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for Michael Fabiaschi
MaryAnn Waring
May 8, 2009
Thinking of you, Mike, on your birthday. But, then not a day passes when I don't think of you. You did amazing things and inspired many people in your life here on earth...I can only imagine the miracles you're cooking up on the Other Side. With much love and smiles, MaryAnn :)
Thomas Scott
May 7, 2009
I met Mike back in the early Racotek days when he gave me a chance to move over from the development area into servicing support. Though I didn't know it at the time he helped propel me to a better career and offered me some great advice along the way. I have nothing but fond memories of his style and leadership.
My condolences on your loss,
Thomas
Julie Kean
November 21, 2008
Deb, Abby and Sarah,
It has been 2 months since Mike's passing and I just want you all to know not a day goes by that I don't think about Mike. He was an amazing leader, mentor and the master of amazing phrases!! I am constantly "trading up my problems" and reserving the right to change my mind tomorrow. There is so much more that I would have liked to have learned from him.
I am so happy for you that you have such amazing memories to keep him close to you and so sad that he is gone.
All the best,
Julie
arthur landry
October 23, 2008
Mike started at Burroughs in Bridgeport about the same time I did and was a scrappy basketball player. What a career after- I had no idea. I did not know him well but thought that the Burroughs days should be remembered. Godspeed.
Rick Warner
October 10, 2008
Working with Mike at Racotek and Zamba was always exciting and an adventure. He has left great memories with many people. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill Carr
September 30, 2008
I met Mike a couple of times and found him to be a warm, compassionate and intriguing man. My deepest sympathies to his family, friends and colleagues.
Lisa Schaertl
September 30, 2008
Mike's spirit and enthusiasm were inspirational to so many of us who worked with him. Please accept my condolences for your loss.
Ray Shady
September 29, 2008
Dear Debbie,
I am very sad to hear of Mike's death. I distinctly remember the day he first interviewed at LPA Software-- he brought so much enthusiasm and energy to everything he did. Sue and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Michele Kuhns
September 29, 2008
Deb
I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Those Basic Four days seem so long ago. It has been a long time, since Keith and I spent time with you, and Mike here in CT. I will always remember Mike for his charisma, and love for life. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know the girls, and your memories will be your greatest comfort.
Keith Kuhns
September 29, 2008
Dear Deb
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Mikes passing. I worked with Mike, at the dawn of time, when he was at Basic Four. He was the hardware guy and I was the software guy in many a dog and pony show. He was wonderful to work with and always had clarity of vision and force of direction that I usually lacked. I consider these some of my fondest memories in the computer business and learned a lot from him about how to sell.
Again I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
Sincerely
Dr. Keith T. Kuhns and Family
Katie Carlson
September 28, 2008
Abby,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Katie (Ryan) & Evan Carlson
Bill &Diane Ricigliano & Sullivan
September 28, 2008
Debbie I am so sorry to hear of your great loss of Mike. He was one of the greatest guys I met in a long time.I loved running into him on the beach in Turks,he just had so many great things to say. I will miss him even though I only knew him for a short period of time but I felt like it was a life time.He will be truly missed by many.
Michael and Julie Cochran
September 27, 2008
Debbie,
We are so sorry to hear about Michael's passing and pray that you and your daughters and other family members find strength in the days ahead. We are blessed to have crossed paths with you and Fab at such a wonderful time in our lives as was the case when we were at Fairfield University.
Michael and Julie Cochran
Lynda Bates
September 27, 2008
To the Fabiaschi family,
May you find comfort in your fond memories of Mike and remember the wonderful times you had with him. I am sure he will be missed my many. I had the pleasure of working for Mike at Xelus. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Dave Weir
September 27, 2008
Mike and I were great friends for years having met back in the MAI days and have remained in touch. I'm beyond saddened. We've lost one of the best and are left with memories of him that will continue to enrich us as individuals for years. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Dave Weir
Tina Fraser
September 27, 2008
Dear Abby and Family- I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was an amazing and special man. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Kjenstad
September 27, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark Fabbi
September 27, 2008
To the Fabiaschi family:
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of knowing Mike for the past couple of years and from our first interaction you could see the leadership he provided for those around him and the focus on his customers was second to none. I truly enjoyed working with him and always looked forward to opportunities to get together. He will be missed by all that had the privilege of meeting Mike.
