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for Michael SMITH
Andrea
October 6, 2014
Think of you often!!! R.I.P my friend
Markus Lytle
October 5, 2014
We All Miss You Very Much Mike,I Will Always Remember The Good Times We Had Riding The Snomobiles & Motorcycles Together And The Big Smile U Always Had On Your Face.. Until We Meet Again My Friend; Love You And Will Always Miss You Mike...
True fan!!!!!
September 2, 2010
Hearts are broken.....
September 2, 2010
miss you
September 2, 2010
September 2, 2010
Michael, You are missed so very much. The pain this family is going through is undescrible. Our hearts are broke. Life will never be the same without you to share it with. When, I lost you, I lost my Best Friend! Love you & Miss you more than words can say.... Love Shelley.
September 1, 2010
i miss you soo much mike.you are always in my heart.until i see you again;i will forever miss my Michael Albert Smith,I Love You paula
August 31, 2010
My son--you are missed so much.
With all my love, Mom
July 5, 2010
Missing you does not describe the pain in our hearts. I would give anything to have you back. The saddness is overwhelming. I read something written by Willie Nelson. Yes, Willie Nelson. He lost a son in a tragic way. This is what he said: "Death is not the ending of anything. I believe that all of us are only energy that becomes matter. When the matter goes away the energy still exists. You cannot destroy it. It never dies. It manifests itself somewhere else. We are never alone. Even by ourselves we are never alone. Death is just a door opening to somewhere else. Someday we'll know what that door opens to." I believe your energy is in a different deminsion (heaven). I miss you more than words can say. Love Mom
Lisa Gavit
June 11, 2010
Michael is missed more then I could ever imagine... He would have been 42 yrs. old on June 7th if he would not have been tragically taken away from his daughter, family and friends. We miss his laughter, jokes and his business rapport. We honored Michaels birthday at the cemetery where we played some of his favorite songs and sent up balloons to him. Michael will always be missed and live forever in our hearts <3 Until we meet again my friend <3
June 9, 2010
My Dearest Michael, June 7th has come and gone...... I cannot put into words how sad this all is.... You are missed so very much! you are loved forever.! And always in my heart! Happy Birthday! Michael Albert Smith. I need a sign from you , Im waiting. All my Love to you my Brother......
June 3, 2010
As time goes on i miss you more and more.i just cant get over what has happened. I have lost my best friend and you just cant be replaced. I need you sooo much mike, you just cant imagine. I have no one to share my thoughts with. You are MISSED tooo much. i know your with me but i just cant get that one last hug from you. i just miss you. love you dearly..Sabrina and i went up to Sanford on memorial day and tav, sabrina and i all remembered the storm last year we were all in... it was crazey we all looked at each other and together said remember last years? we will never forget you. EVER>>>>paula
paula
May 25, 2010
i miss you, as always. sabrina woke up last nite holloring for me. when i went to her she told me that you came to her room calling her name. she than heard you outside her room until she feel asleep. she felt sooo good to hear your voice. we alllll miss you more than words can say.tons of love mike.paula
hannah smith
May 15, 2010
i light candles next to your picture the first day of every month..i miss you so much i wish i could be with you or even just hear your voice talking to me i miss waking up to you blasting shaggy almost every morning making breakfeast or having mcdonalds sitting on the kitchen table..the days i had with you were the best days of my life. i can't ever get thoes back..i can't smile as big and bright as i used to i want you back i need you i always i didn't even get to have you for that long,i wonder if you hear me when i talk to you or if you can read my thoughts, all i can do now is hold on to my memories..and keep trying to be okay. dad i love you so much it hard for me to write in here often because letting my feelings out tears me to pices.
The best of the best....
May 12, 2010
May 12, 2010
Michael . I miss u more than ever. Mothers Day, has come and gone just like every other sad day with out you. I cried most of the day. Mom or Ma. as you would say.... broke my heart. She is so very sad and lost. We are all suffering without you.... Why? did you leave us. I can see the pain and sadness in Hannahs eyes... All she ever wanted was her Daddy. I saw the pain in Kevins eyes at the cementary. Emmy cried herself to sleep. & Tinna wore your shrit. Mothers day was very sad and painful. We all have a broken heart... That can never be repaired. I wish you would come to me. Im waiting...... All my love to you Forever!!... Love Shelley.
