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Bill Murray
June 5, 2025
I think of Mike often-what a shame it is that he left us all too soon. We served together in the 2/110 FA, and shared the kind of bond that only comes from those early years in uniform. We hung out together doing the crazy stuff young soldiers do-ruck runs, rappelling, rock climbing. Those are some of my favorite memories with him. He was a great friend and is deeply missed.
Taz
May 29, 2025
Still here thinking of you. Will never forget the talk you gave me that night before deployment. Till we meet again my friend.
Jack Crowley
December 25, 2024
Brother, you touched my life, and your comrades, in a meaningful way. DE oppresso liber!
Mike
May 28, 2024
We were thinking of you this weekend Mike. You are missed.
MSG (Ret) Chuck Travers
May 28, 2024
I was thinking of you yesterday Hump. Till we meet again.
Scott
May 27, 2024
Thinking of you on this Memorial Day Mike
Rest in Peace
God Bless you
Shanie
May 24, 2024
Happy Birthday Dad.
Tracey Humphreys, if you see this I´d like to connect with you. [email protected]
Dawn Schattenberg
March 24, 2024
Hey Mike. Just wanted to let you know, I miss you. So much. I'm doing fundraising for military members and veterans in your honor.
MSG (Ret) Chuck Travers
December 24, 2023
Thinking of Hump, Stephanie and Shanie today. Till we all meet again in heaven. Much love. Merry Christmas.
MSG Ret Chuck Travers
December 24, 2021
Thinking of you Mike. Hard to believe it´s been almost 20 years. Wishing Stephanie and Shanie a blessed and Merry Christmas. You are the strength of our nation.
Carin & Donna
December 24, 2021
Stephanie & Shanie, you are in our thoughts this holiday season. Love, Carin & Donna
Stephanie
December 24, 2021
Michael, you are loved and missed so much. I miss your smile, your laughter and your warmth. You were a light in this dark world. Merry Christmas in heaven.
Scott
July 18, 2021
Hi Mike
It has been a while
Just thinking of You
God Bless You Brother
Stephanie
December 25, 2020
This is to you Shanie, our beautiful babygirl. Dad would be proud to say that you have his eyes, his brains, his personality and charm. Also that you have no regard for persons - you equally hate everyone except a select few just like him. Lmao. Half of him is alive in you and when you look or act a certain way, I still see him. You are my prayer answered, Always remember the story, I heard your voice in a dream before you were even born. You are our gift from God. You are loved beyond measure, loved more than words could ever express. I know the years don’t get easier not having Michael here. I wish there was a way I could shield you from this pain and give you peace. I can’t, but I know the one who can and I lift you up in my prayers every day. I thank God for you. You are my sunshine, my daughter and best friend. You saved my life in my darkest hour. God has Michael safe until we get there. It’s ok to cry and miss him but don’t be angry. Don’t carry that weight. It’s much too heavy for the road ahead. Your best days haven’t happened yet. Be happy while you can, life is so short. I love you princess.
Love
Mom
MSG (Ret) Chuck Travers
December 24, 2020
Thinking of Stephanie and Shanie this time of year. I have continued to pray for both of you and for Michael for all of these years. Wishing both of you a blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year. We miss you Hump. Thank you for your friendship. Please pray for us down here.
Shanie with her brand new Jeep
Stephanie Humphreys
December 26, 2019
Shanie and gram
Stephanie Humphreys
December 26, 2019
Shanie and Noah
Stephanie Humphreys
December 26, 2019
Stephanie
December 26, 2019
Michael,
As Shanie and I sat and shed tears last night, we prayed and I thanked God, as I do so often, for the wonderful gift of Shanie. Perhaps that was your mission in life, to help bring her into this world. She is a true beauty, inside and out, but boy does she act like you! We love you and are missing you, as always.
MSG (Ret) Chuck Travers
December 24, 2019
Thinking of you today Hump.
MSG (Ret) Chuck Travers.
NCOIC PRT GARDEZ
OEF-III 2003-2004
May 27, 2019
Thinking of you today Hump. Thanks for the beer in Gardez. See you again someday.
MSG (Ret) Chuck Travers.
NCOIC PRT GARDEZ
OEF-III 2003-2004
SSG Mike Houston Tx
May 25, 2019
SSG Mike
May 21, 2019
Miss you Papa Smurf!
You would be so proud ❤
Shanie Humphreys
June 1, 2018
2018
Shanie Humphreys
June 1, 2018
July 6, 2017
Shanie,
I served with your Dad in Gardez, I was the NCOIC for the PRT. Your Father was a good man, he was kind and I respected him. I am so sorry. I hope you are doing well. Feel free to email me if you would like to know my memories of serving with your Dad in Gardez.
