Michael Gregory "Mike" Finlay

Dear Mike,

You really don't know how much I really truly miss you every single day! I can't even imagine that it's almost been 16 years! :'( Even though I was so young when you passed away, I remember certain things about you, like your sweet smile, your kind gestures and your beautiful heart. Back when my parents told me what had happened, I didn't exactly understand, but as the years went on it really started hitting me.

Every time I go to Aunty Ayo's place I always...

6 years later and I just found out . Im very sorry for family and friends..RIP..

It's 4 years later and we have all grown older, but we have not forgotten. We take you in our hearts and minds across our stages and into the real world. You were a good friend and I will never forget you.

mike, I had no idea this would still be so hard almost a year and a half later. Reading these entries has been a wonderful and touching experience, as was knowing you. You were one of the most truly beautiful people I have ever met, inside and out. You will never know the life lessons that you've taught me. You have been a shining star in all of our lives and continue to do so everyday. I miss seeing you at the Y, although I always feel that you are there with me. My thoughts and prayers are...

Just writing this to say I miss Michael Finlay so much. May he be in a better place, I pray. Free of worry and pain. With Nana and Pop. Michael, till the day I see you again, you will be missed and in my heart.

Love you forever and always,
your cousin Lauren

P.S. Remember playing hockey in the driveway and running around like loonies outside and Nana's oatmeal raisin cookies?

Mike you were a good friend that tought me a lot and someone I could always put a smile on my face. You were well respected and even half a year later I still wake up in cold sweats. Being that I was on campus for orentation that day i have the spot where I herd the news, and I bring a piece of you with me. Even though you never started "We the class of 2002 will carry you on in hart and mind; and will take a part of you to our college graduations" So in a sence your dream of being a...

Dear Ayoma, Bill & Alyssa

Although we have never met Michael the love and friendship he has commanded from his friends is a clear indication of the strength and character of the boy.

Rest assured our love and prayers will be with you at this horrible time. Ayoma, as you so lovingly requested, I have informed my boys about this tragedy in the hope that they may learn a thing or two. As you so rightly said, you can only give them your best advice and the rest is up to...

Dear Mike,

I am sorry that we were not able to get to know you better. I remember fondly visiting your mom when you were a little boy, and I especially remember our trip to the Point-to-Point races. I know that you were a very special person, like your mom, full of life, fun and positive thinking. Your family will be in our prayers and thoughts.

Love,
Denise & Jim

Dear Mike:
I am so sorry that I didn't get to meet you. I was one of your mom's best buddies from college (she was the smartest science student I ever knew!) In my heart, I know that you must also have been brilliant, fun, sociable, a friend to all, and the joy of your entire family. I also have a boy your age, and my heart is broken with grief for my dear friend's loss. I will say a prayer for you, your wonderful parents, and family...I know you will be your mom's guardian angel...