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WILLIAM ALAN MECHAW Died suddenly on November 28, 2008. He was born August 9, 1965, in West Palm Beach FL and was the son of Josephine Giles Mechaw and the late Billy Mechaw. Alan graduated from Northshore High School in West Palm Beach, FL (Class of 1983). He was a certified corian installer and a perfectionist. He loved the outdoors and was the happiest fishing and boating. Alan will be sadly missed by his friends and family, mother Josie Mechaw of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, sister Beth Morstadt, nephew Brian Morstadt, niece Brittany Morstadt of Jupiter, FL, aunt Anitra Lilly of Medina, OH, uncle Herman (Patricia) Mechaw of Lantana, FL and caring relatives in Maine. Our family would like to express our heartfelt thanks to the loyal circle of friends for their concern and help over the years. A service will be held this summer at Branch Pond in Ellsworth, Maine. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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William Barley
December 5, 2008
Our thoughts and Prayers go out to the family. My memories of Alan (cousin) are from long ago as children when he came to visit in Alabama.
Judy Mechaw Blankenship
December 1, 2008
I was so sadden to hear of Alan's passing. I have very few childhood memories of Beth and Alan. The ones I have.... I cherish dearly.
I remember him as a beautiful and a happy child.
I have never felt the loss of a brother or a son. So, I can only imagine the pain you are feeling. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during these most difficult days. May you find comfort and peace in your memories. God's speed
Donna Kaminski
December 1, 2008
My sympathy to the family and friends, especially to Josie (my neighbor).
Monica Mechaw McCravy
December 1, 2008
Alan's cousins in Alabama are shocked and saddened by his sudden death. While I have not seen him in many years, I remember them visiting when we were young. To Jo and Beth, our deepest sympathy. Please contact us if we can be of assistance.
LaDonna Mierley
November 30, 2008
I went to school with Alan. He was funny and we spent alot of time together with all of our friends. I moved about 3 years ago and haven't seen him since. He will be missed very much. I have very fond memories of him. My sympathy goes out to the family. Alan was a good person!
Elaine Snyder
November 30, 2008
I never met Alan but his dad was our
first cousin and we loved him very much. Our sincere sympathy to the
remaining family.
Lisa Gill
November 30, 2008
Our prays are with all of you. He will be greatly missed. My children really loved him.
Jim & Mary Mechaw
November 30, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bruce and Pam Fred
November 30, 2008
The Fred family will miss Al. He was a great person and a wonderful friend. He taught the corian business to his good friend, Bruce. He will never be forgotten!!!!!!! We loved him dearly.
Jack Domb
November 30, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Hermon Mechaw
November 30, 2008
Dear Jo and Beth,
We were so shocked and sorry to hear about Alan. It seems like time passes so fast. We are sorry that we did not keep it touch over the years. Our prayers are with you all. Jo will you please call Hermon again or e-mail me at address listed with your phone and mailing address. Condolences from all of us, Hermon, Pat, Erica, Stefanie and Jasanne.
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