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Michael McKenzie Obituary

MCKENZIE Michael D. on March 21, 2010 at the age of 59. Husband of Mary C. (McGhee) McKenzie to whom he was married on November 9, 1996. Father of Dawn Schadler and her husband, Dennis E. Schadler, of Uxbridge and the late Shannon McKenzie who died in August 2001. Stepfather of Cheryl Daudelin of North Attleboro; Jaime Osborn of Hyannis; Cara Ward of Waltham and Rachel Merryman of Waltham. Grandfather of 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Brother of John T. McKenzie and his wife, Mary E. McKenzie, of Medford; Paul R. McKenzie of Dracut and Richard J. McKenzie and his wife, Jennifer McKenzie, of Salem, NH. Brother-in-law of Rochelle McKenzie of Dracut. He also leaves numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends. Residence: North Attleboro; formerly of Norwood and Ashland. Native of Somerville. Visitation on Thursday from 3:00 P.M. 5:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. 9:00 P.M. in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home the national historic Colonel Obed Robinson Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue (exit 5 off I-95 N or S, go right at end of ramp, 3/4 mile on left), Village of Attleboro Falls, NORTH ATTLEBORO. Funeral on Friday at 8:00 A.M. from the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:00 A.M. at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 133 North Main Street Route 152, Attleboro with the Rev. Richard Roy, Pastor, officiating. Burial will be private. Following church services, family and friends will be welcomed to join the family for a time of continued fellowship and refreshments at a location to be announced. Please do not send flowers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dyer-Lake Charitable Foundation, Inc., a registered 501 (c) (3) organization, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, North Attleboro, MA 02760 to benefit the Sturdy Memorial Foundation Oncology Department. Dyer-Lake Funeral Home North Attleboro, MA (508) 695-0200 www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Herald on Mar. 24, 2010.

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we love you papa, love always tony & logan

April 1, 2010

Tony & Logan

March 30, 2010

Diane Porretta

March 30, 2010

Dear Dawn & Family,
I have lost a dear friend and you have lost your dear father, grandfather & father-in-law. So kind he was, too kind sometimes. Michael never thought of himself first. It was always his family, his friends, those in need and last himself. An icredible hole in all of our lives. But we have wonderful memories. I will miss him, I wlll miss our conversations, miss seeing him when I visit. Death is more for the living, it is we who remain to mourn, but life does go on and we all must have wonderful memories & be happy, so the tears in our eyes can turn to smiles on our faces. Goodbye dear friend.....

Jaime Osborne

March 28, 2010

I will always be grateful to have had you in my life. You are the most kind , generous,loving and loyal person I have ever known. You have made such a difference in so many lives over the years especially mine. You have shown me unconditional love even when I messed up and was not the easiest person to deal with. I will never forget you. You will be a part of my heart forever. I will love you Always

Paul McKenzie

March 28, 2010

Hey big brother I know you are at peace now with Mom Dad and Shannon and the rest of our family that has gone before us way to soon.
Now matter how much you try to prepare yourself you are never ready to say good bye.
You will always be in my heart, mind, and prayer's.I will always love you and miss you.
Your baby brother Paul

Cathy & JJ Johnston

March 25, 2010

Mary Catherine,
Sorry to hear about Michael's passing. We are keeping you in our prayers and thoughts. Sorry we can't be there with you.

Colleen Yamamoto

March 25, 2010

Michael was such a bright light to all-always there when you needed him. The sweetest heart. Always knew he was just a phone call away. I will miss you deeply. God Bless your family and guide them through this profoundly sad time. Love, Your Cousin Colleen

Ron & Diane Mortensen

March 25, 2010

McKenzie Family
We are sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Richard Morton

March 25, 2010

Mike was a great person, and I'm sorry about this terrible loss. I hope his family and friends are doing okay.

March 25, 2010

Michael,
When we met you several years ago, we knew you were a special person. Over the years Mary and you opened your hearts for us and treated us like we were family. Well Michael that's how we felt when we were around you. You truly have blessed everyone who knew you with love, kindness and compassion. You never judged, you just opened your heart. The love you have given is never forgotten, it is seen through the eyes of the people who one day will see you in heaven. Rest in Peace, Mike. We will see you someday when our journey here is complete. With love always, Michael and Sheila Burke

Mary McKenzie

March 25, 2010

Thank you all for the love and support you have shown my family. Michael has touched the lives of so many people and asked nothing in return. The priest asked me to describe Mike in one sentence and all I could say was "one of God's more beautiful creations". We have all lost a beautiful soul. I will always love you Mike and all I will have to do is look at Dawn to see a precious part of you.
Your loving Wife, Mary

