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Curtis Michael Friebel

1978 - 2013

Curtis Michael Friebel obituary, 1978-2013

BORN

1978

DIED

2013

Curtis Friebel Obituary

Curtis Michael Friebel CHP Officer 1978 - 2013 (Curtis) Michael Friebel passed away on August 2, 2013, due to complications from colon cancer. Services will be held in Bakersfield, California at Valley Baptist Church (4800 Fruitvale Avenue) on Wednesday, August 7, 2013, at 10 a.m. Mike is survived by his wife Michelle, sons Cole and Casey, and daughter Ryan, as well as his parents, Curtis and Gloria Friebel, his brother, Dean, and sisters, Carrie and Jennifer. Mike was born in Bakersfield on April 29, 1978, and grew up attending local schools. As a student at Foothill High School, he was very active in FFA. Upon graduation from Foothill, he attended Bakersfield College and worked several years as a journeyman electrician for Pavletich Electric Inc. Growing up as the son of a Highway Patrolman, Mike dreamed of becoming a CHP someday. His dream became a reality when he attended the California Highway Patrol Academy in the Spring of 2000. As important as that dream was, he managed to marry the true love of his life, Michelle Saldubehere, on October 14, 2000, just two weeks before his graduation from the academy. After graduation, he reported to the CHP West Valley office and began his career. In 2002, Mike and his family returned home to work in the Bakersfield office, where he continued to serve the people of Bakersfield until being diagnosed with colon cancer in February of 2012. Mike's love and concern for others drew him to many good causes. He was an avid supporter of Anthony's Seeing is Believing organization and Relay for Life in Bakersfield; despite his illness, he carried the torch and served as the keynote speaker at Relay for Life's fundraising event this year. Because of his personal fight with cancer, Mike founded Cancer Fight Club, Ink in hopes of funding costs for other cancer patients and cancer fighters all across the world. Mike loved hot rods and trucks; he enjoyed going with his family and friends to Dumont every year. Above all, Mike loved his wife and children and fought valiantly to remain with them as long as he could. The number of people who visited him in the hospital and his home during his last few months is a testament to the kind of friend he was. Mike was loved by all and will be greatly missed. Cecil Martin Family Funeral Care www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Aug. 6, 2013.

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August 10, 2013

Mike, your shining personality will not be forgotten. You are an inspiration, and I am proud to have gotten to know you last year.

Michelle, you will be in my heart. I am close if you ever need anything. May God bring you comfort and peace.

Love,

Nicole Shihrer

August 9, 2013

Curtis, I greatly enjoyed our time at West Valley!!! We had a lot of fun! You will always be with us! You will continue to be with your family, as your spirit is alive and well, and will forever be! I love you brother!

Gary Greenfield, Lieutenant (Ret)

August 9, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
The Samples Family

Justin and Cathy Coontz

August 8, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. So sorry for your loss.

Valerie Giuntoli

August 8, 2013

God bless you & your family Mike. You are truly an inspiration & your legacy will live on.

Tracy Bowman-milam

August 8, 2013

Mike I glad that I got to be friend with you and high. You was such a woderful men ,and friend .i have lot of great memory.my prays and hug to your family. You will be greatly missed.love always your FFA bubba tracy

August 8, 2013

As I read the list of his life activities, I was struck by how much he was involved in. Truly, this young man accomplished much and will be missed. But so many people have such wonderful memories to hold.

Keith Smith

August 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Friebel family. Training men like Michael was always an honor.

August 7, 2013

To my amazing,kind hearted,strong willed nephew with the pretty pretty eyes!!! I will miss u oh so much. Be good up there in heaven & no funny stuff :) LOVE, Auntie Lori

Heide Bush

August 7, 2013

I am praying for your family. I was a part of POWCA with Gloria years ago. I too lost my LEO husband to cancer just 10 months ago. Rest in God's peace.

Marni Banducci Wolosyk

August 7, 2013

Mike, we may not have kept in touch but I have so many memories from high school and at the farm. My prayers and condolences go to his family. Till we meet again.

Amber Burgess( DI Battista)

August 7, 2013

Mike was a great person he always had a smile and made others laugh my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Tammy Horn

August 7, 2013

I am so blessed to have known you and your amazing family Mike! You are an awesome friend and an inspiration to so many. You will forever be in our hearts and loved and missed always! Until we meet again my little big brother as we always said in high school!!!

