Michael W. Sankey

Michael W. Sankey obituary

Michael W. Sankey

Michael Sankey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jul. 20 to Jul. 24, 2011.
Sankey, Michael W. of Plymouth, died peacefully at home after a valiant struggle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) on July 18, 2011 at age 64. Mike was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He served as a police officer for 20 years in the cities of Richfield, Medina and Minnetonka. With his wife Donna, they established their own business specializing in police equipment sales. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Lorraine. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Donna; son, David; daughter, Leah Crane and husband Benjamin; grandchildren, Georgia, Vivian and Thomas Crane; brothers, Robert and wife Judy, William and wife Diane; nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and friends. Memorial Service 11 AM Monday at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6 in Plymouth. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment Monday 1:45 PM, Ft. Snelling National Cemetery, meet at lane 2. Memorials may be directed to the ALS Association. Gearty-Delmore Plymouth 763-553-1411

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July 17, 2017

Sheri Gronert posted to the memorial.

August 10, 2011

Gae S posted to the memorial.

July 26, 2011

sarah Sankey posted to the memorial.

Sheri Gronert

July 17, 2017

In memory of my beloved brother-in-law on his 70th birthday.

Gae S

August 10, 2011

I knew Mike through the ALS Support group. Mike was a positive role model and an inspiration to all of us. He loved his family and it was a privilege to know Mike. Our Condolences on the loss of a wonderful man. I will miss him.
Blessings of Healing, Gae & family

sarah Sankey

July 26, 2011

You have always been so special to me and I will miss you so much! I feel comfort that you are reunited in heaven with your mommy and daddy and no longer have to suffer. I cant wait for the day when I can see you again. I love you so much Uncle Mike! You were one of the greatest men to ever live!!! May God hold you in the Palm of his hands!

July 26, 2011

Dear Donna and family,

Sue and I remember you both with gratitude for the information you shared with us in your home years ago. We wish we had known of Mike's illness. We are at least able to pray for him and the family. God bless and keep you.

Sue and Ken Hatcher

July 26, 2011

Donna:
I just learned of Mike's passing and I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Lynda and I really enjoyed getting to know you and Mike and I will always appreciate the time that Mike and I worked together on a number of law enforcement related projects and events. We really apprecaite all that Mike has done for all of law enforcement. Jim & Lynda Franklin

Linda Davis

July 25, 2011

Mike and I haven't seen each for several years but I'm really glad we managed to get some of the old Anoka Ramsey people together at the Good Earth a while back. It was the first time I'd seen him in many years and also the last. We had a good time, as always, reminiscing and telling stories. He was quite the story teller. Mike was always so cheerful, had a great smile and a wonderful laugh that I will always remember, along with all the socks I had to throw away after riding to AR in his Vette and having green stuff squirt out on my feet. He thought it was hysterical, that and racing me down University Avenue and listening to me scream.

It was too soon for you to go Mike, that is for sure, but you will not be forgotten. You touched many lives in a positive way, like you touched mine. I wanted so much to be there today but it just wasn't possible. I was there in spirit though. My heartfelt sympathy to your family. You fought hard I'm sure, but it's behind you now. Rest in peace my friend. It was an honor and a pleasure knowing you. I will miss you. In love and light. Linda

Ronald Holt

July 24, 2011

Michael and I had not seen each other in several years but the times spent together while on the Richfield Police Dept. will never be forgotten. The many wonderful evenings of playing cards, men against the women of course, at both the Sanky residence and mine will forever be remembered kindly.

Kathleen Somers

July 21, 2011

Mike was an incredible human being. I feel privileged to have known him. Heartfelt blessings to the entire Sankey family.

bill sankey

July 21, 2011

I miss you so much Mike, it is true only the good die young

Michael Spiegelberg

July 20, 2011

~ God Bless ~ Peace ~ Mike

Heather Sankey

July 20, 2011

I'll Miss You Uncle Mike! Love Heather

Mike Rosener

July 20, 2011

Mike and I played pewee baseball together for the mighty Phillies. I caught for the games and I spent many afternoons in his yard catching for him. He loved the Yanks and we aurgued who was better, Mantle or Maris or Harmen..He will be missed.

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