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Michael Foraker Obituary

Michael Phillip Foraker January 20, 1957 - September 27, 2008 2 Corinthians 5:8 "We are of good courage, I say... to be absent from the body is to be at home with the Lord." Long time resident, Michael Phillip Foraker was born on January 20, 1957 in Grand Junction, CO and went to be with the Lord on September 27, 2008. Michael was currently employed with Tri-State Trucking of Vernal, UT and previously employed by Dawn Trucking of Fruita, CO. Michael was a truly loving and devoted husband to his wife, Cathy and referred to her as "His Best Friend!". He was a loving father, and was dedicated to his friends. He was a very simple man, quick witted, enjoyed being home, spending time with his family and when he gave his word, you could count on him. One of his most famous quotes was "just because you can hear a conversation, doesn't make you a part of it". He enjoyed his 1982 Peterbilt, coin collecting, moving rigs, carpentry, eagles, cat fishing and eating Almond M & M's in color order. Michael is survived by his wife, Catherine Annette Foraker of Grand Junction; son Dustin (Mindy) Foraker of Grand Junction; daughter, Audrey Foraker of Loma; stepsons, Justin Price and Travis Price of Loma; brothers, Steven (Laurie) White of Grand Junction and Jason White of Denver; sisters, Diane Foraker of Grand Junction; Paula Quick of Fruita; Jennifer Richards (Brian) of Chicago, IL; and Amy (Brad) Adams of Seattle, WA. Michael is also survived by his mother, Anne W. White of Denver and Frank Foraker of Grand Junction; five grandchildren and a very large extended family. A funeral service will be held Thursday, October 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Monument View Bible Church, 1173 17 1/2 Road, Fruita, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Michael's honor at American National Bank. Arrangements are entrusted to Snell-McLean Funeral Home.

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Published by The Daily Sentinel from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1, 2008.

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Diane Foraker

October 5, 2008

Micheal was my little brother, yes that is right little brother i know he acted like the older one but i am. many people call him mike but i call him micheal, mostly because that is what mom would call him when he got in trouble and he was pretty much always in trouble. wait scratch that he was trouble.
i will miss him with all my heart and i loved him very much, he was a best friend and a great brother, you couldn't ask for any better.
i remember when i was little he was crying in his basinet and i wanted to see if i could help him, well i climbed up on the side and it tipped over and we both ended up crying.

Emma Foraker

October 5, 2008

I remember his sunglasses tan and long hair, i would always give him crud for his hair and sunburn my bad "tan." I remember the last time I saw my uncle mike, we were visiting my grandpa in the nursing home and I was very tired. We started a conversation about math and I said "well at least I can count my a b c's" he started laughing and said "I can count mine too there are 26 and I haven't lost any of them yet."
Mike was someone who could always put a smile on your face and I am truly going to miss him. Cathy, Dusty, and Audrey I'm sorry for your loss and hope you can always look at the sunny side of life, like mike did. You are all in my prayers.

Chuck Fennell

October 4, 2008

Good bye old friend I'll miss ya.

Cathy, Dusty, and Audry my prayers are with you along with the rest of the family

Ronda Sutton

October 1, 2008

This world will miss the laughter & good-hearted joking of Mike Foraker. Mike was always so da'gummed ornery & had such a quick wit - that is why we loved him so much. There are some things in this world that we just do not understand - losing Mike is one of those things. May God bless & strengthen all the Foraker family.

Lant and Jennifer Kitson

October 1, 2008

Our hearts go out to the Foraker family. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers during your time of loss and beyond.

Having experienced loss ourselves, we understand how tough this is for you. Please feel free to to contact us is there is anything we can do for you, just email or get our # from Tri State.

Bless you,
"Kit and Jen"

Jana KRABBE

October 1, 2008

I will never forget uncle Mike's laugh or his stern voice, I am truly sorry for the loss of a great man, father and husband.

Regina (Adams) Bidwell

October 1, 2008

Cathy and Family,

I was saddened to hear the news about Mike. I am sure him and Jimmy are together talking trucks now. Mike was always quick with a joke or a come back, even in difficult times. He always brought a smile to anyone he was around. I hope you can find some comfort in remembering his great sense of humor. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cindy Royce Ward

October 1, 2008

October 01, 2008
My heart is broken! I could hardly believe what I heard. My thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family. I spent hours and hours with Mike talking about nothing important, just friends visiting when we were younger and then when we were older taking joy rides in the jeep. My parents Bob & Becky Royce and my husband Lyndell Ward all send their best to the family and a special hug to Frank and Diane.

Jamie Pantuso

October 1, 2008

Cathy, Kids and Family..

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this hard time.
Cathy if you need anything tell mom or let me know.

Jamie and Chaunsey Pantuso

Paul & Teresa Bussell

September 30, 2008

We are so very sorry for your loss. Somehow it seems, it is not as special a place without Mike. He is surely missed. He was our friend, and we will miss him.

Sarah Faverman

September 30, 2008

What a terrible tragedy. I am so sorry. My heart goes out to Dusty and Audry and the rest of the family. With deepest sympathy.

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