) Daggett of Mashantucket.
Michael was a dedicated, hard-working employee and loved his job and employees at the Mashantucket Pequot Utilities Department. He worked there for more than 15 years, recently earning a well-deserved promotion to executive director, of which he was very proud.
Michael enjoyed hunting, fishing, football, karaoke, billiards, golfing, archery, Nascar racing, and going to the Daytona 500 every year. He was a member of the APA Pool League for many years with great friends and family. He supported the Ledyard Football League and cherished football coach William Migneault and his wife, Patricia Migneault, who supported him through life.
Michael loved his wife, children, family, friends, and life itself. He was full of life, love, and happiness. He will be sadly missed by all who had the great opportunity to share life with him. We love you always, Michael James.
He was married to Raphaella Villanova (Schulz) Daggett at the Old Mystic Baptist Church on July 5, 1997.
In addition to his wife and parents, Michael is survived by his three children, Michael James Daggett Jr., Taylor Yvonne Daggett, and Teagan James Daggett. He is also survived by his sisters, Sherrie Lynn (Daggett) Allen and her husband, Roger, of Ledyard, Lisa Marie (Daggett) Garner and her husband, Matthew, of Mashantucket, and brother, Steven Duane Daggett and his wife, Kitsa, of Ledyard. Michael is survived by his paternal grandmother, Agnes Daggett of Canterbury and maternal grandfather, Richard Hayward, of Griswold; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends Mike loved dearly.
He was predeceased by his grandmother, Theresa Victoria Hayward; and his best friends, Steven Margulies, Winfred "Scott" Robbins, and Steven Walz.
His family will greet relatives and friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. today at The Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl St., historic downtown Mystic. A funeral service will be held on at 11 a.m. Friday at the Old Mystic Baptist Church, Shewville Road, Old Mystic. Burial will follow in Avery-Stoddard Cemetery, Ledyard.
Donations in his memory may be made to Ledyard Youth League, PO Box 424, Ledyard CT 06339 or Victory Junction Gang Camp (www.victoryjunction.org.), 4500 Adams Way, Randleman NC 27317.
For obituary information, directions, or to send Mike's family a note of remembrance/condolence, please visit www.dinotofuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Daggett
Sponsored by Jodi-Ann Little Fawn, My Greatest Tribute I Can Give To A Cousin That I Loved Dearly.
tay
April 12, 2023
Dad, it never gets any easier. 16 years now and it still feels like yesterday. I have been trying to find the right place to talk to you to where I feel you and everything just feels the same, but i feel you when i least expect to. No amount of happiness can mask the pain i feel of losing you. I love you forever dad
LORI MCCULLOUGH
May 26, 2013
I BET YOU WERE SO PROUD OF YOUR SON ,mICHAEL HE LOOKED AWSOME FOR SR. PROM TONIGHT,
Paul Reising
April 10, 2013
We all miss you Mike Spending time with Sherrie and Rog gives us a chance to spend time with you Thank You For That ... Paul And Kelly
Steven Daggett
March 22, 2010
You will live forever bro!
Steve Daggett
January 27, 2010
My dearest baby brother. I can't even explain the emptyness and hurt I feel. It has been almost three years now and it sill only seems like yesterday we were making plans to go see the Masters together on easter. Little did we both know what was to come in the few days. I have your pictures everywhere in the house and talk to the kids about you regularly. This I promise I will never stop doing. They will always know their uncle Mikey.
Matthew has proven himself very worthy of your number 36 at LHS. He has just recieved his Varsity Letter in football as a Sophomore. Just like you Bro! He often talks about you and your achievements. He even wants to achieve what he calls the biggest award of haing his name on your running back award trophy. Tannor has also started wearing your number. He is a different kind of back that you were I must say. His nickname is TANK! Boy he can run through people which was just like you. Teagan is growing so fast. I havnt made ay of his games yet but I always follow his progress. They say his is amazingly fast just like his daddy. Michael and Taylar are grown and look just like you. They will grow to do great things. Raphaella is doing a great job with the kids as im sure you know already.
I sometimes feel your presence. I always know when your here with me. Like now as I write I can feel a cold chill. This is my sign that your here. There are many other events that have happened that I would rathe r keep between us. In my heart I know it was you.Whn I look in the mirror I can see your face in some of the gacial gestures I make.
Well I figured its been a while since I have written anything, so I decided to stop and say hi and give you an update. I miss you so much buddy and I will never be the same with out you. I will be with you again someday I'm sure. Please take care of Matty Buriack. We lost him recently.
I love you with all my heart bro and will come down to see you soon at the cemetary which migh I add is beautiful. Kiss on the head! Love yah
lisa garner
September 4, 2009
36 years ago you were born into a family of love and happiness. 2 years ago that love and happiness was ripped apart from us when you were taken away on April 10th. Every day that passes it becomes harder and harder. It is not getting easy like people say. Mike you were my brother and my best friend. I can't find peace with the fact that you are in a better place where there is no pain and suffering. I miss are talks and laughing about the dumb things in life. I miss the big bear hugs and big wet kisses..Now all I have is flash backs of the horrible night. I still keep your spiritual fire going every year to celebrate your life. It is always a great turn out and we always feel your presents. I miss you more then ever. Wish you were here to celebrate your birthday, which you would have been celebrating for three days straight banging on our doors waking us up saying "get out of bed it's time to party" no matter what the time was. What I wouldn't do to have you do that just one more time. I miss those nights.. Happy Birthday big brother! I love and miss you..Until we meet again!
Sherrie Allen
April 11, 2009
My dear brother,
As the evening comes to a close or shall I say as the morning approaches we celebrate your life on the second anniversary of your passing. Over the last few days I have listened to countless memories shared and it really saddened me to think of all the lost time that continues to pass and all the memories we will not make or share. Life goes on as well as time yet it feels like we are frozen in the moment. Drowning in pain and sorrow.
Your memorial service brought a sense of peace today and the fire is beautiful as always. As it should it is following to your very own MD style. I just wish you were here to make it lively like you always did. Things will never be the same without. I will cherish every moment that we were blessed to have you.
