Mike-Kennedy-Obituary

Mike Kennedy

Roanoke Valley, Virginia

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Mike Kennedy died on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, in Roanoke, Va. He was 58 years old, and owned MTA (Motorcycle Tires & Accessories) in Roanoke. He is survived by his sister, Karen Kennedy, of Lynchburg, and her son, Hunter Kennedy Lyng, of Sandy, Utah; a beloved daughter, Erin Michele Burch and...

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Lived at Mike's place at the end of main street Lynchburg. What a bunch we were. A good man, always had your back. We'll ride together again, my friend. Great photo Linda.

I was just reminiscing about Mike with one of his homeboys. Brotherhood 4 ever. Miss ya Miguel.

My deepest sympathy go to the friends and family of Mike. Even though I have only known Mike for two years, I feel a deep sorrow for the loss of a friend.

I am saddened to learn of Mike's passing from a mutual friend.
I very much hate that I lost touch in a time that no one should, I still am guilty.
I remember riding bikes with Mike on the Blue Ridge and going riding from Greensboro to Roanoke just to get a cherry cheesecake from the New York Pizza.
I remember listening to his time in Vietnam and his racing.
I remember learning to be his pit crew when I could and going to Lynchburg and Daytona and ....
I remember...

I'll remember of all the good times in the Roanoke shop. Someone I loved to ride with over the past 21 years. I can still hear his laugh. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's family.

Like everyone, it’s so sad to think of Mike’s passing. Visiting Mike at his shop, riding with, or just hanging out with him was almost always something to remember. He was a fun loving, free spirit that would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. He has my deepest respect for his combat service to this country, the laughter he brought to many, his authenticity, his entrepreneural spirit, and friendship. I will always smile when I remember him.

My sincere thoughts...

I was shocked and saddened to hear that Mike had passed. I've known Mike for 20+ years and he was always the same. He loved motorcycles and that was a passion that we shared. He will be missed. Godspeed Mike.

mike would come to the deli at least once maybe twice a week to get chicken salad always the chicken he would say can i get some saltines jamie! then it would be bike talk or costa rico stories what a character always a story the best thing was mike just wanted people to ride no matter what he was on that day hey man take it around the block new or old he will be sadly missed truly one of a kind.

I was shocked and saddened to learn that Mike had passed on, he was a wonderful, knowledgable person who knew his way around a bike. He always treated me kindly and answered all questions, that I asked of him, I only knew him for a short while, only meeting him through a mutual friend, but his memory will stay with me for a while. The family has my deepest sympathy.