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Alice Mazon
August 14, 2007
Dear Candy & Family,
I t has been a couple of weeks since I read about Jacks' death, memories of our childhood our Salpointe years, his parents his brother Dick are all part of my wonderful memories, as time goes on all your wonderful moments with him, your daughter and grandchildren will help you in this terrible time of sorrow. God bless and keep you in his everlasting light.
Alice (Perez) Mazon '64
Mary Lynn Michela
August 10, 2007
Dear Candy and Michele,
Jack was probably the nicest man I ever met. Anyone who ever knew him will never forget his wonderful smile. When he was here after Nonie died, he would get up early and proclaim, "This is a day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad." As a far less optimistic person than he, I could only wonder how he could maintain such a positive outlook. Every Sunday will be sad for Dick as he misses the call from Jack that meant so much. Jack was his only brother as well as best friend. On the other hand, I would guess that Dick will be having a 24/7 conversation with Jack forever.
Love,
Mary Lynn
(Fr) Charles B. Towner
August 7, 2007
Dear Candy and Family:
I remembered you all at my weekly hour of adoration that I know was so dear to Jack. I notified his St. Ambrose Principal, Sister Cecilia Mary CSJ of his death whom I am sure will add you to her prayers.
Jeanne Bartholomeaux, SC
August 3, 2007
Dear Candy,
I send you my sympathy on this occasion of Jack's death. May God bless you with strength during the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you with a share in the peace that surrounds Jack now.
Mary and George(Donan) Goldbach
August 3, 2007
Dear Candy,
We were both saddened to read of Jack's death. I remember him well from St. Ambrose and we remember both you and Jack from the days at Salpointe.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely
Alfred Mendoza
August 2, 2007
To Dick (coach) Michela: I am so saddened to hear of your brother, Jack, passing away. I know how close you guys were. Both of you, were so instrumental in my life when I was just a young boy. I admired and respected both of you so much. My deepest sympathies for you with Jack's passing. Respectfully yours, Alfred Mendoza (St. Ambrose swim team).
Hugh Grinnell
August 1, 2007
Dick, I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. I do not have your home phone, so I must contact you this way. Although I only met him once, I know you were close. The bond between brothers is strong.
Gary R. Wackerly
August 1, 2007
Candy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jack will surely missed by everyone who knew him. God bless you and your family.
Carolyn Smith (Baragona)
August 1, 2007
Dear Candy and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The news brought back so many memories of Jack, you and the high school days at Salppointe. May happy memories and the many prayers sent to you sustain you in this time of sorrow. Carolyn Smith '64
Sally Richardson Rosén SHS '64
August 1, 2007
Dear Candy,
I was so saddened to hear of Jack's death. I haven't seen either of you in many years and you remain the shining, young, perfect couple of our class in my memory. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Anne Schroff King SHS '64
July 31, 2007
Candy and Family,
I am saddened by the news of Jack's death.
Jack was loved and admired by his St. Ambrose and Salpointe classmates and will be fondly remembered.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. With sincere sympathy,
Tom Van Slyck
July 31, 2007
Candy,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Jack's passing. Having just seen you
both at the 40th class reunion and visiting with Jack I was shocked to learn of his passing. His vibrance
was ever present and we will all miss him greatly. My thoughts and
prayers are with you and your family.
Lenore (Di Sabato) Bachelor
July 31, 2007
Candy, I was so very sorry to hear about Jack. I know and understand your loss and pain because I too lost a husband many years ago. Your wonderful memories of Jack and your family and friends will help you get through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Danita McMahon
July 31, 2007
Candy,
Although we haven't seen each other in many years I was saddened to hear of Jack's death. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers
Danita Cronin McMahon
Marilyn Korber
July 31, 2007
Dear Candy,
I was so very sad to learn of Jack's death. I can understand how difficult this is for you after 38 years of marriage and your love through high school and college! It sounds like you remained a "perfect couple". I am very sorry you had to loose him too soon.
I am glad to read you have a daughter and six granchildren. They will help you and keep you company during this sad time.