Mikey, I love you and miss with all my heart and wish that there was some way of changing back time. XOXOXOXOXO FOR LIFE!!!
Debbie O'Connor
April 10, 2009
Mikey:
Because of the love you shared with those you care about and those who truly love you, your 'Spirit' gets stronger with each and every passing day and gives true meaning to 'Good Friday', on this special day.
I miss you and I thank you, for being you and always being there, no matter where the chips fell. That is what 'Family' is all about.
Peace and Love,
Debbie
Sherrie
January 21, 2009
Hey Mikey,
Today was Michaela's first birthday. I wish you could have seen her with her cake. It was way to cute. All she wanted was the frosting but boy did she enjoy every second of it. It made me think of the night you gave Darian her first cupcake and how she loved it. The laughs and smiles the two of you shared was priceless. It brought back your smile and your laugh for minute. It felt good. It felt as if you were right there with us. Then I couldn't help but to think of this past year without you and how Michaela only knows you by a picture. It has become a routine where she gets up, we go to the mantel, she kisses her favorite picture of you, and smiles the biggest smile. Even though she will not physically know I promise you she will know her Uncle Mikey in every possible way that I can teach her. I love you and miss with every passing moment.
Your little sis
Elizabeth Whipple
January 17, 2009
Well the holidays have come and gone once again. I was so happy that I had Lil Mikey for the Christmas party. It's always hard, especially to see your kids, your parents, and your brother and sisters trying to make it through the holidays just as it is hard for all of your cousins, aunts and uncles too. I miss you sooo much. About a week or so ago I was riding in my truck and that song "Don't laugh at me" came on. I lost it. It was actually the first time I heard that song since you passed away. I couldn't control it. There isn't too many days that pass that something doesn't remind me of you or that I don't think of you. I love you Mikey! Always and forever!
Love your cousin
Sherrie Allen
January 1, 2009
Hey Mikey,
Tonight as I sat with the kids watching the ball drop I could not help but to think about all the New Year's parties through out the years and all the great times we shared. This year I miss it more then ever. We all used to have so much fun. It makes me so sad to think that we are all spending this time without you near. I can't help but to sit and think about the big bear hug you would be giving me as we exchange our Happy New Years. I can almost feel that squeeze for real. Thank you for all the great memories for at least I have them to hold dear as I remember you through the year. Happy New Year Mikey! I love you and miss with all my heart. XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Love you always,
Your Baby Sister
Lisa Garner
December 24, 2008
Mikey,
Christmas is once again here and you are gone. I miss so much the happiness and joy you always brought to family holidays. It has left me sad and broken forever. I know that some day I will be with you once again but I feel like that is too long..I was shopping today and thought of you and for once instance I laughed out loud and then started crying in the middle of the store. Remembering all the funny moments of Christmas with the kids. All the kids love their Uncle Mikey and the silly things that you would do. I have come to hate the holidays and hate the pain that comes with each one. I will be strong for my kids and wake up with a fake smile and open presents with them even though I feel like sleeping the day away so that I won't have to think or feel the pain. I love you and miss you more than ever big brother. Please come visit me in my dreams so that I can feel that big bear hug that I miss so much.
Love always your lil sis Lisa
Merry Christmas!
Sherrie
December 14, 2008
Mikey,
As yet another family holiday approaches the sadness grows even deeper. Things are so different now. I feel like I am standing at a window looking in on strangers. Loosing you has turned this family inside out. Nothing is the same. We all miss you so much. I miss you more then words could ever express. I miss your voice, your laugh, your hugs, your smile, and so much more. I really miss us all being together. I wish things could just go back to normal. Now I don't even know what normal is anymore. What I would do and give to turn back the hands of time to change things or even have one more day. I miss you and love you with all my heart and soul.
Your little sis
Lisa Daggett
November 27, 2008
Another sad holiday without you big brother..We all miss you so much and wish you were here with your big grin and huge bear hugs.. Life will not be the same with you not here. Happy Thanksgiving Big Brother!
Please watch out for all of us during these sad times and get us through these horrible holidays.
We love you..xoxoxo
Sherrie
October 10, 2008
Hey Mike,
I had to stop in and write that we just got word that Matthew will dress for his first varsity football game tonight. Not bad for a freshman. Sound familiar! We are all so proud of him and his accomplishments. It is crazy to say but WE HAVE ANOTHER MD 36 IN THE HOUSE! No one will ever replace the original MD 36 but he is trying his hardest to live up to the number and the name that went with it. He is doing a pretty darn good job at it. You would be so proud. Wish you were here to share this moment with him but we know you will be by his side in spirit.
GO LEDYARD!
Love you and miss you as always.
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOXO
Your little sis
Lisa Garner
September 26, 2008
Mikey,
Every day gets harder and harder missing you. I wish I could see you again. I have had some ups and downs lately and wished you were here to talk to. Things are not the same. We lost you and the kids all at once. We all miss you and will never forget you. My state practicals are coming up and hope you will be there cheering me on.. I am doing this for you and have been put through a lot to get where I am today. I know you have been my angel this far.. Stay on my shoulder and get me through this. Love you big brother!
Love you sister Lisa
Michelle
September 7, 2008
Mikey,
I love you and I miss you. Please say hi to my mom and give her a big hug and a kiss for me. Both of you are sadly missed every day.
Love, Michelle
Elizabeth Whipple
September 5, 2008
Hi Mikey,
Sorry I'm a day late signing your book but Happy Birthday! As you already know I went to your grave yesterday. All of the flowers were beautiful. I just wish you were here with us. The whole family misses you so much. My son Michael reminds me of you so much sometimes. He LOVES to wrestle just like you did. He cracks me up because he will head but Kendall when they wrestle too. I know you probably already know because I feel that you watch over our family all of the time. I miss you Mikey! You will always be in my heart! Please especially keep an eye on your parents, brother, sisters, and your beautiful children. I LOVE YOU ALWAYS & FOREVER!
P.S. Please tell Jack that we love him and will also be in our hearts forever!
Love Your Cousin,
Elizabeth
Debbie
September 4, 2008
Mikey: On this special day, as every other day, you are on the minds, and in the hearts of all who love you. 'Happy Birthday'. Peace and Love!