MSG (Ret) Chuck Travers
[email protected]
Tracey Humphreys
December 29, 2016
Michael, I can't believe the time that has passed and all the changes that have come. I will never forget this day, as you know this is also Alyssa's birthday. I remember the night before this horrible day just like it was yesterday. Me, you and your friend at Applebee's having drinks and just enjoying each other's company, talking. I even spoke to you later that night when you went to work. We made plans for Christmas and I was going to visit Granny's grave with you??? I think I miss you the most when I need someone to talk to. You were my best friend and I could tell you anything and everything without judgment. I miss that the most - the friendship we had. A friendship that's different than a girl/girl friendship. You gave me the male side of things and didn't hold anything back - I miss your honesty. I feel myself mourning and grieving you more and more as the years pass by. I don't think I have allowed to grieve because I was angry with you and I'm still angry. I love you Michael - always have, always will. Til we meet again, I'll be missing you.
Dawn Schmidt
December 27, 2016
"There's not a day that passes by the pain has not amassed inside."
On December 28, 2004, I woke up as I do every morning. Everything about my life was the same as the day before. All save for one thing. You were gone. I walked to the Farm Store across from my house, not far from the armory where you worked and where I had first met you because you worked with my cousin. I still swear to this day as I walked in that door you walked out of the other, but disappeared when you made it to the side. I know because I walked around the building to find you, you were gone. They say that people will sometimes see a loved one before they move on, and I choose to believe that was true in this case. You smiled at me, you looked at peace so I know you were moving on. I miss you. So much.Sometimes, I hear Cole Swindell and instantly I cry because you, pop pop and aunt audrey should all be here. You are forever going to be my hero, I can not thank you enough for your sacrifice so that I could live freely in this cruel world, and you will forever be my hero.
Carin
May 26, 2016
Stephanie & Shanie, I didn't know you back then, but I'm fortunate to know you both now. And, though I didn't know Mike either, I'm sure he's proud of you both. xoxo, Carin
Tracey Humphreys
May 25, 2016
Happy Birthday Michael........miss you!!
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Shanie Humphreys
December 8, 2015
It's been 11 years and I wish I could've known what your conversation was like. When I'm having a bad day at school I wish i could just call you. Everyday is a struggle for me but I learned to persevere. I always feel you telling me to keep going and to grow through what I go through. This year was the second Out of the Darkness suicide awareness walk. I miss and love you dearly.
Mike Mueller
October 19, 2015
Mike,
It's been 12 years this month that you took the time to take me aside at Ft. Bragg and help ease my worries about the situation I was in. I'm not sure if I ever thanked you enough for the advice and guidance.
I remember talking to you a few days before Christmas "that year" and I can't help wonder if I missed something in our conversation. I'm sorry I never got to return the favor.
I never did go back to the unit and not a day goes by that I don't think about that and how if you were still here you would have talked me back in.
Until Valhalla Brother.
Tracey Becker
November 21, 2014
Michael, it's been almost 10 years and it still doesn't feel right. I still wish I could just pick up the phone and give you a call about all of lifes changes. Jimmy's daughter will be starting school next year and now Alyssa is expecting her first! You've missed so much, but are always in our thoughts and still missed by many!! Until we meet again my friend, I'll be missing you!!!
Michael Crowley
November 17, 2014
Hey Michael, it's been 10 years and I haven't forgotten you; especially during this Veterans Day week. Thank you for your friendship and service. It was an honor and privilege to have served with you. Peace and blessings.
SFC M.G. "Jack" Crowley (Vet.)
Russell Myers
November 19, 2013
Missing you brother!
Traci Becker
December 31, 2012
Another year without you - thought it would get easier, but it doesn't. I miss you my friend.
Maxine Journey
October 29, 2012
YOUR memory will always live on/gone but not forgotten.
Maxine Journey
October 29, 2012
Mike...wow...you are so very missed. As steph said there is not a day goes by you are not thought of in some way. It is hard not too...cuz your baby girl is all grown up and looks so much like you!!!!! She is so beautiful and is so smart, Definitely is a mix of Mike and Stephanie:)As the holidays approach us once again..we are reminded of a big void in the life of YOUR TWO girls...ONE day we will see you again. NO more pain...no more tears. can't wait. RIP ..love you.
