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March 26, 2012
Highland Park Illinois
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March 26, 2012
Lancaster California
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White Pigeon Mich.
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March 26, 2012
L.
January 9, 2012
Marie, Not a regular human being is so true. As you well know, Kevin was more than an exceptional person. You must also be, to have been so special to him. A loyal friend, he was always there with encouraging words and support, NEVER cruel or unkind to ANYONE. (well, with the exception of Cun Cho, but they were kids, and it was all in fun! She reportedly changed to CONNIE Cho due to Kevin and the "gang"- pehaps a positive influence after all?) Cheerfully going out of his way to help injured animals, or stranded motorists, he never minded his own inconvenience. We lost touch, but it was always good to know he was out there, making the world a better place.
The Lord was smiling on him the day he met you. He was truly blessed to find and have you, and I am heartbroken for your terrible loss. I know he will always be with you, watching over you so will not be alone. Please keep in touch with Hessie and Anita, they must also be lost without him. Remember to be strong~ his love for you will always burn bright. The best thing that ever happened to him (besides the Boys, of course) is YOU. Remember that.
Peace in 2012, and again, THANK YOU for being his everything.
Marie
January 1, 2012
Can it really be 2012 already? Almost 11 months since you were called to be an angel...and yet it seems like just yesterday. You are missed more than you can imagine, life goes on but it is just not the same without you. You have a piece of my heart...our love is in both our hearts...where it will always stay. XOXO
Marie
December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas baby....I know you are looking down from heaven and smiling at all the twinkling Christmas lights. You loved Christmas so much...and our last Christmas together was the best..the tree with your favorite ornaments and LOTS of lights..the stockings I made to hang on the fireplace..the house was decorated just like you had always wanted...warm and cozy..Tyler and Chad making breakfast for you..opening gifts (you loved that part the most)
This year is our saddest ever..our first Christmas without you...I woke up this morning without you by my side and all I could do was wish you a Merry Christmas in my heart. I miss you SO much...XOXOXO
Chad Mika
December 21, 2011
i LOVE YOU DAD
Marie
November 24, 2011
My love..SO much has changed for all of us this year, how can it be Thanksgiving Day already...even though the months seem to have flown by, there are still days when time seems to stand still. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you. I miss you every day, we all do. Life is just not the same, it never will be, but I know you are with me in my heart and soul, and for that I am forever grateful. Happy Thanksgiving baby, give my mom a hug for me...xoxo
Chad Mika
November 22, 2011
My dad was a good dad,he did everything he could for me and i didn't recognize it. I Thank all of you that Gave you time to write on this wall and he will always be remembered,not on the outside but in you heart. remember my dad as not a regular human being,but a valued human being. Many people have posted that i don't even know and it makes me happy. the last words i ever said to him in person was I LOVE YOU!!!!
Lila Bonk
June 22, 2011
I can't believe what I am reading. Wow, I am truly sorry to read about Kevin. My thoughts and prayers are with you Marie and all of Kevin's family. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Marie
May 19, 2011
Happy Birthday my love! Our lives are NOT the same without your smiling face...although I know you are smiling from up above...we are going to Outback to celebrate your birthday just like you always did......LOVE YOU and MISS YOU SOOO MUCH! XOXO
Megan Lahey
March 16, 2011
Dear Hessie and Anita
I am so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. He was such a wonderful person and had always had a special place in my heart. I remember us hanging out at Big Boys drinking coffee for hours with Billy, the late night plow runs, and the trip to Florida to deliver trailers. Kevin was instrumental in convincing me to go to college and I will always be grateful to him for that. He loved his friends and family with all his heart and I know that continues even after he is gone. Dearest Kev...you will be missed
much love, "mugsy"
Marie
March 5, 2011
It's been one month today since you left my side, my love. The pain and sadness of losing you is still just as fresh as it was that day. I am only comforted by knowing your spirit is with me. I miss you more than ever baby....xoxoxo
Keith Dart
February 15, 2011
"Shine on, you crazy diamond..."
Marie
February 14, 2011
Happy Valentine's Day baby.....xoxoxo
Marie Geschke
February 10, 2011
My dearest Kevin...even though my heart is broken right now, I know that you are with me to help it heal. We had such a great future mapped out for us, but God needed you and called you home. I know there is a plan for all of us...we just don't always understand what it is at the time. You and I had a love built on trust, respect and admiration. Our life was blessed in so many ways because of it. I will forever be grateful that God brought us together and we found true happiness even if for a short time. I have never loved anyone the way I loved you baby...There are no goodbyes...only see you later! So until we meet again my love...I will carry you in my heart and leave my love notes here for you......XOXOXOXO Marie
Jeannie
February 10, 2011
Although I have not seen Kevin since 1987, I am happy to see he had such a lovely family. I remember him coming into Denny's after plowing for coffee, this would be from the days of KAP. He would come in with Billy and sometimes it would be Andy or Paul with him. He was taken way too young, but he will always remain in your hearts. I am very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
February 10, 2011
Dear Marie,
I can't tell you how sorry I am for you. I know in my heart how much you loved him. I do know what it is like to find your soul mate in life and I don't know what I will ever do without mine. Please know that I love you very much and will always be there for you. I wish we would have more time to get to know him. My heart goes out to his son's and family as you and our family knows how hard it is to say goodbye to the ones we love. We will always carry their love in our hearts. May god comfort you now and always.
