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Michael Gadsby Obituary

Michael T. Gadsby BOYKINS - Michael Thomas Gadsby, 49, beloved husband and father, died May 9, 2010 at Southampton Memorial Hospital. He was born in Brunswick, Ga., and was predeceased by a sister, Teresa Gadsby. Michael was an electrician with Tristar Electric Company in Chesapeake. He was a former Boykins Town Councilman and supported Newsoms girls softball. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 23 years, Rosemary Wingfield Gadsby; two daughters, Margaret Rose Gadsby and Aislinn Rose Gadsby; one son, Ian Michael Gadsby; his parents, Margaret Holt Gadsby and Donald Francis Gadsby of Norfolk; one sister, Debbie Mullura (Tom) of the Villages, Fla.; two brothers, Christopher Thomas Gadsby (Nancy) of the Woodlands, Texas, and Brian Thomas Gadsby (Laura) of Virginia Beach; and his mother-in-law, Anne Wingfield of Boykins. A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 12, at Boykins Baptist Church with the Rev. Raymond Bunn officiating. A reception will follow in the church social hall. Memorials may be made to the Newsoms Athletic Association, c/o Brian Rountree, 29140 Cypress Bridge Road, Newsoms, VA 23874, for girls softball. Wright Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.wrightfuneralhome.org.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on May 11, 2010.

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David Stephens

June 4, 2010

To Michaels Family,
I worked with Mike for several years and was very saddened to hear of his passing. It truly was an honor to have known him. My deepest condolonces to his family. RIP my friend.
David Stephens

Castillo Family

May 14, 2010

The prayers of the SPX Altar Server Ministry go out to Mr.&Mrs.Gadsby
&family.
On behalf of the Castillo family, our condolences & prayers are with your family at this difficult time.

Mick Shaw

May 14, 2010

Rosemary and family,
Our hearts go out to you in this time of grief...sorry I did not hear of Mike's passing in time to attend his funeral. Mike and I were good friends throughout grade school and even better friends at Seminary. Unfortunately, we lost touch when you all moved from the big city to the country. We will certainly keep you in our prayers. God Bless, Mick Shaw

Brian Gadsby

May 14, 2010

Just want to say thank you on behalf of our family for all the support, prayers and assistance that has been provided to the Gadsbys. We all appreciate the people in our lives who have been so thoughtful at this difficult time. I can also say the wonderful people of Boykins have been awesome to Mike's wife and children and they have really been a huge huge blessing to all.

Kathy McVey

May 13, 2010

Brian & Laura,
I am so sorry to hear about Mike. You are in our prayers. Love to all,
Kathy & Charlie (your Star of the Sea Family)

DEBBY JONES

May 12, 2010

WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MIKE. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.MARGARET FEEL FREE TO COME AND TALK TO ME IF YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO. OUR FAMILY IS HERE FOR YOU IF YOU NEED ANYTHING JUST ASK.

JONES FAMILY
DEBBIE, JOEY , MICHAEL JR , LEIGH-ANN

May 12, 2010

God Keep you all in his loving care. Remember the promise of Easter.
I miss Mike, and am thinking of you at this time of the funeral - I am sorry I cannot be there.

With love, Inga

Hank Eyler

May 12, 2010

I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. I have worked with Mike for a number years and I know he will be missed by family, friends and co-workers. My thoughts and prayers are for Mike and all of you.

Christiane & Steve Loring

May 11, 2010

Brian & Laura and all of the Gadsbys,
Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers go out to all of you. We love you, we will pray for you & Mike and his family. With love,

May 11, 2010

While I had not worked under Mike's supervision for long, it didn't take long for me to realize the type of man he was. Simple, down to earth and respectable. Put in a good days work and Mike was your friend. Trust me when I say it is better to have friends than enemies! I do believe I was Mikes favorite co-worker, I have a few write ups to prove it!! Lil humor aside in a tragic situation, I don't believe the shock has passed yet. As I can recall we shared a few laughs Friday.
I can not express enough sympathy for your loss, but know that Mike was an asset to the community and those he came into contact with.

~~You left to soon friend~~

With warmest regards,
Charles Wright and Family

May 11, 2010

We are thinking of you and praying for you. We pray that God will hold you in His hand and carry you through this time. We know and love Brian, Laura, and their dear family. Our hearts are with all of you, and you will remain in our prayers always. We will help you in any way possible. Please let God hold you and love you always. Love, Lynn, Norm, Anne, and Mary Elizabeth Hess

May 11, 2010

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Gadsby~

Please know that the Star of the Sea community holds you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

~Glenn Dannenfelser

Cathryn Whisman

May 11, 2010

Please know that the students, faculty and staff of Star of the Sea School will keep your family in our daily prayers. May God bless and keep you during this time of loss.

Teresa & Frankie

May 11, 2010

My boyfriend worked for Mike and was devastated to here the news. He was a mentor, friend and supervisor who was very loved and respected by all whom worked under him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the ones he has left behind. He will be missed

sharon buehner

May 11, 2010

I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember seeing yall at the newsom's games. May God give you all courage,comfort and strength during this very difficult time in your lives. ~Sharon Buehner

Kat Balcom-Puryear

May 11, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. May your faith bring you all through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

May 11, 2010

We were so sorry to hear about Mike. You will all be in our prayers.
Nancy Tignor and everyone from White Electric Company.

Jeanette Moore

May 11, 2010

So sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to the whole family.

Jerry Andreski

May 11, 2010

Rosemary and family,

Our hearts go out to you for your loss. We enjoyed Mike's company through the many years we have known him as a valued employee and co-worker with Tri-Star Electric and Arc Electric. Mike was always a joy to have around and speak to. Through those conversations it was obvious of his love and dedication to you and the family. I enjoyed the talk about getting started with your chickens when you moved to Boykins and then starting to enjoy the country life. I/we will miss Mike greatly and he will always be a part of our company family.

Our Condolences,

Jerry Andreski
Tri-Star Electric

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