Shanie Humphreys
October 28, 2012
Hey Dad your really on My mind and heart today<3
Stephanie Humphreys
October 8, 2012
Michael, Just a cool, cloudy fall morning. Got you on my mind as usual. Dropped Shanie off at school this morning and now making a list of errands to run. One of them is to stop by and get a brass plate engraved for a memorial angel that Shanie has. You just wouldn't believe how tall she has grown. I know if you were here, she would still be batting those beautiful blues at you to get her way :) and you'd still be giving in. How I miss you every single day. It's amazing after all this time, it never gets easier not having you here. Forever loving and missing you. Your brother Jason is getting married next month. We are looking forward to seeing the family and spending a few days in North Carolina for Thanksgiving. Wish you were here, love.
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Stephanie Humphreys
May 25, 2012
Michael,
We love you with all our hearts. If words could only express how very much you are loved and missed. On your birthday, we celebrate the "gift" of you. Rest in peace, love. Kisses to heaven and HAPPY BIRTHDAY.
Alyssa & Jimmy Humphreys
May 25, 2012
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHAEL - WE MISS YOU!
Traci Becker
May 24, 2012
Happy Birthday Michael!!!
Scott Reynolds
April 29, 2012
Mike, I think of you often.
You were one of the good ones.
RIP, you have earned it.
Traci Becker
December 29, 2011
Wow - Can't believe it's been 7 years - still feels like yesterday that you left us. I miss talking with you - you've missed so much, but I know you are watching over everyone you love. RIP my dear friend......
Stephanie Humphreys
December 3, 2011
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and miss you. In everything I do, you are always with me. I always see you in our daughter's eyes :) I miss you and love you more than words can ever express. There is none like you babe. I was the lucky one, to have your love. May you rest in peace among the angels. I love you.
Neil Campbell
December 2, 2011
Hey Bub,
Just wanted to say hey, you crossed my mind today. I'm sure you're standing watch at Heavens gates. Miss you brother
Traci Becker
May 26, 2011
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHAEL!!!
February 22, 2011
Hey Mike. Got some free time this morning so I figured I would write you once more. As I try and do often. I miss you more then anything right now; especially when I need someone to talk to. Because let’s face it; you’re one of the few people I could actually talk to and you wouldn’t say anything to anyone. God it’s been six; long years; and the pain still there; still feels like yesterday when I got the phone call. So much has changed but the love for you still remains; you were definitely a hero; and someone I still look up to. I miss you bud. I’ll write again soon. Promise.
-miss and love you; dawnie.
Tracey Becker
December 30, 2010
Michael - Wow, I can't believe 6 years has passed - sometimes it feels like yesterday. So much has changed and Jimmy and Alyssa are so grown up. They miss you and talk about you often. I wish so much that you were still here to share the special moments in our lives and your daughter's. Miss you so much! RIP Michael.
Ann/Jerry Clark
December 28, 2010
Mike - so much has changed but missing you is not one of them. We think of you often.
Dawn Schmidt
December 27, 2010
As the tears begin to fall, I remember you. I remember your laugh, and that pretty smile. Which I see reflected in my beautiful little cousin. God, she is so beautiful, and how she looks like you. Every time we look at her, we not only see this already strong and independent girl, we see her father. We see how she is courageous, and strong willed she is like you. God, I remember when she was what, two, or so, and you picked me up after your shift at the Armory, and we went to the house, Stephanie was there. You started throwing Shanie’s stuff animals down the stairs. “Booms away!” at me. While I was standing on the bottom talking to Stephanie. I looked up. “Michael!” and you yelled out special word. Tootles. And ran in to your room, Shanie was asleep. So me and Stephanie attacked you with pillows. Ha. Great memory!. I miss you so much. And it is no easier today, the pain we all feel since you left. I will never, ever forget you, and how you took me to friendly’s for ice cream when I was younger for Valentines day with Steph. You were taken way to soon, but you will never ever be forgotten only missed until we all see you again one day. You loved my cousin so passionately like no one else could, and I am thankful she got to know what true love was, and that you gave us all such a precious gift. Shanie. And she will always know what a great man and hero her father was. I love you Mike, and I miss my best friend.I'll write again soon.?
Jose Bulls
December 27, 2010
Mike, I still remember our last encounter and how you and Zink were happy when I helped you guys out with your computers. You were a good soldier. God Bless.
Reg & Debra Hamlin
December 27, 2010
Mike, you are sorely missed by family and friends but we know we all will see you again. From a veteran and his wife, we salute you. RIP Mike
Stephanie Chaney
December 27, 2010
Mike, its been 6 years today, yet sometimes feels like it was yesterday. You are missed more than words could ever express. Your baby girl is getting so big. She truly is a gift. RIP Michael. Love you forever.
