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1963
DIED
2017
Michael Alo Obituary
"He was the best player I've ever coached," said Ferragamo, a nine-time L.A. City Section champion. "There wasn't a finer football player and there wasn't anything he couldn't do on the field."
Memories and Condolences
for Michael Alo
82 Entries
STEVEN MILLER
February 19, 2026
Watched Michael Play as part of that Amazing Banning Backfield that included Danny Andrews vs, Edbination of ison Huntin gton Beach. They couldn't stop his combination of speed and strength. Broke my heart when he couldn't suit up for SC R.I.P. Brother
Christopher Shugars
June 7, 2025
Wow! I had no idea Michael Alo passed. I saw a brother in Costco, and he resembled Alo, and I asked him was he Michael Alo. Of course he said no. But thought I'd google him today and I'm stunned! Did not know!!! He was a cold back. Loved going to his games watching him. Seeing many attempt to bring him down, and the jersey would tear away, and he was gone for a long touchdown run! The memories are coming back where I can see it vividly! Rest in peace Michael. And thank you for the memories. You was the coldest high school back I ever saw!!! Alo and Danny Andrews in the backfield!!! Coldest to ever do it!!! Them brothers was nice! Much love brother! Shugars from LA Jordan HS, class of 82.
Katy Gray
January 25, 2025
I remember Michael from grade school. I believe he once removed his own cast on the playground. May He Rest In Peace
Rojas
January 18, 2025
We lived in"la Loma" we grow up together he was always at our house eating he was a brother to me! We also owned "miya market" as well.....
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Andre Lawson( Uni' High hurdler 80-82)
December 23, 2021
Mike Alo, best I have ever seen on any football field. I remember the first time I met him. He was throwing the shot put at the L.A. City Finals, I was sitting in the "concrete" bleachers waiting for my race...then, I looked down at my glass of water and saw it move, then move again....like a scene out of Jurassic Park...It was Michael Alo walking down the bleachers! The dude was all muscle. R.I.P. my friend.
Ruffin Patterson
October 12, 2019
You were an inspiration and a Hero to me.
February 12, 2019
Thoughts and prayers. Great guy..
K J #3
May 3, 2018
Total shock. The world lost a great athlete 1980 first round lausd 4a playoffs I played for Palisades we played banning at long Beach memorial stadiam. Banning 48 Palisades 7. Chased Alo on an 80 yrd td run almost caught him slipped in the rain Total football stud. Rip. Michael Alo enjoyed being on the same field
Nellie Cruz
April 7, 2018
I remember Michael from Carnegie Jr High. We were in orchestra together. Such a sweet, funny, gentle guy. RIP.
March 19, 2018
Love you uncle Michael! It's your favorite niece your sister Pago's youngest, ahah your always in my heart and mind 24/7 miss you so much unc ...
Lisa Palacios (Erickson)
January 8, 2018
I was a freshman when Michael Alo was a senior. I thought he was awesome and was very proud of him. Such a great reputation!!! I was proud to have witnessed all of the games that year and a proud Banning Pilot!!! The best part of high school were those football games and being in the band was so fun. I am thinking of Michael as the anniversary of his death is days away. I remember his ashes were to be spread in San Pedro and hope to be able to witness from afar to allow the family privacy. I pray for God's strength to support the family. I love you Michael Alo, your suffering is over and you will live for eternity praising God. My husband is going down the same road now that Michael did, I know it will end in a peaceful passing to eternity with God
Andre Washington
September 29, 2017
Michael Alo,you are going to be greatly miss,i met Michael Alo at Gardena High school we played against Banning.At that time i was a freshman quartback for Washington high School,he gave me much love after the game as a freshman ill never for get that.I met Michael a few years later at the coliseum he remember me i will never for get his smile.I just found out he passed away this mo september.RIP MY BROTHER
DM
July 24, 2017
Legend
July 23, 2017
Hey my name Kevin Crouch now play football at Fremont high and 1981 Michael Alo and Fred Small was the best to guys ii every saw play high school football and my life thank you mike your miss
Kim Laurel
July 19, 2017
RIP Michael Alo, you were a bright shining star, all the girls thought you were so cute and a teddy bear. That smile though, one of the best
Ronald Livingston
June 27, 2017
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family of Michael Alo.I was honor to know this man all the laughs and conversation we had through high school. I remember being with him at the Arcadia Invitational track where no one in the state come close to trowing the shot put like him. Always in my heart my man
Obed Quintero
April 6, 2017
HE will always be remembered as the best athlete to come out of our area..my sincere condolences to the Alo family from the Quintero family. Even though I was a freshman at Carnegie and he was a senior when l met him in 1977..he gave me respect and a smile which Ill remember always.
