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Michael Joseph "Mikey" Townshend

1977 - 2016

Michael Joseph "Mikey" Townshend obituary, 1977-2016, Crystal River, FL

BORN

1977

DIED

2016

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Strickland Funeral Home - Crystal River

1901 SE Hwy 19

Crystal River, Florida

Michael Townshend Obituary

Michael Joseph "Mikey" Townshend, 39 of Crystal River passed away Sunday October 30, 2016 at his residence. He was born October 3, 1977 in Salisbury, MD and came here 33 years ago from Pittsville, MD. He was of the Christian faith. He loved the Lord and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father James P. "Jim" Townshend. He is survived by his Mother Jean Townshend of Crystal River, brothers; Jimmy Townshend of Crystal River and Bill Townshend (Robin) of Beverly Hills, sisters; Julie Valenty (John) of Crystal River and Cindy Embach (Mike) of Inglis, FL, several Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Arrangements are under the direction of Strickland Funeral Home with Crematory of Crystal River.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Citrus County Chronicle on Nov. 3, 2016.

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Elaine Townshend Paley

November 6, 2016

Dear Aunt Jean, Jimmy, Billy, Julie and Cindy,
I was so sad to hear of Mikey's passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Susan Hawkins Noonan

November 6, 2016

Dear aunt Jean, jimmy, Billy, Julie, Cindy
So sorry to hear of Mikey passing. Sending hugs and prayers to all.

Kimberly Hawkins Keale

November 5, 2016

Dear Jean, Jim, Billy, Julie and Cindy -
I am deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. You are all in my thoughts and in my prayers. May the Lord bring you and your family the peace during this sad time.

November 5, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Casey Byers

Pete(Nina) Dodd

November 4, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you

Kathie Townshend

November 3, 2016

Dear Jean, please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, Mikey. In his photo I see a very strong resemblance to his dad when I first met the family many years ago. I am thinking of and praying for you at this sad time.

Leigh Hawkins

November 3, 2016

Aunt Jean, Jimmy, Billy, Julie, Cindy, I am so so sorry to hear of Mikey's passing. No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. But take comfort in knowing that he is now resting in the arms of our Lord.

Tiffany Amend

November 3, 2016

Mikey I love you and see you on the other side dear friend

Mikey ❤

Tiffany Amend

November 3, 2016

Mikey and me 1994

Tiffany Amend

November 3, 2016

Lyman Strickland & the Staff of Strickland Funeral Home

November 3, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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