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Michael Ryan Shafron

Michael Shafron Obituary

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MICHAEL RYAN SHAFRON Michael Ryan Shafron, 23 of Boca Raton passed away August 19, 2009. Beloved son of Judy Shafron and Damian (Michelle) Shafron. Loving grandson of Joseph and Beverlee Weinstein and Sam and Phyllis Shafron. Dear brother of Glenn. Chapel services 3:30 PM Sunday, August 23 at Star of David Funeral Chapel, 7701 Bailey Road, North Lauderdale 954-722-9000. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries

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Published by The Palm Beach Post on Aug. 21, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Shafron

34 Entries

Judy M Shafron

August 15, 2024

Mike, so hard to believe it's been 15 years. It still feels like yesterday and my heart hurts just as much as it did then. I know for sure that you, Ellie, Grandma and Grandpa have been my angels in heaven watching over me. Life aint easy these days but remembering and loving you is what keeps me going. One day we'll be together again and until then, I love you my sweet boy.

Mom

August 24, 2023

Gosh Mike, we just observed both your Birthday and your angel day. 14 years and I miss you more than ever. I just want to send my love to you in heaven.As I always say, you are in heaven and still in my heart. Mom

Martin Klinn

September 2, 2022

a friend of your mothers going back quite a while ago I thought I would stop by your page to pay my respects. I never met you but I am guessing you were a fine young man who left us way too soon. You never get over losing someone but I suppose in time we sort of get used to it. May you forever rest in peace.

Mom

August 15, 2022

Mike, it's been 13 yrs since you left us. Life has changed so much and the world has changed even more. I hope you, Ellie, Grandma and Grandpa are together and happy. I can only imagine what you would have been today. I'm alone so please send your good vibes and wrap me in your angel arms. I love you always and forever.

Judy M Shafron

August 15, 2021

Almost 12 years have passed and it seems like yesterday. The world has become a horrible mess and now my family, Ellie, Mom, Dad and you are all together in heaven. Everyday I wonder why you all left me here to deal with this life alone. Praying for some good things but grateful for what I have, My Mikey, only child I miss you desperately. Smile down and take care of me. I love you!!!

May 10, 2010

My Sweetheart
It has been 8 1/2 months since your heaven day came. Not a minute goes by that you are not in my thoughts. I miss you more and more each day. I am beginning to get a little stronger as I know you would want. Some days are easier than others. Yesterday was Mother's Day and I miss you so much it hurts. Glenn, Ash, the kids and Grandma and Grandpa kept me pretty busy. Went to Butterfly World and felt you all around me. I hope your are using those angel wings God gave you and watching over all who love you so much. Your tree is so beautiful and your angel is sleeping peacefully beneath it.I love you Mike, We're always together and keep that big piece of my heart close to you always and kiss Aunt Ellie for me.
All my Love
Mom

September 15, 2009

My Mike,
My son, my heart, my soul and the light of my life. Tomorrow is 4 weeks since you left us so soon. I will never understand why God took you away with yet so much to live for. The words I have read here from such wonderful friends and family, strengthen my soul and will in time help to begin to heal my heart. I miss you so much, your bright smile, your energy and enthusiasm and especially your hugs. When Babe screams and Lacey begs, I hear your voice and smile. Glenn, Ashley and the kids, Ashleys family have been wonderful. Glenn misses you his brother so. Jade says your in the sky. My friends and co-workers have been such a comfort and your Grandma Bev and Grandpa Joe have shown a strength and support that has been a blessing to me. Christina is devastated that you never got the chance to reconnect and we have become very close. I think I know how things would have worked out with you two and she has become like a part of the family. Nothing will fill the empty lonely place in my heart. The joy of motherhood was my life's sweetest reward and you a gift to be cherished everyday. I was so proud of the man you had become so sucessful at such a young age.
Our community planted a tree in back of our house in your memory. It's beautiful and will be a soothing place for me to sit on our bench next to and read or just reflect, and a nice peace of shade for Lacey to sit beside me. Remember my love, you will never be alone as your Aunt Ellie is only a few feet away. I'm sure you're together now in a better place. I sent a piece of my heart with you to heaven so you'll never be without me.
Rest in Peace my Mike. I Love You!
Mom

September 12, 2009

Michael,
I will hold you in my hand for a short time and in my heart forever. It's in shatters today, but I found a piece strong enough to hold you because I need you...stay by me...I need you to help me get your Dad through this devastation and show him life's worth pressing on...for the same reason, I need you when Glenn, your Mom and grandparents, Nonny and Poppy, Ms. Pat and Mr. Jim, and so many relatives and friends feel like this...I need you when I'm brushing Sadie...when the big Kingfish is tearing up the Penn reel and when that Tarpon west of the blue roof leaps trying to throw the hook...when Chris Shirley hits that big commision, when Keylee finds her life partner, and mostly, when those school mugs of Jade and Sage have Glenn and Ashely beaming, watching them grow up...I need you because this carnival ride we call life has got too many twists and turns...and I need you when our Creator finally sends for me, along with the masses, but I won't be hard to find... you'll see an M tucked into my hand and a heart so bright, it has a reflection. That reflection will be you.
May your love stay by us and give us strength,
Never your Mother...always my Son,
M

Justin Dalton

September 3, 2009

Words cannot express the heartfelt sorrow that I felt when receiving the phone call about the bad news. Mike and I just a week earlier had a wonderful conversation and I was planning a weekend to come over and visit him. Mike was a great person, hard worker, cared about others, and just a joy to be around. We had fun working together at the "Depot." I am so lucky to have met such a wonderful young man. My sincere deepest sympathy to his family.