Mark Fabbi
Vice President - Distinguished Analyst
Gartner
Jennifer McLean-Smith
September 26, 2008
I wanted to write and tell you how sorry I am for your loss, there are no words to express my heartfelt sympathy. Mike was a good man, a great leader and will be truly missed. May the love of your family and friends comfort you through the hard times.
Eric Rowe
September 26, 2008
To the Fabiaschi Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family at this time of sorrow.
Mike was a great leader and it has been a privilege to have worked for him for the previous two years.
Eddie Torres
September 26, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Fabiaschi family. A great loss on many levels for all who had the privilage to know him. The Fabiaschi family will be in our prayers.
Tom Gerrish
September 26, 2008
I had the privilege to work for Mike at Aprisma and I am shocked and deeply saddened to hear of his passing. Mike was an amazing man and his legacy has touched many people. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom McDowell
September 26, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time with your loss. Mike will leave a forever lasting impression on all of us and will be in our prayers forever.
Charlie Van Pelt
September 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fabiaschi family. Mike was a great leader who transformed our company by caring for his people and his customers. He was greatly loved, admired and appreciated.
David Smagala
September 26, 2008
To The Fabiaschi Family,
Being lucky enough to know Mike for almost a year I can say that his presence and leadership was simply amazing. His keen ability to motivate and make this company what it is today is a testament to his passion for success. I feel so privileged to be a part of his team and am even more driven to carry on his legacy into future.
Glenn Cyr
September 26, 2008
Fabiaschi Family,
I am shocked to hear about the passing of Mike. I worked for him at Aprisma and saw a man that was passionate about his work, life, family, and the Celtics. John and Abby please let your family know that all of them are in my prayers. Be strong and God Bless.
Dustin Bello
September 26, 2008
To the Fabiaschi Family,
Mike inspired great confidence in those fortunate enough to know him. His unwavering focus on people and doing the right thing is what secured his footprint in our world. Mike’s legacy will live in so many of the people he mentored and inspired. We are all better people for having known Mike Fabiaschi. God Bless. Dustin
Joe Griffin
September 26, 2008
Deb,
I am very for your loss. Please extend my sympathy to the girls and also to Gino and his family.
Kathleen: Surfside Landscaping
September 26, 2008
I am so so sorry for this loss. My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.
Joe Morrissey
September 26, 2008
I had the privilege and the pleasure to work for Mike at Xelus and I am saddened to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob Hartland
September 26, 2008
Words are inadequate in times like this. I want you to know that I will continue to pray for your families. I did no know Mike for very long but thoroughly enjoyed the few times we shared together at the Enterasys Executive Council meetings or over the phone. His love for his work and people was only surpassed for his love of his family. I have never met you all but wanted to emphasis a fact that you already knew. That being as a Husband, Father and Grandfather Mike was number one. Cherish the memories that you had and try to be strong as Mike would have wished.
You are in my prayers,
Bob Hartland
Baylor University
Josh Wood
September 26, 2008
In the short two years I had the opportunity to interact with Mike it was very clear he was a uniquley talented individual in many different ways. He has left me with an example of what to aspire for, which is a great gift I will continue to value into the future. Words cannot describe my empathy for his family and can only hope some comfort is gained in knowing how truly special his impact has been on so many people. His legacy and spirit will live on through those he has touched.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Josh
Greg Blum, Sr.
September 26, 2008
Mike was a great guy who imbued integrity and hard work into Enterasys. He will be greatly missed professionally and personally. He was a pleasure to talk to and always tried to put a positive spin on the trying issues of the day. My wife and I also lost a father suddenly at about the same age. Difficult as it was, we tried to focus on the on the positive effects that he had on our lives. Knowing Mike, we are sure that you also have many fine loving memories to cherish. God Bless him.