May 11, 2010
Well it was so real,but nice to wake up and feel like i had that conversion and sat and talked to you. i just wish you were here for us all to talk to you and see you. i miss you and think about you all the time.but your always with me and always will be. i love you michael...paula
April 18, 2010
I am so sad and missing you so much. My heart aches. I found a wooden carving you made for me. It says---Know what today is......another day to say I love you. It has the rose on it. So I want to say to you.....Know what today is.......another day to say I love you. I miss you so. Love Always Mom
love u soo much
March 29, 2010
March 23, 2010
Michael, this candle is & memory of u. my Sweet, Dear Brother. my pain does not stop it gets worse. I miss u more than I could ever say... This family is falling apart. As u know we lost Allen. I no he is with u..... How much more can we take? I wanna talk to you so bad. see u, hug u, tell u its ok. & that I love you & need u..... WHY? WHY? Love u always & forever.!!!!! Shelley.
U will always & forever b my favorite:) <333
March 23, 2010
March 21, 2010
Yesterday little Mikey and I went to the cemetery. The weather was bad but he wanted to get out of the car; so we did. We walked over to Grandma's site first and then we went to yours. As we were standing there; Mikey said " Grandma do you have a penny?" I said yes and gave him one. He then placed it on the fishes face which is engraved on the stone. He packed snow around it to keep it in place. We decided if the penny was gone the next time we came back; it had blown up to heaven with you and Grandma. It is so touching our little boy who is so thoughtful and shows his love for his Uncle Mike. It was wonderful you took him fishing last summer. That night I received an email from Uncle Ray; strangely enough about pennies. It was about the inscription of In God We Trust on every penny, every coin. It was about a penny for your thoughts, and many other meaningful sayings. It was so co-incidential to Mikey asking for a penny; almost as if you knew. I miss you more than words can describe. I am so sad so very empty and sad. Love Always Mom
March 13, 2010
I miss u! more than I could ever say..... U are always with me... My Brother. My Best Friend. I would give anything for just a minute with you. Love you forever and always... Shelley
paula
March 11, 2010
Hey, sure missed you today. i took out the camaro, you were the last man to ride in it with me... i am just wishing you were here.. i miss you michael!
Soo Cool. Forever!!!!!
February 19, 2010
U R sooo cool. Miss u soo much! My Favorite, Best, Uncle Mike. Love U Forever. & ever.
hannah smith
February 17, 2010
Did you ever know that you're my hero,
and everything I would like to be?
I can fly higher than an eagle,
for you are the wind beneath my wings.
-my daddy is my hero
hannah smith
February 17, 2010
Daddy, i haven't written on here for the longest time it's just very hard for me. i think about you and everything that has happened all day everyday i dont know how to go on without you here to guide me and help me through lifes struggles i know your giving me so much strength to carry on be there for everyone else in this time. i just wish things were different i need you daddy i always have i've always looked up to you the most and i always will. you will forever be my hero and no one could ever change that.
so many things and memories that could have been made are now taken away,but i am seeking justice and im here stading strong for you. i love you.
Lisa Gavit
February 14, 2010
I miss you so much and I will always cherish the Love we once shared <3 My heart is broke with you gone and there is no way to repair the damage done... There is so much I wanted to say to you, but never got the chance :( You will never know how bad this feels inside. Michael it is so hard here without you... I thank God for our daughter Hannah she is all I have left of you besides our memories. You would be so proud of her she is turning into a beautiful young woman and she looks just like you <3 I look at her and the reflection of you and love floods my heart~ I Love You! Happy Valentines Day and until we meet again <3
Heart made for Uncle Mike <3
February 14, 2010
February 14, 2010
Valentines Day without U Breaks our Hearts....
love love love
February 14, 2010
paula george
February 12, 2010
Micheal you are missed soooo dearly. i miss our daily talks and time we spent together... I give you this Valentine from deep in my heart. Ive cried soo much lately that your not hear with me.( all of us). You meant so much to so many. You are always with me and will never be forgotten. I will always love you and i will always carry you with me Michael.This is going to be such a hard Feb. 14th. everywere i go you and i have spent time there. You can see how much we all miss you. I wish you could just please stay with me forever in my heart.i LOVE you forever...always your friend.
