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for Mike Haydon
Donna Stanton
October 13, 2012
Lisa,
I just heard and am so saddened by this news. I remember the fun times we all had when you and I lived together while you were dating Mike. I know that Mike has always been the love of your life. My heart goes out to you and your family. I love you, Girlfriend!
Jonathan Drewry
September 28, 2012
Mike was one of those truly amazing people that you meet on life's path. An encounter, however brief it may be, that puts a smile on your face every time you reflect upon your time with him. I was only in KY for a matter of months and a complete stranger to Mike-but he took me in and treated me like a son. I found this very sad news in seeking out Mike today after many years- hoping to reconnect with him. My thoughts and prayers for his family and all those he had such a positive impact on during his life.
Anne Montgomery Baas
August 19, 2012
Lisa and family I know that you are heartbroken. I was unable to come to Springfield last week but know that you were all in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to pray for all of you.
Hope Ogden
August 19, 2012
Lisa and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I'm still in shock as I am sure you are also. If there is anything that I can do for you and/or your family you need only to ask. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
August 16, 2012
Aunt Frances, Uncle C.H., Lisa and all the families...we are so terribly sad for your loss! How very tragic for everyone....we pray for healing and peace for you all! Lisa, Karen, Kathy, and Patrick.....your California cousins.
Steven Back
August 15, 2012
I am so saddened by the news of Mike's passing.....I hardly know what to say.
Mike was a very thoughtful and understanding person...and placed compassion for others first and foremost.
A consummate professional, Mike dedicated himself to the citizens of the Commonwealth.
On a personal note, Mike was there for me during some difficult personal times years ago...and his support and concern helped me to endure them. The Capital City has lost a bright star...but it will continue to shine.
Mike and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. Godspeed, my friend.
Dennis Langford
August 15, 2012
Lisa, Joe Pat, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a very special person. Know that Mike and you will be in my Masses and rosaries for the next week.
Mary Gaines Locke
August 15, 2012
Lisa,
I was so sorry to hear about your husband. I didn't know Mike, but always considered you such a special friend. I still think of you so often. I hope to get to the funeral home, but if I don't I wanted you to know how much I am thinking of you.
August 15, 2012
Lisa, You and your family are in our prayers.
Polly & Craig Schmitz, Lexington, KY.
Paula & Wayne Bemiss
August 14, 2012
Mike is mourned by a community and state who knew him as a personal friend as well as an unwavering advocate firstly for his family and then his community/state. His sudden loss has stunned those of us who have been fortunate enough to enjoy his wit and stark candor. We will miss his presence, and ache for his family's loss. May he be rejoicing in the joy of Our Lord's grace.
August 14, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Haydon family.
Joe and Charlotte Moffitt
Springfield, KY
Mary Lloyd & Larry Barber
August 14, 2012
Lisa & Family
Larry & I send our deepest sympathy & to let u know that you the kids and the whole Haydon,Hale & Carney are in our thoughts & prayers.
Mike aka Moochie Smith
August 14, 2012
I am sorry to hear about this. He was a great asset to Kentucky. Springfield has lost a true Kentucky Statesman. Rejoice in the fact that he was a very positive person and touched the lives of many. Reset in Peace my friend.
Mary Ellen Graves
August 14, 2012
Lisa, Blair, Kate, Ben and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Today the entire state mourns with you. Mike's personality, smile, and (yes)charm brightened the room whenever he walked in. The Commonwealth of Kentucky has lost a true Statesman and his vast knowledge of the workings of government cannot be matched. One of the memories I will always carry with me is how much Mike loved his family, especially his children. He treated his children with fairness, firmness and love. If every father was like Mike we would have less turmoil in the world today. May God hold you close in the days ahead.
Gary Fields
August 14, 2012
A true friend and my cousin, he always made me smile and had a kind word for everyone. He would go out of his way to help you any way he could. He was the best politican I ever knew and met. You will truly be missed in Kentucky Mike.
Lisa, Blair, Kate, Ben, Uncle CH, Aunt Frances and family, Mike left a mark that will always be remembered. I onlly hope more people will use him as a role model on how to treat everyone in life. Sleep well my friend. You did well. God bless.
