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Michael Wakefield Obituary

Michael E. Wakefield, age 59, passed away suddenly on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020 at Tulane Hospital. He was raised on the Todd Family Farm in Campbell, Missouri, driving tractors, bucking bales of hay, and picking fruit. He attended the Campbell Schools and Arkansas State University, where he played the trumpet and trombone. He was a member of the Hilton Honors Team for 20 years in senior management. He was a Presbyterian, world traveler, bridge player, farmer, dog lover, New Orleans Saints fan, and friend to many. Michael is survived by longtime friend of 35 years, Ron C. Bimes of New Orleans, the extended Bimes Family, and close friend, 99 years young Marjorie Stevens of Omaha, Nebraska. He is also survived by three sisters and Todd Family descendants. Services will be private. Go NFL, Michael!

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 28 to Nov. 30, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Wakefield

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12 Entries

Ava and Charles Romair

November 22, 2024

Another year has passed without Michael and I know so well, the sun rises, the moon sets another day another year. It just doesn't seem that long ago you were both living here in New Orleans, playing cards, cheering the Saints, LSU, sometimes Texas, fun memories with such a loving, kind man. ZsaZsa still stops at your old condo and looks up at the door sensing something is still wrong, looking for her brother Will and Michael. God has blessed you with the precious time you had with Michael and now that you have moved back to your hometown even more blessed with Michael watching over. Miss you Much! Miss Michael's presence, love always Ava and Charles Romair

Ava and Charles Romair

November 22, 2023

We can't believe it has been three years since he passed. Not a day goes by that I am not thinking of Michael is love for life, his dog Will and of course his girl ZsaZsa. I look down at your condo, my heart aches for your loss and how I miss Michael but most of all you Ron. May GOD give you the Peace that you desire. Love Always, Ava and Charles Romair

Ava and Charles Romair

November 22, 2021

There is not a day that goes by that when I look down at the Condo or look at our ZsaZsa that Michael comes into my heart and mind. I miss his kindness, sweetness his love for the Saints and of course Ron. This past year just was not the same. He is missed, Love always, Ava and Charles

Joanne Cagnoni

January 24, 2021

I was shocked at the passing of Michael. We have been friends for many years and shared some great times when together in Pensacola Beach; as well as in New Orleans.
So glad we were neighbors at LaBahia.
After Randy passed away due to agent orange exposure in Vietnam Aug 31, 2016, losing my sister May 2015 ..cancer, and my oldest brother July 2015.
I have decided to move back.
But remember having great friends like you.
I am here for you Ron, and always will be. You and Mike have always been kind, caring, and giving to us. I want to give back.

Michael may be gone, but he will always be in our hearts.
May God give you peace in this great time of sorrow and need.
Love, Joanne

Joanne Cagnoni

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Joanne

November 30, 2020

I was greatly sadddned at the sudden passing of Michael.
As I was plannjng to move back to my condo in Gulf Shores July 2021.

Aftdr Randy passed in 2016, Ive greatly missed seeing best friends there. Especially Michael and Ron.
However, he will always remain in my memory.
My deepest condolences to Ron.

Although he may no longer be with us, he will forever remain in our lives and hearts.Thank God for the great times and memories we shared together.
God bless, and may He take care of you in your time of grief.
For He listens to your voice and heart.
Joanne Cagnoni
And Randy, too

Jim and Carol Bimes

November 29, 2020

May God bless you and comfort you. We always enjoyed talking with Michael. He was always so friendly. He will be sadly missed.

Kim Mckinley

November 29, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We feel so blessed to have known Michael. In our visits to New Orleans, Michael always greeted us with such hospitality in his beautiful hotel in which he was so proud. We loved visiting with Michael and Uncle Ron. We will love you and miss you.

AVA romair

November 28, 2020

Ron: No words can express my deepest sorrow over the sudden death of Michael. Over the years as your neighbor, no one could be a better friend to Charles and I. We cherish the Saturday morning breakfast, the LSU and Saints football parties at the collage of different condos and even more his generous spirit and just an amazingly kind man. I will especially cherish him coming to walk ZsaZsa on the weekends, his love for Will and her. There are no words to express. I knew Michael's heart of kindness to all so, " JOB WELL DONE GOOD AND FAITHFULL SERVANT" till we meet again in God's Paradise. Prayers for you and his family, May Mary the Virgin Mother send her Grace of Peace to help you down this road you must travel. Always, Charles and Ava Romair

Bengee Hively

November 28, 2020

Michael was amazing guy with a heart of gold. He loved to joke and have fun and I will miss him terribly. Till we meet again!

Cathy Elisar

November 28, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Saints of God, come to Michael’s aid!
Come to meet him, angels of the Lord!
May Christ who called him take him home; may angels lead him to our parents side!
Give eternal rest, O Lord; and may your light shine upon him, forever!
Receive his soul and present him to God; present this soul to God most high. Amen!

Patrick Davis

November 28, 2020

What a sweet fellow who is missed by all who were fortunate to know him. A beautiful life!

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