Greg Blum, Sr.
Kristin Knight
September 26, 2008
Dear Fabiaschi Family,
Mike's charisma, energy, and passion for everything he did are the things I will remember most. I am a better person for having the privilege of knowing him and a better professional for having worked with him. Mike's ability to inspire people was immeasurable. Abby- you have that same quality. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The guys at Great Bay Furniture
September 26, 2008
Dear Deb,
Rich and I were so saddened to hear of your loss. Though we only met Mike fleetingly years ago, we knew that he must be a special person by how you spoke of him.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
God peace be with you, John and Rich
French Lanham
September 26, 2008
After Mike had worked for Enterasys for less than 3 months, I was walking through the halls of the office, and Mike stopped to say hi and called me by name. I live in Florida and that was my first visit to the office since Mike had been there. I was shocked that Mike knew who I was by name, and I knew from that point that we had found a great new leader for our company. Mike will be truly missed.
Gary Rollie
September 26, 2008
To the family of Mike Fabiaschi,
Mike was a great man and a inspiration to us all. His legacy will live on for generations in all of us with whom had the pleasure of his counsel and friendship.
We are Saddened by his loss, but we are inspired by what he was able to accomplish. He allowed all of us to strive for a better future in business and in personal relationships, even if it meant we had to spend some time in Kansas on our way to California.
To the family who knew him best, we thank you for allowing us to share in the joy of knowing Mike Fabiaschi, we all will miss him.
My deepest Condolences,
Gary Rollie and Family
Tony Curtis
September 26, 2008
I knew Mike last than a year; however, there’s no question that his memory and sales leadership will be with me a lifetime. His open letter to Enterasys has inspired me to always remember the fundamentals while maintaining a clear focus on building the company. I count myself fortunate to have had several dealings with Mike and wish the Fabiaschi family comfort during this difficult time. Sincerest Regards, -TC
Michael Davis
September 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fabiaschi family. I loved Mike as my mentor and friend. I will never forget him and will continue his legacy through everything that he taught me and the person that I have become with his help.
Mrs. Lambdin
September 26, 2008
It was a shock to hear the passing of Mr. Fabiaschi. I will never forget the first time I met him in VA. I surprised my husband with a cake for his birthday, not knowing the new CEO was in town visiting the customer. To my surprise the new CEO was unlike other CEOs, he left a lasting impression on me of someone who was not only charasmatic, but someone who loved life, loved his family, loved his job, loved his employees and loved his customers. Tears flow for we will never know why God took him so early in life for we need CEOs like him, but we feel blessed to have felt his love.
We send our love to his family at this difficult time.
Lauren Green
September 26, 2008
Mike was an inspiration to me since the moment I met him in August of 2006. He had a passion not only for his work, as apparent to me everyday, but also for his family. I saw this as he spoke about Abby to me during my interview process. He was a great leader and role model and someone that I was truly fortunate to know. He will be missed emensly.
Bill Przybylinski
September 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fabiaschi family. Mike was the finest business leader that I have been associated with in my 32 year career. The term "role model" has Mike's picture next to its definition. He inspired all as a leader but more importantly as a family man and caring person. I will always be thankful for the opportunity he gave me. He will always be remembered. With respect and love, Bill Przybylinski
Jamie Harris
September 26, 2008
Deb,
My condolences to your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you, Abby and Sarah. Mike was an inspiration to everyone he encountered and a personal mentor and friend to me. Mike always found a way to turn adversity into a positive outcome. His energy, drive and compassion for people will live on in his children and everyone he touched. When I think of Abby I think of Mike, she will carry forward his greatest qualities. God bless.
