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1994
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2021
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Michael Carson Obituary
From one perspective, Michael's life could be seen as a long history of drug use that began in early adolescence, became more severe and dangerous over the years, and never really let go of him. Physical injuries, an unfinished college education, prison and the obstacles that face those released from prison characterized the second half of his life.
From a different perspective, Michael's struggles with depression and the effects of trauma never threw up barriers between him and his friends, many of them life-long. His love and support for them in their own struggles never faltered and was a theme of every conversation between the family and friends after his death.
Michael enjoyed good food and worked as a cook at several restaurants around Athens. He loved animals, especially cats and dogs, and was a serious student of botany as well as a collector of morel mushrooms. His enthusiasm for tattoos knew no bounds other than the boundaries of his own body. He also enjoyed travel, camping, and making sure that the Smiling Skull always had at least one patron.
Michael is survived by his parents; sister, Olivia; grandmother, Ann Jacobs; step-grandmother, Donna Jacobs; aunt, Sylvia Johnson; uncle, Douglas Jacobs; cousins, Rachel (Thomas Winslow Harris) and Elizabeth Jacobs; and second cousins Kathryn, Bruce, and Joshua Harris.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Donald and June Carson; grandfather John Walter Jacobs; and cousin Raymond Jacobs.
Arrangements are entrusted to Hughes-Moquin Funeral Home, where friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guest book or leave a message of sympathy for the family at www.hughesmoquinfuneralhome.com.
There will be a Requiem Mass at St. Paul's Catholic Church (38 N. College Street) on Saturday, Nov. 20, at 11 a.m., Rev. Fr. Mark Moore celebrant. Mass will be followed by final commendation at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery and a reception in the parish hall of Christ the King Catholic Church (141 Mill Street). Michael Carson
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Jon Baker
December 11, 2023
Miss the hell out of you, man. Love you.
Ralph
November 11, 2023
Love ya Mikey
Nancy Roth
December 10, 2021
Please know that my son, Joe Roth, was a friend of Michael. Joe always spoke affectionately of him. It has taken me a while to write to you because Joe died, also of an accidental overdose, on October 2. There are no words. I just wanted to reach out.
James Petrik
November 20, 2021
Dear Olivia, Lisa, and Scott,
Reading the comments of others here and in social media, it is clear that Michael was a great source of support for the many who enjoyed his company. For my part, I remember occasions my son Matt came home from high school recounting how Michael had made him laugh with some quick-witted comment or silly take on an assignment. I also remember Michael's talent in playing Apples to Apples, where his ability to see funny and tenuous associations always spoke to me. Unfailingly and unwittingly, I always wound up choosing the card he had selected.
All our hearts are restless, Augustine reminds us, until they rest in God's tender embrace. Even as we acknowledge the challenges in Michael's life and recognize that his heart had its full measure of restlessness, it is with confidence we trust that one who brought such joy to others will now have his own restless heart fulfilled.
James Petrik
Daniel Lopez
November 20, 2021
Sending my deepest condolences to Michael and his family.
David Lopez-Kurtz
November 20, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. May Michael’s memory be a blessing and may your family find peace.
Gabe Lopez
November 20, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Michael was always smiling making jokes with friends in the hallways between classes. Always a friendly nice guy. He will be missed
Joy and Sergio López
November 20, 2021
With loving sympathy.
Rae Ann
November 19, 2021
I am sad to hear about Michael.I loved seeing him at market sometimes with friends a lot with his parents he always knew the flowers he wanted to help carry.He had a great smile and sense of humor.
Ralph Kelsey
November 18, 2021
Love ya Mikey
Erin Lucas
November 18, 2021
Holding you up in thought and prayer. May you be comforted as you grieve, remembering how his life brought light to others, even in his own darkness.
Bonnie CARROLL
November 18, 2021
Dear Scott, Lisa and Olivia,
My heart aches for you, for years past and for this tragic ending of Michael's life. As he is now at peace, may you also know the peace of God that passes all understanding.
Lora Holland Goldthwaite
November 17, 2021
A brief light, wonderful to behold, and forever loved.
Sarah Kennedy
November 17, 2021
Michael never failed to bring a smile to my face. FUNNY, smart, forward, confident, polite, and oh so lovable. I enjoyed being in his presence. I loved seeing him laugh with his friends. He sure was his own man and everyone's man. What a guy! I am truly thankful to have known Mikey. Peace to all experiencing this loss.
Donna Macy
November 17, 2021
The day Michael was born, I know angels danced with joy. I know our hearts danced with joy as well. Until we are together again, you will live with us here in our hearts, our minds and our memories. You are loved. Be at peace, sweet boy.
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