Shanie Humphreys
December 27, 2010
Your beautiful ice princess :)
Dawn Schmidt
December 26, 2010
To days, two days from now, makes six years since we lost you.. R.I.P Sergeant First Class, Michael w. Humphreys. Lost but never forgotten, loved but never loathed. I miss you my friend!
Stephanie Chaney
November 25, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving my forever love. We miss you so much. Thanksgiving is not the same without you. Love, your girls
MAXINE JOURNEY
September 23, 2010
MIKE, I am with so many others you are forever on my mind..you have such a beautiful daughter..so smart! she is so strong willed and never gives up:) She is the splitting image of her daddy and mommy..You would love to see Isaac in his guard uniform..he does look handsome..We are still lookin out for steph and shanie..always and forever THE JOURNEY FAMILY
Mike Unger
September 20, 2010
Rest easy Mike and may god keep you and those you love close to his heart.
Stephanie Chaney
September 20, 2010
Mike, stopped at Gunpowder the other day and went to the cross where your dog tags hang and sadly some others have been added, but you already knew since they are with you. missing and loving you so much babe. you are so heavy on my heart today..just like so many other days..wish i could see you and have your arms around me. i hope somehow you can feel my love that is forever in my heart. i love you michael.
Dawn Schmidt
June 27, 2010
Dear my beloved Mike. I miss you more then words could say. I still miss the view of the sun shining on your sweet face... You were the brother I never had, and you gave me one of the most, beautiful intelligent, loving cousins in this world. I think of you often and miss you everday, but I know, I'll see you some day!. Tootles! Our special word.
Stephanie Humphreys
June 19, 2010
Wish's Heaven had a phone so I could hear your voice again.. I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories and a picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake from which I'll never part. God has you in his arms, I have you in my heart.
Traci Becker
May 26, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHAEL !!!!!
Traci Becker
March 23, 2010
Well Michael, Jimmy became a Dad on Monday, March 8th - Taytum Renee Humphreys came into the world - 6 lbs 4 oz, 19 1/4 inches born 5:36 p.m. - he sure is a "Proud Papa" - you would be so proud of him and I know he would have loved to share the excitment with you. You are missed everyday.
Stephanie Humphreys
February 1, 2010
BB (bubble butt), You will never know how much you are missed. I'll never forget the night you took me out to celebrate a special occasion and you took me back up to Gunpowder and made
me sleep on the Commander's couch only to be woken up by Rich the next morning with bright lights in my face....I was not a happy camper! LOL.....good times. Love ya babe :)
Your favorite girls
Stephanie Humphreys
February 1, 2010
Maxine Journey
January 29, 2010
I will say once again ..Michael aka Mike..you are missed by all who knew you. There is never a day that has went by that you are not thought of. Your girl..shanie ..One beautiful, compassionate, smart, strong young lady. She is beautiful. But then again..Look at who her parents are?
Traci Becker
January 28, 2010
Wow, what a difference a year makes. Alyssa is in her first year at Carroll and working hard at Carroll Lutheran. Jimmy is expecting a baby girl in March, right around his 21st Birthday. I can't believe it. I can hear your mouth now teasing me about becoming a "grandmother" - LOL. But, it would be great to hear you and I would surely welcome it. I miss you, rest in peace!
Ann Clark
July 6, 2009
Dear Mike:
Jerry and I were talking about you a few months ago - You were a good soul. Loved your family and loved your country. Shanie has definitely grown - she still looks like you but I can definitely see Steph in her now. You would have been so proud.
Stephanie Chaney
May 29, 2009
Mike, this was the first year that Shanie made you a birthday cake. She made a heart shaped cake and some cupcakes too. She decorated them by herself and we put a candle in the cupcake when we woke up on the 26th and we gathered around the table and sang Happy Birthday. She talks about you just about every day. She amazes me every day with her big heart and strong sense of character. She truly is a gift! Dan came to see me not too long ago and he gave me a book he has been working on for years in your memory. So many people's lives you touched. We will always keep your spirit alive and you remain in our hearts forever. With love, Steph
Maxine Journey
January 24, 2009
Mike...you are truely missed by all who knew and loved you..Shanie is amazing!!! Gifted, talented and most definitly beautiful. She is the image of you and steph..definitly head strong and determined...:)
Tracey Humphreys-Becker
December 16, 2008
Getting ready for the holidays and thinking of you....
