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Michael Ros Rinaldi

FUNERAL HOME

Murphy Funeral Homes - Arlington

4510 Wilson Boulevard

Arlington, Virginia

Michael Rinaldi Obituary

RINALDI, MICHAEL ROS

On Thursday, July 20, 2006 of Falls Church, VA, formerly of Mt. Laurel, NJ. Employed with CCH, Inc. Aspen Publishers; he is the son of C. Elaine Rinaldi of Venice, FL and Al C. Rinaldi and his wife, Gabrielle Kazze of Mt. Laurel, NJ; grandson of Evelyn D. Conklyn of McLean, VA; brother of Christopher C. Rinaldi and his partner, Brian Powers of Wynnewood, PA and Robert A. Rinaldi and his wife, Kimberly of Marlton, NJ; uncle of Sophia and Eva; god-father of Dara Kearney. Also surviving are his dear friends, Sherry and Raychel Moxley. The family will be receiving friends at the MURPHY FUNERAL HOME OF ARLINGTON, 4510 Wilson Blvd. on Monday, July 24, 2006, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 1 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 103 N. Spring St., Falls Church, VA. Interment Columbia Gardens Cemetery. Following the service, the family will have a reception at the home of Michael's grandmother, Evelyn D. Conklyn. Contributions may be made in Michael's name to Hope For Henry Foundation, for Children with Life Threatening Illnesses, Post Office Box 39133, Washington, DC 20016.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 22, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Rinaldi

Sponsored by Mike's Friends.

39 Entries

Connie Coghill Scinto

September 12, 2006

Mike,

It had been a while since I last saw you at the gym. Since our Mason days you always had a smile when I saw you and you will me sorely missed. May God bless you and your family.

Valerie Rose

September 10, 2006

I never met Mike personally but became somewhat of an email buddy after his diagnosis elevated an interest in Christianity. My sister worked with him at CCH and spoke highly of him after falling in love with his spirit - a common occurance it seems as I fell, too, just by hearing stories about him, his vibrant personality, and his unquenchable zest for life. It was a complete pleasure to exchange messages with Mike and to pray for his physical and spiritual healing. My heart smiled each time I read one of his messages or updates. He had a way of turning my tears into laughter and reminding me the importance of life. What a man! What an example! What a reminder of how to live the rest of our days...by seeking God and a personal relationship with his son. Those of us who got a glimpse of the very special Michael Ros Rinaldi have truly been blessed. With overflowing love, blessings and prayers to Mike's family and friends.

Miriam Troutman

September 10, 2006

Dear Mike,

Your time here on earth was a blessing to many people. You were a source of strength, a great light, a force, a positive attitude that was always encouraging to others. When you left us, my 5 year old son asked; what was Mr. Mike like? I replied that you were the type of person who always found a way to make others smile. You wanted people to be happy. My son said - that's how I want to be when I grow up. Mike, I can't think of a better trait - thanks for the 9 years you were my friend on earth. You are an inspiration. In God's loving arms and care you will be until we meet again.

Love, Miriam Rose Troutman

(friend through CCH)

Nancy Brooks

September 1, 2006

I lived next door to Mike until 9/01, where Jeff Jeffrey lives now (see entry above). He was a great friend and neighbor, the cheeriest person ... We had great camaraderie. He always invited me to his parties, but I was too shy to go. Instead, I would wait for the music to get loud, then run out on my deck and shout,

Pablo Montiel

August 21, 2006

To my brother Mike, may you rest in peace. We had many good times during our days at GMU. Although our paths did not cross often in recent years I know it will again in the future and as always the vibration will be positive. ALOHA...

To the Rinaldi family much peace and love.

Terri Powers

August 11, 2006

I met Mike thru a mutual friend and I will never forget our first encounter 8 years ago. Mike had a way about him that definately left you sitting there wondering what heck just hit you!! He was a such strong life force and he knew how to get a smile out of anybody. I talked to him many times while sitting in traffic driving home. I will miss listening to his voice mails (of him singing some wacky song, or leaving me prank messages). I will also miss our heart to heart talks about life and love. If you received Mike's Christmas card last year, pull it out and read it. It will remind you to stop in the hectic moments of our busy lives and remember what is important. I feel truly blessed that I was able to meet Mike during this journey. My prayers and thoughts to the Rinaldi family.

Clythie Clarken

August 7, 2006

Mike was on the other end of the telephone when I nervously dialed his number to answer an ad listed in the Broadside for the Men's Lacrosse Manager. It was my first week of my freshman year at GMU and the next thing I knew I met Mike and all the Lacrosse boys and my life was never the same again. I have great photographs of that time, and remember many stories where Mike is featured prominently. I smile thinking of him. God bless the Rinaldi family.

