Michael J. Roussel

If Chef Mike got home a little late the day that Dr. King got killed.It is because he gave me a ride home that night.He being older and wiser then me and concern for my safty.The French quarter was not a safe place to work at times,but it was quiet that night.My prayers are with the family and Im so sorry for your loss,Mike was truly a Good man,With tears of Joy having work with him, Surge Sherman

I have also just heard of Chef Mike's passing. I had the pleasure of doing my Chef extern program there at Brennan's with Chef Mike. I learned a lot from him. I was only there a short while, but the fine tuning with herbs and spices and cooking styles was and is priceless education. He was very protective of me because I was the new girl with the kind face and heart. I appreciated him looking out for me and giving me the chance to come in and learn from the best! Sorry to hear he's gone....

It's 2012 and I'm sadly just now learning of Chef's passing. I have his cookbook after watching him on TV. What an inspiration he has been in my life. Love ya Chef.

Sandy in WV

I miss you, PawPaw, very much,
You gave my life a special touch;
You did get angry and you did get mad,
But when you were gone I was nothing but sad;
Now that you've left I feel there's nothing more,
A piece of my heart, I felt was torn;
I went to see you I really did try,
But I knew it would be our last good-bye;
I saw your Angel she opened my eyes,
Even since then, I'm not afraid to cry;
I carry your Angel here by my side,
It is in her,...

All who believe in God's mercy and grace...Will meet their loved ones face to face..Where time is endless and joy unbroken..And only the words of God's love are spoken..With deepest sympathy on your loss...a friend

I have just heard of the passing of Chef Mike, and am deeply saddened. A few years back my brother and I went to New Orleans after seeing, (and taping!) Chef Mike on PBS. Our first night there we dined at Brennan's and since it was my brothers birthday, I asked if the Chef would sign a birthday card for him. Well, he not only signed it, but he hand delivered it to him at our table! My brother was floored and so was I! I will never forget how very gracious and kind he was as he signed my...