Michael-Malone -Obituary

Michael Malone

Chicago, Illinois

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Renowned tattoo artist Michael Malone was found dead Wednesday at his home in Chicago, an apparent victim of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Recognized as one of the world's boldest tattoo visionaries in the 34 years since he bought Sailor Jerry's shop in Honolulu, Malone lived the life of an...

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I spend the early eighties in Hawaii, and was tattooed by Mike as often as I could. I was a Marine stationed in Kaneohe Bay. Mike was such a great guy, I would go to the shop even when I wasn't getting tattooed just to hang out with him. It's been 42 years since I sat with Mike and I think of him often. He is definitely missed. His China Sea business card is still in my wallet today.

Love you Nd miss u still u r with me as the snake u tattooed on my shoulder

You'd be 75 today, Rollo and we laughed with joy at your memory saying it. My life - such as it is = is good. Will I be sending you wishes on your 76th? Who knows ... perhaps I'll be there too. Meamwhile, I got lucky again with Steve and he makes life on earth sweeter every day. I love you, my Rollo.

I cant believe Rollo is gone...i have a number of tattoos he did...i am so sad that he is gone. Rest in peace Rollo

Dearest Rollo,
I am thinking about you on your 71st birthday. As you probably know, I have Stage IV cancer without a lot of hope. Steve is still here with me and we will see this through to the end together. I know you watch out for me too. One day we will all be together.

Dearest Rollo, This New Year's Eve finds me filled with joy and in love with Steve Chaney. I know you'd be good with that - it seemed auspicious that Steve and I had our first date on the 28th anniversary of yours and my wedding. And not since you has a man shown me the kind of love and devotion I treasured from you. I know you send us your good wishes for our future together. Love you always, Margaret

My dearest Rollo, happy 70th. You were a joy even when you were a pain. I love you eternally.

You are ever and ever my one and only valentine, Rollo mine.

Happy birthday, Rollo! You have have been 69 today and no telling what would have happened to celebrate! Love you always.