Heather Lavoie

March 25, 2010

PAPA! I AM GOING TO MISS YOU SO MUCH BUT NOW I KNOW YOUR IN PEACE. YOU WERE THE BEST PAPA I COULD ASK FOR AND IM GOING MISS YOU SO MUCH. I WILL MAKE SURE ILL TELL CAMRON EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU ALWAYS <3

Rene Lessard

March 25, 2010

"Uncle Mike" You were a genuine person, loving caring and hunmble! You will forever be remembered and in my heart! Always Rene

cheryl daudelin

March 24, 2010

Michael, you truly are an angel. I saw somehting in you when I first met you all those years ago, I knew you were the one for my mom. Because of you she let herself love again. You made her complete, and for that, I thank you. You truely are an amazing person. Michael, i will never forget you, you'll always have a special place in my heart. Rest in peace michael, I love you.

candice schadler

March 24, 2010

hey there papa its candice =) i just wanted to tell you that your the best papa in the entire world and maybe even universe..and i love you so much and i'll always remeber all the stuff we"ve done together and i would give up anything in the world to have you back, and im so glad you loved my poem i read to you the last day i saw you, i get to read it in the church friday. i also want to say that i think about you constantly everyday. your always going to have a peice of my heart..and at least i know now that your in the arms of an angel far away from here somewhere <3

Alexis Schadler

March 24, 2010

Papa i miss you very much and love you you made the days when we were together brighten up i will see you again sometime and still be loving you. Just remember papa your always in my heart.

Kevin McCusker

March 24, 2010

I`m sorry for your loss. Mike was a big help to me, a good worker and good friend at work. God bless you Michael and all of your loved ones.

Lori Lussier

March 24, 2010

Mary:
Just want to say that I am so sorry for your lost. If there is anything I can do just give me a call.

Ronnie Merryman

March 24, 2010

In the short time we knew each other, I always knew that you were genuine and true. True love can be found in the eyes of those that knew you.

Cousin Michael Sherry

March 24, 2010

Michael,I'll never forget when you came to Florida to visit. When You, Colleen, and myself spent the day at the beach. What a beautiful day we had. The memory of that special time will always be with me. My heartfelt love and condolences go to you and your family

Nancy Marsh

March 24, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Elyse Probst

March 24, 2010

So sorry about your Dad, My thoughts are with you and your family....

Elyse Probst

March 24, 2010

Sorry about your Dad, my thoughts are with you and your family

Larry Probst

March 24, 2010

My deepest and sincere condolences to your family. My family will keep you all in our prayers.

Dawn Schadler

March 24, 2010

To My Father,
I just want to say you were and still are the greatest father a daughter could ask for. I miss you soooo much but I know your suffering is finally over.I will always treasure the memories we had and I will love you always..

Janice McGonagle Knupp

March 24, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Joan McGonagle

March 24, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of Michaels' passing. It was much too soon, but I hope that you find comfort in each other and in knowing that he is out of pain. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this difficult and sad time. I will always remember Michael for trying to get the cousins together, and for the love and kindness he always showed my mom and dad. He was such a caring person.
With love - Cousin Joan & family

Patricia Casey (Masci)

March 24, 2010

"Fond memories of times spent with you and your family will always be in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time".

Carol Hood

March 24, 2010

Mary & Family , I am so sorry for your loss. Carol Hood

The Staff of Dyer-Lake Funeral Home & Cremation Services

March 24, 2010

Our thoughts remain with you and your family at this time. We are honored by the trust and confidence you have placed in us during this difficult time.

Julia Wheatley

March 23, 2010

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

TRACY PROVOST

March 23, 2010

I will always love you uncle Mike. I will never forget the time we where at the beach and you give me your sweather and said to dont get sick, I said to you try nt to MISS YOU LOVE ALWAYS TRACY

Tyler Burke

March 23, 2010

I will always love you PaPa. You have a special place in my heart that will never be replaced. Your Grandson Tyler

Carolyn Bugden-Challis

March 23, 2010

"Mikey", that is the way I will always remember you. Even though so much time has passed I have always cherished the memories of the fun times we had on Gibbens Street as kids, especially jumping on the couch on your front porch.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Marilyn DeStefano - Fisher

March 23, 2010

Michael:

You were Charlie's friend first and when he died you became my friend. I always cherished that fact. My thoughts go out to Mary Catherine, Dawn, your brothers, your children & grandchildren and your family. You will always be in my heart.

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