August 29, 2009

To Judy, Beverlee,Joe and your Family
Please accept my deepest sympathy. It was only today that I learned of your great loss.
There are not words to express the sorrow of loosing a child. I wish all of you peace in the knowledge that he IS looking over you. He lives in the loving memories of your lives together.
With Love,
Fran (Shelly) Wolff

Philip Kovilaritch

August 28, 2009

During our lifetime we have people that are special to us, that we are thankful to have in our life. Michael was one of those people to us. He was always there for us in my working life and in our home life. Our African Grey Parrot would flirt with Michael everytime he came over. Guess she knew how special he was too.
Our thoughts are with you Damian and M. Our prayers and sympathy to all of Michaels family and friends.

WE LOVE YOU MICHAEL

Philip, Pauline and Tweet Kovilaritch

Josh Stoll

August 27, 2009

Dear Judy, Glenn, and family,

My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. Mike was a good kid, and I will miss him terribly. May your memories of him comfort you in these hard times. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers!

Rita Fine

August 26, 2009

Damian, Michelle & Judy,
I have so many fond memories of each & everyone of you as the most wonderful parents a child could ever had.Mike was truly blessed as a child & then a young man to have the three of you as loving, caring parents.In the days ahead reflect in the memories you all shared with this wonderful young man & know he's looking down on each & everyone of you saying hey let's go camping "M" or let's go fishing dad & giving his mom a smile & hug from heaven.
My heart is with each one of you at this time of sorrow. I love you all dearly.
Sincerely, Rita

VirgIl Louk

August 25, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. I will miss Michaels calls, he was someone special and had so much to live for. Michael was one of those guys you truely enjoyed being with. We the gang from Englewood Phil, Bill, Mike & Me The Virge always could enjoy talking sports , throwing quarters or paying the stock market and o'yes fishing.. Most guys would show you their girl friends picture not Michael he always had a picture of his latest fish he cought. I don't know why he is gone. I only know Im gald I was his friend and he mine.. He will be missed. Your Friend Always Michael "The Virge"

Damian Shafron

August 24, 2009

To All of Mikes Friends,I can't tell you how much all of your thoughts mean to us. Mike was the light of our lives and through your friendship and fond memories that light will burn on forever. Thank You for all of your support. Mike loved all of you. Damian,Michelle and Judy Shafron and his brother Glen Garcia.

Katrinka Covington

August 24, 2009

Judy
My family sends our most deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are praying for you. God's Angels of protection shall continue to surround you until you have perfect peace and understanding of this tragedy. Our hearts stopped for a moment in time to remember the joy we had together in FTL; and our trips to Boca to visit with you and Mike. He will certainly be missed by all who loved him. But God loved him best.

In time, when you just feel like it, call me (754)214-9568. Mom and Kierra send their love and condolences too.

Katrinka (USBC), Kristin, & Kristina (Miami Gardens,FL)

Jamie Krijger

August 24, 2009

Dear Judy, I know the times ahead will be hard for you, but remember all the good times you had with mike. He is an angel now looking over you. I am thankful for getting to meet you and Mike at the porter House, we had a lot of good times there, that is where mike and i became good friends.I am thankful for the time i had with him. Judy if ever you need a friend or just someone to talk to, i am here for you. Please take good care of yourself because that's what Mike would of wanted. Love always Jamie

Desiree Grooms

August 24, 2009

I know there are not words that can explain how you feel right now Judy. Just know that God wanted Michael with him. You are loved and will be surrounded with prayer.

Bill & Lisa Ranaldi

August 24, 2009

Damian & Judy,

Bill and I were given the greates opportunity of a life time.. and that was the chance to get to know Mike. Mike was fun loving and always great to be around.. He could bring a smile to anyone having a gloomy day.... We will miss his phone calls.. Although we moved back to RI, Mike would always call to check in... We had many laughs and good memories... One thing i will always remember Mike for will be "Shutting my (Lisa) fingers in the car door when we went to Sea World"!! nothing broke, but it always gave us a good laugh... My son Billy loved Mike-he gave him the nick name of "Mike the business man". Mike will be terribly missed by my family and we wish we could be there in your time of need... I am sure Mike is already making people smile in Heaven.

