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MICHAEL J. CRABTREE

1968 - 2018

BORN

1968

DIED

2018

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Westwood High School University of Massachusetts

MICHAEL CRABTREE Obituary

CRABTREE, Michael J. Of Turner Falls MA, and formerly of Westwood, MA, died suddenly on June 9, 2018 at the age of 49. Michael graduated from Westwood High School in 1986 and went on to study at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. He was the beloved son of William and Carolyn Crabtree of Sarasota, FL. Michael is survived by his brother Bill and wife Pam of Medfield MA; his sister Karen Synk and Glenn Yoder of Osprey FL; and his brother Chris and wife Chrissy of Wayland MA. Michael also leaves his nieces Gretchen, Caroline, Molly, Elena, Noelle, and nephews William, Kevin, Steven and Alex. Mike was a dedicated sports fan who loved the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics. In his teen years, he bought and traded baseball cards, which turned into an impressive collection. He loved health and fitness and enjoyed the outdoors. He became an avid bass fisherman while spending summers with his family on Cape Cod. Fishing with Mike was a learning experience. He was always guaranteed to catch the most fish. Mike had a true love for music. He was a bass player in a reggae band during his college years. He was a country and rock enthusiast and a talented guitarist and piano player. Michael was a generous and caring man. He had the biggest, kindest and most loving heart and will be missed by so many. The family owes a special thanks to Pastor Matt Howe, who was an important person in Michael's life. His presence and acts of kindness will forever be appreciated. Services and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Michael's memory to: Erving Evangelical Church, 4 East Main Street, Erving, MA 01344.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 13 to Jun. 15, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for MICHAEL CRABTREE

18 Entries

June 21, 2018

What a great guy! Mike often stayed at my home which was near the Share Group calling center. He ruled on the "animal" calls - MSPCA, the Humane society et.al. My kids loved him; they appreciated the cards he'd give them. Mike would even sleep with my pit bull; all the other callers/guests were terrified of him, the dog that is. I'd enjoy talking to you. Mark Enoch (860) 857-5874 I'm still in shock, just learned of Mike's passing on facebook yesterday. My condolences.

June 19, 2018

To family you are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences
2. Thessalonians 3:16
Wanda S.

Rob Loughlin

June 18, 2018

Dear Mr. & Mrs. C, Bill, Karen & Chris,
I was so sad to hear of Mike's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was my best friend growing up. I will always cherish the memories that we shared together. The experiences that Mike and I had as kids have become the subject of countless bedtime stories that I share with my children. When we were young, we relished life's simple pleasures. It didn't get any better than an episode of Leave it to Beaver before school and Mrs. C's toasty grilled cheese sandwiches after school. Mike and I started beer can collecting together in 5th grade and we were amazed how we could literally dig up the past in the form of an Old Topper Snappy Cone Top, like little archeologists. In the neighborhood we had countless games of whiffle ball and football and I always remember Mike coming and going with his loyal dog Pepper behind him. Mike introduced me to such great music from the Kinks to the Clash to Reggae. He was such a gifted musician. I always marveled how he could pick up a guitar and rattle a song off the top of his head like he'd been practicing it for weeks. It always put a smile on my face. Mike, you were a good man and you'll be missed. God bless your soul and may you rest in peace my friend.

Honey Ann Bienvenue-Bliss

June 17, 2018

God Bless you Mike , you'll be missed deeply in are hearts and it hurts not seeing you around...

Alice Bender

June 15, 2018

My prayers are with you both. I know your pain, experienced it witth my son Tom. Love you both very much. Alice

Tom McKenna

June 15, 2018

Whether it was at Kellys bait shop..The Dover peaks...or at the homestead in fairway acres just chewing the fat with family and friends...Mike almost always had a half smile a little laugh and the look of wonderment on his face...He enjoyed his time here...Mr. and Mrs.C...Bill Chris and Karen ...God Bless.

Toni Russo

June 15, 2018

So Sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Katie Bender/Hazlett

June 15, 2018

Aunt Lynn and Uncle Tony, our thoughts and prayers are with you and families. Love and peace always,Katie and Tom

Julie Kennedy

June 15, 2018

Mike was a truly kind person. We're thinking of all you you and keeping you in our prayers.

AJ MacKinnon

June 15, 2018

I cranked up The Clash during my morning workout and thought about the good times with Mike in Westwood and at UMASS endless discussions about Roger Clemens/Bob Stanley/Jim Rice, commiserating on the Sox blowing the '86 World Series, adventures out to the parties at Smith College, and hanging out in his Kennedy Tower dorm room with other Westwoodites while Mike strummed his guitar and sang some of his many hilariously sarcastic songs about love and life.
I'm so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My condolences to the Crabtree family.

Mike... Doing what he loved!

Karen Synk

June 15, 2018

Andy Kaknes

June 14, 2018

So many fond memories with Mike back in the early 90's with the Jaya the Cat crew. Jamming music anywhere and everywhere. Very sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to all of his family and friends.

carol bradley

June 14, 2018

Sending my condolences to his family.
May he rest in peace,He will be missed by many.