Kevin H. Michael

Martha, Guthrie, Chelsea and Georgia - I don't know if you'll even see this at this point, and it's hard to know where to begin. We just learned of, and are so sorry to hear, of Kevin's passing. Didn't even know you had returned to the Columbus area. 21 years ago this month you lovingly opened your home, lawn and family in order for us to exchange marital vows in your backyard. All of you are thought of more than you know. There's no doubt Kevin's bright spirit lives on in all of you, and...

My deepest condolences to you Martha, Guthrie, Chelsea and Georgia. I am truly saddened to hear about Kevin. He was one of the kindest and most thoughtful persons I have ever known. His passion for teaching and helping others was his special gift that he shared with so many. May you find comfort in your memories and know that a great man will not be forgotten. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Dear Martha and family,
I just heard the sad news. Before Jack passed away this past April, he had spoken with Kevin. Our prayers are with you all. Kevin was a good man and touched so many lives. May your wonderful memories sustain and comfort you.

I just found out about this from the Columbus Academy alumni magazine. Mr. Michael was one of those teachers that was able to completely change one's preconceived notions about the world around us. My time in his 12th grade philosophy class represents some of the most thought-provoking and educational experiences I had at Academy.

I offer my sincerest condolences to his family and loved ones.

I was recently informed of Kevin Michael's passing. It is truly saddening to hear about the loss of someone so magnificent. I had Professor Michael as a philosophy instructor at Ohio Dominican. I also had the pleasure of serving him numerous times while I worked at Kroger in Gahanna. In each instance, he was so kind and inspiring, and we would talk as long as time would permit. I would often walk with him after class and we'd discuss how my classes were going or if something in his class was...

Martha, We just heard of Kevin's passing and were so sorry that we did not know at the time. Our prayers and thought are with you. He and Abe can now wrestle together as they did at Academy.

Mr. Michael was a client of mine at the bank, and even through his illness, he always had a smile on his face, and joy in his heart. He always said "thanks sweetheart" after i would do his transaction, he was one of the nicest people i have come across in my 29 years of working here.
A few months ago, when he was here, he told me about the brain cancer, and after he left, i felt a strong urging from the Lord to send him a card, with some scriptures in it. A few weeks later, he came into...

Kevin played a starring role in my childhood starting in Kindergarden. I will never forget swinging on the swings at Edwards Elementary singing "Oh sweet pea" and riding on the bus as he would play the "drums" on his books singing" Day Tripper"and Do you Love me?" by the Beatles as well as" Daydream believer". Whenever I was walking in the neighborhood and he would pass me on his stingray bike ,he would pull up his front tire and pedal past me popping a wheelie and I would laugh my head...

Kevin was my boss, colleague, friend and guitar mate at Breck School. I will remember him as a model of living life with passion, purpose and total authenticity. It is impossible to forget how deeply he loved his wife and children; that alone made him a great human being, yet he also shared great affection for the many students whose lives he influenced for the better. Rest in peace dear friend.