Nels Randolph Benson

August 7, 2006

My condolences, thoughts and prayers, and those of my family, go out to the Rinaldi family in their time of loss. I knew Mike from out college days at George Mason University where we played lacrosse together and graduated college together. Mike or “The Rat” as we knew him, was a unique, driven, smart guy, who always seemed to see “the glass half-full”. We did not talk often after college but seemed to run into each other in the strangest of places and nothing in life after college seemed to have changed in him; which was a good thing. Even as he was in the fight of his life, he seemed to remain positive. I will miss Mike, he had an indelible impact in my life, I never stopped thinking of him and many of the experiences we shared in the halls of GMU or in the pitched battles of the lacrosse field. Mike, may you rest in peace. Thanks for the memories.

Nels Randolph Benson

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Suzanne Daub

August 2, 2006

What a pleasure it was to have Michael as a part of my life. I will always see his smile as a guiding light.

Mike Shawkey

July 29, 2006

My deepest condolences to the Rinaldi family. I attended college/played lacrosse with Mike at GMU. Mike approached the game the same we he lived his life, with grit, guts and humor. Though we only talked occasionally after college, when we did, he always made me laugh. He was a guy that was there when you needed him, truly cared for friends and family, and made everyone smile. He was truly one of a kind and his spirit and memory will live on. I'll miss you Mike!

Susan & Dana Godfrey

July 28, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Rinaldi family. My memories of Michael are of such a fun-loving youngster and he has clearly touched so many lives positively since then. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chris and his family at this most difficult time.

With deepest sympathy, Susan & Dana Godfrey

Marie Schmitt

July 27, 2006

Mike--I had the privilege of knowing you through working with your family. I will always remember your sense of humor, and your incredible resilience. You fought the good fight! Your courage is an inspiration to me. You will be missed. It's farewell, but not goodbye! I am looking forward to the unclouded day! God's blessings and love to you, and the Rinaldi family.

John Stephenson

July 27, 2006

When I think of Mike Rinaldi it brings a smile to my face. When living in D.C. as a single guy and running around with Mike and others I got such a kick out of Mike's personal stories and ancectdotes about his day to day occurrences. Mike truly had a zest and vigor for life and we should all remember that and try to emulate those qualities. Like all of you I will miss Mike dearly. Enjoy your new home Mike. Peace and God Bless. John

Sanaz Limouee

July 26, 2006

I met Mike thru my brother (Saman)about 10 years ago. Before I knew it he was a friend to me and all of my friends as well. Mike was there for every get together with a smile, his sense of humor and a bottle of wine for the hostess.

Rinaldi family my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Bik Guliani

July 25, 2006

Mike was a swell 'cat' and he will truly be missed.

Nicole Heath

July 24, 2006

What can I say about Mike, Mike was a GOOD person. He had a beautiful heart. I met him thru mutual friends a few years back and even though, we did not talk in these last years, I will always miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. God Bless you Mike, you are soooo loved.

Jennifer Butler

July 24, 2006

I've known Mike since I moved here in '00 and he's a wonderful friend whom I'll miss greatly. His smile and commentary on life truly graced all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this most difficult time.

Rick Leith

July 24, 2006

My deepest sympathies to the Rinaldi family. My family sends our thoughts and prayers to yours.

Peter Feltman

July 24, 2006

Mike was the most friendly person here at work and we will all miss him very much. He knew so many people, and every person I know either seems to know Mike or, at most, knows someone who knows him. I saw Mike at a gathering in mid-May and was inspired by how optimistically he was dealing with everything happening, and I'll never forget the times I would hear a car horn and then see Mike waving from his SUV. He and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dan Donnellan

July 24, 2006

Mike was always a great friend. You could count on him for anything. I have so many found memories of Mike dating all the way back to the GMU days. We shared many funny and serious momemts together and will never forget them. We will miss you always and know that you are resting in peace!!

Jason Wynkoop

July 24, 2006

I met Mike through mutual friends a few years back and he will be missed. He was an enjoyable person to converse with and always in good spirits. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ann Marie Maloney

July 24, 2006

A party was always more fun with Rinaldi there. I never knew what he'd say next but it would always make me laugh. Mike, you will really be missed. Your family and friends are in my prayers.

Jim Hamilton

July 24, 2006

I had the pleasure of working with Mike at CCH and can speak to his dedication, and sense of humor, and his wonderful spirit. I will miss him a lot.

Ben Witorsch

July 24, 2006

Mike,

I'll always remember you as a fixture of my Mason years - a great conversationalist and always ready to party. I didn't see you to much in recent years, but it was always nice when I did. I know you will be dearly missed. Rest in peace, and sincerest condolences to your family.