I love u sooo muuch!!.
February 4, 2010
Love u so much Uncle Mike xoxoxo. Miss u forever and ever.
January 25, 2010
U r my Angel. My darling Angel.<33333
(Thanks for giving me ur love.....)
....Muahah.......!!!:)
paula george
January 21, 2010
Here i am again. Still missing you wishing you to come back to me/us. I finally did it. You would be so proud of me. I graduated from college. You always had faith in me to do it. I wish you could come and celebrate this with me. PLEASE come back to us.. I need you. I Love You Michael...paula
cross at cementary<3333
January 2, 2010
December 26, 2009
My Brother, you are missed more than words can say. My heart is full of anger, I never new I had. May God help us all get through this. It breaks my heart to watch this family suffer. We are in pain, true suffering and pain. I would give anything to see you, touch you, hold you, Just to no you are ok. Christmas is over and I'm glad. I no people suffer and have lossed loved ones. But to loose you- Michael A. Smith Is the greatest lost ever to so many.
Forever in my heart.....<3333 All my love to you. Shelley
December 25, 2009
You are missed more than words can say. The days and months go by and now it is Christmas. You are so dearly loved and we are so sad you are not here with us. My Christmas wish to have you here cannot be granted. My Christmas prayer is to find strength to help mend our families hearts. Please -God -Bless us all. I am just so sad.
Love Mom
paula george
December 18, 2009
Here I go again. I'm leavin for Florida and you were suppose to come down and go fishin with us... I miss you sooo very much. Merry Christmas! Love You.. Paula
paula george
December 7, 2009
I just can't seem to get you off my mind so i guest i'll write you this and tell you again how much i'm missing you and loved you. There isn't a day that goes by Sabrina and I don't talk about you. We see you and hear your music and we know that you are with us. We can just look at each other and know it came from you. You are so truly missed Michael... Again i love you .......I will see you again.Paula
uncle mike my best friend
December 3, 2009
Mom
November 30, 2009
Michael, it's me mom. I always would say that on your voice mail and you knew it was me. I am incredibly sad. You have part of me with you. I wanted to be the first to leave. It is my place but that has been taken away from me, from you. I know you are with Grandma. Take care of her for Grandpa. The family is heart broke. You are loved so much. We must find the strength to take care of each other. I know that is what you would want us to do. I wanted to talk to you and tell you good bye for now, if this had to be. Please, I know you can hear me, and feel my love. You are among the angels my dear Michael. With my everlasting love, Mom.
paula george
November 27, 2009
i really missed you today. I know you know i thought about you all day. Joe and i talked about you for hours last nite then you showed up in the mail to us. I know you are there Michael you are always there. You will always be there. Ill be with in laughing and playin around with you again someday. I Miss You. and so does Joe. Love paula
Shelley Burgess
November 26, 2009
I am Thankful for..... Having you as a brother , a best friend, and the joy & positive attitude you carried with you, and passed on to others. You have given me so much and taught me so much. I'm so deeply sad and angry you were taken from me so early in our lives its not fair. Words are impossible to say.... I do know that------- I AM THANKFUL TO YOU MICHAEL ALBERT SMITH. FOR ALL YOU HAVE GIVEN ME...... The only way I get through a day is knowing . That some day, I'll be with you again. All my Love to you..... Love youre sister Shelley.
Wendy Shephard (Garibay)
November 11, 2009
To Mikes Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I was friends with Mike since we were young teenagers. He was a wonderful friend. He would always be there for me, even just to listen to venting and had advice (always positive-of course). If Mike needed a favor I wouldn't think twice to jump. He was always fun and he always had everybody laughing. I was fortunate to have had him for a great friend and I have wonderful memories. I ran into him throughout the years, but hadn't seen him recently. Mike always would talk about Hannah and his whole family. He truely loved everyone of you. I just heard the tragic news yesterday. I send my love and my prayers are with you all.
paula george
November 8, 2009
You know what you mean to me. YOu know how much i miss you. I always think of you and think i see you all the time. I just want one time to tell you just how i feel, i know that you know but i just want to tell you. There is so much happening in my life and i cant talk to my best friend about any of it. I would do anything to bring you back to this place. If i would have ever thought this would have happened i would have never let you out of my car Aug. 31st. to leave you at that house. I miss you horrabibly.
