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Mike Easterling Obituary

Mike "Bull" Easterling
May 8, 1956 - September 30, 2012
Byron, GA- Mike "Bull" Easterling, 56, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2012 of injuries sustained in an accidental fall. The family will meet friends for a casual celebration of his life from 4 - 8 p.m., Thursday, October 4th at Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Central Georgia, 6261 Peake Road, Macon GA 31210.
Mr. Easterling was born in Dayton, Ohio and had lived in the Warner Robins/Byron area most of his life. He was a 1974 graduate of Northside High School and attended the University of Georgia where he was a member of the 1975 UGA Redcoat Marching Band. Mr. Easterling was a talented musician and an avid Northside Eagles football fan. He was the father of the late Skyla Marie Easterling.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 32 years, Tracey Payne Smith Easterling; his son, Justin (Christina) Easterling; brothers, Brett (Denise) Warfe and Brian Warfe; grandsons, Nycholas and Trenton Easterling; his beloved dogs, Maxine and Brutus; a great number of friends and fellow musicians and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Visit www.maconmemorial.com to express condolences.
Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Telegraph from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2012.

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October 5, 2012

I know he will be missed dearly. Yall are such a sweet family. It was a pleasure to help take care of Mr. Easterling.

Nick and Anabelle Nickerson

October 5, 2012

Tracey and Justin,we are very sorry for your loss of big Mike. Always enjoyed our talks and will be in our prayers.

Amy Tooker

October 5, 2012

Tracey and Justin, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart is very heavy today while thinking of you both. I pray that God will comfort you now and always. Mike, may you rest in peace my friend, neighbor and coach. Please watch over my future Eagles!!! I've got some serious football players in the making. :) Go NHS!!! Love, Amy D. Tooker and family

Ross Tooker

October 4, 2012

Dear Tracey and Justin, I'm really sorry for your loss ,I really enjoyed all the times we played basketball together and went to the north side football games,you all were really great neighbors,let me know if u need anything.

Bob & Brenda Tooker

October 4, 2012

TRACEY, WE ARE REALLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

Bobbie Sellers

October 4, 2012

Tracy, Justin and family so sorry to hear of Mike's accident and passing. I read this today and thought of Mike and his accident it is so true, "You do not know what tomorrow shall bring."(James 4: 13-15). My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Dawn

October 4, 2012

Tracey, I know that this is a time of grief and sorrow for you. I am here for you when you need to talk. God will lift you and your family up. God bless you and keep you.

Rick and Tina Haupt

October 4, 2012

Tracey our thoughts and prayers are with you

October 4, 2012

Mike was such a nice, caring and talented individual. May God lift all of you for such a great loss. Just unbelievable but none of us know when heaven calls. Many prayers,

Brenda Gilstrap

October 3, 2012

Tracey, Mike and I are sorry for your loss. We know you have many wonderful memories to cherish. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Brenda Gilstrap

Mike Luciano

October 3, 2012

Tracy,So sad to hear about Mike.My prayers are with you and Justin durring the days ahead.Just knowing Mike was a blessing.He was always someone I looked up to.
God Bless

Faith M.

October 3, 2012

Tracey, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. May God grant you strength, peace, and serenity....Love you.

Amy Rutland

October 3, 2012

Tracy and Justin, I am so sorry for your loss. Mike will be missed by so many people. Always remember the good times you had together will help get you through the rough times. May God Bless each of you.

Polly's la mesa staff

October 3, 2012

The whole Polly's crew is thinking about you right now and sending all of our love!

October 3, 2012

Tracey, my heart is broken for your loss. Please know you, Justin, Christina, and family will be in my thoughts and prayers constantly. Mike will be reunited with your precious little Skyla. Let that place a smile on your face just knowing Father and daughter are now together. May God give you strength thru this sad time in your life. Love Becky Holton

Susan Herringa

October 3, 2012

Tracey and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I met Mike at Central Georgia Rehab and he always had a smile on his face and was always glad to see you guys around town. He was truly one of a kind and will be very missed! Praying for your family in the days, weeks and months ahead.

rick wilkes

October 2, 2012

So sorry to hear about Mike passing away. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Pam Bartow

October 2, 2012

Tracey, my heart goes out to you, Justin and Mike's other family and friends during this difficult time. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs my friend.

Linda Combes

October 2, 2012

I am so sorry to learn of your loss....may the wonderful memories sustain you.You all are in my prayers.

Jacque Nguyen

October 2, 2012

Tracey,Justin & Family,
I'm sorry doesn't even begin to convey the sadness I have for your loss. Mike was loved and adored by so many family and friends and will be deeply missed. May your memories of Mike bring you comfort. May God comfort and sustain you and give you peace during this difficult time. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Thao & Jacque Nguyen

Susan Bartlett

October 2, 2012

Tracey, You do not know me but I went to high school with Mike and I want you to know that you and your family will be in my prayers. I didn't know that Mike was sick but I have to say my husband and I were just recently saying that we had missed seeing you guys at the football games. I pray that God will be with you during this time. Just put your trust in Him and He will always be there for you. Be strong and just know that Love never dies. Mike will always be with you in spirit.

October 2, 2012

Tracey & family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts & prayers. May God give you peace & comfort during this time. Cherish your many memories!
Debbie Mason, Macon

Carol Taylor Battie

October 2, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Stephanie Boone

October 2, 2012

Tracey, I'm very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Kay "Stella" Pike

October 2, 2012

Tracey, Alan and I are so sorry for your loss. One of my fondest memories will always be sitting with you and listening to Mike wail away on that bass and sing "I think I love you too much". I loved his quick wit and dry sense of humor. He will be missed so much,

Belinda & Rick Barron

October 2, 2012

Tracey & Family- I am so sorry about this loss. Tracey has been in my life for a long time and I feel deeply for this family. He will always be in our hearts.

Lynne and Tery Hedden

October 2, 2012

Tracey and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Mike. You and your family are in our thoughts and we pray that the Lord will give you peace that passes all understanding through this time.

Carol Cantrell

October 2, 2012

Tracy,
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We had so many good times at Central GA Rehab. He was such a great guy.
Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Michele "Mikee" Combs

October 2, 2012

Tracey and Justin you both are in my prayers...and am praying that Our Lord will hold you both close and comfort you always. God bless you all!!!

Cindy Tidwell Hutcheson

October 2, 2012

Tracy, I'm so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Doug, Kathy & Michael Opitz

October 1, 2012

Our heartfelt sympathy to you Tracey and Justin.

R Alexander

October 1, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss…
“He will actually swallow up death forever, and wipe the tears from all faces . . .” Is.25:8

Judy Veal

October 1, 2012

Tracey, Justin & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jay and I are keeping you close in our thoughts and hearts.

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