Jeffrey Egan

July 24, 2006

My sympathies and condolences to the Rinaldi family. Mike, you will be greatly missed by your brother Bob. I met you through Bob and knew what an impact you had on his life. May God bless you.

Jeff Egan

Joan Schrauth

July 24, 2006

Mike was one of the first persons I met when working for CCH these past ten years. He was always a source of creative problem-solving, positive energy, ready wit, and someone you could talk to about anything. I admired his straightforward approach to life and his thoughtful and generous nature. I am saddened by his death, but will always remember and cherish the conversations we had about gardening, computer problems, hockey/soccer, finances, etc. He could always add the unexpected, in a good way, to a situation. I will miss him. My thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends.

Infusion Nurses

July 24, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rinaldi family. He will be missed.

From the 5North Infusion nurses and staff at Georgetown University Hospital's Lombardi Cancer Center.

Stacey Boyce

July 23, 2006

Mike,

I miss you so much already. I was so used to talking to you just about every day, my life won't be the same. Anyone who has known you knows what I mean. You will be missed. I love you!

JANICE HIGGINS

July 23, 2006

I WILL FOREVER CHERISH THE HOURS OF CONVERSATIONS WE HAD OVER THE LAST TWO YEARS. I WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU HAVE BEEN AN INSPIRATION TO ME AND THE DAY I GRADUATE AND AM WALKING ACROSS THAT STAGE I KNOW YOU WILL BE ONE OF MY BIGGEST CHEERLEADERS. KNOW THAT EVERY PATIENT I TAKE CARE OF WILL BE A TRIBUTE TO THE INCREDIBLE FRIENDSHIPS I HAVE WITH PEOPLE LIKE YOU. I LOVE YOU MY FRIEND AND WILL SEE YOU ONE DAY AGAIN.

Scott Granoff

July 23, 2006

Mike, You always had your own special way of doing everything. I'm grateful for all the years we worked together. You taught me so much and have a special place with my children too. I will continue to think of you everyday.

David Morales

July 23, 2006

Mike,

This world will not be the same without you in it. You will be kept in my heart forever. We can only aspire to be as good a person as you were. Farewell my friend...

Jeff Jeffrey

July 23, 2006

Michael was always a fun and dependable friend. I had the good fortune of living next door to him for the past five years. During those years, Michael was the guy who "reached out", whether to invite me over for dinner, a swim, or just to hang out with him in his office. I was always amazed at what he was up to next, be it his own artwork, new business procuring, Koi fish feeding, patriotic home decorating, skylight waterproofing, sangria making, complaining, or laughing histerically, all of which contributed to his uniqueness and reasons we admired him.

I'll always remember his first Christmas card sharing his thoughts of not imagining having a better neighbor than me, when it was I who go the far better end of neighbors.

Mike will always be in my heart and memories, and I am honored to have gained his friendship.

Constantine Mathios

July 23, 2006

Brother Mike, you were my close friend for many years and we shared many memorable, great moments....may you rest in peace and to the Rinaldi family, my deepest condolences.

Leroy (Lee) Conyers

July 22, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jami Kempf

July 22, 2006

I will miss Mike - our daily chats from when we worked together - he made me laugh alot, he had such tenacity and a strong will, and truly a powerful spirit - he was a dear friend.

Roysan Rotman

July 22, 2006

You were a pleasure and a joy even in the toughest of times. Thank you for bringing a smile to so many. We will miss you.

Bridget Owens

July 22, 2006

Mike, God Bless You! Ive grown up with you as my awesome neighbor.You were so nice to all the neighborhood kids and watched out for us and for that we thank you. Pine Spring will miss you. Love you.

Joseph Rotman

July 22, 2006

Mike Rinaldi was a great friend! It was always pleasurable to talk to Mike on the phone, hang out at GMU Basketball Games, or attend social events. Mike's sense of humor and wit are unparallelled. Even when he was not well, he maintained a great sense of humer to the end of his life and phone conversations with Mike were always something to look forward to.

I have great respect for Mike's business accomplishments as he was successful in business right after college. Learning curves did not apply to Mike at CCS. He had an incredibly strong will and he was not going to be denied success by anyone or anything.

Socially, Mike could fit in with just about any crowd and was versed on many topics and could go just about anywhere conversationally...usually including brilliant humor as he could inject a humorous zinger at will.

I will draw inspiration from my great pleasure of knowing Mike Rinaldi for the rest of my life.

Lastly, Mike was great with kids and would have been an awsome father down here on earth. However, he will be a superb father of his children in heaven.

Good Bless Mike and the Rinaldi Family!

Joe Rotman