Robin McCarthy
November 2, 2009
Our Dearest Michael,
We will really miss your bellow DARRRCY JAAAMES!!! every time our paths cross, Darcy, Ryan (who thought of you as his real uncle!) and I - will miss you with all our hearts and can only find comfort in knowing that we will see you again when we come home to live with our LORD!
November 2, 2009
This is a letter that Mike wrote to his nephew Kevin,It was put in a photo album, he made for Kev. It is so true, so touching, he was such a kind, good, loving uncle. THE BEST! and can never ever be replaced. This is what he wrote:
01-19-01
" Kev There is so many things i would like to say, I think about you all the time. T see a lot of you that reminds me of myself. I dont know where to start, because there is so much to accomplish in life. You are a friend to me, as well as my nephew, Most importantly you are someone I love. I have made alot of mistakes in my life. Life is a swift and terrible race sometimes, Don't make the same mistakes in life that I did. Time is so important. Remember you can't take back the days you live, It seems like life is very short. Your grandma's and grandpa's are getting older as the days go by, before you know it the years are gone. The older people in your family take great confidence in you (trust). show them! give them confidence back. Remember to always say what you mean, never be afriad to express yourself. Take this oppertunity to tell them what they mean to you, Stay close to your family and friends, they have helped make you the person that you are today thats what it is all about anyways.
Kev you are a very special person to me, you have a very special family. When you look at these photo's you can see your family is a great prize, without them life wouldn't have the greatest gifts. Decisions are the key to life, sometimes you can't make all the right one's. I hope this makes a difference in you life because it will make a difference to the people who love you. No one will be around Forever, so make sure you express your Love. Family is a wise investment indeed, Treat yourself as a gift".
"Love Uncle Mike
Your Friend Forever "
These where the words written to my Son from my Brother. I'll cherish this for ever, anyone who reads this should take Michaels advice., The tears won't stop falling. I love you, My Brother, I'm so sad & so lost without you. Till I see you again. Love Shelley.
mike miss you, love you. more than words can say.
November 2, 2009
Letter that Uncle Mike wrote to Kevin in 2001.:)
November 2, 2009
Michaels Jersey
Lisa Gavit
November 1, 2009
I went downstairs last night and went into Hannahs room to only find your Barry Sanders Jersey hanging up... It brought so many memories up of football parties we had or going to chi chi's to watch the game. If it weren't for you I may have never went to a Detroit Lions game... It was alot of fun because I just enjoyed being with you when you were having fun.. I was having fun :) It's so funny when I was in the hospital waiting for our daughter to be born you were watching the Lions on Tv and started screaming and cheering when they had a touch down, all the nurses came running and doctor thinking I was giving birth and started without them... You had those poor nurses all worked up with your excitment..LOL :) I'm going to miss how excited you get watching a football game~
Ross Perot mask Michael wore one for Halloween
Lisa Gavit
November 1, 2009
I remember you dressing up as Ross Perot for Halloween... You were always up for a good laugh and did you ever look funny with it on... LOL :)
Lisa Gavit
October 29, 2009
Michael,
I dont have to tell you how much your loved or how much your missed because I still feel you beside me and even though I cant see you or talk to you, I know know that you know whats in my heart and I know you see the tears that are shed because you are truely missed and loved <3
Uncle Mike & Emmy<3
October 28, 2009
October 28, 2009
miss you!:(
October 25, 2009
foot prints:)
October 25, 2009
daddy<3
Hannah Smith
October 23, 2009
Emily Burgess
October 23, 2009
"Seriously"
Mike Smith always said that word no matter what you were talking about. I sure am going to miss that <3
October 22, 2009
As the days go by, I miss you even more!! The tears won't stop failing,my heart is broke, the sadness is every where. I'm so angry. It's truley unbareable. The un-thikable has happened. You are sooo important to soo many . the phone calls ,the worries ,the questions, the whys and how comes. I want to hear you say. "Come on now Shelley. Whats wrong with you! It's will be ok"! I would give anything to hear those words from you once again. My brother and my very best friend has left me. My chlidren are so sad and hurt, you were so close to us all in a special way. If I could make it all go away. I would in a second. Everytime I think of you a smile is on my face at the same time,I'm crying. That's what you always did is put a SMILE on my face no matter what. My life will never be the same. I will never be the same. I pray everyday you will come to me and let me no you are at peace. God Bless you Michael Albert Smith. Until I see you again, All My Love to You! Your'e sister.Shelley
