Michael J. Bates

Greta: I am sorry to read that Michael has passed away. He put the fun into environmental studies and the after-school club, getting the students to take water samples off some of Norfolk's bridges. I still think of him when I drive over the Hampton Blvd. bridge. We are sorry for your loss.

Greta and Family,

We are sending our heartfelt sympathies, love and prayers!

Mike was an incredible man who will live forever in our memories and our hearts. Ken, KC and I will cherish all the conversations covering so many different topics. His smile and warm, friendly personality will be missed.

May warm, loving memories bring you comfort during your difficult days.

Much love and prayers!

Ken, Nettie & KC Simonich

Greta, Deepest sympathy for Mike's passing. God walk with you and his loved ones.

I am so glad to have met Mike and to have been a part of his (huge) circle of friends. Mike was so smart, charming, kind and the only other Melanie fan I ever encountered! I'll miss you Mike. Draw a ring around the moon for me.

Michael was a delightful person to be around. His interests were wide ranged and I enjoyed interacting with him. He was loving to his parents and his brothers, and adored his grandparents. Mike always smiled and never seemed to let things get him down. He was a dear child who grew up to be a superb man. His parents were truly blessed with him as a son. I will miss him, but I know where he is, and I will be meeting him there someday. I will always love you Michael. Your cousin, Margie

Dear Greta, Our love and prayers are being sent to you for this difficult time. We pray that as you go through this loss, you will know that we are all thinking of you in your pain. We send our love , Margie and Bill Gatchel

My heart is broken. He was a gentle and kind man who cared for all. We had the joy of seeing him grow up along with his brothers Gil and James. He made us all proud of the man he became.. The memories are many and precious. We will see you again, Mike. I, Margie, will love you always.

Dearest Greta: Our sincerest condolences to you and your family during this time of sorrow and loss. May God comfort you and keep you in His loving arms, and may the fondest of memories fill your hearts forever. Peace be with you.