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MICHELLE CASE Obituary

CASE, Michelle Ann (Mackay) Of Haverhill, formerly of Reading and Woburn, died September 7, 2012. She was 36 years of age. Beloved wife of Jason M. Case. Devoted mother of Kailey A., Justin G. and Ryan J. Case all of Haverhill. Cherished daughter of Edward R. and Jan Marie (Varney) Mackay of Methuen. Loving sister of Sarah MacKay of Haverhill and she is also survived by several loving Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 15 at 11 am at the Old South United Methodist Church, 6 Salem St., Reading. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Burial will follow at Forest Glen Cemetery, Reading. There are no visiting hours. For information and online guestbook visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com. Arrangements under the direction of the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home, READING.

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 8 to Sep. 9, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for MICHELLE CASE

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Shmat Parny

October 22, 2023

condolences to the families. she is missed.

June 12, 2013

mom

June 12, 2013

Dad said it best. 9 months, 9 years, 9 days -- -what does it matter? Still hurts every second of every day. Miss you more and more.

May 7, 2013

Eight months. I still can't believe you are really gone. xoxo

~mom

-Mom

March 7, 2013

Still think of you every minute of every day...

Mom

January 27, 2013

Michelle, another MacKay has newly arrived in heaven. Please help Auntie Janis and Nana and Grampa hold him and comfort him... xoxo

Mom

January 7, 2013

4 months since you left us. Every minute has been an eternity.

Mom

January 6, 2013

"Each night we shed a silent tear,
As we speak to you in prayer.
To let you know much we love you,
And just how much we care.
Take our million teardrops,
Wrap them up in love,
Then ask the wind to carry them,
To you in heaven above.
(~Unknown)

December 25, 2012

December 25, 2012

Oh, how we miss you today...

~mom, dad, sarah and the children

December 2, 2012

I know you were SO proud of K last night -- elfing for Believe in Books. Miss you more than words can express. xoxo

November 7, 2012

You left us two months ago -- an eternity. Life isn't the same and will never be.

-mom

October 29, 2012

Watching the weather forecasts, and waiting for your phone calls.

Dad

October 28, 2012

You were a bigger part f my life than i sometimes let you know

October 24, 2012

Miss you every second of every day.

Dennis Griffin

October 8, 2012

So sorry about your lose Ed, Jan and Sarah. I was distraught when i heard the news. God Bless all family members.

Susan Marino

October 4, 2012

Jan and family -- Hoping that you are continuing to find solace in each other and in your memories. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

~Sue

Kim

October 1, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Jan MacKay

September 25, 2012

BFFs

Jan MacKay

September 25, 2012

Michael Bennett

September 25, 2012

Dear Jan,
I just learned of the loss of your daughter. Please accept my sincerest condolences, for you and all of your family. I can't imagine the pain of losing a child and I am wishing for peace and strength for you all in the days and weeks ahead.

-Mike

Linda& Bob Aiello

September 20, 2012

Dear Ed & Jan, Sarah & Case family, How heartsick you must be over the loss of Michelle. We have memories of those two beautful redheads and the fun we had with "Pop Warner". May those memories and the warmth of grandchildren get you through. You are in our prayers.... with deepest sympathy, Linda & Bob Aiello

Tina Villnave

September 18, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sadness. May your memories sustain you all and keep you strong in the days ahead. Hugs

Stacey Castro

September 17, 2012

My thoughts are with the MacKay & Case Families. May warm memories help you through this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Stacey (Kinsman) Castro
RMHS Class of 1994

September 16, 2012

Jan, Ed and family,
Our condolences at this sad time.
Cherish the life she lived and always treasure her forever memories.
Love,
Matt and Trisch Cronin

Elizabeth Allen

September 15, 2012

Jan, Ed, Sarah and family - Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

September 14, 2012

Jan and Ed,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Nancy Chloodian, Old South

April Bayrd

September 14, 2012

Extending my deepest sympathy for your loss .

September 14, 2012

My deepest condolences for your family.I didn't really know Michelle that well. She was really nice to be around.

Matt Bouchie RMHS Class of 94

C F

September 14, 2012

My deepest simpathy goes out to you and your family may you hold on to the good memories you have of her and may the god of all comfort provide you endurance and true comfort in your time of mourning.

Dave Michaels

September 12, 2012

Jan and family, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Dick Osterhout

September 12, 2012

I epress deepest condolences for your loss on behalf of the staff and residents of Lamplighter Park.

R.I.P Mommy

kailey case

September 11, 2012

Kailey Case

September 11, 2012

Thank you all for your prays and concern every little word helps. My mom was the greatest thing that happened in anyone's life that she met

Harry Scott

September 11, 2012

Very sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you.

Harry & Marilyn Scott

September 11, 2012

Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From everyone at 225 Bedford

September 11, 2012

May the family and friends find hope in the God of all comfort. 2 Cor. 1:3-5.

Carolyn Webster

September 11, 2012

Jan, Ed, Sarah and family -- there aren't any words to express the sorrow so many are feeling today. Please know that you are all in the thoughts and prayers of many at this sad time.

September 10, 2012

Jan and Ed. We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family.

--Randall and Susan McCloud

September 10, 2012

Jan and Ed, We are sending you our deepest condolences. Her children and family and yours are in our hearts and prayers. Brian Flynn and Nancy Baker

September 10, 2012

Jan and Ed, the Flynn and Morris families' love and prayers are with you all.
Chris and Steve

September 10, 2012

Ed and Jan -

I hope love-filled memories bring you peace at this difficult and sad time.

-- Cindy Conley

Linda & Al Hewson

September 10, 2012

Ed,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories soon bring you peace. God Bless!

melissa bellavance

September 10, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss.

September 9, 2012

Ed and Jan, no matter what the age the loss of your child is difficult. We are here if you need to talk.

Rich and Trisha

J Berthiaume

September 9, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am terribly sorry for your loss. Kailey, I am thinking of you always.

Mrs. Julie Berthiaume
Whittier Middle School

Bob & Becky Palmieri

September 9, 2012

Jan and Ed, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so very sorry for the loss of your Daughter Michelle.

Brown's

September 9, 2012

Family, We send our condolences to all of the family. She will be missed by the masses. Cherish her precious memories. Never forget the love she had for family and friends. May the God who gives peace be with all of you.-RO.15:33

Andrea Ahern DeSario

September 9, 2012

Jan, Ed and family - I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Love and prayers to you all.

Dave & Wendy Nolet

September 9, 2012

Jan,Ed and family may Michelle rest in peice, we hope you have great memories of your Daughter,wife,and mother

Paul Dodge

September 8, 2012

No words can express our sadness for your families loss. Michele and I send you all our love and prayers.

John B. Douglass & John B. Douglass II

September 8, 2012

This book of memories is to serve as a record of the services you entrusted to us. We hope it will help to preserve treasured memories and that we, in some small measure, have helped to ease your burden and bring you comfort.

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