Rehoboth, Massachusetts
1959 - 2009
Michael Joseph Nees, 50 of Rehoboth, MA died peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Maggie (Hennessey) Nees and devoted father of Joseph Thomas, Madeline Claire, Hudson Michael and Lily Catherine Nees.
Born in Burlington, VT on July 17, 1959, he was the son of the late Geraldine Ann (Conway) Nees of Cambridge, MA and Ronald Gordon Nees of Abbington, PA. He grew up in Riverside, RI and was a 1979 graduate of La Salle Academy. Mr. Nees attended the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and was a member of the U of A Track and Field Team.
Prior to his illness, Mr. Nees was self-employed in automotive equipment sales for many years.
Mr. Nees’ greatest gifts were the love and guidance he shared with his entire family. He enjoyed watching his children play football, softball, baseball, soccer and 4-wheeling. He was a lifelong member of the United States Judo Association and held the rank of Rokudan, sixth degree black belt. Throughout his life he was a dedicated volunteer instructor and taught Judo with many organizations including the Warwick Police Athletic League. He earned a bronze medal at the National Masters Judo Championship in 1994 and was instrumental in bringing the USJA Jr. Nationals to Warwick, RI in 1996.
In addition to his wife, children, and father, he is survived by a brother: Timothy J. Nees; three sisters: Margaret M. Criscione of Providence, Veronica A. Seamans of East Providence, Elizabeth M. Romano of Scitute, RI; and seven nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend visitation on Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Duffy-Poule Funeral Home, 20 Peck Street, Attleboro. Memorial service will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the charity of your choice. An on-line guest book for family and friends to express their condolences and additional information may be found at www.duffy-poule.com.
I still hold on to many photos and videos of his automotive business and even photos back to 1990 classes! He will forever be remembered as my "big brother" I never had. Love him and miss him so much and hoping one day to reunite with him in another life
Steven
April 15, 2023 | Family
To the Nees Family,
I wish I had known of Mike's illness and passing so I could have paid my respects. Mike hired me at Eagle Equipment almost 10 years ago and it was obvious from the beginning that he was a leader who cared for his people and a man worthy of respect. I will remember him and miss him
jack wood
December 22, 2009 | Swansea, MA
Maggie and children,
We deeply regret your loss and pray that all of you will continue with your lives as Mike would have wanted. He was a strong and determined man who fought courageously with more dignity than most. Y'all produced a wonderful family unit that will live on to celebrate his legacy. He will never leave your hearts.
God Bless you at this time and for the rest of your lives,
Love,
Becky
Becky and Tommy Satterfield
December 14, 2009 | Birmingham, AL
Maggie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We miss you and love you!!
Patty and Chris Goodwin
Patricia Flannery-Goodwin
December 09, 2009 | Worcester, MA
Maggie,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. If there's anything we can do for you, please let us know.
Kim & Ed
Kim Dwelley
December 09, 2009
Maggie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Russ Harris
December 07, 2009
Mrs. Nees and family,
I am sorry for your loss. I met and got to know Mike briefly last spring while we were selling the sailboat. I immediately liked him and his honesty about not knowing anything about sailing! (He had to trust me!)
Best of luck to you and your children as you work through these troubled times.
Sincerely,
Carl Tripp
December 07, 2009 | Westport, MA
Maggie,
Mike will be missed by the entire Judo community, he possessed all the attributes that we should all aspire to have...he was a role model not only for his own children but also to his Judo students and peers.
TOHOKU JUDO CLUB
December 07, 2009 | Somerville, MA
Maggie & Children, Uncle Ronnie and my Nees Cousins. I am so sorry for your loss. Although I didn't have the priviledge of getting to know Michael well - my mother (Aunt Claire O'Connell), until her passing, always kept us up to date with his life. (as well as the rest of my cousin's) School, marriage, new babies, even the judo. From my mother, I know that Michael was a wonder man and I (as well as my mom) had a great admiration for him. I was so deeply touched when he and Tim drove...
December 07, 2009