ADRIENNE CLAYTON
January 18, 2017
Praying for the Alo Family my heart is heavy You couldn't mention Banning football without saying "ALO" the family legacy lives on. Thank God for Michael's life he touched so many. Love and Blessings
Stephen Archuleta
January 15, 2017
When you make a bold statement that a 10th grader is better than 2 guys who have already been city players of the year, you better know what your talking about. After the very first morning of hell week, Coach Ferragamo knew he had a gem, just as I told him he would. To all of the Alo family, I feel your loss as my heart has broke as has your"s. My love for Michael has always been and will always be. Having played with Harry, coached both Michael and Ricky , and knowing the rest of the Alo family has a special place in my heart. Stephen Archuleta
January 14, 2017
You will be missed a great football player like your brothers Rest in Peace Michael Alo
January 14, 2017
Rip Michael Along
Ann Amu
January 14, 2017
Dear brother Mike, when I got the call that you left I really didn't know what to do. You were such a big part of my life growing up and an inspiration on how to treat people with love and sincere gratitude. I hope you are resting now in God's care. I will never forget your blue city locker dance moves, your boo yah tribe days,and of course watching you play at Banning! You were the best football player I ever saw and the most humble. Thank you Mike for being there for me and all the talks at Dolphin park. I loved listening the music while you guys played basketball all night at Dolphin park. I will never forget our road trip to the bay with Sallie. You sang the whole trip lol! I love you brother and now get up and dance in Heaven.
Tony Trotter
January 14, 2017
Condolences to the Alo family from the Trotter family. Knew Mike through junior and senior high from growing up in the same neighborhood in Carson, CA. Remember playing on Dolphin Park teams with him as well as my teammate on Banning Highs only undefeated untied football team. Rest In Peace, Mike
THE REECES
January 14, 2017
It was a night like no other. A night that will never happen again. A night that those in attendance will never forget.
Some of the greatest athletes in the history of sportsall Banning High School alumnicame together from all around the nation for a special night to honor Coach Chris Ferragamo's retirement after 40 years of coaching at Banning High School. Among the 100 greats were Jamelle Holieway (Oklahoma All American and NCAA National Champion who beat out the legendary NFL Hall of Famer Troy Aikman for the quarterback position at Oklahoma and sent Aikman packing), two-sport USC All-American, NCAA National Champion and NFL star Marvin Cobb, NCAA/USC All American and National Champion and NFL star Danny Reece, Vince Ferragamo ( Cal/Nebraska All American who threw the gutsiest touchdown pass in Super Bowl history), UCLA Athletic Director Dan Guerrero (who stands shoulder to shoulder with Jackie Robinson in the UCLA Hall of Fame), Cal Lutheran running back Robin White, UCLA/NFL star Frank Manumaleuna. The lineup of sports superstars in attendance is too lengthy to list here. They all showed up for this once-in-a-lifetime event.
The high point of this breathtaking evening of celebrating Coach Ferragamo's unmatched string of Los Angeles City Football Championships came when someone asked the question that was on everyone's mind:
Coach Ferragamo: In your 40 years of coaching, who was the best football player you ever coached?
Coach Ferragamo's response came without hesitation:
Michael Alo.
It was as if a bolt of lightning hit the room. The hair stood up on the back of my neck. The crowd of athletesfull of those who had tasted the full measure of fame and victory at the very highest levelsspontaneously leapt to its feet and gave Michael Alo a long and heartfelt standing ovation. Michael was thereby acknowledged as the best of all of the many, many superstars that Banning High School had ever produced. Above Freeman McNeil, above Clarence Reece, above Vince Ferragamo, above Ron Settles, above Steve Rivera, above Stanley Wilson. It was a truly stunning and electric moment. Michael sat there, engulfed by congratulations from many of the greatest athletes Los Angeles has ever known, taking in the salute with a champion's grace and humility. To see such famous superstar athletes on their feet praising one man, Michael Alo, was a truly magic moment.
The comparison between Bo Jackson and Michael Alo is a legitimate one. Both were incredibly powerful athletes. The observation that Bo was faster, but Michael was more diversified is correct. Even though Bo and Michael did not have full and lengthy careers, people know when they are in the presence of greatness.
