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Michael Walsh Obituary

Apr. 16, 1962 - Mar. 6, 2013
CULVER - Michael Walsh, 50, of Culver, Indiana, the beloved son of Jo Ann and James Walsh, died at 12:30 AM, March 6, 2013 of a heart attack while driving home on State Road 110 from work in South Bend, Indiana. Always conscious of others, though stricken, he pulled off the snowy road to avoid a car accident, dialed 911, but died before the quick responding Sheriff Deputies and Ambulance Crew reached him. Mike was a mile from home. Mike was born on April 16, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio, and with his family lived in Kansas City, Missouri, South Bend, and Culver, Indiana. He is survived by his parents; brother, Jim (Carol) and nieces, Anna and Rita; sister, Kate and nephew, Lou; sister, Sue (Michael) Fitzgerald and nephews, Mike, Dave, and Pat, niece Molly (Troy Ferguson), and nephew, Max; brother, Dan (Katie), nephew Brian and nieces Ann and Laura. Mike was a Missouri High School All State Football Player for Rockhurst High School, Kansas City, Missouri. He received a football scholarship to play football at Notre Dame University under Coach Dan Devine. Mike earned a B.A. Degree in Accounting from Notre Dame, a B.A. in History from Indiana University South Bend, a Master Degree in Federal Tax from The University of Missouri Kansas City, and a Juris Doctor Degree from Notre Dame Law School. Mike was employed by H&R Block, Mishawaka, Indiana, and Quality Inn, in Roseland, Indiana. Visitation with the family is from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST, on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at St. Mary's of The Lake Catholic Church in Culver, Indiana. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 AM EST at the church. Burial will follow at The Kewanna Citizens I.O.O.F. Cemetery, in Kewanna, Indiana. Prayers for the repose of Mike's soul with God in Heaven will be appreciated. The Odom Funeral Home of Culver is in charge of arrangements. Letters of condolence may be sent via the obituary page at www.odomfuneralhome.com.

Published by South Bend Tribune on Mar. 8, 2013.
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Mike,
You turned into such a great friend at ND. I was a student in Grace Hall and you were an Asst Rector. You mentored us as we operated Sarge's, the foodsales in the basement of our dorm. I will never forget your kindness and happiness. You are an example of kindness and caring. Love you Mike.

Mark Schnur

July 8, 2013

I met Mike while we were in line to get physicals before our first practice freshman year. He was one of the first persons I met at Notre Dame and also on of the nicest. He will be missed.
Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith

April 23, 2013

Mike was a teammate of mine at Notre Dame. He was a true gentleman with a kind spirit that I admired. Bless you all in your time of sorry.

Daane Spielmaker

April 23, 2013

You are in our prayers.

Bumper Schiro

April 22, 2013

Mike was truly a kind, honest and thoughtful man. He was so helpful to all of us at H & R Block. I admired his learning and his extra energy to help others. May Our Lord grant Mike a peaceful place in Heaven and solace to his family.

Leslie V,

March 19, 2013

Mike will be truly missed by all the people's lives he touched! I've known him since grade school football and basketball and the one thing I remember is what true Man For Others Mike was, he'll be truly missed!

Tim Lillis

March 14, 2013

Danny and Walsh family: Our hearts are broken for you; what a great "big guy" Mike was. May the road rise...

Pat McInerney

March 14, 2013

Mike was one of the finest people I ever met. I went to grade school with him and played football with him. He was a gentle giant. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.

Bill O'Boyle

March 14, 2013

Dear Jim and Jo Ann and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your fine son at a much too early age. I pray God will bless you all and surround you with His Love and comfort.

Mary Kay Heili

March 13, 2013

You treated us well, while staying at the
Quality Inn during the Stanford - Notre Dame game.

Brian Donohue

March 13, 2013

Our prayers go out to the Walsh family. Mike was a classmate, and while he and I did not spend much time together as good friends, I always viewed him as a "very humble and good person." Seems he carried on this humility throughout his life. Our family will light a candle at Visitation, here in KC for Mike and family members. Condolences and God Bless.

John Hart

March 13, 2013

To the Walsh family:

May God hold you in the palm of his hand at this difficult time. Mike was a wonderful person to be around always. His smile and laugh lit up any room he was in.