Damian, Bill will forever cherrish the memories of your many fishing excursions with you and Mike... Keep the faith and know that God has taken him under his wing... and Mike will always be shinning down us.

Our deepest Sympathies, Prayers and Love..
Bill and Lisa Ranaldi, Warwick, RI

Jenna Bielory

August 23, 2009

I knew Michael from middle school- high school and then ran into him again last year...I was having a bad night nd seeing him again reminded me of the great times we had growing up... And that's what I'm going to do everytime I think about him.... Remember how I felt... Hanging and remincising about old times turned my bad day into a good one... It's a very special skill to be able to brighten someones else day and that's what he did... So I hope on this day a very sad one we can remember all the good times we've all had with Michael and smile... Because it's those good things that live on, that make your legacy, and Michael brought a smile and brighten every life that he came into contact with. To his family my thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP MICHAEL SHAFRON you will be missed today, forever and everyday in between... Jenna Bielory

Samantha Klein

August 23, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss, we all grew up with him and all knew what a great kid he was! funny and sweet the world is now a emptier place...to his parents im so sorry i could never imagine what it is like to lose your child...my heart n prayers are for you!...just know he was truly loved and touched many peoples lives....WE LOVE YOU MIKE....RIP

Jenn Adams

August 23, 2009

Judy,
I read the last piece I put on here and just had to add it..but I really wanted to put something a lil more personal so I'm adding another one.
I've only known you and Mike a short time before I left but the impact you two left on me was amazing.
Mike will truly be missed but never forgotten, just remember you are one strong lady and have been through alot and you will make it through this as well.
If you ever just want to chat and cry I am the person to call.
I Love and Miss you and Lacy Loo!!!
<3 Jenn

Jenn Adams

August 23, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Michael Marcus

August 23, 2009

i did not know him well . but my deepest condolences go out to the friends and family. all i can really say is it will be a rough day but celebrate his life. and right now i believe my parents are up there helping micheal along.

kyle dominguez

August 23, 2009

My deepest condolences. i knew mike from elementary thou hs. to many have left us. but none forgotten, love.

carissa vaccaro

August 23, 2009

if tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane.. we would walk right up to Heaven And bring you back again! no farewell words were spoken.. no time to say goodbye! you were gone before we knew it.. and only God knows why! our hearts still ache in sadness.. and secret tears still flow.. what it meant to lose you.. noone will ever know! but now we know you want us to mourn for you no more.. to remember all the happy times.. life still has much in store! since youll never be forgotten.. we pledge to you today.. a hallowed place within our hearts is where youll always stay!

my dad told me that when youre born you come out crying and everyone else is happy.. but when you die everyone is cryin and your the one who is happy because your going to a better place! i love you mike! you were such a good friend to me and ill never forget you! save a place for me in heaven like im saving one for you in my heart! rest in peace! <3 always, carissa vaccaro x0

August 22, 2009

We were blessed to have shared many wonderful times with Mike. He will be thought of often and missed forever. Our deepest condelences to all that loved Mike.

With Love the Albanese Family

Cynthia Bromund

August 22, 2009

Judy and family, I am so very sorry on the tragic loss of your wonderful son, Michael, He was always so very sweet and kind to me and always had nice things to say. I must agree with John, as I too had known Michael to be protective and concerned about his mother and her happiness. Judy, Michael will always be with you now and you will feel his presence and this will, in time, ease your suffering. He is an Angel now looking out for us all and I have been truly blessed to have known him.

Cass Family

August 22, 2009

Our deepest sympathies to the Shafron and Weintstein families. We will keep you in our prayers.

Kat M

August 22, 2009

My deepest condolences Judy - it's been a while since we've spoken or seen each other... I'm so sorry for your loss. May God grant you and your family the strength you will need to get through this tough time.
Losing a loved one is never and easy situation to endure, specially in this case... a son. Only God knows why it has to be this way, please hold on to your faith. Grieve because it's necessary, but always remember you still have many people here that need and love you. As much as you're going to miss him, Michael is at peace and would want you to keep living in his name.
P.S.
Just in case you don't remember me, I use to sing with the band at Porterhouse.

laurie kale

August 21, 2009

Dear Judy and family:
There are just no words to express the loss of your son. I am just so very sorry and want you to know that you will all be in my prayers. He gave you a lot of memories that I pray will make you smile when you need it the most.

John Minnis

August 21, 2009

My heart truely goes out to you Judy you have your Angel to look out for you now, when ever I spoke to Micheal he always shared his concern for his mom and would always ask me to make sure you're ok when ever you would come see the band. I know this won't ease the pain or make missing him any easier but now he can be with you at all times and make sure his MOMs is alright, WHAT AN AMAZING YOUNG MAN AND A TERRIBLE LOSS. MICHEAL RYAN SAFRON

Lori Garlin-Gold

August 21, 2009

Our heartfelt sympathies go out to Judy, Damian and family.
Lori and Stanley Gold and Family

The Helwig Family

August 21, 2009

Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Mike, as well as you, is in our prayers.

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