Michael William Sansbury

Mike and I shared an apartment in Kansas City while we were in a Management Training Program at the Westin Crown Center Hotel. Mike was always one step ahead of the rest of the group and admired for his maturity.

Mike Sansbury worked at The Carlton Hotel in Johannesburg South Africa. He was greatly respected. I got on really well with him,when I resigned from the Hotel, every day he would ask me if I am still happy with my decision, he was the only one who supported me in my decision. I enjoyed his sentence of humour. He was a true gentleman, with such dignity. [email protected]

To the family, friends and business associates who suffered the loss of Michael W. Sansbury in Auguest of 2008. I wish a belated heartfelt condolence for your loss.

I recently found myself in possession of a feasibility study for a luxury themed resort and spa he had written. I was in awe of his writing. In this study It read like a novel and was so set apart from so many studies that read like an unopened textbook.

I immediately tried to find him in hopes of meeting him...

I'm so very sorry for your sudden loss. Mike rented me my first apartment in Ithaca and toured my parents through the White House while he was there. He will always be a bright spot in my memories of Cornell and Washington, DC. With love to you all at this time and always.

I first met Michael during a crazy week of helping the Portofino get open. It was midnight and there were 3 of us trying to get a suite ready for the next day. I think Michael was in the tub cleaning it, when he introduced himself. I was amazed and impressed that the regional VP of Loews was willing to jump in and help. He was an amazing man who worked hard and could have a ton of fun in stressful and chaotic situations. I feel for his family and friends.

Mr. Sansbury was a mentor to me when I worked for him. I couldn't think of a better person to work for, and learn from. He was kind, and always positive. He supported my move to become a teacher, and I will never forget him.

Taylor, Ann, Mr. and Mrs. Sansbury and Tim:
I was sorely grieved on hearing of Mike's sudden passing. He was the best friend I had in high school and, though our contact lately has only been through occasional e-mails because of distance, I have so many memories of good times together. He had a joy of life that was inspiring and a sense of kindness and respect that was immeasurable. And, obviously, he was a devoted father---Taylor was what he talked of most. I am sure I cannot fully...

Mike was a great leader at the very 1st hotel I ever worked at in Detroit and he brought the A-Team (from Cornell) with him to lead the front desk and f/b operations. My sincere condolences to his daughter Tayler, Ann Marie and all the Humes family, as well as Mike's Mom, Dad, siblings, aunts, uncles, etc. Am certain he is now managing the "Big White House" above now!

A dear friend, who will be much missed, and whose influence and example will continue to shape my thoughts and actions for years to come...