Teri Blanton
August 14, 2012
My condolences to your family
Mike ritchie
August 14, 2012
Mike was a friend to everyone he met and a dedicated servant to the people of Kentucky. he will be sorely missed by all who knew him. He stayed connected to his roots in Washington County, adn lived by those principles.
Jean Marie Durham
August 14, 2012
Mike served Kentuckians for more than 35 years;
Tackling numerous hurdles without any fears!
He was always able to laugh and have fun, for that was his talent;
Possessing the ability to get the job done, while remaining forever gallent!
The world has lost a great friend, this fact is so true;
I pray that God eases each sad and heavy heart, that is felt by each of you.
I Love You Lisa ~ Jean Marie, your friend of 39 years.
Jean Marie Durham
August 14, 2012
Mike served Kentuckians, for more than 35 years;
Tackling numerous hurdles, without any fears!
He was always able to laugh and have fun, for that was his talent;
Possessing the ability to get the job done, while remaining forever gallent!
The world has lost a great friend, this fact is so true;
I pray God eases each sad and heavy heart, that is felt by each of you!
Lisa, I Love You ~ Jean Marie, your and Mike's friend for 39 years!
Tom Steltenkamp
August 14, 2012
Lisa and family, I'm truly saddened by your loss. Mike was a great guy and alway greeted you with a smile! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God bless you all and rest in peace Mike!
James Spalding
August 13, 2012
Lisa, Iam very sadden to hear about your
husband death. I myself went to high
school together, and ran together also.
I myself will miss him. you have my
sympathy. James L. Spalding: Lou. Ky.
Robby Puckett
August 13, 2012
Blair, Kate, and Ben I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. It was amazing to see all the kind words that people had to say about your dad. While I only met him once, I know you three are a reflection of him and his legacy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
Karen C Jones
August 13, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with Lisa and the children. Mike will be sorely missed by everyone. He was a fine man and a good friend. May God bless you my good friend, I will miss you.
Suzanne (Renaud) Cwiak
August 13, 2012
I've considered Mike a friend for so long, since I had the pleasure of working with him in state government. He always made time to recognize you and make you feel like one of his "important" people. I considered him a friend.
My prayers and sympathy go out to his family.
Derek Hall
August 13, 2012
Mike was a great asset to state government and will be sorely missed. My condolences and deepest sympathies go out to his family, as well as my prayers for those that were closest with him.
Sen. Walter " Doc " Blevins
August 13, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Lisa, the children, the family, and friends. A truly great public servant, political genius, a wonderful father and husband. My good friend for thirty years. May God bless and comfort.
Judy Duerson
August 13, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go to the Hayden family during this time of loss. Mike will be missed by everyone that had the pleasure to know and work with him.
Winn Turney
August 13, 2012
Mike was a no nonsense guy I truly respected that who could also make you laugh. He was a great asset to state government and to the Governor. It is a terrible loss for all of us who knew and worked with him.
Karen Keown
August 13, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Haydon family on the loss of Mike especially my best friend Nell and Mike's brother Joe Pat. Thoughout my professional career, I had the absolute greatest respect for Mike's talents, creative solutions and the integrity he showed to all of those he worked with. Kentucky loss one of the good guys. Respecfully yours...
Row Holloway
August 13, 2012
He will be missed in Frankfort and Springfield as he was a good man and a good government advocate. Prayers are sent out to the family in this time of greif.
John Chowning
August 13, 2012
Mike Haydon was a gentleman, good friend and a true public servant in every sense of the word. He will be missed by his many friends throughout the Commonwealth. We extend heartfelt sympathy to his wife, children and extended family. Our prayers and thoughts are with them.
Richie Hamilton
August 13, 2012
Mike Haydon was extremely talented man with an exemplary work ethic and an even greater pesonality. A shining example of a person who held GOD, Family and Country ( as well as Commonwealth & county) in his heart and daily ethos. His friendship and his laugh will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Lisa and their children as well as all the Haydon family. We are so sorry for your loss. The whole Commonwealth of Kentucky has lost a great servant and friend.
Kenneth Lyons
August 13, 2012
I am very sorry for the loss of Mr. Haydon. As Nicholas County Judge Exec. he was someone I could call on for advice. He was always very professional and friendly. Mrs Haydon and the family are in my prayers.
Dennis Shepherd
August 13, 2012
Such a nice man. So sorry for his wife and children.
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