Amy Metivier (Norris)
September 4, 2008
Hey there Mikey! Happy Birthday. You are dearly missed and never forgotten. Thank you for continuing to watch over your beautiful family and friends. Much Love.
Lisa Garner-Daggett
September 3, 2008
To my dearest brother that is missed so much, today would have been your 35th birthday and we would have been parting it up saying it was your birthday days before. I have not been able to stop crying since yesterday, knowing that your birthday is here and we cannot spend that special day with you. I felt you near me today and could smell your scent in the house as I sat here crying wishing we were together again. I know you are our angel and know that some day we will be together again. The kids all miss you so very much and still ask about uncle Mikey. They talk about the memories that you left behind with them. Freddie and the hunting, Sierra and Jordan with the sleepovers with lots of junkfood. Bre with babysitting and you coming home and kissing her all over her forehead making her laugh. If we could only have those moments back again. I love you and miss you more than ever big brother.
Happy Birthday Mikey!
Love you sister Lisa
Lisa Garner (Daggett)
August 7, 2008
Mike,
Please help us: Mom, Dad, and your brother and sisters to get throught this hard time. We are all so sad and need the strength to get through this next step of change. Today is moving day and your house will be empty. There are so many great memories there and do not want them to fade away. Nothing will ever be the same again. No matter how hard we try to keep things as normal as possible everything keeps happening over and over again making it harder and harder. We need you more than ever. Please help us get through this today. The house will be empty and so will our hearts.
Lisa Garner (Daggett)
August 1, 2008
Hey Big Brother,
It has been really hard without you here lately. We all miss you so much! Mckyia still asks about you every day. He picks up your picture and kisses it and says “Mommy uncle Mikey was here last night.” Maybe he seen your spirit here or maybe he remembers the night you were here with him letting him ride his new tractor into the entertainment center and ripping the door off. Oh what good times and laughs we had. I sometimes think I hear your voice while I sleep and jump up and look around thinking you are here again. I wish you were here to see me be a firefighter. I have surely proved myself to be a real firefighter and hold my own when on calls. I know that you are my angel at every call and that you look over me and keep me safe. I am continuing on to be a EMT after the Firefighter 1 class. I have been so busy with college and the fire academy that I haven't been down to your grave. I know you understand and know that I am still thinking of you every day and every minute. I would give anything for just one more bear hug and big kiss from you. I graduate from college with my business degree in a few months and wish you were here to see it all happen. I know that your spirit will be with me on that day, but wish you would be there to hug and congratulate me. After getting my degree in business, I start my degree in medical, I know you’re thinking what I huge difference, but I know you’re proud of my accomplishments. I have made the Dean’s list every semester and have received all A’s except in two classes I got B’s. I won’t complain especially with all the schooling taking place all at once. Our lives are so different now and somewhat empty. I keep very busy so that I do not have time to be sad anymore. I secretly cry when everyone is asleep, so that I don’t have to keep explaining to everyone what is wrong. It has not gotten easier to deal with you never coming back. When I look at you pictures the reality hits like a ton of bricks. Our softball team in your honor the MD's Angels are undefeated and going very strong. We have been playing in every league and tournament that we can get into. Mom has sponsored our shirts this season and we had your picture once again blown up and put on the back. We always have something to remember of why we are playing and why we should win. I will never let your name be forgotten as long as I live. I love you and miss you dearly big brother. Please stay watching over me and the family.
Sherrie
July 26, 2008
Mike,
Tonight I sit here thinking about you. We are on our yearly camping trip up north. This year we went to Maine. You would have loved this place. There are three fishing ponds, a little restaurant/bar, and tonight they had karaoke on the main stage. I just sat there and pictured you on the stage singing and it made me sad to remember that once again your are not with us. Roger and I where talking about past trips and made me think of our first trip up here when Roger and Taylar where babies. I remember going to the Saco River and how you crazy guys dove right into that freezing water and loved it. I keep thinking of me and you battling in our favorite game of checkers and playing it all night. I miss that so much. I miss the fun we had and cherish the times we all shared. As always, you'll be on my mind.
I love you and miss you.
Your little sis
Frederick Daggett-Davies
May 22, 2008
Hi uncle Mike i know its been a while but its hard for me to come on here and type. Im in the middle of class trying so hard not to have tears come to my eyes. And ya im back in school doing what i got to do for the most part. Just this past hunting season me and Rob got our first deers which im pretty sure you were there with us the whole time. I really wish you were there in person to see us and cherish that moment. And we deffinently got our deer the M.D. way cause there isnt any other way. Me and Rob are planning on plenty more deer this year we cant wait we are ready. We also have been doing a lot of fishing which also im pretty sure your with us then too. Your kids are growing up a little too fast lol but dont worry as the oldest im there for each and every 1 of them no matter what. And i promise that. But im going to get some work done i'll be back iigh
Love you uncle mike
Debbie
April 27, 2008
Mikey...Please give those who love you and those you love, the strength and the guidance to do what has to be done...the way you would have wanted it done...the right way. Tall order, yes, as no one, would ever be able to fill your shoes, although, your dream and legacy here needs to be carried out. And those who really care; and there are many; need an 'Angel' on their shoulders; now more than ever, and you are the 'Angel' Mikey...God Bless!
Elizabeth Whipple
April 15, 2008
Mikey,
Well it has been a year now since the day that you passed. It seems like yesterday to me. That horrible phone call that woke me from my sleep. I wanted it to be a bad dream. I miss you so much Mikey. We had the fire that burned from Wednesday to Sunday. It turned out beautiful didn't it? It felt so good to be together again. Some of us feel a little lost now that it is over. We know that you were with us. The picture that we got of you in the fire again reassured us that. You are incredible! I love you Mikey! Until next time, I know that you will watch over our family. Hugs and kisses!
Beth
April 10, 2008
Just thinking of you, Mikey. I pray that you continue to give your loved ones the strength to keep plugging along, it just breaks my heart to read the entrys in this guest book....May God Bless you and your family.
