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Michael McCluskey Obituary
Michael J. McCluskey, 51, of Charlotte, died Saturday, July 24, 2010 while rafting in the Green River Cove in Saluda, NC.
He was born in Stoneham, MA. and grew up in Medford, MA. He was the son of Florence Miller McCluskey of Medford, MA and the late Charles McCluskey.
Michael was employed by Iron Mountain Records Management where he worked in Boston, Las Vegas and Charlotte for over 18 years.
Surviving are his wife, Maria Raso McCluskey; daughter, Colleen McCluskey, and son Derek McCluskey both of Arlington, MA; step-daughter, Keri Bower of Everett, MA; brother, Charles McCluskey, Jr. of Medford and sister, Mary Ellen McCarthy of Wilmington, MA.
A memoral service will be held Monday, August 2, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in Forest Lawn West Chapel with Pastor Mike Barefield officiating. Receiving of friends will follow the service. A memorial service will be held in Boston at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be to Project HALO, P.O. Box 667924, Charlotte, NC 28266.
Arrangements are in the care of Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service, 4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte, NC 28208. Online condolences may be made at www.forestlawnwest.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Michael McCluskey
February 14, 2011
I guess his name--and memory live on--we'll all meet again in heaven.
God Bless,
Michael John McCluskey
CMR 457, Army Box 216
A P O : A E 09033-0216
((Fulda, Germany))
[email protected]
Rhonda Thomas
August 17, 2010
My name is Rhonda Thomas and I'm the founder of Project HALO. Michaels' family has generously chosen my charity in lieu of flowers. I would love to know how to contact the family to show my appreciation for the donations and to notify them of who has contributed in memory of Michael. My email address is [email protected]
With much appreciation, Rhonda Thomas
Mary Burns Buckingham
August 9, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was so much fun to hang out with in Meffa. He'll be missed. My prayers go out to his family.
Tom Clooney
August 6, 2010
Mike was my childhood friend, I can't believe he's passed at such a young age. I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes, remembering all the fun we had as kids, and reretting that we didn't keep in touch as adults. Rest in peace, my old friend. If we all treated each other the way you treated us, the world would be a much better place.
Beth Cole-Brignolo
August 5, 2010
Dear Maria and family,
I was shocked and sad when I heard of Michael's untimely passing....He was a kind and compasionate man....Alway's had a good word to say about everyone he met.... Maria and family you are in my thought's and prayer's....
Nancy Zajac
August 5, 2010
As a friend of your step-daughter Keri, I know how much you are loved and will be missed dearly, my heart and prayers are with your loved ones in this time of need and trust that you will watch over them.
robin accardi (heenan)
August 5, 2010
i have known michael for over 30 years.he was a great person and will be missed. rest in peace and may you see my brother in heaven.
Keri Bower
August 5, 2010
michael, i love you very much. i will miss you even more. wish you were still here.
Andy Ciordia
August 3, 2010
The entire family here at the Charlotte Photography Meetup group sends our condolences to a fellow shutterbug and jeeper. His thoughts and images will be with us always.
John King
August 2, 2010
Had the pleasure to meet and know him in Las Vegas as a great member in our geocaching family. - My prayers to you and yours - John King
Rachelle
August 2, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of Michael's untimely passing. "Vegas Moose" will be missed by the geocaching community. Our prayers and thoughts goes out to his family and friends.
Dale Lawing
August 2, 2010
Mike left a lasting impression on all of us. I truly admired the way he lived his life. I will miss him stopping by the office to say "hello" and hearing about his hobbies (photography, Jeep activities, etc.). He was such an interesting guy. We all have great memories to cherish. May God bless his family and friends.
August 2, 2010
I am very sorry for the loss of Mike. I have some great memories of growing upwith him in Medford. My prayers are with his family. Joanna Wright
Gail and Deborah Stanley
July 31, 2010
We are so sorry for the loss of Michael. We have many happy memories of growing up with him in our neighborhood in Medford and we're sure that he is survived by many loyal friends. Our prayers are with all of his family and friends.
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