Erica Fisk
October 13, 2009
Uncle Spike =) .... You were like Family to me . You were an amazing person and so funny. I still can't believe that you are gone. My favorite and funniest memory of you would probablly be when you came over with that Real Estate Book and Probablly flipped through it about a million times just saying " Yah Yah theres so many people in here probablly about a thousand yahhhh " and then you just laughed saying this is probablly going to take atleast 4 hrs .. I still Have the book and the paper you wrote your add on. You were always there for me and kevin to talk to and would even Pop over out of the blue and helped out a bad day. I think one of our most favorite things to do would be to come over to your house and hang out with you , I know we miss it :( ... I will never forgot the time we were at your house for a bonfire and you told me to take control of the fire , and you just sat back and watched me , sureeee enough the blonde moment as you always called it kicked in and the trail of gasoline followed me in the can. Haha ... some of Mine and Kevins best memorys were with you and Its just not the same with out you around but I know that you are in a better place now. You taught me allot and helped me out and i will forever be grateful for that. I dont think a person can be missed as much as this family misses you It sure is tough But we know that you are watching down on everyone And thats what is helping everyone get through. You were a great Person and will always remain in my heart no matter what You sure were one of a kind ;)You can always make someone laugh and smile YOu are MISSED !
kevin kapuscinski
October 12, 2009
Uncle Mike, you are my best friend as well as my favorite uncle.You are the best thing that ever happened to me. We had so many great memories together like how we would go to games, concerts, fishing trips even just spending time with you was the highlight of my day.It was never a dull moment with my uncle mike! The things that meant the most to him was fun ,work and most of all his family i have never met a person that loves life more than him. there is not one thing that he would not do for anyone. He would make sure everyone was happy and that they had a smile on there face. He would make the best out of any situation no matter how hard or unfair it was. He was the kind of guy that would always have your back any time any place any where. So until we meet again my best friend and i know we will just keep it real like you always do have a blast like i know you will! theres no one that can ever replace you. your truly one of a kind. and ill love you and miss you always and you will be in my heart forever!
Hannah Smith
October 7, 2009
"Seriously"-Mike Smith
so cool
October 7, 2009
PEACE!!!
October 6, 2009
Emily Burgess
October 5, 2009
Uncle mike, you are the BEST uncle in this hole world. You will never be forgotton. You were like a 2nd dad to me. If i was having a bad day, you would come pick me up, and we would go to your house. And just go for a ride. Having fun and laughing of corse beacuse the minute you got with Uncle Mike, you would start laughing. Unless we were talking about work. Work was an important thing to Uncle Mike you had to be seriours. But Uncle Mike i love you and i will never ever forget you. <3 love you lots -Emmy
Rob Burgess
October 2, 2009
Mike, brother in law, the best man, at my wedding, best friend and boss. I love you and miss you. you were always there for me through out my life. As i will be for you through eternity.You loved life, you were always happy you could see it in your'e smile, and everything you do. You were a perfect uncle,a wonderful brother, a great son,
and the best daddy.We had good times and bad times together. but more good times. I think I always see you. I can still feel you with me through your'e sister, mom, daughter & family, This is so unfair. I'm hurt, sad, angry & discussed. I no you are in heaven making everyone laugh. And one day I'll be there laughing with you. There is so much more I want to say, I will tell it to you in my prayers, love you bro. Love Rob.
Daddy & Hannah ! See the love !
October 2, 2009
michael albert smith
October 2, 2009
Lisa Gavit
September 29, 2009
Michael,
Although you are in heaven~ I still feel you beside me :) I miss you sooo much!!! I am so happy that you shared your life with me and that we shared a beautiful daughter together. I can say that you made my life better by being in it and I know that it is not over that we will meet again, until then just know that you are loved and thought of each day :)
September 29, 2009
To View A Picture SLideshow Of Michael Please Visit The Below Link...