Sherrie Allen
April 10, 2008
Mikey,
It is so hard to believe that todays date one year ago was your final day of life.
As I sit here alone I keep replaying that night in my head over and over. Counting down the final minutes of your life. When that call came our lives were shattered. I can not help but to think of your final moments. What happened? I wish I knew.
I can't help but to remember the smell of the scene, the hospital, and our final time with you. It hurt so bad but at least you were still with us. I remember my head near yours.
Today they started to remove the rock that took your life. As I sat and watched I thought I would feel relief but instead I felt anger and sadness because that rock played such a role in this major change to our family. I was asked "What's wrong with you it's just a rock!" It may be just a rock but for the last year I have considered it your rock. I wish that this day a year ago they could have taken it out then maybe you would still be here with us. What I would give to rewind time to hear one more laugh, see one more smile, to give you one more hug. I understand that things happen for a reason but I still have not figured this one out. God truly works in mysterious ways. The time has come. Your final heart beat. Your final breath.
Your fire has been relit in your memory. Even though you are gone your spirit lives forever and surrounds us everyday. This fire is our symbol of love to you and even greater a symbol of your life. Mikey I love you and miss you with every inch of my soul.
Love your little sis.
Lisa Daggett
April 9, 2008
My dearest brother,
I find myself sitting up every night replaying the night god had taken you from us. Tonight will be the night we received that dreadful phone call. We have planned a spiritual fire and a ceremony for you. I hope you are proud of me on how we planned everything to celebrate the life of you. We all miss you dearly and can not believe that you have been gone for an entire year. It seems like it was just yesterday we were sitting in the office talking about crazy things in life. It has been a crazy year with saddness and some joy. It has been hard on me and the kids. We think of you a lot. I find myself trying to stay so strong and never let people see me cry. I do break down at times and just pull myself together because I know that there will be a time that we all will be together again giving big hugs and kisses. Please watch over all of us and visit us as much as you can in our dreams. I love you with all my heart and will never forget the brother you were to me. The bond we had was so strong. If there is one thing that came out of your death that is positive, is the strong bond that our brother Steve has built with me. He has changed so much and is becoming the strong one out of all of us. I know that you are our angel and keep pulling us closer together and I thank you for that Mikey.
Sweet Dreams my big brother.
You may be gone but will never be forgotten.....
Todd Erickson
April 2, 2008
Mike, Thank you for the strength to get through some of the hard times this past year. I still can't believe that your gone, I stopped up " The Home Land." and I brought my woman when she was pregnant. We got to see Raf and the kids. The way Tayler is growing it blowes my mind. I since then Had a baby girl I named her Isibella Love. I was trying to fly Mikayla down for spring break and I was scared that I might not have the money for a ticket every flght was 720.00+ taxes and child care for 100.00. I thought I would have tell her I would have to make up the time. When I looked at the dates were 4/11 till 4/18 the week of the Fire. I got back on the computer with a sence of relief and I just knew tn the back of my mind things would just work out for the best. I decided to check JFK instead of Bradley and Green.I found a ticket with Jet Blue for $208.00 (yesterday) round trip I booked it and knew that you were lookin out up there for me. I know that your up there watchen down on everyone. I havent looked at this since last year and I see how hard this is on everyone mostly your sisters. I wanted to share that with them because it might ease some pain and let them know that there big brother is fine. I have no doubt in my mind that MD is ok. But in the mean time everyone else suffers. Mike I love you bro. Toddy
Lisa Garner
March 24, 2008
I cant believe it has already been almost a year. It seems like yesterday you left us. I miss your big hugs and kisses. We are all very sad without you Mike. Hope you are watching over us and helping us through these difficult times.
Happy Easter Big Brother
Love you always
Your sis Lisa
Sherrie Allen
March 24, 2008
I also wanted to say thank you for watching over Darian during her surgery. I know deep in my heart that you were by her side making sure that everything went as smooth as possible. She has great GUARDIAN ANGEL! I know she has many but she has the greatest of all. We all do. Thank you!
Sherrie & Roger Allen
March 24, 2008
Mikey,
Our final holiday has come and gone. It was yet another out of the ordinary day. It is hard to believe that this holiday last year was the last day I saw you alive. Today I watched around the rooms as if reliving that final day with you. Today was different from the rest of the holidays . I don't know if it's because we are that much closer to the one year mark but it was for sure a strange day. Laughter has slowly returned, memories relived with the pain tucked away but when you look at each individual you see that sorrow hidden deep inside everyones eyes. You watch a hidden tear fall and briskly wiped away with the turn of head. A blank glance as though to be looking in the direction that you should have been. A chair short at the dinner table. One thing is for sure, your spirit was near. As I watched Michael, Taylar, and Teagan today I would see a look, hear a familiar laughter, similar phrase, and all I could see was you. Even though you are not hear with them everyday the best of you shine through them. Your absence is painful but the memories are blessed. We love you and miss more than words can ever express.
HAPPY EASTER MIKE! WE LOVE YOU!
Lori Coates
March 11, 2008
Mr. Daggett, I cry while I write this, I can't believe it has almost been a year since that dreadful evening. Your family and friends miss you so much. I feel that you help me make choices on things to do when I'm not sure of the right answers. You are such a strong spirt. I wish I could see you at least one more time. Your daughter has her gym meet this weekend, she really is doing great at gymnastics. Your boys are growing up to fast. One is a young man that we all are so proud of, he is so kindhearted that it makes you stand back and just love him for who he is. Your other little man is just that a man in a little body. I miss you so much. Love you always. #90 forever
Sherrie Allen
March 3, 2008
Mike,
It is so hard to believe that it has been almost a year since you have been gone. Roger and I welcome a new baby girl to our family. We named here Michaela. Obviously she was named after you. Even with all the scares everything turned out good and she is healthy. It's funny because I got pregnant at the same time as your accident. You knew how much I wanted another baby. We always talked about having kids at the same time again. Then I wanted a girl and I left it a surprise figuring you would help me. I got my girl. Then I always wanted a baby with dark hair and blue eyes. Not only does she have that but she also has your pudgy nose. I believe with all my heart that this was your doing. Thank you!