Ella Colvin

August 7, 2013

Our love and prayers to all the family of Michael. It doesn't seem possible that this handsome young man is the same Michael on Club View Dr. I can almost hear his high pitched voice now. He was spirited and full of life then and still is. His passing is but a separation for now. May that knowledge bring you peace and comfort. Love, The Colvin's

Lynette Wren

August 7, 2013

Gone but never forgotten my friend! You have touched so many lives and your strength will help out so many people in the future. Until we meet again.......

wendy lakin

August 7, 2013

Mike, I only knew you for a short time but what an inspiration you were, you had amazing strength and courage. I'm feel so blessed to have known you. my thoughts and prayers are with your beautiful family.

Dave Hibbard

August 7, 2013

Your life was Full of love and service to others, you have inspired thousands and will touch the hearts of generations with your efforts to help others, God needed a Good Hand in Heaven so he called you home to be with Christ we will all miss you and we will pray for Gods peace for your family we are all blessed to have met you and known you here in this life

Brenda Calkins

August 7, 2013

Prayers to the entire Friebel family who were our wonderful neighbors for the first eight years of Mike's life. My heart is with you.

Vicki Harris

August 7, 2013

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you and you family Michelle. I enjoyed talking with Mike in the office at school. Heaven is brighter.

kelly mckown

August 7, 2013

My fondest memory was your smile and sense of humor. Now heaven will be even brighter.

August 6, 2013

So sorry for Mikes passing. Another wonderful man has gotten his wings. All our love Tim, Donna and Austin Carlile

June McClain Larsen

August 6, 2013

Absolute tragedy a good guy had to die so young, RIP, and my prayers are with your family and friend.. Rest well Curtis

Angela Brown

August 6, 2013

Mike you will be missed by so many. We all love you. I'm so happy I had the chance to do relay for llife this year. Your such amazing friend.. and I'm so happy I had the chance to have you has my friend. Sending my thought and prayers to you, Michelle and the kids, and the family. Fight Cancer One Round At a Time .. Love you always ..

August 6, 2013

I am proud to have had this amazing man in my life and his extraordinary family...Thank-you...
Prayers and Love,
Ceice Maas & the boys, Jacob & Jeremy Maas

Holli McHone

August 6, 2013

May you rest in paradise and run free through the gates of heaven. Now you can be a special angel for your wife and kids. May God carry them through this and know you all will reunite one day. God Bless

August 6, 2013

Mike!!!!!! I will never forgetnthe rides in the nova.
The rush will last a life time.
Adam stubbs

brandi drewry

August 6, 2013

Mike my heart is broken.... you truly were the best. praying for your wife and kids...

Jennifer Grant-Bettiga

August 6, 2013

Mike you were a lot of fun! You made my high school years crazy. You became a wonderful man and husband. Love and prayers to your family.

Jennie Brown

August 6, 2013

It has been awhile since I have seen or talked to Mike. We had some good times in FFA. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Keep your heads held high ans we will all see him again.

Brianne Brown

August 6, 2013

Although I haven't had much contact with Mike since high school, he will always be remembered to me as the class clown that got me through Spanish class! Many laughs were bought out by his great personality! You fought a hard fight. My prayers & thoughts to you, Michelle & you're boys. What a legacy your husband has left you with. Love & peace to your home. We will see him all some day in Heaven.

Robert & Patsy Raymond

August 6, 2013

Michael you were a wonderful person, always thinking of others. You will be greatly missed. Prayers for your family.

Lisa Carson-Farris

August 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Carrie.

Melissa Mahurin-Layman

August 6, 2013

It was an honor to serve with Mike in our highschool years on the kern county ffa sectional team. Mike was a great person then. Although i lost touch with him over the years it looks as though he had made a true wonderful marking in his life. My prayers are with his wife and children. May strength and memories guide you thru this rough time

Cynthia Claiborne (white)

August 6, 2013

Prayers to the family

Matt and Jennifer Wilkins

August 6, 2013

Michelle, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids! We are here for anything you need! May God keep you strong and at peace! Mike always had plans for what was next, so I know you will see him again in heaven and he will have everything figured out and waiting for you! We will miss him dearly, he was an amazing man! We love you Michelle!

Ron Beesley

August 6, 2013

I will always remember with fondness and appreciation a joyful and caring boy Michael who was a great friend and good example to my young son Greg and all their peers. His friendship and goodness brought out the best in those he knew. Thank you Michael for the influence that you are, and for the lasting difference that your friendship means to so many. Your friends and family are truly grateful for the blessing that you became in our lives. "... til we meet again..." Ron Beesley

Tisha Fuentes

August 6, 2013

I will remember you for your sense of humor and your strength. You fought hard and were and inspiration to everyone. I wish peace for Michelle and the kids and your family (blood related or not). You will be missed by so many, but we know that you will be watching over us.

