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Michael LANCASTER Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

LANCASTER, Michael Lawrenceville, GA- Michael D. Lancaster, 55, of Lawrenceville, GA and Midlothian, VA passed away on June 12, 2013 at Henrico Doctor's Hospital in Richmond, VA after a long illness. Mike was born February 2, 1958 in Panama City, FL. He was the son of Barbara Helderman-Tardiff and Maxie D. Lancaster. Mike's early years were spent in Spain, California, and New Hampshire. He attended Keene State College, NH and graduated in 1979 from Perimeter College in Atlanta, GA with an Associate Degree in electronic engineering. Electronics were Mike's passion and the focus of his life. He was employed by Fisher Scientific as an in-house technician before entering the field of medical electronic technology with Roche Diagnostics and then cryosurgical products with CryoMedical Systems. He branched into electronic voice recognition with IntelliVoice prior to entering the field of diagnostic medical x-ray with Hologic. His most challenging position with ProVision Dental, where he traveled extensively worldwide to install and service their equipment, was ended unexpectedly in 2004 because of his illness. Mike's hobbies included radio control planes, scuba diving, and downhill skiing. He enjoyed cruises and traveled extensively. He was a movie buff, enjoyed reading, and was a diehard Atlanta Braves and Falcons fan. Mike loved nature and wildlife. He was devoted to his two beloved poodle companions, Dancer and Gilley. Mike was a thoughtful, loving, and generous person who, as his best friend Marc Konik once remarked, "Would give you the shirt off his back." He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Helderman-Tardiff of Chester, VA; and his father, Maxie D. Lancaster and his wife, Alice, of Pahrump, NV. Mike was predeceased by his step-father, Richard Tardiff; his maternal grandparents, James F. Helderman, and Harold and Mary Stokes Funderburk; and his paternal grandparents, Wallace and Carrie Gallman Lancaster. A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 6th, 11:00am in Glenn Springs Presbyterian Church, Glenn Springs, SC, officiated by Reverend Dr. B. E. Pettit. Interment of the cremains will be in the church cemetery immediately following the service. The family will then receive friends in the Family Life Center. The Reverend Gordon Mapes III of Chester Presbyterian Church in Chester, VA will officiate at A Time of Remembrance to be held in Mike's memory for the residents of Morningside at Bellegrade, 2800 Polo Parkway, Midlothian, VA on Friday, July 12th at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Glenn Springs Presbyterian Church Building Fund, P O Box 279, Pauline, SC 29374; or to any Wildlife Conservation group or humane society. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.JMDunbar.com. Dunbar Funeral Home & Crematory

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jul. 5, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael LANCASTER

18 Entries

Dr. B. E. Pettit

June 27, 2022

Now that your Mom and Daddy are with you along with my dear wife Geneva you should be rejoicing in that no pain or sadness should be there. Your Mom asked me to do her service. I did with her two freinds taking a moment for two to express some good words about her. Mark and Sheree were present along with the Glenn Springs Congregation. We miss you but know you are having a wonderful time.

Juanita Stinson

June 28, 2020

My Dearest Friend, These seven years have passed by so fast and your heart will never be the same. There is always the ache knowing that a part of you is no longer here. Each year gets easier to handle, however, the pain is always there. You will feel the pain, but you always have the wonderful memories and times of laughter. You had a lot of good times with Mike. You need to cling tightly to these, they will get you through every time. You are like a sister to me and my heart aches for you. You know how well I do understand what you are experiencing. Love you Dearly.

John Nemcik

January 12, 2018

I worked with Mike for many years at Roche Diagnostics and he was a great friend. We were on the cusp of computers becoming a home item and Mike was the original tech guy. He was very intelligent and everyone like him. His laugh was infectious. He loved animals and that always reflected in his personality. Mike will be missed!

Donna Stull

September 11, 2013

Mike and I dated for two years and in that time I believe I could have opened a Hallmark shop with the number of cards he had given me. Even thou Mike and I had gone our separate ways in life; he will always be near and dear to my heart. Mike was a true gentleman; he was kind, thoughtful and so very charming. Barbara when you read this please know that you raised your handsome son right. Barbara you are a friend who has been through so much, I just want you to know how very special you are to me and to God. He never gives us more than we can handle. But I think it's good to have someone to share with and to laugh and cry with. In the mean time when you close your eyes at night, know I'll tuck you in and kiss you good night. God loves you and so do I.