Michaela has helped put aside some of the pain but at the same time it hurts even more. You played such a huge part in our lives. It makes your absence unbearable. I wish you were here to share this time with us. It hurts to know that your niece will never get to know you. I show her your pictures everyday so that she will know who you are. It's funny because she already has her favorite that she picks out and stares at.
Dad had his sixtieth birthday yesterday and tomorrow is Andrew's fifth. It is crazy how much he resembles you. Roger and Drew started bow shooting and we took them to get new bows. The first thing that Billie said was how much Drew looked like you. I couldn't believe it. They are also doing karate and they are so good at it. Roger finally found the two things that he truly enjoys and he his really good at both. You would be so proud of them.
Darian will begin her first round of procedures this month. This one should be fairly easy. It's the next one that I worried about. I am so scared but I know you will be with her holding her hand and kissing her forehead. Please help keep her safe. She always talks about you and how much she misses you.
Mike we all miss you so much. Things just aren't the same without you. It's crazy because every now and then I will be listing to some of your favorite songs and I can hear you singing them. Even if it is for only a moment it helps me believe that you are here. I just wish I could give you a great big hug. I haven't been able to dream much, which to an extent is good because I tend to go back to that horrible night, but I once had a dream that you came back to visit and you gave me a hug that I could actually feel. It was that tight signature bear hug of yours. It felt so good to know you were really there, even if it was only a dream.
Well it is late. Till next time. I love you and miss you so much.
Love your little sis
Waine Johnson
February 7, 2008
Mikey,
Red Sox are Red, Patriots are Blue, those are the teams that meant most to you. They fight with heart, they fight with pride, when people doubted them, they came to rise. World Series won, 18-1, that's ok, we still had fun! I miss you Mikey! This whole year through baseball and football, I thought of you. Now race time has come again! Let's see 88 become a champion! Love you MD!
Lisa Garner
February 4, 2008
OK Mike,
Where were you? Patriots needed you yesterday. Wow what a game! I have been writing to you, but they never get posted. I know you hear me talking to you every day anyway. I wish you were here to see our new niece. She is so beautiful. Boy does she have your nose. I remember how proud you always were to see every new niece or nephew born. They will all know you as if you were still here. You will always be a big part of all of our lives. We love you and miss you.
Love you your sis
Elizabeth Whipple
December 26, 2007
Mikey,
Christmas has come and gone. This year was probably the worst in a long time for a lot of our family. It was hard for me to even shop this year. I did it. Even though it was the day before Christmas. Even though it is so hard to believe that you are gone, I still try to do my best with going on in life. We had our Christmas party for the job last week and all the guys kept talking about all of the good times that you used to have after the party and every other time you were together too. We also took a moment of silence to remember you. I know you were there in spirit anyways. I just wish I could see you. I didn't make it to the family Christmas party at your mom's. I just couldn't do it. I try to just tell myself that you were one of a kind and God needs people like you on his team. When I think like that it makes me have a better understanding of why God chose you. How about those Patriots MD! They are going to go all the way just like the Colonels. That's for you! I know it is because your spirit is so strong. I love you Mikey! Go Patriots!
Lisa Garner
December 6, 2007
Mikey,
I read this saying that I can't get out of my head. I wish I could remember where I read it. It read "To the world you are one person, but to one person you are the world" boy it is so true!Life is very hard without you here. I know you are up there with Nan, Aunt Kathy, Steve, Steve,Scottie, and Todd. I am sure many more. You guys are probably having a blast watching all us idiots. I love you miss you more then ever.
Love your sis
Lee
Lisa Garner(Daggett)
December 3, 2007
To my dearest brother,
Thanksgiving came and went. Christmas is almost here. I am still in shock about you being gone. I hate that I can't hear your silly laugh or see that silly grin you always have. I know you were Coach Mignaults little angel on his shoulder during the states game. I couldn't be more proud. Life is real crazy now and some of us just can't seem to keep it together. I am doing OK big brother. I feel you next to me all the time. I am going to college like you always wanted me too. I am getting A's to hahaha. I know your cracking up. I love you Mike and will always remember you as the most loving person in the world. I will continue to fight for whats right at work even if it starts to bring me down. I have stuck it out this far big brother. :) Lots of angel kisses and hugs xoxoxo
I read this quote somewhere and how true it is!
You are one person in the world, but to one person you are the world.
Love you Mike
Debbie
November 24, 2007
Mikey...I know you are looking over those you care about, and that in itself is, well, you know...and I am not in a position to ask, but that never stopped me in the past...please, guide...as there is nothing more precious than keeping what you built alive, to those who truly care and love you...
Lisa Garner
November 21, 2007
Michael James,
Today will be one of the hardest days ever. We all miss you so much. The holidays are the worst ever. Mom and Dad are so sad it breaks my heart. Please look out for our brother Steve he is so sad and is having a hard time. Watch over our new neice or nephew that will be born soon. He or she is very sick and needs an angel. I know you will be there to make sure the baby is safe. Please watch over all of us big brother. I love you and miss you more than anyone would ever know. People keep telling us time will heal. I don't think my heart can ever heal. It is broken in two and there will never be anything that can mend it.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Until we meet again.
I love you Mike, your sis
Lisa
Elizabeth Whipple
November 19, 2007
The One and Only MD
The Holidays are here and it is harder then ever. I miss you so much! Hunting season started and you would always have some deer meat for Waine and I. I remember when we would be together you would always grab some deer meat and eggs and cook it whether we were at your house or at mine. I miss that so much. The family Christmas Party is at Aunt Sandy's this year. I know it is going to be a difficult night. Although you will not be there to sing your songs, we are going to sing them for you. I know you will be there in spirit. You were one of a kind Mikey and nobody can ever take that from you. I wish I could give you a big hug again just like when you were here. No matter what you always gave family a hug and said that you loved us. I miss that too.
I love you Mikey! You will always be in my heart 4 ever. Please give us strength to make the best out of the upcoming holidays.