You and your family will be in our prayers.
Marilyn Rogel Korber
John O'Sullivan
July 31, 2007
Candy,
I'm so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family.
mike begley
July 31, 2007
Candy,
I was saddened to hear of Jack's death. What a void!! Valerie and I will pray for you and your family that you find a deep place of refuge in the One who is a "very present help in trouble." Psalm 46.
Mary Kurtin
July 31, 2007
Candy,
First of all I am so saddened by the news of Jack's passing. It seems like such a short time ago that he was a shy, sweaty-palmed, 6th grade boy walking me home from school. He was my first crush and I will never forget him. He was a good man and I am sorry for your loss and pain at this time.
Ann Marie Greco
July 31, 2007
Dear Candy,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. My God grant peace to you and your family.
Class of 64
Charles Gallegos
July 31, 2007
Dear Cindy,
I am saddened by Jack's death. My prayers and a mass will be offered for Jack, you and your family. May God's blessing be with you and your family, and may His love watch over you. (Class 64)
Abram & Georgina Lares
July 31, 2007
Candy and Michele,
Georgina and I were sadden to hear of Jack's passing. I am sure he will be missed by many. Our sincere heartfelt prayers are with you both.
Kathy Farrell Dehn
July 31, 2007
Dear Candy and Family,
I was sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Nancy Giguere
July 31, 2007
Candy,
I was sorry to learn of Jack's death. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Katie Smith
July 31, 2007
Candy
We are so sorry for the loss of Jack. Our prayers are that the Lord bless you and hold you and carry you through this time. May His peace and love give you strength.
Burly & Katie Wilson Smith
Pat Spruell
July 31, 2007
Candy,
You probably don't remember me but I graduated in '64 with you & Jack. I remember both of you very well. I am so saddened by your loss. Formerly, Patti Kern
Salpointe Catholic High School
July 31, 2007
The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to the Michela family. You are in our prayers at this most difficult time.
Cindy & Jim Zilaro
July 28, 2007
Candy,
Cindy and I will keep you and Jack in our prayers. We know that Jack is in heaven with our Lord and His perpetual light is shining upon Jack.
Patricia S Weiss
July 28, 2007
Dear Candy and Michelle, I am so sorry for your loss. Whenever he spoke of you it was with love and pride. He will be missed by his neighbors at Lundy Terrace where he was instrumental in the development of our community and was a great asset especially, during the early years of its growth. His pain is finally over and may God be with you in yours.
Pat Weiss
Joe and Doris Ecker
July 28, 2007
Dear Candy and Michelle:
Our hearts and prayers are with you. We will always remember Jack as a very special member of our family.
Much love,
Joe and Doris
Matt Michela
July 27, 2007
Dear Aunt Candy and Michelle,
I am praying for you. I am so very grateful for all the wonderful memories I have of Uncle Jack. He was always so happy to do things for others. Thank goodness he was a part of my life.
May God Bless You.
Love,
Matthew
Susan Liedle
July 27, 2007
Mrs. Michela,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and the rest of the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan, Andrew, Ryan, & Kyle
Robby Strozier
July 26, 2007
Candia - I was sorry to hear about Jack..But I know if anyone is in Heaven Jack is! He was (and you too) a dear person..My prayers for you and your family.
Love
Robby Strozier
Trish Michela
July 26, 2007
Candy and Michele, It was only a few days ago when I was looking at "Nonie's" glass-topped table that I was thinking of all of you with fond thoughts. I have always thought Jack as one of the most kind men I have known. He is Matt's God parent and I was glad of that too. He will be missed by many. Prayers for all of you! Trish
Marcia Iselin
July 26, 2007
Dear Aunt Candy and Michele,
I can only imagine the grief that you are going through. My heart truly goes out to you and to Uncle Jack. There is no doubt that he is in a better place, finally free of pain.
I am so saddened that it has been about 10 years since we have all seen each other. I am thankful however that I have so many wonderful memories still so vivid in my mind.
Please know that Phil, Josh and Zach send their love and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless you all!
All my love,
Marcia
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