Pat Madden

March 13, 2013

So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I enjoyed going to school with Mike at Rockhurst. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Steve McGurren

March 13, 2013

Mike was a gentle giant. I remember playing football against Mike back in grade school. While his size was intimidating, you quickly learned that after he would knock you down, he would also offer to help you up. I know of no one in our Rockhurst class of '80 who did not like Mike. I am very sorry for your loss but I also know that Mike just won the most important game of his life--the game of eternal salvation.

John McKenna

March 12, 2013

You'll be missed.

Ed Green

March 12, 2013

To The Walsh Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. I remember him coming over to our house with my brother Tim in high school. He was always a great guy even to someone younger than him. I went up to Notre Dame to see him and he gave us the most wonderful tour of the campus. We went into places most people where not allowed but Mike new everyone and no one cared. He told me one of the best thing about going to ND was he never had turn his watch back. He always on KC time.
At times like this I like to recall the Irish Blessing "May God hold him in the palm of his hand until you meet again...

John Lillis

March 12, 2013

MICHAEL,I REALLY WILL MISS U AND WORKING WITH YOU..I WILL NEVER FORGET OUR LAUGH TOGETHER,

DANNY WILLIAMS

March 11, 2013

We were so sad to hear of Mike's death. We remember fondly the day we took Steve to Notre Dame for the first time and learned that Mike, a nice Rockhurst kid, was to be his roommate. Our prayers and thoughts are with the Walsh family.

Noel and Linda Keane

March 10, 2013

Mike you will be missed greatly. I really enjoyed working at HR Block with you. Please pray for me in heaven. You are a great person
Jennifer Niezgodzki

Jennifer Niezgodzki

March 9, 2013

My heart aches for you Mike!! I will truely miss seeing your happy face every morning! Great news is, we passed and now will become a Baymont (formerly Quality Inn). The tie was nice that would have been your uniform :) . There is no one that can ever take your place here or in our hearts, Mike you will be missed & never forgot! Prayers and hugs to the Walsh family. The staff will be at your homecoming Mike. Love and Prayers!

Amber Williams

March 9, 2013

You will be sadly missed by all who knew and worked with you at H&R Block. One of the nicest true gentlemen I have ever met. God bless the family. God speed Mike.

DeDe Shupe

March 8, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy to Jo Ann, Jim & Family on their loss of Michael, now serving the LORD

Judy Yannett

March 8, 2013

My prayers to out to the family. I knew Mike from being in several H&R Block classes with him. He was ALWAYS welcoming & outgoing! He was very smart, but never flaunt it. always willing to help guys like me. He will definately be missed!!!

Mike Conway

March 8, 2013

Mike was a great person. I always enjoyed having him as a student in class and working with him solving problems for clients. He will be missed greatly.

Nancy Lerner

March 8, 2013

My condolences to Mike's family. I will miss Mike and his kind and playful nature. I will miss working with him over the summers, but I find comfort in knowing he is at peace in God's home.

Raquel Mata

March 8, 2013

I had the privelage of working with Mike at H&R Block he was truly a great person. May God be with you in your times of sorrow.

Mary Blair

March 8, 2013

My heart hurts && I'm so very sad to lose such a sweet, caring, funny and over all genuine man, friend and co-worker. I'm glad I have had the last year and a half to know and work with Mike. The Hotel won't ever be the same without his smiling face and constant jokes. May you rest peacefully Mike you will be greatly missed! Many Prayers and hugs to his family. xoxo

Courtney S

March 8, 2013

Mike we will miss you at the Block. You were one fo the kindest, humble, man I ever met. You would never say no, no matter how busy you were. God called you home, and you had yo finally say yes. I will miss you especially. Your spot will never be filled at HR Block.

WE WILL MISS YOU, AND WE LOVE YOU MUCH, BUT GODS LOVES YOU MOST.

March 8, 2013

Sympathy to Mikes family. Mike was loved by everyone that met him with his kind and gentle nature. He will be misse

March 8, 2013

My heart is very sad, I was at a loss for words when I heard of Mike's passing. He was a kind, friendly person. I worked with him at the Quality Inn. Your Family is in my Thoughts and Prayers. May God's Love get you through the difficult time. Many Blessings.

Kirk Edmondson

March 8, 2013

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