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Michael Baetens Obituary

Michael Paul Baetens, age 57, died November 1, 2012. Loving father of Joel Michael (Jessica), Mellissa Marion, Natalee Anne and Nicholas Paul Baetens. Step-father of Diana Monroe and Jason McKitrick. Dearest grandfather of Shawn McClusky. Dear brother of Margaret (the late Leonard) Gudenau, Donna Knabl, Pat (Dave) Kortes, Judi Baetens,the late Charlie, John (Andrea), Tom (Joan), Molly (the late Joseph) Caporale and Darlene (Ronald) Mitchell. Loving uncle to many. Also survived by former wives LuAnne Reinhardt and Maureen Baetens. Visitation at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Funeral Mass at St Louis Catholic Church, 24415 Crocker, Clinton Township. Please call 586-775-2424 for times. Memorial contributions may be directed to the National Association for Children of Alcoholics. Please share a memory of Michael at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Macomb Daily on Nov. 4, 2012.

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November 1, 2013

I am so,so sorry to hear about Mike. We connected through facebook a few years ago. I hope you all are doing OK. He was a very good man who had such a loving heart.

November 19, 2012

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the Baetens family. Joel and Luanne, my prayers are with you both.

Peggy DeSantis

Judi Baetens

November 10, 2012

I love and miss you brother Mike. You have a kind heart and soul. Love you, Judi

Jackie Enicott

November 7, 2012

Wanted to let you know how proud we are of Nicholas and Natalie and all their support of Run for the Children. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

NACoA's staff

April Cox

November 6, 2012

To the Baetens Family:

My deepest condolences to your family. Mike was a funny and wonderful, kind man. He loved his family very much. I will miss his wisdom and kindness. Mike, may you finally find peace.

Dustin Mitchell

November 6, 2012

Uncle Mike, I'm very glad you're at rest now. My condolences to my cousins, aunts, and uncles.

Susan Stawiasz

November 6, 2012

Maureen,
My condolences to you, your children, and Mike's family. I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

Brandon Monks

November 5, 2012

Mr. Baetens, I know we never met but I was friends with your son Nick and daughter Natalee. Our friend Karic and I were unfortunately not able to make it to the viewing tonight, but we both wanted to wish our best to you and your family and let them know that we are always here. Nick and Natalee, hang in there! I know it must be hard, but there's always light at the end of every tunnel. You'll see each other again someday. Until then, he will always be with you in your hearts.

Skip Gmeiner

November 5, 2012

Mike, you will be missed. May you find peace now . God bless.

Skip G.

Sue Socia-Wallace

November 5, 2012

I am deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. My heartfelt condolences to the family. My prayers are with you. RIP Mike.

Mark St. Onge

November 5, 2012

Your family shur has been through alot this year,yet you all stand together and take care of each other,My Heart and Prayer's go out to the hole family,and you are still blessed with a beautiful family,I'll see ya today or tommorow.

Thomas Kampfer

November 4, 2012

Baetens family, We are deeply saddened by your loss. I have fond memories of Mike thru my high school years. The many 7:00 a.m.Sunday mornings, hunting with Tom Baetens 22 rifle, that we should not have had. The police took Mike and I home, after hearing the gun going off in the woods down the street. We were more worried about what Tom ( Mike's brother ) was going to do, than what our parents were going to do. I have many other great memories that I will remember. We will meet again Mike.
Tom & Sandy Kampfer

MaryAnn Engle

November 4, 2012

My most sincere condolences, Pat, to you and your family.

"Blessed are they that mourn,
for they shall be comforted." (Matt. 5:5)

November 4, 2012

Mike,
No more pain no more suffering,you are in the hands of our Loving and forever forgiving God, may you rest in peace.
Donna and Jerry Pierce

John Schirling

November 4, 2012

My best to you and your family Missy..I know your Dad is in a better place and I am here for you and all the crazy co-workers. From the pictures Dad was a Rocker now we know why you sing all the time. Love to your family and you.

"E"

Debbie (Maginski)Taormina

November 4, 2012

I hung out with Mike in high school. He drove the orange "heavy chevy", a motorcycle, and played piano. He had a reallly deep voice and great deep belly laugh. May he rest in peace.

Carol Tabachki

November 4, 2012

My sincerest condolences to Mike‘s loved ones. I'm sorry that I can't be with you in person during this time but I send my love and prayers to all.

Maureen Baetens

November 4, 2012

Dear Mike,
I am going to miss you so much. Thank you for our beautiful children and the time we had together. We had so many good times along with the bad. I know our Lord is holding you in his arms and you are not in pain anymore. Please know I loved you very much. You will live on in the lives of your wonderful children.
Love you Mikey
Maureen

Shivaun Wois

November 3, 2012

There are no words that can adequately express my deep sadness for the loss of Mike. He will be missed by so many people as he was loved by so many people. God has a good one on his team now. My love and prayers go to his family at this difficult time.

Kim Martinez

November 3, 2012

Love and Prayers to all during this difficult time. Mike is lucky to have had each of you in his life; God cradles him now, safe and sound in paradise.

Patricia Kortes

November 3, 2012

We love and miss you Michael! Patricia(sister) Dave and Mike (godson).

Darlene Mitchell

November 3, 2012

I miss you Mikie. Love and hugs to Joel, Missy, Nick, Nat, Jason, Diana, Maureen and LuAnn. Many hugs,

Aunt Dar

Young Molly and Mikey

Molly Caporale

November 3, 2012

Hey, Mikey - Love you and I will love you everyday. I really miss you, brother.

Molly B Caporale

November 3, 2012

My dear Michael, you are at peace now. I will miss you and love you forever.

Susan Lambardo

November 3, 2012

My sincerest condolences to Mikes loved ones. My prayers are with all of you. Peace be with you.

My brother Mikie

Darlene Mitchell

November 3, 2012

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