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Alley Burgess
September 27, 2009
Uncle Mike~ He was impossible to win an argument with and at times he did get on ALL of our nerves but, no matter what happends we will always love him. At first I couldn't believe all this was happening. And when I wasn't going to do basketball I pictured him saying, "Tinna, do it for me and grandma. Becuase even though you can't see me sitting on the stands cheering you on, you can, you just have to believe. One of the really good memories i had with him, Hannah and Emmy we're on the boat, no matter if it was raining, or really hot we always went. And everytime we went we had a blast, wether we we're laughing at him and his "wonderful" singing, or someone falling off the tube. He WILL be missed and he IS, i always think hes right behind me. Whenever me, Hannah or Emmy had trouble with our friends he would always say, "Who can you trust most in your life?" And no matter what the answer would always be "FAMILY". I remember him cooking us breakfast in the morning, and i remember him stepping on us to get to the door when we stayed the night, he'd say, "ooops i didn't see you there" then laugh. I cna remember what his laugh was like exactly. Hes the one person i can always depend on... Until the next time, wait for me in heaven!
Love, Your Niece Tinna.
Katie Conley
September 26, 2009
Mike, my bestfriends father. You are the craziest, most funniest, down to earth person i know. nobody could ever relpace you, never. the memories i have with Hannah and you on the boat, driving, your house, camp fires, etc. they will never be forgotten. neither will you. It was always a party with you! For the rest of the family members in this time of grief..i'm so so sorry. <3
-Katie Conley.
Happy Birthday Uncle Mike.
September 26, 2009
Kevin and Uncle Mike.
September 26, 2009
Uncle Mike always use to make food, in the morning before he left for work.
September 26, 2009
Uncle Mike.
September 26, 2009
Brother&Sister.
September 26, 2009
Now our Guardian Angel <3
Lisa Gavit
September 26, 2009
My First Love, My Dear Friend, Always and Forever~ Even death can't keep us apart, You will always remain in my Heart<3
Lisa Gavit
September 26, 2009
Michael,
We shared a great love and a beautiful daughter together. Just know that you will always live in my heart...There is not a moment that goes by that I am not thinking about you or what happend to you. My heart is broken to know that your gone and can't share life with our daughter anymore... I do know that you will be waiting for all of us at the pearly gates of heaven and we will sing, dance, laugh and have alot of fun there :) You were always soooo special to me and the best times of my life were shared with you.. You were always the early ariser and couldn't wait to get on with the day. You always looked at life from a postitve perspective~ You appreciated the little things in life that most people over look, you enjoyed the beauty of nature and everything God has given us. You always had a great sense of humor and tried to make the best out of every situation. You were always great with the kids in our family.. You enjoyed spending time with the kids and playing with them.. I always felt that you were still a kid at heart. I enjoyed all the hockey & football games,our camping trips to cadillac and ohio. Going to Sandford boating, tubing and grilling out. We had so much fun :) You were a great Dad and there was nothing you wouldn't do for our daughter Hannah~ I Love You Michael <3 You were always there for me in my life and you knew that I was always there for you :) We had a special friendship that survived past our marriage. I will miss all the joking, teasing and the excitment I would get when you around- All those memories will never leave me... You will always live in my heart and I feel your love even though you are now with the Lord~ Michael, I am not afraid to die now~ knowing that one day I will live eternity with you :)
paula smith-george
September 22, 2009
Mike here you left us all in this cruel world to deal with life without your help. We needed you. We will all miss you. Ill never forget the "Right Now" phone calls needed an estiment done. Or Joe's late and i need him Now." I enjoyed our late nite visits and long talks. Your always in my heart and will be so deeply missed by sabrina and myself. I loved you. but you did no that, so someday we will be reunited.But until then i feel your with me.
Christopher Nelson
September 22, 2009
To Shelly,Rob and the Smith family.I have not been back to Michigan or talked to any of you guy's in a real long time.But when i heard of mike's passing it feel's like just yesterday.Right before i moved to Colorado Mike and i got pretty close.I will cherish those times forever.Mike was a good man.He will be missed.My heart go's out to you all.Mike will never be forgotten.I will always remember him with a smile.Take care.
