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Michael J. Bird

1960 - 2013

BORN

1960

DIED

2013

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858 Lake Street

Elmira, New York

Michael Bird Obituary

BIRD, Michael J.

Age 53 of Lowman, NY. He was born September 9, 1960 in Elmira, son of the late Chester and Gerry (Naylor) Bird and passed away Saturday, September 14, 2013 unexpectedly. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sheila (Moon); children Josh of Brandon, MS, Michelle of Portland, OR and Michael II of Binghamton, NY; grandchildren Natalie and Riley; brother Chester of Wilmington, NC; sisters Carol (Paul) Dzikowski of Rock Hill, SC and Mona Shaw of Elmira Heights along with several nieces and nephews. Mike was employed with CMP in Binghamton, NY. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Wednesday, September 18th from 5 to 8 pm. His funeral will take place at 8 pm.

Published by Star-Gazette from Sep. 16 to Sep. 18, 2013.
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Mona and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Carol & Bud Paciorek

Carol & Bud Paciorek

September 22, 2013

Sheila and family, it pains me to hear of Mikes passing, growing up with Mike as anyone who knew him well was nothing short of an adventure, One I will cherish forever, rest in peace friend, and god bless to Mikes family and friends, Jeff

Jeff Rodabaugh

September 21, 2013

So Sorry to hear every time I think of Mike it brings a smile

Mike Stanton

September 18, 2013

Sheila we are so sorry to hear of Mike. He will greatly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joe & Pam MacCoy

September 18, 2013

Sheila,

Losing a husband and a best friend is the hardest thing that I have ever been through. I do know how you are feeling right now. Please know that you have the support of friends and family now which helps to bear the pain.

I found this poem on the internet that I would like to share with you. I hope it brings you some comfort.

We thought of you with love today,
But that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday,
and the days before that too.
We think of you in silence.
We often speak your name.
Now all we have is memories.
and your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake.
With which we will never part.
GOD has you in HIS keeping.
We have you in our heart.

If you ever need to talk, know that I am here for you.

May GOD bless you.

Nancy Swarthout

September 18, 2013

sheila im so sorry to hear about the birdman he sure will be missed by anybody that ever met him,my prayers are with you and your family dear. archie haner

September 18, 2013

I wish to express my condolences to the family. I have fond memories of Mike from Junior High.

Beth Staviski-Larrison

September 18, 2013

I have many great memories of growing up in the Heights and the times spent at The Bird's house and games in the back yard. I am so shocked of Mike's passing! My deepest sympathy goes to his entire family. My prayers are with you Carol,Mona, Chet, Sheila and his kids.

Penny Brink

September 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lisa Vanzile

September 17, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you

Christine

September 17, 2013

Grief of a loved one is hard, but time helps us to call to mind our good memories. My heart breaks for you Sheila, I know how very much you loved Mike. You and your family are in my prayers.

Deb Knickerbocker

September 17, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family at this time. Mike was indeed a wonderful person, with a great sense of humor. He truly loved his family and was so proud to celebrate his 30th anniversary! He will be missed by many, but never forgotten.

Alexis Speen-Bartsch

September 17, 2013

Sheila our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will miiss him.
Chris & Sherry Palmer

September 17, 2013

Mona: I'm very sorry to hear of your brother's passing. May God Bless you and your family during this sad time.

Steve Hunker

September 17, 2013

To Mike's wife and children, and of course to Chet, Mona and Carol, and to the rest of Mike's family - I am deeply saddened to learn about Mike's passing. My thoughts, and prayers for God's peace and love, are with you all.

Scott Kroczynski

September 17, 2013

Mona and the family of Michael, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. God Bless.

Debi Howe

September 17, 2013

Sheila, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Cathy Moore

September 17, 2013

Sheila I'm so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy, and I only remember him laughing and having a great time. May God be with you through this time of great sadness.

Gail Williams (Van Cise)

September 17, 2013

sheila : my am so sorry to hear of birdmans passing our thoughts and prayers are with u all.

j robinson

September 17, 2013

Sheila, my heart breaks for you and your family. Hold your memories close. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Keenan

September 17, 2013

Sheila, Iam So saddened To Hear This News And SorrY We HavE Lost Touch Over The Years. I Always Loved You And Mike AnD Have Great Memories That Will AlwayS Make Me Smile And Laugh. My Love, Hugs And Thoughts Are With You. Much Love Always...Lorrie

Lorrie VanZile

September 16, 2013

My deepest sympathy.

