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Michael Garrasi Obituary

GARRASI-Michael J., Sr. November 8, 2007, son of Frederick and the late Caren L. (Buth) Garrasi; husband of Renee L. (Evans); loving father of McKenna-Rose, Lauren D., Michael J. Jr., and Karaline L. Garrasi; dearest brother of Frederick Jr. (Renee) and Jennifer (Matthew) Podoba; uncle of Frederick III, Ashley and Kelsey Garrasi, Christopher and Wayne Podoba. Friends are invited to attend Memorial Services Saturday at 10 AM in Annunciation Church, 18 Greenwood Pl., Buffalo. "Holding a torch to light another's path will brighten your own." Arrangements by ADDISON FUNERAL HOME INC. Online register at www.addisonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Buffalo News from Nov. 14 to Nov. 15, 2007.

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Chris, Lauren, Wayne, Mckenna-Rose, Karaline, and Mike Joe pumpkin picking October 2007

Jennifer (Garrasi) Podoba

February 21, 2008

I want to thank everyone for their kind thoughts and prayers.

Last night's lunar eclipse touched me deeply. As some of you know... Mike repeatedly told his children that no matter where they were or where he was in life, that all they had to do was look at the moon and know that he was with them, looking up at the same moon.

I wanted to let everyone know that my hope in the future is to develop a memorial website of Mike, where any and all could come to visit or contribute. I would especially love if you would be willing to share your thoughts and memories of him. In this way you can help me to help my nieces and nephew to know him better and try to ease their loss... if only a little bit.

I hope to see or speak with each of you soon!

Thank You ALL, again!

Roseann Nuccio

November 29, 2007

Our families have shared many years together. It will be nice sharing memories with them as they grow older. Mike will never be forgotten.

Renee you and your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Craig Nuccio

November 29, 2007

We spent many days in our youth along with days of old...I will always remeber our childhood together and the trouble we gotton into together. You mill be missed and never forgotton my friend.

Brandon & Tatyana Minich

November 21, 2007

My life is not going to be the same without you. I learned alot from having you in my life. Me and my family are going to miss you ,and we will never forget you. My world is a better place because you were such a big part of it.

meredith moore

November 20, 2007

i am so sorry to hear of your passing. But the memories i have will last forever, i often think of the times we have shared and cant help but smile even laugh. renee stay strong for yourself and the kids, keep him alive in your hearts as i will

Jason Webb

November 18, 2007

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Will miss you forever.

Brenda Endl

November 17, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

November 17, 2007

Renee my sympathy goes out to you and your family .God Bless you
love Chris and Sher Dashner

Teddy Barker

November 16, 2007

To Michaels' family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I never got to know Michael, but grew up with his father and uncles.
Cousin Teddy

Ronald LoTempio Jr

November 16, 2007

May god be with you and your family in this time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mike and I, Ron shared a lot of history from kids Playing on the CB radio to Motorcycles and Fast Cars to starting a family. Best of all were his witty jokes he would come up with and share with us all. I am very happy to have had the chance to enjoy Mike’s friendship and have him as my best man. Mike will forever be missed and never forgotten.

Greg & Carmel Mecozzi

November 16, 2007

I remember Mikey as a teenager and always appreciated his humor.
May he rest in peace at his mothers side.

Raspberry picking with daddy on Saturday, October 13th 2007

Jennifer

November 16, 2007

Only Love...

Carol DiBiase

November 15, 2007

May the Lord keep you safe in his arms and deliver you to you mother Caren again. Rest in Peace.

Anne & Scott Servis & Family

November 15, 2007

Dear Renee, Fred and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.God Bless.
Love and Friendship,

Russell Cottone

November 15, 2007

I'm sorry to hear of your loss Micheal . May godd bless you and your family .

Bill, Kim Stephen & Mikey Cavalieri

November 15, 2007

Mike will be sadly missed by us. There are not enough words to express how much. May God Bless you and your family.

judi

November 15, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Renee, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.The Gugliuzzas

JOANNA ROMANO

November 15, 2007

DEAR GARRASI FAMILY SO SORRY FOR LOST I WILL REMEMBER WHEN HE JUST BABY HE I WILL GO TO MOM DAD HOUSE SEE HIM HIS GRANDMOTHER ROSE WOULD GIVE A DOLLER JUST SIT WITH HIM NOW HE WILL BE WITH MOM GRANDMOTHER ROSE GRANDFATHER SAL AND OUR LORD TELL HIM WATCH HIS FAMILY SISTER BROTHER AND DAD HIS KIDS

Chuck Lee

November 14, 2007

I am glad I had the chance to enjoy Mikes company on many different occasions. My sympathy goes out to Renee and the kids. Mike loved all of you more than anything. I will miss him.

judi

November 14, 2007

Renee, May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. The Gugliuzzas

Anthony Balsano

November 14, 2007

Mike and I"Anthony Balsano have a a history of 21 years together. Im goin to miss riding dirt bikes together down the muddy path, I'm gonna miss hangin out on sundays at the car auctions, Im also gonna miss hangin out at partys standing around and laughin with each other. May his family and friends always have a smile on their face because they know that Mike loved them. I'm going to miss you my friend.

Rosanne Gierszewski(Garrasi)

November 14, 2007

Michael will ALWAYS have a special place in the hearts of everyone he knew. He will be missed every day. Mike I love you and will miss you more than you'll know, Rosanne

Julie DiBiase-Johnston

November 14, 2007

When we were kids you were like a brother to me. All the good times our families shared, will remain with me always. God bless you and your wife and children and all of those who were fortunate enough to know you.

Vincent and Malynde Pellittieri

November 14, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. Mike will always be alive in our hearts and memories. We love you.

Jack Kupczyk

November 14, 2007

My deepest regrets

David Garrasi II

November 14, 2007

You will never be forgotten. Miss you forever

Brian Dye

November 14, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Annette Lee(Garrasi)

November 14, 2007

You will be missed, but NEVER forgotten. We shared a special relationaship that I will always cherish. Love you always.

Andy Poulson

November 14, 2007

Our hearts go out to your family.

Maria Pace(Cavalieri)

November 14, 2007

Renee my heart goes out to you and your babies. May god bless you all.

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