Nicole Garcia

August 6, 2013

What wonderful memories I have with Mike in High School. Though, it's been a while since we last spoke, it's wonderful to see that the boy I knew in HS, turned into an Exemplary Man and Father. My condolences to the Friebel family and if you haven't already met them....say hi to my daddy and brother.

Kristen Baker

August 6, 2013

Mike, you were a great guy and kept a great attitude the whole way through. You will definitely be missed and never forgotten! Prayers to the family.

August 6, 2013

So sad, so young.

AMY GRANTHAM-OZBURN

August 6, 2013

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MIKE, MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR WIFE & KIDS & PARENTS, PLEASE SHINE DOWN ON ALL OF US TIL WE MEET AGAIN..

August 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with Michelle, the kids and Gloria and Curtis. Mike will be missed

Steve and Susan Dunn

Autumn Endes

August 6, 2013

An amazing man is now an amazing angel with beautifully adorned wings. You were a true inspiration to everyone and Cancer Fight Club Ink. is a testament to that. We love and miss you.

Stephanie Goin

August 6, 2013

Mike, you have left many, many, great memories for everyone to remember and share. I know you are your old self again and are watching over all. We love you and will miss you tremendously!! You will always be in our hearts!!

Pat Carter

August 6, 2013

My prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow for the loss of a GREAT MAN. May he rest in peace and peace be with all of your family. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU

August 6, 2013

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR GIVING AND SUPPORT TO THE COMMUNITY AND INDIVIDUALS,,,YOU MADE MANY LAUGH , YOU SHOWED YOUR STRENGTH, AND YOU SUFFER NO MORE, ALOTHOUGH I KNOW YOU WOULD RATHER BE HERE...PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY FOR YOU LOSS

Kathy Archuleta

August 6, 2013

My thoughts and Prayers to you and your family Carrie

Larry and Chrissy Wilkerson

August 6, 2013

What a great honor to have you in our lives. Your were such a wonderful friend to Sara and a great influence to Cody. You touched so many lives with your fun loving spirit and contagious smile. Forever in our hearts.

Frank and Mearlyn Stein

August 6, 2013

To all of Michael's family,
You have been in our continued prayers for your peace and comfort. My favorite verse from a card is "God gave us memory that we might have roses in December" and you have many precious memories.

Blessings,

Tara Jones

August 6, 2013

Rest in peace mike.. My thoughts and prayers for your family ... God please be with each and every one of them.. Tara Churchwell

August 6, 2013

My prayers go out to the friebel family, Mike went to school with my daughters .Love you all. God Bless !

Amber Best (Nunley)

August 6, 2013

When I seen the post on fb I was in total shock but I will never forget the memories that we shared in FFA together those were fun times. Mike you will be deeply missed by many. My prayers go out to the family RIP Mike.

Joy Dixon

August 6, 2013

So many years have passed.
I did not have the pleasure of being a part of your adult life. It seems that you have done well
And to expect nothing less you fought a courageous battle young man.
My days and memories are those of high school FFA.
What a special bond between all of the Kern Chapter no matter which school attended. Of course the rivalry ... And all the fun that came with it.
Loved you to pieces and so saddened to hear of your passing. God has a special place for you Mike
Love and condolences to those left behind. Special prayers for your Family.

April Schmidt-Beall

August 6, 2013

RIP Mike

Kimberly Phillips/Bryant

August 6, 2013

Michelle/Friebel Family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I hope that you find peace and comfort during this difficult time in your life. My Loving thoughts and prayers are are with you.

Kevin Flom

August 6, 2013

Michael, I've known you since you were a young boy. You were always the determined one. What ever you set out to do, you accomplished or you fought to the bitter end. As with this cancer, you fought to the end. Even though you might have lost this battle, you've inspired many. God Bless my friend God Bless.

Teena Carlile

August 6, 2013

My love and prayers to all the Friebel family. God bless.

Connie Richner

August 6, 2013

God looked around His garden
And He found an empty place
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your precious face

He put His arms around you
And lifted you to rest;
God' s Garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.

He knew that you were suffering
He knew you were in pain
He knew you' d never ever
Get well on earth again.

So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered " Peace be thine "
Then He took you up to Heaven
With Hands so gentle and kind.

It broke our hearts to lose you
But you did not go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God welcomed you home.

Debbie & Joe Weiss

August 6, 2013

Mike will be greatly missed by many, but he will be remembered forever! Your family is in our hearts and prayers. RIP Mike!

