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for Michael Spellman
Robert Flessas
August 28, 2009
Over the last 6 months or so, I had the honor of meeting and playing onstage with Mike at Callies in Brookfield. While sitting at the bar waiting for our turn to jam, Mike and I talked about life, politics and music. Even though I only knew him for a short time, I will miss him as a mentor and music buddy.
Bob Luedtke
August 25, 2009
I worked with Mike at Allis Chalmers back in the mid-70’s. Mike was a heavy machinery assembler as well as a painter. Mike assisted “John the painter” and soon found himself taking the lead placing the finishing touches on steam turbines, pumps and cement mining equipment. Mike could do it all. We had many conversations usually over a cold one at Tom and Jerry’s Bar but I never was aware that Mike had a secret passion for music. As sad as I was to learn of Mike’s passing, I am able to take comfort knowing that Mike lived his dream to the fullest. God Bless you Mike.
Roger Jokela
August 23, 2009
my condolences to all of Mike's friends and family....i met Mike watching Packers games in Nashville when i first moved here (I'm also a cheesehead) and then got to know him when he played bass with many of my friends in town....great guy...such sad news but at least the last day of his life he was doing what he wanted to be doing...playing music...RIP buddy.....
Gary Sprong
August 22, 2009
I worked with Mike forty years ago cleaning school buses and didn't see him again until recently by chance. I was glad to see him again and he made me feel like I was still one of his friends and we caught up on old times and life. I have been sad knowing that I wont have that opportunity to hear him play and or talk to him again. I can't imagine how much Karen and his family are going to miss him.
August 22, 2009
To Ken and the rest of Michaels family,
Please accept the thoughts and prayers of the Maintenance Staff at the Jewish Home and Care Center
Paul Bischoff
Bob Maciejewski
Jim Hahn
Anthony Nowaczynski
Kirk Gregg
Randy Quint
John Gruenwald
Kriste Sankey
August 21, 2009
Karen,
I have no words to express my sorrow for your loss...Although it has been a long time, just know I am thinking of you and wish you strength and courage to get through this.
I have many many great memories of going to watch the boys play - remember when?? We had a great time - and you and Mike were meant to be...
Take care
Kriste Sankey
August 21, 2009
I am sorry for your loss. I considered mike a friend. He always had a smile and a kind word for me at his gigs with geoff
August 21, 2009
Karen,
I have been thinking of you so often. I am very sorry for your loss.Sounds like Mike was a pretty special guy. I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to know him better !
Your grateful knitting friend,
Jan Treolo
Dawn Richards
August 21, 2009
Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike will be missed greatly. You are in my prayers.
Kevin Douglas
August 21, 2009
Karen, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Mike and I made a lot of great music together and took the Nashville plunge at about the same time. Our love of music and the Packers was our bond and I'm honored to have been one of his friends. May God bring you comfort in this time of need.
Kevin Douglas
August 21, 2009
Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed watching Mike play. My thoughts and prayers are with you and with all who are hurting at this time.
Maureen Dugan
Sam McCue
August 21, 2009
Karen, I am truly sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We spent many, many hours at Ralph Hanzel's talking about guitars, basses and the music business in general. He was a genuinely nice man and will be sorely missed in the music community. Please accept my sincere condolences. Sam McCue
August 21, 2009
My Brother
I have in one way or another followed your career from the backyard on. Even working as sound man in the early years, it made me proud to see my big brother on stage.
Packer Sundays are never going to be the same and I will hoist one for you at Smokey's and as usual, drink your green touchdown shot.
I will miss you Mikey,
Ken
Jack Dalton
August 20, 2009
Mike my friend from many years ago,I remember when you picked up that first bass, I think it was Crosby,Stills,Nash and Young that tripped your trigger back then. I'm glad to hear your music brought you so much life and love.
May God bless you the way he blessed your family and friends with you
Mike & nephew Tim in 1979
Patti & Richard Blomquist & Nick Beshensky
August 20, 2009
Mike ~ Your music is your legacy but I will remember you making Tim giggle when he would fuss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Spellman family.
Nikki Plachinski
August 20, 2009
Karen, There are no words to describe the loss youre feeling.
Mike will be greatly missed by everyone. I know he is watching down over all his family and friends and playing bass with all the great musicians up there.
May God Bless you and everyone whose lives you have touched.
Your memory will always be with us. God Bless you Mike.
Tracy Brachmann
August 20, 2009
Karen,
I'm so sorry for your loss.....please take comfort knowing that I'm thinking of you. It was so nice to meet Mike at Stitch n Pitch....now that's a true Brewer fan....to sit around a bunch of women....who are knitting while watching the Brewers actually win a game!
August 19, 2009
Being a fan of live music and local bands I could not help to become a fan of Mike. It was easy to recognize his talent and passion for music. Standing next to Les Paul at stage right is Mike Spellman, and the music plays on...
