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Michael Laino Obituary

Michael A. Laino, Jr. born in La Junta, CO on December 16, 1956 son of Mike and Joan Laino passed away April 11, 2008 in Topeka following an extended illness. He is survived by his sisters, Lynda (Jim) Urioste of La Junta, CO and Patty (Lyn) Hartley of Lenexa, KS, aunt Frances Roe of Buena Vista, CO, uncle Philip and aunt Barbara Laino of Worchester, MA, brother-in-law Ben Owensby of Denver, CO, nieces, Kimberly Urioste Cordova (Nick) of Denver, CO, Nikki Hartley of Dallas, TX, nephews, Jimmy Urioste Jr. of Colorado Springs CO, Bennie Owensby, Jr. of Denver, CO, Brian Owensby of La Junta, CO, Chris Hartley of Highlands Ranch, CO. Great nieces, Liana and Destiny Urioste and Kylee Cordova, great nephew Jordan Urioste and numerous cousins also survive. He was preceded in death by parents Mike and Joan Laino, sister Donna Owensby and uncle Marvin Roe. Mike was transferred to Topeka in 1988 to work for the BNSF Railway. Mike loved working for the railroad and leaves behind many wonderful friends. Mike graduated from La Junta High School in 1975. He worked for the City of La Junta prior to joining Santa Fe Railroad in the mechanical Dept. He had twenty-five years of service with the railroad. Mike was cremated. His wishes were for no memorial services and to be inurned in La Junta at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Topeka Helping Hands Humane Society and sent in care of the Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, KS 66603. Online condolences may be made to www.brennanmathenafh.com.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Apr. 13, 2008.

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Dan & LuAnne Petramala

April 30, 2008

Our sincerest sympathy. Mike was a friend from my earliest childhood. I will always think of him fondly and we are very sad to hear of your loss. It is surely Heaven's gain. He was one of the good guys.
Dan & LuAnne (Driscoll) Petramala

Mike Burger

April 19, 2008

Patty and Lyn, I am sorry to hear about Michael. Know the candle was not blown out, rather the light was turned off because the dawn has come. He will certainly be missed by all who knew him.

Rick Poe

April 15, 2008

Our deepest sympathy for Mike's family and friends. I was saddened to hear of Mike's death, he will be greatly missed. I've recently recalled good memories of old times with Mike. Quite a reminder of how time gets away and of those I have'nt been in touch with as I had planned. God's Grace. Your friend, Rick Poe and family.

Joe Arellano

April 14, 2008

My name is Joe Arellano and I want to extend my prayers to you and yours. My the good Lord bless you in your time of sorrow. Mike was older than I and he found a way to always make me feel a part of his life when we were in school. God bless you. Sincerely saddened along with you on your loss.

Diane Homm

April 14, 2008

Patty & Lyn - I just read about Mike on an LJHS reunion page. I'm so sorry. I always remember Mike with a big smile and a ready laugh. Know that you are in my prayers.
Diane (Mestas) Homm
Burlington CO

Spencer Arndt

April 14, 2008

Lyn and Patty my condolence in your family loss.

Robert Boileau

April 14, 2008

Patty and Lyn:
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gene Schubel

April 13, 2008

Lyn and Patty- I extend my sympathy for your loss.

Gene Schubel
BNSF Railway

Jim Goff

April 13, 2008

Patty & Lyn:
I was saddened to read about your brother in today's paper. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Faye Goff

Dan Lane

April 13, 2008

Dear Michael, we will never forget the times we laughed and cried with you. you were an inspiration to all of us at westwood manor. especially the 10-6 crew, our church band the committed never had a fan club till we met you. but remember well see you again soon. sincerely Dan and melany and river of life family church

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