Love Always Your Baby Sister Ginny
February 10, 2011
Dear Marie,Chad,Tyler and Kevin's Mom,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Love Your Sister Ginny
Marie Geschke
February 10, 2011
In Love and Light xoxo
mom
February 9, 2011
Tyler and Chad,
I'm so sorry that you have lost so such a wounderful dad and friend. Your dad loved you both so much and was very proud of the two of you. I know that your dad's greatest achivment as mine was the day you both were born. And we both have watched you grow into two wounderful sons and compasionate people. I know your dad will always be with you and will be when you drive a car for the first time, when you both graduate from high school and then from collage and when you get married and when you each get to experience the birth of your own children he will always be there with you. Your dad was a great man and the two of you in so many ways will always remind me of him. We both love you so much!
Love,
Mom
Leah Christiansen
February 9, 2011
You were always such a nice person to deal with at work and there are few people out there like you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. You will be missed.
Chad...Dad..Tyler 2009
Marie Geschke
February 9, 2011
ken galan
February 9, 2011
My condolences to all the family, I just want to say kevin was great to work with and a great person.
Tiffany Honaker
February 8, 2011
To my family. I'm leaving for basic training tomorrow morning so I won't be able to attend the funeral. I deeply apologize. I'm going to miss Kevin he was always so funny. To my cousins Tyler Chad Anita and aunt Hessie I'm sorry for your loss and I love you all very much. Keep your heads up at time like this and stay strong. I'll come and visit when I'm done with training. Love you, tiffany
Samantha Monahan
February 8, 2011
To Tyler and Chad,
- My Deepest sympathy to you both and your Family. As I only knew your Dad threw Boy Scout meetings. I could see and so could everyone else the Love you both shared with your Dad.
If you need anything please just ask.
Samantha Monahan (Alan’s Mom, Troop 76)
Vicki Tjardes
February 8, 2011
Tyler, Chad, and Marie: My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you and the entire Mika family.
beverly conroy
February 8, 2011
I didnt know Kevin personally, But I do know if he loved Marie he musta been a terrific man, Im sorry for the loss for his family and maries family, my prayers are with you, wish I was xoxo
Bob Weigand
February 8, 2011
Mrs. Mika, Anita and all of Kevin's family: I am deeply saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. We spent hours together in his room listening to records, building models and laughing. It seems like it was yesterday when Kevin and I painted the house on Rago one summer. Kevin was a dear friend to me in my childhood. I am thankful that we had a chance to reconnect in the last year.
Pat Andriani
February 8, 2011
My most heartfelt condolences Anita and Mom i cant's be there with you in this time but Iam in spirit love to both of you
Pat andriani
February 8, 2011
Anita&Mom my heart felt condolences there aren't any words i can say to help youi wish there were just remember it will get easier but never forgotten and its ok to cry i do every day
Happy 45th Birthday Kev
Marie Geschke
February 8, 2011
Cake for...ME???? :-)
Marie Geschke
February 8, 2011
Kev's 45th Birthday with sis Anita
Marie Geschke
February 8, 2011
Kev's 45th Birthday with Mom
Marie Geschke
February 8, 2011
Fathers Day 2010
Marie Geschke
February 8, 2011
I AM the #1 Dad! 2010
Marie Geschke
February 8, 2011
Chad Mika
February 7, 2011
Dad I love you and I will forever remember you in my prayer and heart I love you and please rest in peace one day our family will reunite and even more love will come to you
Your youngest son
Sara
February 7, 2011
Marie,
No words can come close to expressing my sincere condolences. In the years I have known you, I have never seen you more happy and in love than you have been since you met Kevin. Please celebrate in your love and rejoice that although the time was too short, the two of you shared a love that most people don't find in an entire lifetime.
Tom & Barb Holm
February 7, 2011
Marie,
There are no magic words to make your pain go away or I would have said them, but the love you and Kevin shared (even in it wasn't long enough) was more than some people could only dream about.
February 7, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Phyllis Trent and Dana Tostanoski (Elmira, NY)
Elida
February 7, 2011
Marie
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Phillip Honaker
February 7, 2011
I still remember going to your house after right after you had your tonsils taken out when we were just kids and the time I crashed your mini-bike into the picnic table in your backyard.