Coach Ferragamo told the story of how Michael, after hours in the film room with Coach Ferragamo, found a way to beat the unbeatable legendary quarterback John Elway in the Los Angeles City Championship Game by discovering that Elway set his feet differently in taking the snap from the center whenever he planned to pass. This discovery allowed Michael to blitz or drop back or stand firm. Elway is in the pantheon of NFL quarterbacks along with Unitas, Namath, Tarkington, Bradshaw, Title, Young, Farve, Marino, Ferragamo and Montana. When you mention those superstars, you're in tall cotton. The fact that Michael went head to head with Elway and beat Elway says it all.
The Reece Family sends our prayers and condolences to the Alo Family. May God grant you peace. We too are grieving the loss of our football brother. For in Michael Alo, we were blessed to witness true greatness in our time.
Faye Leulusoo
January 14, 2017
MY PRAYERS GO TO THE FAMILY..MAY GOD'S CONTINUE BLESSINGS BE WTH U ALL...U WILL MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN...RIP BRO..
Michael Pacheco
January 14, 2017
I had the great pleasure of playing ball with Mike Alo from the Wilmington Boys Club to our undefeated season at Banning High School. He was a great athlete & humble person. My deepest condolences go out to Alo Family. Love a brother in football.
Teresa Johnson
January 14, 2017
Rest In Heaven to an amazing Son Husband friend a born legacy in football to watch thoughts prayers and love to his entire family God bless!
Peter Hunt
January 14, 2017
I'm deeply sadden to hear about Michael Alo's passing. I had the privilege growing up in the Cabbage Patch with his aiga, playing sports (Dolphin Park), and just hanging out with him at family functions. When we speak about High School football in the Southbay, the conversation is null if Michael Alo's name isn't mentioned. He IS the most athletic player I've ever seen play at the FB position. Speed, power, and agility. He had it all. Intimidation? Well, if you seen his massive body physique when he was in his prime you'll be like "who's that". However, you put a basketball in his hands, he was dunking on you (I witness that). He grabbed a softball bat and the balls were landing in my backyard 400+ feet. Again, the man was a beast. All around athlete. He's a Legend out of Carson, and his legacy will live on to generations to come. Love you uso, have a nice journey. #31BanningPilot #immortal
Joe Radisich
January 14, 2017
He was a legend. Remember going to a Banning-Carson game in 1979 at East LA. He was incredible. Got the honor of playing with him in the 1981 Lions game and getting to know him a little bit. Great guy. Always wondered what happened to him. May God Bless his soul and my deepest condolences to his family.
January 14, 2017
May the God of comfort provide comfort and endurance during this difficult time.
Tommy Luapo
January 14, 2017
Simply "The BEST".
He will always be our hero...
Joseph Scott
January 13, 2017
Very well said.
On behalf of all Banning Pilots, we thank you for your thoughtful words. And you're so right, Michael Alo was an inspiration to us all. And as we remember his life and legacy, we are all PILOTS. Peace & Blessings
Anonymous Believer
January 13, 2017
Michael Alo represented all that was BHS football back in the late 70's and early 80's. It was the zenith of L.A. City football. Banning played the CIF's best and were their equal. The intense Banning-Carson rivalry, which annually drew 19,000-20,000 fans during Alo's years as a player, will never ever be recaptured. Michael was electrifying to watch. If only the Pilots and Colts of today would have seen this storied rivalry back then.
Condolences to the Alo family.
Thank you Michael Alo. Rest in eternal peace.
January 13, 2017
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I pray in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared and will always cherish these beautiful memories . Romans 15:13 -
D. Wilmington-California
PATRICIA JOLLY-BENNETT
January 12, 2017
PATRICIA JOLLY-BENNETT
January 12, 2017
I AM SO........ LOST FOR WORDS!!! MIKE ALO WAS NOT ONLY MY CLASS MATE FOR OUR 3YRS @ BANNING HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 81"........ HE WAS A TRUE FRIEND TO EVERYONE OF ALL RACES!!! TO KNOW MIKE WAS TO TRULY "L♡VE" HIM!!! I CAN REMEMBER HAVING A BIOLOGY CLASS TOGETHER WITH ALL THE FOOTBALL GUYS....... & COACH WAS OUR TEACHER...... WHICH WAS NO JOKE!!! NOT ONLY WAS COACH THE MAN IN FOOTBALL...... HE MADE SURE THE GUYS KNEW THE CONCEPT OF WHAT BIOLOGY WAS ALL ABOUT; BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY..... HE MADE SURE THAT WE ALL PASSED THAT CLASS ON THE KNOWLEDGE WE LEARNED!!! I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS THAT IT WAS TRULY AN HONOR TO HAVE KNOWN MIKE..... & TO HAVE BEEN APART OF THE REAL DREAM TEAM HE HELP BUILD IN CLASS OF 81"!!!