Rick Sweet

September 16, 2013

Im so torn up mike was one of my closest friends i could be in the badest mood and he could always make me laugh i will miss u so much i love u fly high myy angel know u will b watching over me always got me throygh the hard times r.i.p.my friend

sherry newell

September 16, 2013

Sheila, you know how we feel about you guys. We have so many fun memories to talk and laugh about. I'll never stop talking about Darien Lake. My heart is broken that Mike is gone; he was a good friend and I'm glad we kept in touch. May God hold you tight through this stressful time. See you soon.

Carole and Don Cowles

September 16, 2013

Sheila and family. So sorry to hear Mike has passed. I will miss his humor and wit at work(CMP). I only met him 6 yrs. ago but felt like I had known him forever. He always left me laughing and wondering what would be next. God Bless you all as you cope with this tragedy.

Phil Soller

Phil Soller

September 16, 2013

very sad to hear of mikes passing. I grew up and went to school with Mike. so many great memories. he will be missed. my prayers are with you and his family

September 16, 2013

Sheila, I'm very sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts & prayers! Kimmy

Kim Gilly

September 16, 2013

Sheila, I know there are no words that can make this terrible time any better for you or your family. Just know you are loved and you have many friends to call on for anything you may need, or just to talk.

Deb Lawson

September 16, 2013

Shelia and Family - I was shock to hear of Mike's passing, especially when I was chatting with him and wishing him a happy birthday. He was a great guy whom I will never forget. We had some good times growing up in the Heights. My deepest sympathy and condolences to you all.

John M Murphy II

September 16, 2013

sorry for your loss.. tim and i went to school with mike...

mary ann menechella

September 16, 2013

Sheila, My heart, my thoughts and my prayers go out to you and your family. Keep your memories close to your heart and he will always be by your side.

Barb Girardi

September 16, 2013

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Maressa Savino

September 16, 2013

Sheila, Mike & Mona,
My prayers to you and your families. I have my greatest memories growing up with Mike and the family on Garfield street. God bless.
Joel Carberry

September 16, 2013

Sheila, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband! I can not even imagine what you are feeling right now. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers.

Xoxoxo Michelle

Michelle Hackett

September 16, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Larry Davis

September 16, 2013

I have been a mess since I heard the news. I just saw him at the Wellsburg Diner a week ago. My prayers and tears for
you and the kids.

Sharon Decker

September 16, 2013

I am deeply grieved to hear of Mike sudden demise. , I am sure you are going through the most difficult and trying time. Please accept my sincere condolences and know that my prayers are always with you and your family.
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sharon (Hallett ) Elliott

September 16, 2013

Dear Sheila, I am so saddened to hear about Mike's passing. One of the funniest, sweetest men I have ever met, and I have a lot of great memories. Your love for each other is inspiring. Please know you are in my thoughts at this time.

Mary Mosteller Arnold

September 16, 2013

Many good memories of Birdman...he will be greatly missed. One of the sweetest and funny men I ever new. My sympathies and prayers to Sheila and the kids.

misty wood

September 16, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about your loss Sheila. I didnt know Michael, but I felt like I knew him just because you talked about him all the time at work. You and your beautiful family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You. Peace

JO Anne Stowell

September 16, 2013

Sheila, My heart is breaking for you. We are so sorry. Wish we would have made the effort to see you both, but you guys have always been in our hearts. If there is anything we can do for you please let us know.
Eileen and Paul

Eileen Herbert

September 16, 2013

My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family

Laura Betschen

September 16, 2013

Sheila,
There are no words that I can say to ease your pain. Know that I am thinking of and praying for you and your family.

Kim Schornstheimer

September 16, 2013

to shelia and kids....your husband, father was a great man and all of us at gushs thirsty bear want you to know that mike will be missed very badly and our lives will never be quit as they were without him....god rest your soul so long my friend

September 16, 2013

Thoughts and prayers are with the Bird Family and his many friends.We are so sorry for your loss. Robin and Mona Lawson.

September 16, 2013

Lots of memories he will be missed and always in my heart. My prayers go out to the fsmily

tim wise

September 16, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

David Christman

September 16, 2013

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss Sheila, Josh, Mike, Michelle, Mona, Chet, and Carol. Mike always made me laugh and I will miss him dearly!

Penny Aicardi

September 15, 2013

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