The night I slept on your living room floor many years ago was spent talking about what we wanted to be when we grew up and though we never mentioned being a good husband, a good father or a good son that night these things are more important than the way envisioned ourselves in the future.
You achieved more than you had hoped for in your time here Kevin.
So long cousin.
Sgt. J.R. Matta, Retired
February 7, 2011
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.
always smiling for me!
Marie Geschke
February 7, 2011
February 6, 2011
My prayers are with you Tyler and Chad.
A Friend
February 6, 2011
Tyler, Chad, Hessie, and Anita....Many memories we have shared over the years with Kevin. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, and forever in my heart. Kevin was a great husband, wonderful father, and loving son and was taken away much too soon, but he will always be with you. May the memories of Kevin comfort you always. Although, he may not be with us, I will always be here for all of you.
Love always,
Tammi J. Mika
Tammi J. Mika
February 6, 2011
Tyler, Chad, Hessie, and Anita....Many memories we have shared over the years with Kevin. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, and forever in my heart. Kevin was a great husband, wonderful father, and loving son and was taken away much too soon, but he will always be with you. May the memories of Kevin comfort you always. Although, he may not be with us, I will always be here for all of you.
Love always,
Laurie Lamarz
February 6, 2011
Tyler, Chad & Tammi,
Our hearts & prayers are with you all. No one knows when we will be called home and our loved one will no longer be here. I remember so many good times for all of you with Kevin. I'm sure the boys births were the best highlight of his life. Just know that we are all here for you and if you need us, just call.
Aunt Laurie, Amanda, Tony & Christopher
February 6, 2011
My prayers go out to you.
Eric Pomeroy
February 6, 2011
I will miss you at work my dear friend Kevin. You always put a smile on my face when you came to the shop. Those early morning snow routes will not be the same without you. Your sons were truly blessed to have a great man like you as their father. Rest in peace dear friend.
Lynn Rathunde
February 6, 2011
Marie, Don and I are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marie Geschke
February 6, 2011
My dearest love......My heart is breaking knowing that our time together was not as long as we had planned...so many dreams and plans for our future...SO much LOVE for each other...a love will be with me always. I MISS YOU!!!! I know you are with me in my heart...LUBB XOXOXO
Father's Day 2009
Marie Geschke
February 6, 2011
My awesome boyfriend! LUBB xoxoxo
Marie Geschke
February 6, 2011
Tyler, Grandma Mika, Chad, Marie, Kevin 2009
Marie Geschke
February 6, 2011
Kevin....Billy's wedding
Marie Geschke
February 6, 2011
Jennifer Hintz
February 6, 2011
Dear Tyler, Chad & Tammi
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, we are here if you need anything. May God comfort you in this difficult time. Love your cousins, Jen, Glenn, Haley and Ashley
The Mika Family 2005
February 6, 2011
February 6, 2011
Dearest Tyler and Chad,
Although your father only walked this earth a short time, he will live on in the hearts of those he touched forever.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Your Aunt Mickey
Jen Hintz
February 6, 2011
Dear Tyler, Chad and Tammi
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you if you need anything. Please know that God is with you always. Love, your cousins, Jen, Glenn, Haley & Ashley
Martha Kapnick
February 6, 2011
Take comfort knowing Kevin will be looking out for you now. My love to you.
Billy Braus
February 6, 2011
Marie, I'm so very, very sorry for your loss. This is so very painful to me but I know it pales to what you and the rest of the family is going through. My heart is bleeding for all of you. I was so blessed with his friendship and even though we were distanced a few times over the years, when we would finally meet up again it was as if we had never been apart and we took up as if it had been only yesterday since we last had seen each other. Whether we were plowing, towing, fixing the trucks, driving to all four sides of this country, doing a remodel job, or just hanging out, it was usually always an adventure and I assure you never dull. He was a great person to always be with. This past year we spoke of all of you. His hopes, dreams, concerns. He loved all of you. Don't ever forget that. May God be with all of you and give you strength and comfort in these hard times. And remember, as he always was for us, at the very least my family and I are just a phone call away.
With love and sympathy to all of you,
Billy, Renatta, and Linda Braus
Cheryl Phillips
February 6, 2011
I was a childhood friend of Anita and Kevin. Antia, please remember Kevin will always be with you in your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cheryl Kapnick Phillips
February 6, 2011
Marie, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss. No words can make the pain any easier, though. Just know that you have friends who are here for you. Sherri Smith
February 6, 2011
Marie my prayers go out to you and your family.May God keep you in your time of need and always.Beverly Tolbert.
Marie Geschke
February 6, 2011
I love you Kevin.......I know you are watching us and that you are in good company........I know someday the tears will slow down.......but for now they just don't have an off switch! LUBB xoxoxo
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