MIKE I L♡VE YOU MAN........ YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED....... BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN!!! ♡
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE
ALO FAMILY....... & I PRAY THAT HIS SOUL CAN REST EASY WITH NO MORE PAIN!!!
Arlean
January 12, 2017
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your dear loved one. May our heavenly father provide strength and comfort to you during this time of grief, "For he is near to those broken at heart"? PS 34:17, 18
Frances Shepperd Nawaz
January 12, 2017
RIP MICHAEL ALO.
Robin Aflleje-Vitko
January 12, 2017
May God comfort family and loved ones for the loss of Michael. It has been a long time (Banning High), but I will always remember his smile and kind heart. My deepest condolences.
January 12, 2017
Back in the day every one knew the name Michael Alo RIP Sport Just A Fan
Joe Archuleta
January 12, 2017
May the loard shine is everlasting light on you Michael hope you score lots touchdowns in heaven have a good journey see you one day.
Kerri Morris
January 12, 2017
So sorry to hear of Michael Alo's death. Im a Banning graduate also and had the pleasure of knowing Ricky, Pango and Harry. My prayers are with the Family at their loss.
renee espino
January 12, 2017
My condolences to the Alo Family!
Mike was loved by all! I had the opportunity to be his friend while at Carnegie Jr. High ... had him in a class. But let me tell you ... that Mike Alo was so popular and well liked by everyone who encountered his presence!
Dear Lord, please comfort his family and friends who are shocked and saddened by his quick departure. We will all meet again ... someday!!
What a guy ... what a football player!!
God Bless the Alo Family.
Kindest regards,
Renee Espino
Amy Panek (Wittke)
January 12, 2017
To The Alo Family, sending you our Thoughts and Prayers for your Loss.. My heart breaks for your family. My Dad was the Kicking coach for Banning for many years and he would always speak so very highly of Mike. My sister and I were just talking about all the games we use to go to when we were younger and watch Mike Play. And as we got older and went to Banning ourselves. Everyone was still speaking highly of Mike. He was the best football player I have ever seen play..But most of all he was a kind hearted and thoughtful Man..I was telling my husband now my Dad and little brother can throw and kick the football around up in heaven together.. Again my deepest Sympathy's for your loss..God Bless You All...REST IN PEACE MIKE ALO #31 BANNING PILOTS!!
Amy Panek (Wittke)
January 12, 2017
To The Alo Family, sending you our Thoughts and Prayers for your Loss.. My heart breaks for your family. My Dad was the Kicking coach for Banning for many years and he would always speak so very highly of Mike. My sister and I were just talking about all the games we use to go to when we were younger and watch Mike Play. And as we got older and went to Banning ourselves. Everyone was still speaking highly of Mike. He was the best football player I have ever seen play..But most of all he was a kind hearted and thoughtful Man..I was telling my husband now my Dad and little brother can throw and kick the football around up in heaven together.. Again my deepest Sympathy's for your loss..God Bless You All...REST IN PEACE MIKE ALO #31 BANNING PILOTS!!
Jimmy George
January 12, 2017
Played for Chatsworth high school in 80's and marveled at Andrews and Alo backfield. I played running back and thought Alo was the best I ever saw. RIP my football brother.
Mark Kaveney
January 12, 2017
Lots of great high school memories shared with Mike. He was a great teammate and always positive. Seems like yesterday we were playing ball. God be with his family and loved ones.
Gina Schmitz
January 11, 2017
RIP Michael. You were a very special person both on and off the field. Sympathies to the Alo family and all who loved him.
Dino Bell
January 11, 2017
I had the opportunity to play in the Shrine football game with Michael and roomed with him at the Cal State Long Beach south team camp. Michael was one of the greatest football players I have ever seen. Most importantly, he was a great guy. You'll be missed my brother!
