Michael Downey Obituary

Michael Steven Downey, 62, passed surrounded by family, on April 22, 2017.

Born on November 26, 1954, in Bonn, Germany to Burg and Maria Downey, Mike is survived by his wife, Anita, sons, Sean and Travis, daughter-in-law, Audra, sister and brother-in-law, Gina and Larry Carneal, sister-in-law, Karen Tanquary, and grandchildren, Jase, Kaelynn and Jarrett.

In 1972, Mike graduated from Mitchell High School in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and was employed by Safeway for 35 years. He moved to Wichita, KS in 2009 to be near family. The three most important things to him were God, family, and the mountains.

Published by The Gazette from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24, 2017.
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Mike,
Two years later and I still don't have life without you figured out. I wish I could tell you how much I miss and love you. Dreams died when you went to be with Jesus. I know you are in a better place and I will someday see you again, but today is tough. Baseball season makes me remember the fun times we had at games and practice when our sons were young. Now our son is carrying on the tradition with his sons. How blessed I am to have had you in my life. Your legacy lives on!!

Anita Downey

Spouse

April 17, 2019

Anita, Travis and the Downey Family,

I am deeply saddened by the sudden news of Mikes passing. Mike was an amazing person, I had the pleasure of many conversations with him over the past 8 years. I will forever be touched by his presence in my life. Mike's gentle laughter, servants heart and his kind and generous spirit will be missed deeply by our family.

We love you all so very much!

Ryan and Denise Dopps

May 9, 2017

Anita,
I am so sorry you are having to go through this. It is equal parts sadness and joy knowing that Mike is gone from us but enjoying rest in heaven. Praying for you still!

Jina Potter

April 29, 2017

Anita & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers for peace to you all!

Renae Delaware

April 27, 2017

Anita,
We celebrate that Mike is rejoicing around God's Throne, pain free and completely whole. Here on earth, those of us left behind will grieve his loss, with the hope that one day, we too will join him in celebration with the one who gave His Life so that we might share all eternity with Him and our loved ones. During this time of sorrow, may God hold you so close to His heart that you feel it beating with His Great Love for you. May His strong arms engulf you with comfort, peace, love, grace and strength to sustain you and may to lean on your friends who will be here for you. We have been so Blessed and Honored that God intersected our paths and we got to know both of you. His Richest Blessings rest on you.

Terry and Bev Bryant

April 27, 2017

May our comfort come from knowing our brother Mike is in heaven and we will once again hear that laugh and see his smile. We pray for the family as they adjust to this life on earth without him, keep him in your heart and he will always be close.

Mike and Billie Buchanan

April 25, 2017

Sending thoughts and prayers to your family . So sorry for your loss . May God grant you peace in the days to come.

Gina Huscher

April 24, 2017

Anita and boys, I am so saddened to hear this!! I worked with Mike for over 30 years at Safeway. He was a wonderful man and friend and so much fun to be around. May God be with all of you at this most difficult time. He was loved by so many!!

Carol Rice

April 24, 2017

You were not suppose to leave me so soon - 43 years went by so fast. I cannot express how much I love and miss you, but know you are not suffering any more. Life will never be the same, but I know we will meet again in Heaven. Rest in Peace, my love.

Anita Downey

April 24, 2017

Anita,
My heart goes out to you and your family in this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Always

Janine Steinke

April 24, 2017

Anita,
My thoughts and prayers goes out to you and your family. May he rest in peace.

Renea VanLooy

April 24, 2017

You were not only my dad, but my best friend. You can't imagine how much I will miss all the laughs we could have shared, the golf outtings we were bound to have, and the sound advise I always leaned on you for. May you rest in peace knowing that you taught me everything I know! Love you and miss you more than words can express! I can't wait see you again in Heaven Pops.

Travis Downey

April 23, 2017

My brother, my friend. I will miss you so. I will never forget the times we shared. The many talks we had that lifted my heart and I hope yours too. I will always love you. Rest in peace.

Gina Carneal

April 23, 2017

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