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Michelle Petersen Obituary
Scottsdale, AZ. On May 26th 2015 M. Michelle Orgill- Petersen received the call to return home and begin her new assignment. Michelle leaves behind her loving daughter Danielle, husband Jeff, parents Gary and Dawn Orgill, sister and brother in law Kim and Frank Fleurquin, niece & nephew Jori and Josh Smith, as well as the newest family addition Kennedi. Everyone can rest assured that Michelle is in good hands in her new position. Michelle is being welcomed by her two other loving children, Nico and Angel, and she will reunite with her childhood mentor, her Grandma Orgill, who was just one of the many special people that played a major role in shaping Michelle into the person that we all knew and loved. Michelle leaves her past position with an amazing resume of success. She was an incredible mother and will forever remain a mentor to her daughter. She was a top-notch assistant to her two terriers Bella and Rupert who loved her and called her mom as well. And if we were being honest, her husband and best friend would tell you Michelle was easily the most feared competition in all of the regular family tournaments and competitions. She was passionate and driven in all of the many roles she filled. We will miss her commitment to philanthropy, her desire and commitment to train and help others succeed, her dedication and love of her close family and friends. She will be remembered for her hard work, innovative thinking, her smile, undying compassion, zest for life, and finally her commitment to making a difference in so many people's lives. So from all of us that have been so blessed to be a part of your last mission, we wish you a safe journey to the next. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family is honoring Michelle's wishes in asking friends and family to make a donation in her memory, to either the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale (www.bgcs.org/donate), or The Arizona Humane Society (www.azhumane.org).
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Memories and Condolences
for Michelle Petersen
Melissa Groff
January 13, 2018
I miss you my friend.
Haven Flanagan
June 25, 2015
I will never forget you. I am so blessed to have gotten to know you and share a brief period of time together. I will never eat something sweet without thinking of you first. You are so missed.
June 19, 2015
Dawn and Gary, We are thinking of you and your family at this terrible time. Susan Ashley and Bob Boschee
GAIL SHILLITO
June 17, 2015
Dawn, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter Michelle. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this heart-breaking time.
Gail Shillito
Sarah Curren
June 16, 2015
I can't tell you how many times I have wanted to call you to tell you things only you would understand and be able to laugh about. I miss your accute understanding of the world and how it worked. I miss laughing about things that most wouldn't understand. Remember when we had the best day of lives getting our hair blown out? Lol Remember, you Holly and I were going to start Serendipidous? I miss you, I love you, I am sorry you are gone.
Allen Weintraub
June 16, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. Love from The Weintraub's
M Lucente
June 12, 2015
I will always remember your beautiful and sincere smile. You made a difference in so many lives. Strength and hope to everyone who loves you.
Gerald & Toni Villa
June 12, 2015
Our condolences to the family. Michelle was such a beautiful,vibrant person. Her smile will be forever remembered. There are no words that can ease your pain and loss, just believe there is a greater plan. Her presence in heaven will be welcomed by many wonderful people we love. Rest in peace!
Linda Darnell
June 11, 2015
Dawn I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you daughter. My thoughts and prayers go with you and your family during this difficult time.
Robin Gatley
June 11, 2015
Michelle:
I am truly grateful to have had a friendship with you. You were a good friend that helped me in so many ways and I thank you for that. I enjoyed our many times together and will think of you always. God Bless you and your family. May God comfort you and watch over you eternally. I will miss you and never forget you.
Carol Knape
June 10, 2015
Dawn & Gary,
Len & I are so sorry to hear about Michelle's passing. Your hearts must be broken, but time and the grace of God will help the healing process.
Katie Boone
June 10, 2015
I was very blessed to have known and worked with such an amazing women. She couldn't help but make you smile and laugh. I am forever thankful to her for being such a fan of mine and believing in me and getting to work on the majority of her client accounts at DHR. Rest in Peace Michelle, you will always be remembered.
Cindy (Valero) Wamsley
June 10, 2015
May God bless you and watch over your during this very difficult time. I am so grateful to have known Michelle. She made a difference to so many and will be dearly missed. Rest in peace my beautiful friend...
Kana Chinasamy
June 10, 2015
Great friend, innovative, challenging
and a leader.
Susan Doloh
June 10, 2015
I am grateful to have known you Michelle, your smile, your kindness, your determination, your compassion will stay with me, rest in peace my friend!
Shelley Pospyhalla
June 8, 2015
oh my Michelle, your smile always bright, twinkle in your eyes, confidence in your step. I will miss you. Your memory lives on as a treasure.
Electa Pomeroy
June 8, 2015
Orgill Family: Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. If there is anything you need, please let me know.
Electa Pomeroy
Donna & Jeff Quackenbush
June 8, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. I wish I could take away your pain. Our prayers are with you.
Jeana
June 8, 2015
Heaven has gained one beautiful angel! That's for sure! So sorry for your loss and I pray that your memories live on forever! We were blessed to have the time we did with Michelle! Sincerely, The Zurbriggen family
Jennifer Hixon
June 8, 2015
Such tragic news. Heaven has received a beautiful lady. She will be greatly missed. Prayers to her family.
Shelly Koenig-McCully
June 8, 2015
My heartfelt condolences go out to you, Dawn and Gary. I have so many wonderful memories of playing softball with her growing up. Rest in Peace, Michelle.
Jackie Anshutz (Sheely)
June 8, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. A childhood friend that will always be remembered.
Schrieber Family
June 7, 2015
My condolences to Michelle's family & friends.
May she rest in eternal Peace.
Martha Du'Sage
June 7, 2015
Much love to the family. To Michelle, may you be at peace in your everlasting journey.
Kimberly Di Carlo -Moreno
June 7, 2015
My deepest condolences to her family. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Rest in peace Michelle.
christy Hunter-Morris
June 7, 2015
..Michelles presence always lit up the room and her spirit illuminated every soul she touched.
Steve & Melissa Groff
June 7, 2015
You are forever in our hearts and are missed more than words can ever say. Soar with the Angels and be at peace. We love you.
June 7, 2015
Our love and prayers to her family. Our world has experienced a great loss with the passing of our angle Michelle. She lead her to the fullest and pray that she is now sharing God's love. What a shock to read about her passing. Our love to all of you. Lloyd and Mary Lopez
Steve & Vicki Johnson
June 7, 2015
Our hearts are heavy to hear about Michelle. We knew her long ago. Softball days. Bless you all.
Myra Evans
June 7, 2015
Rest eternally Angel Michelle.
Myra Evans
June 7, 2015
My condolences to the family. I haven't seen Michelle since attending high school at Greenway. I am saddened to see she is gone but God and heaven have gained a beautiful Angel! Rest eternally Michelle.
The Lucente's
June 7, 2015
You will be missed! Rest in peace. Our sincerest condolences to Michelle's Family.
Tammy McClue Campbell
June 7, 2015
I am so sorry for your families loss. Michelle was so full of energy always. My prayers are with all of you.
anonymous friend
June 7, 2015
Rest in peace, you will be missed!
Kyla Twitchell
June 7, 2015
You will be missed by many... if you still love purple, may you forever find purple flowers on your new journey.
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