Michael "Applegate Mike" Schlender

Mike. I just found out today that I lost a good friend..YOU! I knew you were sick, just never expected you to leave us. You were a Maverick, a special friend always there for me so many times I can't count bailing me out of another busted up truck. The Ambulance of mine was your pride and joy project. Never forget you my friend. Your warmth will fill my heart forever. I promise to pass on the practice of helping the helpless. Love Kent Rogne

Mike was a life saver and great friend for me and my two boys(young men now)...I was alone with 2 babies, forced to stay at Applegate Motel, when I woke up the first morning there, I was going to go and get assistance in town and my car wouldn't start...Mike came over and tried to help me for no charge. He ended up not being able to fix it due to the new computer stuff involved, but he found someone to help me and he and I became great friends. I will never forget going out one New Year's Eve...

Mike truly was someone you would never forget once you met him. I used to wait on him at Giovanni's and he always had a smile and a laugh for whoever he was with. He was one of the good ones. Laura, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know what it's like to lose a father, and just before Christmas, too. Time will help, cherish the memories, and know that he is watching over you still.

To my dearest friend Mike ,we shared a lot of special years.We had a lot of fun putting big thankgiving dinners on for our friends that had no where to go.I love you and will miss you thanks for all the special memories.I remember teaching Laura to waitress,such a special daughter.Im so proud of her .love Diana stark known as DiDi to michael

Thankyou for all the great times we had at your home. Your kindness and friendship will always be remembered.

Erik

You were the best "Boss" Ever! 14 years just doesn't seem long enough time to get to know someone,until you work with them. Mike was old school like i was, when it came to repairing Automobiles. He was even better when it came to people.I learned alot from you "Boss". Thank You for everything......

Dad you will be greatly missed by My family and so many others! You are truly an inspiration! You are such a tough man and gave it a good fight. I am so proud of you and very proud to call you my Dad! Thank you so much for all you have taught me! I feel blessed to have had you in my life. I will will miss you so much..Help guide me in the days ahead I will look for your signs.... till we see each other again.

My awesome friend Mike. I will always remember the best days of my life!! They were spent with you. You are one of a kind. I was a lucky guy, knowing you, and your family. My smiles from are days together, will never go away. Man we had hella fun!! I miss you! And will always luvya. Thaxs for being a big part of my life!! Alohas my friend, And Bop-Bop--Mow Mow...Mak Mckay