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Michael Qualter Obituary
Michael J. Qualter, 53, of Cocoa, FL, Lieutenant and long time employee in the Brevard County Sheriff's department, Air Force veteran, and Child Advocate, passed away suddenly on November 3, 2011, while on vacation in TN.
He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend, Vicki Qualter; his mother, Barbara Qualter Pantano (Phil); his sister, Mary Smithson (Jon), and their son, Eric; his brother, Thomas F. Qualter, Jr. (Robin), and their children Thomas F. Qualter lll (Kristen) and Courtney Bodkin (Kevin).
A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, December 2, 2011 at Divine Mercy Catholic Church on Merritt Island, followed by a Memorial Service in their social hall.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Qualter
Barbara Mahnke
November 24, 2024
Mike was such a kind man. He was honorable and always put others first. He was an advocate for children, the most vulnerable. I know God has a special place in Heaven for him. God bless you Vicki,
Bruce Parker
November 22, 2023
I sure loved to work with Mike. What a great guy. After I retired and moved to the Smokies, Mike had me over to his great A-frame cabin in Pigeon Forge. Cant believe he´s been gone that long from us. Bruce Parker
Barbara Mahnke
November 22, 2020
Thinking of Michael and remembering him...the honorable man he was. Michael was kind, honest, thoughtful, always putting others first.
Fritz Gurschick
November 22, 2020
Mike was one of those people whom you'll never forget. When thinking of Mike, it always brings a smile to my face. So sad he didn't get to enjoy his "retirement years".
Barbara Mahnke
November 22, 2019
Michael was an honorable, kind., Godly man.He was a man of respect!
shirley and carter
November 22, 2019
Michael was a wonderful person and well respected in the Brevard County Sheriff's Department. A person like this will never be forgotten. Vicki, his wife, is a friend of mine and a better person than you can ever meet. We will always remember you Michael. love.
Shirley Carter, Merritt Island Florida
Fritz Gurschick
December 27, 2011
Mike worked for me for a short time while he was in the USAF. MIke was an outstanding troop and I was hoping he would make a career of the USAF. Without a doubt, the USAF's loss was the Brevard County Sheriff's departments gain.
The loss of Mike comes as a shock and he will be sadly missed. Our prayers go out to Vicki and the rest of Mike's family.
Mike and his friend Danny P. will understand this: "Hey you guys, put that nurf football down, before you break something or someone gets hurt".
Tim Qualter
December 3, 2011
We were very sorry to hear of Michaels passing. He is in the thoughts and prayers of his Aunt Mary, cousins Tim, Jim and Marianne (Qualter) Alfieri.
Audrey Edens
December 2, 2011
Mike shined in his chosen field, helping so many who were powerless to help themselves at the time.
Condolence to all that cared and loved him.
December 2, 2011
Vicki, Mike and I graduated R/C pilot school about the same time. I knew him as a friend, a gentleman and a pretty slick R/C pilot! We will miss him out at the "flying field".
Jim Nimocks, M.D.
Melinda Turbe
December 1, 2011
The world lost a wonderful man who gave service to everone. I will always remember our time shared both in the Police Academy and in our jobs serving the public. You will be missed by All.
Your Friend,
Melinda Turbe
Pam & Jim Johnson
November 30, 2011
Sharing your heartache, sending you love, wishing you peace. With deepest sympathy.
November 30, 2011
Vicky, I met you and Mike years ago and knew you were a SPECIAL COUPLE and the years have proven me right. My heart is with you at this time. Love
Your friend
Shirley Carter, Merritt Island Fl
Barbara Mahnke
November 29, 2011
Dear Vicki, Mike was an honorable gentlmen, one of the finest I have ever known. He came to work for us when he first moved to Florida prior to going to the Academy. I am so very saddened that the world has lost such a wonderful soul but feel very honored to have called him friend. He will be remembered with love & respect.
Barbara
November 29, 2011
Auntie Bobbie,
I don't have your address so I am writing here. I am so sorry to hear about Michael's death. I can only imagine how all of you feel. Death is never easy for those left behind but when it comes unexpectedly, I think it is always more difficult to accept. Please know that my Mother,my Sisters and I will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love
Mary Christine
November 29, 2011
Vicki, Mike and I were class mates in the Police Academy. Mike was a real prince and I will miss him. But knowing Mike he will be placed with the greats in heaven. Bill Norris
Bruce Parker
November 28, 2011
Vicki, I will so miss having my friend up here in Sevierville. He had a heart of gold. Gloria and I look forward to seeing you back up here, keeping all of your and Mike's plans for retirement. I am so glad to have had him as a friend.
Stephen Reeves
November 28, 2011
May God take and hold you in his arms Michael. I will miss you as a friend and co/worker. (Motor deputy Sheriff retired) Your friend in life.
Robin Qualter
November 28, 2011
In loving memory of my wonderful brother-in-law. We will pray for you, love you, and miss you always.
Pamela Rios
November 28, 2011
Mike ,it was an honor to work with you, when I worked in the Communications Center and with you in CID. Vicki, words can not express my sorrow. Our guys left us way to soon, I know they're up there catching up with all of our deputy friends that have gone on before them. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Davis
November 28, 2011
Way too young to leave us. My prayers will be with his family.
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