Love your cousin,
Elizabeth
Lisa Garner
October 16, 2007
Happy Bosses Day Big Brother! Even though you are not physically here, you are and always will be my boss forever. I love you and miss you always. Love your Sis, Lisa
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Freddie Daggett
October 15, 2007
R.I.P Uncle mike
Body: Goodnight, my angel, time to close your eyes
And save these questions for another day.
I think I know what you've been asking me;
I think you know what I've been trying to say.
I promised I would never leave you,
And you should always know, wherever you may go,
No matter where you are, I will never be far away.
Goodnight, my angel, now it's time to sleep,
And still so many things I want to say.
Remember all the songs you sang for me
When we went sailing on an emerald bay?
And like a boat out on the ocean, I'm rocking you to sleep.
The water's dark, and deep inside this ancient heart,
You'll always be a part of me.
Goodnight, my angel, now it's time to dream,
And dream how wonderful your life will be.
Someday your child may cry, and if you sing this lullaby,
Then in your heart there will always be a part of me.
Someday we'll all be gone, but lullabies go on and on . . .
They never die.
That's how you and I will be.
LOVE U UNCLE
Freddie
Lisa Garner
September 6, 2007
My Dearest Brother,
I miss you so very much. Life is not the same without you. The naming of the building in your honor went over very well. We are so very proud that you were are brother,son,father,husband, and friend. We will never forget you Mike. You will live on in each and every one of us. Love you big brother. Happy Belated Birthday!
Sherrie and Roger Allen
September 4, 2007
To our brother and our best friend,
Today is your day. A day filled with both laughter and sorrow. A day of hope for a better tomorrow. A day to celebrate your life and the legacy that you have left behind. A day to remember all the good times and the bad. Here is to all the memories made and all the love shared along the way.
WISHING YOU A HAPPY 34TH BIRTHDAY
MIKEY!
You will forever remain in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and miss you dearly.
Roger, Darian, Andrew, and Baby Allen
September 4, 2007
Teddy Bear Hugs and
Butterfly Kisses
Warm Birthday Wishes
Sent to our angel up above
Happy Birthday Uncle Mikey
We Love You and Miss You!
Lisa Daggett/Garner
June 19, 2007
Mike,
Father's Day came and went. We made a promise that we would not say the word Happy to anyone. There is nothing that is happy right now. There are a lot of things going on at this time and we are all so unhappy. We love you and miss you so much. You were such a great father to your kids and it's so hard to see them growing up without you. Michael James, you will always be in our hearts.. You made a difference in a lot of peoples lives. Your death has changed so many people. I love you and miss you, hugs and kisses to heaven.
Lisa Garner/Daggett
June 6, 2007
Mike,
I am having a really hard time dealing with things here at work. Things are just not the same. People are doing things that you would never let happen. Please guide me in how to handle these issues. Little Michael told me that you came to him and said that you were proud of me and that you and your angels would take care of things here at work. I really need your support. Employees are wanting to quit now that your not here. Please watch over me and help me get through this...I love you and miss you...
Lisa Garner
May 13, 2007
Mike,
Today is Mother's Day and it is hard on everyone. Please watch out for Mom. She will never get over this. It is making her sicker every day that passes. Raph is being so strong. We are all here for her and the kids. She misses you dearly.
As the days go by, I look up hoping that you will be here. I feel like I am living a dream. You touched so many people and they are naming a building after you. I know that you are sitting up there with that grin of yours,"saying yup and I deserve it!" Yeah one person didn't vote for it. The rest did!! That's all that matters!! Its called respect and you got it babe!!! I will continue to be proud of you even though your not here. I love you and miss you. I will hopefully see you again in my dreams and at the water. There will never be another Michael James.....
Elizabeth Whipple
May 10, 2007
I can't believe that it has been a month already. It seems like yesterday that I last saw you. It is so hard having to come to Utilities to work and your not there. It is not the same anymore. I am so lost right now. When I came to the department a couple of weeks before you passed, I was so excited. You told me that there was so much here for me to do. Now that you are gone it is like everything has come to a stop. I wish you were here. It is still so hard for me to believe that you are not her anymore, but every day at work or every week at pool when everyone is there but you, reality hits again. You had such an impact on me. You were the one who tought me how to shoot archery. You wanted me to be the first Pequot to go to Indigenous. I will regret that for the rest of my life. Just because it could have been more time spent with you. You were my captain in pool every week. You were the best captain too. We would get frustrated when you would yell "time out!" right before we were about to shoot. Now we are all asking ourselves, "who is going to yell time out?" I would give anything to have you yell before I'm about to shoot again. Some one else could do it, but it is not the same. You were so much to me. My cousin, a brother, a captain, a teacher, but most of all.....my friend. Life will never be the same without you. You had such an impact on not just mine, but everybody's life. I know that you are probably a lot happier where you are even though you can't be with us. I love Mikey! Until we meet again, at the pearly gates of Heaven, Rest in Peace MD!! You are always in our hearts!
Brittney Labrosse
April 27, 2007
i MiSS YOU MikE MORE AND MORE EVERYDAY. GOiNG TO YOUR WAKE AND FUNERAL WAS THE HARDEST THiNG i HAVE EVER HAD TO DO. YOUR FAMiLLY iS SO STRONG THEY LOVE YOU SO MUCH ALL OF THEM i HAVE NEVER SEEN SO MANY PEOPLE THEN i DiD AT YOUR WAKE AND FUNERAL YOU ARE SO LOVED AND YOU ARE MiSSED BY SO MANY PEOPLE. YOUR KiDS i LOVE THEM THEY NO WHO i AM NOW TAYLOR MADE ME SO HAPPY WHEN SHE FOUND OUT WHO i WAS SHE WAS LiKE i HAVE A GOD SiSTER AND SHE WAS SO HAPPY AND THAT MADE ME HAPPY AND TiGAN OMG HEZ SO CUTE HE iS A SPiTTiNG iMAGE OF YOU && LiTTLE MiKEY HEZ GONNA BE JUST AS WONDERFUL PERSON AS YOU ARE HEZ ALSO YOUR TWiN. WELL i MiSS YOU MORE THEN ANYTHiNG AND i LOVE YOU AND i WiSH i HAD SEEN YOU MORE BEFORE YOU LEFT THiS EARTH BUT WE WiLL DEFiNATELY MEET AGAiN. WATCH OVER ME. i LOVE YOU && i MiSS YOU.
