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for James Dunn
Diane Larcus
August 9, 2010
It has been an amazing blessing having Mike in my son's life during his freshman year at THE Ohio State.
James and his dad had spoken so highly of Mike after freshman orientation in the summer of 2009.
I am so glad I had the oppurtunity to meet Mike when I moved James into his dorm last September. I left James in good hands and remember Mike giving me a big hug as I said "take care of my son".
He did, and also has been a major influence to James the past year.
Mike will be missed.
May his family find peace in knowing what a loving man he was.
Diane Larcus
James Larcus
August 7, 2010
Mike Dunn was a man that can never be replaced. He was a leader, a friend, a mentor, and a second father to me. He made my transition and experience at The Ohio State University more than I could have ever imagined in my first year. His legacy will never fade away to those who were blessed enough to have met him. My goal is that all of us can "pay it forward" and be a fraction of the person that he was.
Love,
James Larcus
Gary Larcus
August 5, 2010
James Michael Dunn was a brother to me that I never had and a Mentor Emeritus to my son James. Even though James was some 2,000 miles from home I always knew Mike was there for him. Mike was always giving of his time to James and I. I always looked forward to receiving one of his heartfelt and numerous e-mails or dining with him when visiting the campus.
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY is what it is today because of great individuals like Mike. It would be impossible for me to write how strongly my love was for Mike. Mike is now with his mentor Fred and I'm sure the two will still be contributing and making OSU the wonderful University that it is.
GO BUCKS & HAIL PURDUE!
Love you Mike & God bless - Gary
Kacy Toberg
August 5, 2010
You believed in me, you encouraged me and you inspired me. Your legacy will live on forever through all of the lives that you have touched. You will be missed and never forgotten.
Thank you Mike! O-H
RENAE LARCUS
August 4, 2010
While I did not know Mike for very long, the impact he had on our son and on our family cannot be described in words. We will miss his leadership and his friendship.
Julia Larkins Monahan
August 4, 2010
My family and I will be forever grateful for Mike's kindness and professionalism during the time when Larkins Hall was torn down a few years ago. I remember contacting him to see if our family could acquire the Larkins Hall sign. He actually ran out into the rubble to secure the sign and then presented it to us. Then he invited us to tour the RPAC. He so eloquently walked our family through the new facility while taking the time to enrich our lives with stories of our grandfather's history at the University. It was important to him to continue the Larkins legacy within the new facility and he implemented it with excitement and determination. I'm proud to say that Larkins Plaza now exists because of Mike’s vision. He will always remain an amazing representation of the University. We are all better for knowing him and he will be missed. Our condolences go to Mike’s family and friends.
The Larkins Family
Jackie Lipscomb
August 4, 2010
Mike you will be missed tremendously. You were always a great friend and colleague...The Ohio State University community has lost someone very special... Rest in peace...
Michelle Applegate
August 4, 2010
I was shocked to read about Mike's passing in the OSU Today email publication. I am deeply saddened to hear this news. I used to work for Student Affairs and had to work student move in and remember how much I disliked it until I personally met and worked with Mike. Then I wanted to work all day just to see and spend time with him. Mike was a wonderful man and I will miss him greatly.
Tom Scott
August 3, 2010
Mike guided me in the right direction when I had no direction. Mike gave me my first real job in 1980 at SIU_C. He was not only my boss but a friend. MIke is going to be missed, I'm sorry I had lost touch with him. But Mike we will meet again along with Leon.
Mike Kult
August 3, 2010
Mike, you will be missed. Thank you for all you have done for so many.
Philip Payne
August 2, 2010
Mike, you were thoughtful, caring, and trusted advisor. Your passion for the students and University colored all of your actions and was much admired by me and I am sure by others. You will be truly missed.
Jeff Sessine
August 2, 2010
Mike, thank you for caring enough to always listen and willing to help so many see their potential. You were such a caring soul for so many. Hail Purdue!
August 1, 2010
As a "friend of the department" I will sorely miss Mike. He and his staff, particularly Bruce Maurer, have done so much for faculty and staff who play tennis at the Tennis Center. Just a few weeks ago my daughter Nancy who is on the staff of the Ohio Sea Grant and Stone Lab program and I met with Mike and Bruce for four hours as they speculated how they could improve the recreational experience of OSU students taking coursework at the lab on Lake Erie. As usual, Mike was extremely supportive of developing a plan and making it work. Hopefully someone, in tribute to Mike, will pick up where he left off with regard to this latest effort to help students have a better campus life.
Don Cruickshank
Professor Emeritus
Ohio State
Julie Runner
July 31, 2010
Thanks for all you've done for me, as an Ohio State and Rec Sports Alumni, and hundreds to thousands more students. You are an example and will be missed.
Jim Eubanks
July 30, 2010
Mike I appreciate all that you did for the youth in recreational sports, myself included. May you, Mark Fletcher, William Wasson and all other NIRSA greats have a great time reuniting!
July 30, 2010
A dear friend and colleague who will be missed for all that he gave and the wonderful friend he was. Love you, Monkey 2!! Vicki Highstreet
Ken Bolland
July 30, 2010
A wonderful man. He will really be missed. It's a big loss.
John Katsares
July 30, 2010
I'll miss the great conversations we had together at Ohio State Recreational Sports. You were a great and selfless man! Rest in Peace Mike.
Marty Allen
July 30, 2010
J. Michael! I guess you and Fred will be going together to see the movies on Friday once again. Thanks for being such a great friend to me personally, to our Special Olympics Ohio Program, and the athletes we serve. Here's hoping those movies are all good ones & the popcorn never runs out!
July 30, 2010
A truly selfless man and sincere person. I'll miss the many conversations we had in our department at Ohio State! Rest in peace Mike!!
Dave, Janet, Mike and Snowball. Mike, of course, is driving the cart.
Janet Dunn
July 30, 2010
I am proud of you, big brother. You were obviously loved by many and kind to all. What a great legacy.
Stan Campbell
July 30, 2010
The collegiate recreational sports profession has lost a great and caring leader, as well as a friend and colleague to many. Rest in peace my friend.
Jane Ewing
July 30, 2010
Mike, Even though I haven't seen you since High School, You will be greatly missed by your family and friends. So proud of your accomplishments. Jane Toney Ewing, Class of "66" Beech Grove High School
Mike Zampini
July 30, 2010
He meant so much to so many at Ohio State, including me. He will be missed.
Gene Lamke
July 30, 2010
Mike was wonderful and caring person. He always had a smile for everyone and was a consummate professional in the recreational sports profession. He will be sorely missed by all of his friends in NIRSA. Your memory lives on Mike!
July 30, 2010
Melanie and myself have been blessed for over thirty five years to have Mike as a dear friend in Christ and with my working with Mike in our NIRSA organization during this time frame. My entire family enjoyed his passion for recreation and he truly possessed a "servants heart." Sam and Melanie Hirt and family.
Mike Giles Sr.
July 30, 2010
Mike Dunn will be honored and remembered by all the professionals he influenced within Recreational Sports.
Jim Lewis
July 30, 2010
Mike was a blessing to all of us and will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.
Rin Seibert
July 30, 2010
Mike has blessed my life and the lives of so many. I am thankful for his friendship and support over the past 33 years. God's blessings to his family and friends. Rin Seibert, Valparaiso University
July 30, 2010
Thank you for your service to our country.
Blue Star Mothers
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Worthington/Columbus OH
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