Michael-Boothe-Obituary

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Michael Lea Boothe

Harlingen, Texas

Mar 14, 1972 – Aug 13, 2020 (Age 48)

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BORN
March 14, 1972
DIED
August 13, 2020
AGE
48
LOCATION
Harlingen, Texas

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Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home - Harlingen Obituary

Michael Lea Boothe went to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday, August 13, 2020.


Michael Lea was born in Harlingen, Texas on March 14, 1972 to Mike & Linda Gonzalez Boothe.
Michael Lea was the best Son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, & Cousin to his extended Gonzalez Family in Primera.


He was affectionately known by his family & Friends for his smile, laughter, & his passion to help others. He brought joy, laughter & humor to all his loved ones. Michael always bragged about his days fishing at Holly Beach with his Grandpa Santos Gonzalez Sr. He enjoyed spending time on South Padre Island with Lynne. Michael attended school in Harlingen & Kingsville, Texas. He had made his home in the North Austin area for over 20 years.


Michael is preceded in death by his grandparents, Santos Sr. & Maria Leal Gonzalez, his uncles, Santos Jr., Ricardo, & Bobby Gonzalez.


Left to cherish his memories are his parents, Linda & Ricardo Vega of Kingsville; spouse, Lynne Kennedy of Hutto; brothers, Richie (Stacey); Robbie (Cindy), & Randy (Valerie) Vega of Pflugerville & Round Rock; one niece, Robyn Elyse, his pride & joy; uncle, Candido L. (Margie) Gonzalez Laredo; and aunts, Oneida "Onie" & Judge Sallie Gonzalez of Primera. Mike leaves behind numerous Aunts, Cousins, & other relatives.


While Michael Lea's passing left a void in our heart that can never be replaced, we will forever cherish all the memories & laughter we shared together.


"Watching a death of a loved one reminds us of a falling star; one of a million lights in a vast sky that flares up for a brief moment only to disappear into the endless night forever."


Mike you will always be our Shining Star. You will truly be missed.


Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, a private burial will take place.

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❤ Mike, you came into my life and accept me and my brothers as kids and my kids as your grandkids and never saw them as anything less. My kids love you so much, and you loved and showed them unconditional love. We shared certain similarities and experiences that made our bond closer, I want to thank you so much for the time you’ve spent and given to me and my kids. Your memory and legacy will always remain deep embedded into our hearts. Thank you for making the greatest memories with the kids...

I am one of Michaels many cousins. I am a few years older than him and I fondly remember visiting the Valley (Primera) and spending time with him when we were younger. He was a soft-spoken and extremely friendly person. As we got older and our lives scattered us around the state, whenever we would meet up it was always like we had never been away regardless of the gaps in time. Some of my fondest memories will always be from Primera when we would visit all of our tios, tias and cousins....

Michael was one of the good guys. Treated everyone he knew with respect and was a great friend. He will be missed.

Group of 10 Memorial Trees

Mike was one of the sweetest people I've ever met. He had a great way of welcoming folks and putting them at ease. It won't be the same without him. He'll truly be missed.

Michael, sitting here thinking about the day you were born. I was in the waiting room by myself ( your Dad was outside smoking a cigarette). Nurse came out and I had the honor of being the first in the Gonzalez Gang to see you.. You had a happy baby smile. I always bragged that I saw you first. As I write this my heart aches, but I know your love, kindness, caring ways gave to a straight ticket through the Pearly Gates. Rejoice my sweet Michael Lea. Till we meet again. Love, Aunt Sallie

My condolences to the entire Gonzalez Family and our prayers are with you all. God Bless

Mike was a good friend in Kingsville back in the early nineties, and was a roommate in Pfulgerville in 2006. We were good friends, and he was like a big brother to me. We watched Dallas Cowboys play and laughed almost all the time. I miss him dearly. He had a kind soul!

There are so many memories of the joy and laughter that Mike has left us with. He will truly be missed by all of us. My deepest sorrow for all of his family and friends.