<3 BRiTTNEY ALEXiS.
brittney labrosse
April 27, 2007
Mike i Miss you. you was def the best god father i could of ever had. going to your wake and funeral was the hardest thing i have ever had to do and i hated it i miss you more and more everyday. your family is holding up so good they miss you but they no you are in a better place as do i. im in track for you imma make you proud i wanna run and be as fast as you. they are gonnput your name on the helmets for football and they retired your number you were lvoed by many ppl i love you & miss you everyydayy.
Freddie Davies
April 27, 2007
Uncle mike im sorry that i didnt get to see u for easter i saw you on the 1st at the Eatser thing for the tribal members and i didnt really get to talk to you If i could have seen you every day since then i would have i love you I am also still going to sit out in my front yard at 4:30 and just remember you coming home from work and honking your horn And every time i hear a familar noise i will still turn around expecting to see your truck but i really miss you I wont let you down
Patience (Monk) Stevens-Allen
April 26, 2007
I'm almost at a loss for words. I only just learned of Mike's death from another classmate. In reading his guest book I've learned of more losses. My thoughts are with the entire Daggett family. I hadn't seen Mike since high school when he was in my government class. I have fond memories of him entertaining us all break dancing on the playground at Gallup Hill School. I know that Mike is watching over his family and friends with Steve, Scott and Steve.
I have no words of comfort. My husband was killed in Iraq in 2005 and there is nothing that can take the pain of loss away. Just know that you are in the thoughts of many and some day it will get easier to think of all the happy memories.
wendy
April 24, 2007
Raph im so sorry to hear about your loss he will be missed i hope all is well with you and the kids god bless you
Lisa Daggett/Garner
April 22, 2007
Michael James
Every day seems to get harder. My heart is broken in two. I know in time it will start to heal. I love you so much and still can't imagine living without you. We have so days we just sat and talked about everything. I could tell you anything. Please watch over my shoulder at work and make sure that I make the right choices.
Tommy Gardner
April 21, 2007
My heart is saddened today after hearing of the loss of Mike. It has been many years since I have seen him, but he is always a fond memory of my days back in Connecticut.
I still remember going with Tommy to their football games as a young kid and watching Mike shine on the field. What an amazing athlete.
That huge smile and heart will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace my friend. My children will always know Mike Dagget through the stories I share.
michelle` eleazer
April 19, 2007
To the Daggett family my condolences go out to you with much sympathy.I remember you all very well we grew up together. I remember Rodney Hayward as well he was not forgotten. Michelle Eleazer/Gaston God Bless you all
Nicole Johnson
April 18, 2007
My heart goes out to your family. I work at UMCCC and have enjoyed Teagan in several classes. He must have had a wonderful father to be such a sweet boy and I know his father will live on through all his children. God bless and protect Teagan and his family. We all support you. Love, "Miss Nicole", one of Teagan's teacher.
JENNIFER BRANCHE
April 18, 2007
RAFAELLA AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.MIKE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND WILL BE MISSED.
Todd Erickson & Family
April 17, 2007
To the Daggett family,
I met Mike Daggett when I was 10yrs old. In the 23yrs Ive known him Ive gained many friends and I feel very comfortable calling them family. Steven,Lisa,Shery, and the famous Donny and Sandy. I may not have seen them on a regular basis but whenever I did they treated me like I was a member of their family. It did not matter what time, or where it was the Daggett family would open there doors for me. Mike protected me like I was his little brother and looked after my little sisters in the same way. I will never forget that! One of my favorite qualities about Mike was that he never pretended to be anyone else but who he was as a, man, father,friend, and husband, he could care less what anyone thought! He was truely one of a kind and he will NEVER be replaced. My heart and prayers go out to his family and his tribe because I know he was an inspirition to them all!!
Todd C Erickson
Eric Joyner
April 17, 2007
Raph,
I am so sorry for your loss. You know that you and the kids will be in my prayers everyday. I am here for you if you need ANYTHING. I love you so much.
Your cousin,
Eric
Denee Downing
April 17, 2007
God Bless. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Tracy Lee
April 16, 2007
Rhaphaella, Michael,Taylar and Tegan,
I am sorry for your loss. Your husband and your dad was a great man who loves you very much. Although you may not be able to see him, he will be with you everyday watching over you and protecting you. Be strong and with each passing day,let your guardian angel help watch over you and give you the strength to overcome any obstacle.
Remember to hug,laugh,kiss and love everyday. Life is a gift and that is why they call this our present.
Love you and god bless!!!!
Tracy Lee
April 16, 2007
Don,sandy,Steve,lisa,sherri,
I am very sorry for your loss. I will miss Mike for the rest of my life. It does give me great comfort to know that he lived life everday as if it could be the last. He never took anything for granted. I am glad i got to be part of that even if it was not for very long, I was given the privelage of meeting and continuing to be part of a family who's love has no limitations or boundaries. I just want to let you know that I love every one unconditionally!!! Thank you for taking me in to the family and treating me like one of your own. I love you!!!!
Love, Tracy
Kathryn Campos/McDonough
April 16, 2007
I am sorry to hear of a great man that has passed away.. My prayers are with his family and friends..
Sara
April 16, 2007
Mike
Over the last several years you have become a regular part of the family here in our Dept., there wasn't a day that went by that I didn't see your smiling face and hear your infectious laugh. It has been hard this last week coming in and not seeing or hearing from you. God has other plans for you, and I guess we all have to accept that your work here is done. I miss you, but will never forget you, you are forever in my heart.
"The hardest part, is watching you walk away"
Sherrie (Johnson) Fails
April 16, 2007
Daggett Family, It seems like just yesterday that we were neighbors on Depot Road. And while I haven't had the opporunity to see you all in quite some time, it sounds like Mikey grew up to be an awesome man with many friends. I know that your family will provide you strength and pray that your many memories will heal your hearts.