Tracey Humphreys
September 24, 2008
So much time has passed, so much has happened, so many new memories you have missed. I really wish you were still here with us. You were my best friend and are missed so much. Jimmy has grown into a nice young man and Alyssa is in her last year of high school. Where did the years go?? I think of you often and miss you terribly. Please continue to watch over all of us. Rest in Peace. I love and miss you......
Maxine Journey
May 28, 2008
Mike you are truely missed! Gone but never forgotten! love ya the JOURNEY family...Shanie looks just like you, she is one beautiful young lady. Smart too!
Tracey Humphreys
May 27, 2008
Happy Birthday.....you still are truly missed by so many. Rest in Peace. I miss you so much.
Stephanie Humphreys
January 3, 2008
Mike, another year has come and gone - wow how time flies yet some things still feel like they happened yesterday. Our little girl is getting so big. She is an honor roll student. She started indoor soccer and she loves it. She can run! She's still working on ball control though - lol She wants a new hairstyle everyday and is little miss fashion diva. She has a very sensitive spirit and this Christmas she prayed for kids who didn't have any toys to open on Christmas morning. She has such a big heart. You would be so proud of the little lady she has become. Words can never express how thankful I am for the beautiful gift God gave us. We miss you so much.
WIth love,
Steph
Tracey Humphreys
December 28, 2007
Wow - I can't believe it's been 3 years today since you've been gone!!! The time has gone so fast, but it feels like forever since I've talked to you or seen your smiling face. So much has happened. Today, Alyssa turns "16". Her and Jimmy both are driving now and Jimmy has a great job that he really loves. You have missed so much in the last 3 years and have been missed SO much. Rest in Peace Michael - we all love you and miss you so much!
Stephanie Humphreys
October 28, 2007
Mike, we miss you so much! For all your friends and loved ones - I've posted a few new pics of Shanie. How proud you would be daddy! She has played two seasons of softball and is about to start indoor soccer soon. She is so bright and getting so big! You would not believe your eyes! She is such a sweetheart - just like her dad. Even the part when she says "I hate school". That part is like her dad too. LOL
With much love,
What a princess! She's always daddy's little girl!
October 28, 2007
October 28, 2007
Shanie's 7th Birthday
October 28, 2007
Tracey Humphreys
October 26, 2007
I miss you.......
maxine journey
May 25, 2007
Gone but NOT ever forgotten. love in Jesus name the Journey family
Tracey Humphreys
May 24, 2007
Happy Birthday Michael (this weekend). You still are so dearly missed by so many! Jimmy graduates June 10th - I think you would really be impressed and proud at the young man he has become - he misses you so much and speaks of you often....as does Alyssa. Rest in peace!!
Stephanie Humphreys
May 19, 2007
I came by today to see you
I had to let you know
If I knew the last time that I held you was the last time
I'd have held you and never let go
It's kept me awake nights, wondering
Lie in the dark, just asking why
I've always been told
You won't be called home
Until it's your time
I guess heaven was needing a hero
Somebody just like you
Brave enough to stand up
For what you believe
And follow it through
When I try to make it make sense in my mind
The only conclusion I come to
Is heaven was needing a hero
Like you
I remember the last time I saw you
You held your head up proud
I laughed inside
When I saw how you were standing out in the crowd
You're such a part of who I am
Now that part will just be void
No matter how much I need you now
Heaven needed you more
Cause heaven was needing a hero
Somebody just like you
Brave enough to stand up
For what you believe
And follow it through
When I try to make it make sense in my mind
The only conclusion I come to
Is heaven was needing a hero
Like you
Heaven was needing a hero
and that's you
SFC Dan Mckee Ret.
May 9, 2007
Mike was a super dude! I always looked forward to seeing him at drill and we would poke fun at each other. He was a solid soldier and a great human being. He is deeply missed!
Chantal Rosendale
May 8, 2007
Step & Shanie,
I see this stuff still shows my other side. Mike was always someone that I chatted with and I still miss him too.
Linda Almsteadt
May 7, 2007
Mike, I know you added a great benefit to this country with your dedication to the service. I can only try to do as much with your family as I try to help them get through to pain of missing you! Shanie is now in my sunday school class and every week she asks prayer for her and her mom. When I ask her what specifically for, she cries and says "my daddy died and we miss him". I know circumstances has taken you away but I promise you...your little girl will never forget her daddy! Thanks again Mike for your service to this country. I know it put you through the test of your life!
Paul Sovitsky
May 6, 2007
Steph,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Shanie. Mike was a good man and is missed by many.
Ski
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