Matt Jewell
August 19, 2009
Mike, your presence on stage and off will greatly be missed. It was an honor to listen to you play with Geoff Landon and the Wolfpack. Although Geoff may find someone to play Bass for the band, you will never be replaced as your memory will live on forever. It is you who we will see on stage. May God bless you and all who love you. Now the Band in heaven will be complete. The sound of you playing Bass and the Angels playing their Harps, will be, well, Heavenly. God Bless you Mike.
Craig Evans
August 19, 2009
Wow Mike you had big a positive influence on many, including me. You were so easy and fun to talk with. I'm going to miss being your bass comrade. Hold down the bottom in heaven buddy.
Whit
August 19, 2009
Mike,
I am so glad that we are friensa. It was alway good to solve the world's problems over coofee in the morning at Badger and then to see you at gigs when that was done. I was glad to see you last week at Oz.County Fair. We always seem to run into each other at the strangest times. Well until that time my friend, until that time.
Mike Tischer
August 19, 2009
Mikey -
You were nothing less than a continual parade of laughter, smiles, and good times. We're all going to miss your positive energy.
- Be well, my friend.
August 19, 2009
You have been a friend for so long, we can't imagine life without you. You will be missed. There is a large hole in the band that will be all but impossible to fill. Play those notes in heaven, as we are sure that is where you are.
Our deepest sympathy to Karen and family, may you find peace in time.
Love, Scott & Debbie Moz
Gary Brunclik
August 19, 2009
Mike,
I will always have that lasting memory of you, Joey Benton, and I in our first garage band in the 9th grade. Man we sucked. But it certainly did define our paths in life and in the afterlife.
You are sorely missed and never forgotten in our hearts and minds. Although we didn't see each other as our musical paths went in different directions when we did it was great catching up on our endeavors. We will again.
Michael Gasper
August 19, 2009
It was a great time performing with you Mike at jam sessions... looks like Mark P. and you got it going-on upstairs. It also looks like us lugs down here will have to hold down the fort!
You've got my prayers and thoughts with you, may God always be with you Mike.
Love You and God Bless,
Mike Gasper
Tracey & Rick Pomeroy
August 19, 2009
No long explanation
No reconciliation
No let's-talk-it-over number I can call
Goodbye says it all
Goodbye...
The harmony isn't the same...but the memories remain. Until we see you again Big bro, know that we're thinking of you. We'll miss you Mikey! Mom likes you best!
Lori Charney
August 19, 2009
Mike, Even tho it seemed like months at times that we all saw one another between gigs, we all knew we'd come together soon enough! That day "now" will never come again. "Tallulah Who" will never be the same band, but I will cherish always how "amazing" you all were together! Karen, I am so sorry that Mike left way to soon. I can't imagine your pain.
Our hearts are Broken,
Lori Charney
(Tallulah Who-Stage Manager)
August 19, 2009
No long explanation
No reconciliation
No let's-talk-it-over number I can call
Goodbye says it all
Goodbye...
Deb Lopez
August 19, 2009
Dear Mike... it sure was awesome playing with you. I can't say enough how much I admired your playing ability. You were sure an incredible musician. We'll miss you Mike. It will never be the same when I'm on stage and look to my right....
Karen, I'm so sorry for your loss...
God Speed...
Deb Lopez
(Tallulah Who)
Chris Conrad
August 19, 2009
Sharing a stage, a beverage, or just a conversation with Mike was always a joy. Peace, my friend.
Chris Conrad
August 19, 2009
karen, we are so sorry for your loss. i know that mike played with some of the best but what i liked most about mike was his willingness to share his time with the rest of us less talented.
just as the music brought us together in life so shall it bring us together in his passing.
we will miss you
love mark and jeri
Ellen Johnson
August 19, 2009
Karen, so sorry for your loss. I'm glad I got to meet Mike at Stitch and Pitch. I'll be thinking of you, Ellen Johnson
August 19, 2009
your music will always play on in our hearts..i"ll miss you bro..andy
Karen Goodman
August 19, 2009
Karen,
I am very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Mikey will be missed greatly.
Hey Mike- Nice boots.
Karen and Mark Goodman.
August 19, 2009
Hey Mikey...
I just may have to keep showing off my "tattoo" at the shows. Sure am gonna miss you my friend...
Bobbo
Todd Fink
August 19, 2009
Mike you were a true friend and it was a pleasure to share so many gigs with you (and more than a few beers too!) I'll never forget you buddy.
Sid Seehawer
August 19, 2009
Mike your are such a Character, I say it that way cuz your memory will live on, Not "were". You make so many people laugh and smile, You bring Joy to all who speak with you. So continue to spread joy and laughter in your continued Jouney. God Bless,
Sid Seehawer
Cheri Neibauer
August 19, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Mike will be missed & remembered by all. My prayers are with you.
August 19, 2009
Good night Honey I love you.
Those are the words you said to me each night. I miss you - Damn it you told me I'd miss you when you were gone. I just don't think you knew how much.
You are in Heaven playing with your Mom and the rest of the greats.
Love you,
Your Poopsie
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