The Holiday Bowl Staff
April 16, 2007
Raphaella and family
Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time of loss. Michael will be missed!
Tammy Steven & Adam Camerino Holiday Bowl Staff
April 16, 2007
Raphaella and family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss! Michael will be missed on thursday nights at bowling. Let your memories be your light and continue to be strong for your children.
Paula Norris
April 16, 2007
To all of Mikes family and friends, my family will miss him deeply,like so many others.We watched him grow into such agreat man.I didn't get a chance to share one of my memories of Mike,so I'll do it now. Mike,Raph and kids came to a pinic at my house for the fireworks on the Thames river and a cart came down my street with toys on it, so Mike told ALL the kids in ear shot to follow him to the cart.Mike bought every child something.He must of spent over 100.00.But that was MIKE.God Bless You All. Love you All,Paula
Lisa Daggett (Garner)
April 16, 2007
Mike
You were not just my brother, you were my best friend. I spent every day with you. I love you so much and can't believe you are gone. I was even with you when you left. I wish I didn't see you that way, but I have closure knowing that you went peacefully. We will never understand why you had to leave. I can only say you finished your plan that god had for you. I took pictures of the spiritual fire and we all seen your face there. Thank you for coming to us and telling us you are ok. I will miss you every day. I have no idea how I will walk into our office and deal with not seeing you at your desk with that big huge smile on your face. I will be strong for you. I will save every last e-mail you sent to me.They are all I have left of you.Steve M, Steve W. Scotti, and Aunt Kathy I know were all waiting holding your hand. I love you and will always hold you in my heart. I promise to take care of your wife and kids for you.. Oh yeah, I will fight to keep your office for you and only you. You earned it..(Executive Director) I was so proud of you big brother when you got that title. God has you in his hands now. Sleep peacefully babe. Love you Always!!!
Your baby sister
Lisa
Sue Garrity
April 15, 2007
My thought and prayers go out to all who knew and loved Mike. Especially his family. He was a great guy and will be missed dearly.His spirit lives on in everyone of us who are lucky to have known him.
Lori Coates
April 15, 2007
I could not share a story of Mike around the camp fire because I have so many good memories of him with my family. Mike never wanted anything from anyone, I know I will never know another man as giving as he was and he touched EVERY life that he ever was in contact with. I only regret that he never new just how much my family really Loved him, Thanked him, and would have done anything for him. My sadness will always be there. Love, Lori, Allen, Corey and Miss Cassandra
Tara Bonneau
April 15, 2007
We met in LPN school. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Melissa (Penza) Tate and family
April 15, 2007
Raphaella, Sherry and families,
I was so sorry to hear about Michael. No words can convey what my heart feels for you. My prayers are with you.
Juliet (Villaluz) Ratta
April 14, 2007
Sherrie & The Daggett Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Russell Lang
April 14, 2007
Sherri, Family, and friends of Mike,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you,always. All the memories established will bring a smile to your face in difficult times.
Dianne Drobiak
April 13, 2007
Raphaella, I am shocked to hear of your loss. I just found out today, I am so sorry I was not at the service. Know that you and your family are in my prayers. If I can do anything for you, or if you need to just talk, call me.
Michelle Winslow
April 13, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Charlene Oddo-Avery
April 13, 2007
To The Daggett Family,
I am so sorry for your loss my heart and prays go out to all of you. Mikey was a good person always there for anyone. He will be sadly missed.
Ruth Pomroy
April 13, 2007
So sorry for your loss, Mike was a great guy. He'll be missed by all who got to know him. My grandchildren loved him. God Bless all.
Trina Garafola(Lamy)
April 13, 2007
To the Daggett family,
My family is so sorry to hear of your loss. My brother Chris and I went to school with Mike from Gallup Hill Elementary through high school. He was always a great person to be around and we were lucky to have known him. Our prayers and thoughts go out to your family.
Linda (Starr) Price
April 13, 2007
Our thought's and prayer,s are with you.
Andrina Charles
April 13, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
paul & shar c/o a&m miner
April 13, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Belen Gonzalez
April 13, 2007
The Daggett Family, Raphanella & Children. I had the pleasure of meeting Michael and his family on several occassions when visiting my now daughter-in-law Lisa and Matt. The thing I always noticed was that he was always happy go lucky, very upbeat, with a great personality and always with a smile on his face or laughing. Raphaella and her children will go on with great difficulty I am sure, but with the strength of the Daggett family and her own family behind her she will become a stronger person. We are so sorry for the families loss. Know that we are thinking of you all and only wish the best for all in the future...Belen Gonzalez & Lindsay Rankin, Genoa, OH.
Dawn (Epstein) and Donald DeCristofaro
April 13, 2007
Raphaella and family -
My husband and I were so sorry to hear about your loss. My brothers went to school with Mike. He was such an inspiration to those who knew him. I feel lucky to have known him. Remember all of those special times you had spent together. Mike will be missed by so many people, as he, directly and indirectly, touched so many by his kind words and gestures. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
Shannan McNair
April 13, 2007
To the entire Daggett Family,
I will miss seeing Mikey's smiling face everyday at work. He was an great friend. He will be deeply missed. May all the good memories comfort you. You have an amazing family.
God Bless
Percell Brown
April 13, 2007
Sandy and Family,
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. As you celebrate Mike's life, please take the time to remember you raised a wonderful son, father and person. Be proud of him. God bless you and your family.
Percell Brown
Roger E. Densmore III
April 13, 2007
Raphaella, Steven, and the entire Dagget Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during your time of loss and sorrow. R.I.P Mikey
Bob Macek
April 13, 2007
Sandy and Don, I was saddened by the news of Mike's passing. My heart felt sympathy to both of you, Mike's wife as well as the rest of the family. He was a pleasure to be around and will be greatly missed.
janet preston
April 13, 2007
To all of Mikes family.....I am so sorry to hear about Mike...He was such a happy person and always had a kind word for everyone. My heart goes out to you Sandy and Don...and to Raphaella and your children...a little bit of Mike is in each one of you...take the love and support your friends and family offer...and it will get better. your family was so kind to me when lance passed...if there is anything I can do please let me know.....Janet and family
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