Michael H. Chandler

Mike was the best dad a guy could ask for. He taught me to fish, shoot, camp, and pay attention to everything. Mike taught me how to drive a car off road, and how to navigate a boat. We had so many shenanigans when I was growing up. One of his favorite stories was the 'toro toro' story. When I was about 6, Mike was working on his fish tank, and he took a break. He held a towel up in front of me and said 'toro toro'. Me, being six, charged the towel like a bull and Mike yelled "olay!". ...

I am still in shock. I have been out of town and just got around to reading my paper. I could not believe my eyes. I am so,so sorry to read about Mike's passing. He was definitely a one of a kind business man; so knowledgeable and always took the time to help with problems, and answer my questions.
I am saddened by his premature passing. I will miss him.

From all of us here at CRE, Inc. we send our heartfelt condolences.

Sincerely
Horacio Rabini

One could say that Mike's business and my career traveled together. I opened an account at Dexters around 1983 -- the former Channel Islands Boulevard location-- and have been trusting Mike and his jovial staff ever since.

When I needed to pry special equipment out of a camera manufacturer, Mike always found it in time for my assignment. When some piece of equipment would fox me to point of heaving it into the ocean, Mike would shake his head, then slowly explain what I had been...

Bless Mike - such a generous, caring and talented guy. Who can ever forget those tender eyes and that special chuckle when you mentioned something funny.
We are really going to miss you, Mike.
Love, Betty & Rip

I am truly at a loss for words at Michael's untimely departure. I will miss his friendship and expertise. I am grateful for the years that he carried the torch lit by the Halpert family.
God's speed on your journey. Michael. Sincerely, Jack

I have been a customer for the past 20 years, and I will miss Mike's good advice and support.
I am so very sorry.