Jennifer Spears

August 6, 2013

A true warrior, you fought a great fight. My condolences to the Friebel family. May god give you strength to get through this very emotional time. We all now have an amazing angel looking over all of us. Your smile, laughter and friendship will continue to shine down. R.I.P. Mike. You will be greatly missed by so many. God speed.
Love Greg, Jenn and Family

August 6, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers to the family,he'll be greatly missed. A man with a huge heart and big smile.......Roger and Marylyn Bell

August 6, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers to the family,he'll be greatly missed. A man with a huge heart and big smile.....Roger and Marylyn Bell

Nancy Tucker

August 6, 2013

May he rest in peace and may God be with all who new and loved him.

stephanie underwood

August 6, 2013

R.I.P. Mike Friebel, forever in our hearts.

uncle james downing

August 6, 2013

i will miss you mike. say hello to nanny and pap, oh and have a extra one of nanny's tacos for me...

Staci Akery

August 6, 2013

Mike you have forever left your footprints in mine and my families heart. Thank you for always being there for my girls and being a great friend. Rest in peace my friend.

Kristi Gibbard

August 6, 2013

There will never be another like you my dear friend and one of a few adopted little brothers. You were a man's man with a heart of gold. I love you always

August 6, 2013

Thinking back to a time when Mike and Nick would play together on Club View Drive...Good memories of a good family...Bob Diercks

dean and schandy mudford

August 6, 2013

We miss you bro.I love you man

Denise Wallace

August 6, 2013

A true warrior and friend! RIP Mike Friebel, you will be missed!

Sara Garrett

August 6, 2013

Mike, words cannot express what an amazing person you were. I feel blessed that I have had you in my life for so long. I will cherish our friendship forever. Lots of Love going out to the Friebal Family in this difficult time.

Charlotte Borges

August 6, 2013

Even as a child Mike had a special Spirit. His leadership is only going to continue, as he helps on the other side. May his Family be blessed with the comfort & strength they need through this difficult time.

Sara Garrett

August 6, 2013

Mike, words cannot express what an amazing person you were, I am so thankful that I was able to have you in my life. I will never forget the lifelong friendship that we shared, you were always that person that I knew I could trust and count on to be there in a time of need and that will never be forgotten. Lots of Love going out to the Friebal Family. What a lucky man to know that he has a beautiful wife and three beautiful children to keep Mike's hopes and dreams alive. Lots of Love from the Garrett Family

amber fowler

August 6, 2013

I love you cousin ?

August 6, 2013

When I wasn't being the parent God intended me to be you and Shell were our Angels on earth. So amazing with my kids and for that I am eternally grateful. We love you.

cheryl and Joe

August 6, 2013

What a great man always helping all of us in many ways.
Love and miss you Mike.

M Watson

August 6, 2013

My prayers are with your family. You are now at peace. May The Lord comfort your family during this difficult time.

Sara Garrett

August 6, 2013

Mike, words cannot express what an amazing person you were, You were not only an amazing friend but someone that I knew that I could trust and count on in times of need...You will be greatly missed. Always in my heart. Michelle prayers to you and the kiddos. Mike should be proud to have you and those beautiful kids to keep his legacy alive. Lots of Love going out to the Friebal Family...

Lisa K

August 6, 2013

Mike you were an amazing man. You have impacted so many life's with your tenacity and strength. There was never a dull moment with you around. We will for ever remember the great times we all shared as families. You have left behind a true legacy and will forever be remembered. We love u always.

Robert & Debby Jackson

August 6, 2013

Thoughts are prayers are with you at this difficult time. We love and miss you, Curtis and Gloria, and hope you can find some peace in the gospel of Jesus Christ.

August 6, 2013

A great loss for anyone who ever crossed paths with this wonderful man. Prayers and love for the family.

Sally Carrasco

August 6, 2013

I love you and miss you Bubs. But I know you are in a better place and you're not hurting anymore. I also know you and Denny are up there laughing it up with your practical jokes. I'll see you later Bubs.

Salvina Moore

August 6, 2013

Prayers to the Friebel Family and Mike may you rest in Peace

Amy Watkins

August 6, 2013

I love and miss you brother, there will never be another like you. I am a better person for having you in my life. We will continue your fight and dream to help others touched by cancer!

August 6, 2013

Prayers and sympathy for your family Mike. I hope your resting with the angels now.

Kay Henry

August 5, 2013

Mikey....my wonderful friend.....I will miss you so! Prayers for Michelle and the kids. Love you all!!

Keila Moffatt-Crum

August 5, 2013

I served with Mike as an officer in the FFA. He was a great guy with such a personality. Mike brought life to the officer team, along with many laughs. I lost track of Mike after high school. Its very unfortunate to find out about his struggle. My prayers go out to his family for their loss of such a great man.

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