N Castaneda
January 11, 2017
I was never really in awe of another athlete as I played on the professional level.. There were two exceptions, Bo Jackson,who I saw up close and Michael Alo..Michael may not have been as fast as Bo but was more versatile..just as important he was a five star person!
J W
January 11, 2017
Back in the 70's and 80's the Marine League was king. I remember watching Stanley Wilson play at Banning and Freman McNeil play.
Then came Mike, this cat was super bad. He was the Earl Campbell of high school. He was tough to stop and hard to bring down. I attended Locke High School and we never stood a chance against Big Mike. One heck of a player.
Banning Pilots Football
January 11, 2017
Once a Pilot always a Pilot!
RIP Michael Alo (City champion 78, 79, 80)
BHS
City 4A Champions: 1958, 1960, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1983, 1985, 2000
4A finalists: 1957, 1975, 1984, 1986, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1999
Go Big Red!
Gordon Mueller
January 11, 2017
Mike was voted the best high school football player in the nation in his senior year. I remember it was announced at halftime during a college bowl game I was watching. He was the complete package...a combination of strength, speed, power at running back. He was an excellent blocker. He never came off the field. He also started at linebacker, he was the punter, he kicked off and kicked PATS, he ran back kick offs...there was no player like him during his time. He was so exciting to watch. During an off season, I remember on two occasions I was out riding my bike to a friends house at night and ran into Mike. Both times he was jogging. While most were out partying and just hanging out, Mike was out training. I remember seeing kids at games wearing jerseys with his number #31. Mike was also funny...he had a very humorous side. He had a unique laugh. I went to Carnegie Jr High when he was there before he left to go to Banning High School, Wilmington, Ca. I went to Carson High School the following year, Banning's cross town rival and nemesis. However, a rival we might have been, but I can tell you there were many on our side that admired Michael. His personality and certainly his athlete ability could not be denied. He was and is a high school football legend!
Julie Terrazas
January 11, 2017
Rest in peace
jeanine Harris-Santos
January 11, 2017
Wooooow this is very sad news...Micheal you were the best football player ever...I am in tears right now with sorrow on my heart from hearing about you passing away....you were then and you still are now The Greatest Football Player Ever to be on the field...Rest in Paradise ....love alawys your classmate Jeanine Harris-Santos
Punah Peleti
January 11, 2017
To the Alo family and Mike's children..May God be with you all during this time of mourning..May God comfort and strengthen you as you prepare our brother Mike's going home..RIHP Mike..Ia Manuia lou Malaga..Another true uso gone too soon..One thing for sure Mike..YOU will always be in our hearts..We love you..No more pain..alofa tele atu
Ramiro Villa
January 11, 2017
R. I. P
Jesse Griffith
January 11, 2017
TO THE ALO FAMILY, MY CONDOLENCES.... MIKE AND I GO BACK TO ELEMENTARY, ALL FROM SPORTS. THEN THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL AND DANCING.... JOHN MADDEN ONCE SAID " ONLY 1 KID "EVER" COULD GO FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO THE NFL, AND THAT KIDS NAME I S MIKE ALO!!! Til we see each other again, REST IN PEACE MY LIFE LONG FRIEND, REST IN PEACE!!!!
January 11, 2017
I followed Mike's playing days at Banning and as a kid I used to pretend to be him when I was playing tackle football with my friends. My older brother had a friend that worked as the BHS team manager and was able to get me one of Mike's practice jerseys. I remember showing the kids around the block and they were in awe that I had it. Rest in peace Mike. You'll always be remembered as a Pilot and one of the areas all time greats!!
Debi Nemit
January 11, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed.
Ron Walker
January 11, 2017
I didn't know Michael Alo personally but I might as well have. I grew up in the South Bay (City of Torrance) and followed his high school career as much as I followed my own school. I knew players on both sides of what was and continues to be one of the biggest high school rivalries, following both Banning and Carson High Schools in the local news papers. I know that to a man, players on both sides were fierce competitors on the field and yet best of friends and brothers off the field. The years Michael Alo played football, both Banning and Carson High Schools yielded some of the best college and professional football players in the country. They were also men of character and Michael led them all by his example. Today we are saddened by the news of his passing. His passing gives us reason to mourn. We are saddened and we will certainly miss him. But his passing also gives us reason to pause to remember what is important in this life and to relive those memories and to remember him for the giant of a man among boys that he was and that we were all blessed to have known him. I was and will always be a Spartan...... But regardless of our high school affiliations, be it Spartan, Colts or whatever, today we are all Pilots and proud to be so as we celebrate his life. Michael, may your body rest in peace as your spirit is reunited with family and loved ones as well as other Pilots and Colts who have also passed. You are now free of all of the physical pains and limitations that have more recently taken its toll on your body. Thank you for providing those of us on the sidelines with so much excitement and for sharing your life with us. Until that great day, God speed.