Jamie Harris
David McGovern
September 25, 2008
To Mike's Family:
We at Marlin Equity are saddened by the loss of Mike. I worked closely with Mike during his Aprisma days, and got to know him well. Mike was a great leader, terrific ceo and, most importantly, a wonderful human being. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Tom Casa
September 25, 2008
Hi Deb
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy - you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong.
Fondly,
Tom Casa and family
Pat Milan
September 25, 2008
Mike Fabiaschi -- now there was a man who LOVED his family. While those of us here in Minnesota are shocked by the news, we are left with a smile as we remember Mike. A great leader, a wonderful person and great family man. His only concern would be for you. Be strong and know you are in our prayers.
Pat & Carol Milan (Racotek)
Anna Hoffman
September 25, 2008
Sarah,
Your dad was an amazing person. I have so many good memories of him. Our hearts go out to you and your mom and Abby. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers and are here for you always.
Love, Matt and Anna
Stan Beal
September 25, 2008
Deb
Everything seemed better when Mike was around. Most of the time it was. Much of the time it was much better.
Our prayers are with you and the girls.
Doug Dahlen
September 25, 2008
Debbie and family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Mike's passing. He was a good guy and I enjoyed the time I spent working with him at Racotek. Please accept my condolences and prayers during this difficult time.
September 25, 2008
Dear Debra, Sarah, Matt and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts break for you all. Love, Uncle Bob, Aunt Jackie and family
MaryAnn Waring (formerly Ostrow)
September 25, 2008
Deb, Sarah & Abby,
You, above all others, know what a special man Mike was. But, I don't think he had any idea how many hearts and lives he touched - or how many of us would have followed him to the ends of the earth in support of his vision.
Mike maintained an enviable balance between his passion for his work and his passion for his family. This is unusual for an executive - and he was admired for it. He inspired us to be the best at whatever we did and proudly serve our team and its mission.
I'm so thankful for the honor to have been Mike's assistant years ago. And I so regret having to say goodbye to him so soon. I always thought we'd work together again. I must say, I'm absolutely heartbroken.
I send you my heartfelt sympathies and wishes for comfort in this most difficult time.
Much love,
-MaryAnn
Frank Watts
September 25, 2008
Debbie,
Very sorry to hear the news. IT has been years, but I remember fondly working with Mike at MAI. He will be in my prayers.
Bob Denny
September 25, 2008
Mike was a man who carried the Force of Life---and he still carries it now.
I am proud and grateful that he was my friend.
Joni Keller
September 25, 2008
As a testament to Mike's ability to inspire his customers, we at UNC are truly heartbroken and crushed. We want to maintain his legacy by continuing the good work Mike would have wanted. Our condolences: your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Patty McKenzie
September 25, 2008
Debbie,
Your new volunteer friends at the Hampton Community Coalition are all thinking of you and wishing you strength.
We are so sad. Our hearts are broken, too.
Patty, Nita, Linda, Katie, Janet, Abby, Denise, Tammy and Kris
Dr. Lawrence Ierardi
September 25, 2008
I remember Mike as a student and he fullfilled his early image of being a kind and considerate person by growing into a man of the same caliber. May he rest in peace and may his family remember his model as a human being.
Mike Collins
September 25, 2008
Debbie,
I am so sorry to hear about Michael. Fab was one of the most unique people I had ever met. He lived the expression, "Anything is possible". I will always remember his strong values, good humor, and unshakeable convictions.
Daniel Heffernan
September 25, 2008
Fabiaschi Family:
I am a long time college friend of brother James, and met Michael many years ago in Torrington. As mentioned in Michael's obituary and among other fine attributes, the Fabiaschi family is known for charisma, making other's feel special and commitment. Please allow your wonderful, lifetime memories of Michael get you through these trying times.
Jonathan Garbarino
September 25, 2008
Mike,
You are a generous person and a great mentor. You will truly be missed, but your spirit will live on. My deepest sympathies to the Fabiaschi family.
Meredith Calderon
September 25, 2008
Debra,
I'm so sorry to hear about your husband, know that I'm thinking of you, in this time of sorrow.
Meredith Calderon
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