Michael McLachlan

Michael cared, he loved and he laughed. He touched so many lives that it's no exaggeration to say the world is a better place because he was here. We need more people like Mike. Thank you Barbara and the entire family for sharing him with the rest of us. He will always be an inspiration.

Dear Barb, Brian, Katie and Family, Sending my sincere condolences on Michael's passing. Besides being a great American, he was more importantly, your loving husband and father. May your memories sustain all of you through these trying times.

My condolences to the family and many friends of Michael McLachlan. I´m grateful to have memories of many years of working with him on many occasions and especially when jousting as to the friendly competitions between Rotary and Kiwanis. I think he was very special.

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care of each other. With love,

I knew of some of Michael's accomplishments, his military service, his legal brilliance, but I knew more. His beautiful smile that lit up everything around him never failed to bring my best to my face. His rapier wit and and the sense of humor that accompanied it were a joy. The bringing of Barb into the lives of my my family especially my grandchildren was indeed a thing to make a difference in Durango schools and La Plata county. I am saddened by his death but will hold him and his family...

Heartbroken to see this news on the Herald website. I am blessed to have known Michael as a client, friend and lawyer and hope the family finds comfort in knowing he was loved and respected by many. Sending my love to Barbie and the family from Whakatane, New Zealand.

Great admiration for our friend and neighbor, Mike, for a life well lived. And to his family, who honored his last wishes. Rest in peace, Michael.

I knew Michael was an amazing man but unfortunately the obituary enlightened me to so much more. I am glad I got to see him in recent times still sharp with great recollection. Cherish the memories. I send my sincere condolences to all the family.