January 11, 2017
He was a kind person - a beast of an athlete but also a gentle sole off the field. At 16 most of looked like little boys - at 16 he looked like a D1 athlete. He had a great smile and a super sense of humor...He will me missed, "Super Mike".
RIP Mike Alo my friend.
R Navarro
January 11, 2017
Rest In Love Coach Alo
January 11, 2017
Rip mike...legend !!
Noel Hina
January 11, 2017
I remember him when i Played Pop Warner football I was just a little guy and he was this giant he told me not to be scared of anything because my football pads would protect me he was always helping the kids out in Pop Warner football at Harbor College what a great guy still remember till this day may God Comfort you (USO)
January 11, 2017
My condolence to Michael's family. He was an outstanding football player. I remember when we were at Carnegie that he used to practice kicking the ball on the blacktop. The coach would hold the ball on the pavement for him and Michael would send it booming into the sky. He will always be remembered as the pride of Banning High. I associate him and Danny Andrews as the best backfield any school could ever have. Two City Championships! I wish he had the chance to keep going in college at USC, he would have been one of the greatest. After all these years he is still a legend to me and my friends. Please Rest In Peace.
P. Carmona
Banning Class of 1981
Alice Salcido
January 11, 2017
R.I.P. My Condolences To The Family : Amen:
Koka Aumua
January 10, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Alo family..
Manuel Osborn
January 10, 2017
Had the pleasure to watch you play football as,a kid you inspired a whole neighborhood RIP #dolphin park legend
Tracey Taylor Young
January 10, 2017
Rest in Heaven Big Mike. One of Carson's Own...It was Pleasure to have known you . Banning Pilot for Life You will be missed but we will always Remember your beautiful smile
NICK akins
January 10, 2017
We played Banning Hs my 10th grade yr, MY 1st hs football game 1979 at Gardena High.Micheal Alo on a dive from the 5 yd line carried 6 players into the end zone. A man against boys.We opened with Banning my junior yr in 1980 and at the the pre-game meet with ref's Alo is in shorts with a cast on his arm,when I go back to our sideline and tell our team he is not playing the entire team clapped and cheered( we were that in awe f him)after the game he found me and told me I was a good player and should have come to Banning great compliment)super nice guy and the best high school player I SAW IN PERSON ...RIP #31
Kevin S
January 10, 2017
He was the best pure power runner Carson has ever produced Go big Red
Karen Johnson powell
January 10, 2017
Michael we met in Junior high, you were always so funny and kind and an awesome athlete
I always remember you and Danny Andrew's. God bless you and your family RIP my friend.
Angela Wrenn-Cardenas
January 10, 2017
I was in the 10th grade when Michael was a senior. I am proud to say we were Pilots together. I was picked on, ridiculed and bullied a lot. Michael protected me; he walked me to class and to the bus, then he taught me how to protect myself. I will always love him and be grateful for his kindness and friendship. RIP Michael and Thank you for the privilege of calling you friend.
Mark
January 10, 2017
Best high school player I've ever seen. None have come close. Great individual person
January 10, 2017
I loved this guy. He was one of my brother's best friends back in good old days and always was so welcoming and friendly to me whenever I ran into him. He will be missed. RIP Michael
Marlene Koon-Barron
January 10, 2017
My heart goes out to his family. He was an amazing person. A friend I had the pleasure to know from early childhood. I was bless to know him. I pray that God comforts the family during this time of sorrow. Gone too soon! Rest in heaven my friend.
Banning High Football 1982
Jaime Sanchez
January 10, 2017
Michael , this Jaime Sanchez and I had the honor to play on the same field with you. It was great to grow up with you and we practiced kicking footballs at Dolphin Park.
Everyone wanted to hangout with you because you cared about people. God has a new team player with your number that will be forever remembered.
Rest In Peace my brother.
Jaime Sanchez
Director of Tournaments
NFL Alumni SoCal
Isabel Koceja
January 10, 2017
Rest in Peace sweet childhood friend.
Wanda
January 10, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss . May the God of all comfort be with you and your family during this difficult time .
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