Martha Avent

July 19, 2013

So sorry to hear of Mikes passing. He was always a pleasure to talk to . Always had a wonderful smile that made me smile too . Mike you will be missed !

Jacquelyn Wieland

July 15, 2013

My dear Barbara,
After your note arrived, I did a little digging and I found the news you wanted to share with me. My heart fell reading about Mike. Our time together all those years ago was delightful, fun and playful. Skiing and shared time with Mike, you and Dick are some of my fondest memories of our time in CT. Years have flown by and for me he is forever in his 30's with his very dry wit and welcoming smile. May God comfort you in his hands as you work through the passing of Mike. I know how close the two of you have always been and how your heart must break. with love and prayers, Jackie

Cathy Hobbs Proffitt

July 14, 2013

Mike was a great and dear friend of mine. He accompanied me to my first Bruce Springsteen concert and we snorkeled with manatees in Crystal River, Florida. I met him when we both worked for Roche and it's hard to imagine a world without Mike Lancaster in it.

Jean Jennings

July 13, 2013

I worked with Mike at Trophy Radiology in Marietta from 1996-98. He was a wonderful person. He was always so kind and helpful to me.
One special memory was his joy when I made a carmel cake for him for his birthday at work. (Most employees had some form of chocolate and he didn't like chocolate.) He was delighted. He will be missed.

Bonnie Robertson

July 10, 2013

I will miss waiting on, and having a laugh with you Mike. You always had a smile, even on days that were no so good. God Speed Michael, I guess he needed you more . My prayers are with you ! Barbara,,, God Bless you ! You raised a fine Man ! My heart goes out to you. Im so Very Sorry.

michele stone

July 9, 2013

Mike will greatly be missed.we used to spends hours at night on porch chatting.Sincere sympathy goes out to you Barbara.He was a great man

Carolyn Morgan

July 6, 2013

The memorial service held at Glenn Springs Presbyterian Church today was such an inspiring tribute to my cousin, Mike. Thanks to everyone at the church for your hospitality, care, and concern. Love goes to my Uncle Maxie, Aunt Barbara, and Aunt Alice

July 5, 2013

Caring Canines Therapy Dogs members visited Michael the first and third Thursdays of each month at Morningside at Bellgrade. He would stay with us the entire hour to visit with each and every dog. We are so sorry to hear about his passing. We will miss seeing him each month. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Aleta Shelton
Director
Caring Canines Therapy Dogs

Dr. & Mrs. Bobby Earl Pettit

July 5, 2013

Dear Barbara, Thanks for the excellent description of Mike's life. He faced his sickness in a courageous way. We will miss him. His good deeds will remain as a reminder of how we are to share with others. You, Maxie, family and friends will be in our prayers. Our Love, Bobby and Geneva

July 4, 2013

A Reminiscence

YES, thou art gone! and never more
Thy sunny smile shall gladden me;
But I may pass the old church door,
And pace the floor that covers thee.

May stand upon the cold, damp stone,
And think that, frozen, lies below
The lightest heart that I have known,
The kindest I shall ever know.

Yet, though I cannot see thee more,
'Tis still a comfort to have seen;
And though thy transient life is o'er,
'Tis sweet to think that thou hast been;

To think a soul so near divine,
Within a form so angel fair,
United to a heart like thine,
Has gladdened once our humble sphere.

By Anne Bronte
The Poetry Foundation

July 4, 2013

Dear Barbara, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay focused on the incredible man who God allowed you to raise and bring into all of our lives. Remember Mike before his illness.

Ann Johnson

July 3, 2013

Dear Barbara and Maxie, My thoughts are
with you. I loved Mike, my computer always needed some fixing each time he was in Roebuck. What wil I do now? Oh such a special person like his parents.
My thlought and Prayers are with you just opens up old wounds....Love you so much.

Mary & Kostas Bosnos

July 2, 2013

Mary and I send our condolences to the family. We enjoyed Mike's visit to Pahrump NV and the good dinners we used to have. My best memory of Mike is when Mary was celebrating her 50th birthday and we had to surprise her and keep it a secret. Mike, his Dad,and I did a good job and she was very surprised. It was a good time. God bless him and May his memory be Eternal.

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