Sincerly, Christopher Nelson
daddy
Hannah Sue Smtih
September 22, 2009
My daddy was a great man, the greatest man i ever knew. he IS my hero and he always will be. if you needed a hand he'd be your man, he would do anything for anyone. he was so kind,giving and loving and he had a wondeful personality im glad i take after him. he put 250% into everything he did even when you only expected 75% he always wen't further. always out of his way for another person. i love him with all my heart noone could ever take his place,that would be impossible he taught me so many life lessons each day i was with him. he would teach a valuble lesson in life. the best times were in the summer of 2008 always wen't tubeing or for a ride in the boat at sanford lake every single weekend we always did somthing the movies,the mall,somtimes he would take me to work and he would say you better get busy because one day you'll be doing this, it made me laugh. around halloween we went to a different haunted house every weekend it seemed like. he always took me & my friends & my cousins to the saginaw spirit games. the best times in my life were spent with him my daddy, he tired so hard to be a great father and he was a dad unlike anyother. the BEST dad he was a good man. i know he really appreciates all the people who came to the showing and funeral& everyone that has offered support for my family. i think this is the hardest thing i will ever have to go through in my entire life, he's my hero.
Uncle Mike's green boat.
September 22, 2009
Emily Burgess
September 22, 2009
Unlce Mike, You are best Uncle on the hole entire plant. No one could ever replace you. Im gonna miss how we always use to go in your blue truck blarring the radio. Listening to your favortive songs. Taking your green boat out to Sandford going tubing and just having a blast. I will never forget the time when we listen to "Angel". It would be me, Hannah and Alley in your blue truck and everytime we came to a red light when that song was on you told us to wave are hands in the air, and of corse we did. We would always listen to everything Uncle Mike had to say. Everyone knows you loved your fishing & football. So every chance I got to come over and watch football with you or go fishing with you. I did, because I enjoyed going with you. Im going to miss you sitting in the stands watching me play basketball and softball. But I do know your safe with Grandma in heaven and watching me play. The thing im going to miss the most is everytime you tryed to get my attention you would say "Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy Emmy" and I just laughed and turned around and said " Yes Uncle Mike". Its going to be very differnet with you here. But until I see you again I just want to let you know I LOVE YOU UNCLE MIKE. Love your Niece Emily.
Shelley Burgess
September 22, 2009
Dearest BROTHER & BEST FRIEND of mine, I will love you forever. My heart is bleeding. I miss you so much. You are always with me. Everytime I turn around, I think I see you there. I will never be the same without you. I am so so sorry but, I know you are in a better place, with Grandma and your both smiling. Until I see you again- ALL MY LOVE TO YOU. Love your sister Shelley.
September 11, 2009
Michael is a special person and is secure in the arms of our Lord. Strength and comfort is my prayer for all of you.
Michelle Rusz
Andrea & Brian Mazur
September 7, 2009
Shelley my brother brian and i are so sorry to hear about Mikes passing I took care of him in the hospital awhile back. We talked about old times he use to stay at our house all the time him and Brian were best friends I'm sorry we didn't make the funeral i was up north and Brian lives in Flint now i just wanted to let you know that we thought mike was a great guy and i enjoyed seeing him and talking about old times.I'm am so sorry for your loss.
Judy (Parks)Dennison
September 5, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Wally & Mary Schmidt
September 5, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Steve Schmidt
September 5, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
September 5, 2009
Ron and Shelley: We send our sincere condolences to you on your loss. Our hearts and prayers are always with you.
May god bless you and Micheal`s family.
Dad and Sandy
September 5, 2009
Family of Micheal: I send my condolences to you on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frank Wescott
September 5, 2009
Ron and Shelley: we send our sincere condolences to you on your loss.Our hearts and prayers are always with you.
My God bless you and the rest of Micheal`s family.
Dad and Sandy
September 5, 2009
Family of Micheal: I send my condolences to you on your loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frank Wescott
Kayla Carr
September 5, 2009
Im so sorry about your loss..he will be greatly missed...my love and prayers are here for all of you he left behind....
September 4, 2009
Shelley and family- Sorry to hear of your loss-may God be with you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Matt, Heather, Emily and Noah Reinke
paula smith-george
September 4, 2009
i will be prayin for the family. Mike was very dear to me and I will alway keep him in my heart for the rest of my life.
September 4, 2009
So sorry to hear of your loss. I haven't seen Mike in years but I grew up with him and he was always such a good guy and a good friend. May God watch over you in your time of sorrow. Toni Kubik-Schaefer
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