Michael Keith Kovell

Mike has always been a wonderful friend and like a big brother. We appreciated his sensitivity, wisdom, hugs and caring ways.

Michael chose to ignore his physical disability, to see no limitations and to succeed at the highest level.

We happily picture Michael gleefully running in heaven now, without any restraints.

Mike has always loved my husband like a son, and he and Sherry have been a second set of parents for us. He has always thought I'm so much better than I am.

We will miss the puzzles and great times hanging out with him for a little while. By God's mercy we will see him again soon.

One thing among many I will remember Mike saying: "The most important thing in life is to love and to be loved." He lives that.

What can I say about a man that was like a big brother to me. His wisdom,laughter,and hugs(that would double as a Heimlich!) will be missed until I see him again. Love you.. See you there, or in the air!

My heart goes out to you.

Mike was an amazing person. He was a great friend and mentor to me as well as many others. I will always be grateful for everything he helped me through and for all the time we got to spend together. So thank you Mike for being my friend and mentor...You will be truely missed by all...

Michael we have met you several times and each time you we friendly and talked to us like you knew us forever. I knew that you were a big part of my children lives and I want to thank you for being there for them. I knew that you had accepted them into your family. I want to say that you were an inspiration on Christian love and acceptance. We will see you again someday.

Mike was truly a great man and a great friend. His smile lit up a room, and his hugs filled you from the inside out. We spent hours and hours talking about anything and everything, and my life is richer from having known him. Thank you for sharing him with us all, Sherry, Heidi, and Bonnie. I'll see you again someday, my friend. Dance with Jesus.

He was Intelligent, Humerous, and strong in his faith. Everybody loved him and looked forward to his wisdom and Bear Hugs... My Mom used to call him (Bear in a Chair) because being hugged by this man was almost like being hugged by God himself... he carried with him Authority, Respect, Gentleness & Peace, His love was truly unconditional!!! I am so Thankful & blessed just to have known him:)