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for Michael Hellard
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janet mcclanahan
October 29, 2006
Mike, It will soon be a year since we lost your smiling face. I miss you and your wise cracks about Elvis.
Tim Seeberger
November 9, 2005
To Mike's Family,
He was always a gentleman to me, as he spoke to me honestly and treated me fairly. I learned from our conversations and always thought of him with the most respect. I am sorry to hear of his passing as I have thought of him recently and wondered how he was doing. We were competitors in business, and a friend in business.
I will always consider him a mentor, and I wish you and the family business success.
JIM AND NANCY WIESE
November 7, 2005
ELAINE, JEREMY AND JUSTIN AND FAMILIES
knowing mike was a pleasure that will stay with me through the rest of my life -- seeing him take the business i started and building on it successfully for several years will be a fond memory in my heart -- at this time of loss and sadness - know that you all are in our prayers....
Paula and Fred Pope
November 7, 2005
We sat in front of Mike at the UK games in Commonwealth Stadium the last few years. We were always impressed with his knowledge of the game. We were there this year when he attended his last game and he told us that he only had a short time to live, but he knew God had a plan for him and he just wanted to attend a game one more time. We were impressed by Mike's courage and his faith. We extend our deepest sympathy to his family, and we will miss our "football expert" at UK games.
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Jon H & Peggy Durkin
November 6, 2005
Edna and Dewey are very proud of you and the Father you became such a wonderful role model for everyone who had the pleasure of having you touch their lives in such a special way
Greg & Keene Howard
November 6, 2005
Elaine,
We have been out of town and returned home after the services for Mike. We are so sorry to have missed seeing you during this time. Please know how much we loved and respected Mike for his courageous and inspiring faith as he has been on this difficult journey. Our Friday night encounters at Rafferty's and other places were always such a testimony to his character! We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. May God provide an abiding and comforting peace now and for always. Heaven is a better place today!
Jeff and Mary Treadway
November 6, 2005
Dear Elaine and family,
Mike Hellard was a wonderful Christian man and a good son to his Mother Edna. Jeff and I enjoyed the time we spent with you and Mike at the Hackers country club party last December. Mike was so funny and always supportive. As in Timothy, Mike Hellard, "fought a good fight".
May God Bless,
Jeff and Mary Treadway
Sonja Ritchie
November 5, 2005
Jeremy and Justin-
Your dad meant so very much to me, and this loss will leave a huge void for many, many people!
Since the day I first met Mike I felt like we had been friends for a lifetime because of his smiling face and gentle kindness.
I will certainly miss his joking abuse and wonderful smile each time I enter the door of the shop.
My thoughts are with you,
Sonja
Terry Lawson
November 5, 2005
Elaine, our prayers are with you and the children. Mike was such a wonderful person who, I know, has given you and the family many fond memories. Cherish them and know that he's where he wants to be, watching over you and waiting until we all meet again. Fully rely on God and he will see you through. Our love to you. Terry & Bert
Joe Morphew
November 5, 2005
Well, I will try to make this short, but no promises. I met Mike years ago when he started dating my sister. He was always so outgoing, so happy, cheerful and funny. He nicknamed me "Kangy Moses". I'm really not sure why, or how he came up with that name but I loved it. He would let me drive his gold and black camaro down to the store. I was only 17 then so I thought I was cool driving the big man's car. I really liked Mike. Over the years as we all grew up, I lost track of him untill a few months ago when he had called my dad. I got his e-mail address and he would send me e-mails with jokes and different things almost every week. Until tonight I never knew he grew up a block behind me on Longview Drive. I grew up on Sheridan Drive then moved to Gainesway later. Mike was a great guy, obviously loved by many of us. I hope that someday I can live my life the way he did his. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, his sons, and family.
Candi Garrison
November 4, 2005
Jeremy---We are so sorry to hear about your father...please know that everyone at James Lane Allen Elementary are thinking of you and your family during this time.
Jason Osborne
November 4, 2005
Having grown up with Jeremy and being family friends of the Hellards for many years, it sorrows me deeply to hear of the passing of Mr. Hellard. My family and I send our prayers to Mrs. Hellard, the boys and the rest of the family and friends.---The Osborne Family
Mary Whittington
November 4, 2005
I was one of Mike's chemo nurses for several years. It was always a pleasure to see his smiling face and hear his many, sometimes hard to believe, stories. It was an honor to have known him. I am deeply sorry for your loss--he'll be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Bert Lawson
November 4, 2005
I have only known Mike for a few years but I want the Family to know how Terry and I enjoyed knowing him and his Family. We will pray for all the people who miss him.
larry humes
November 4, 2005
barry sorry to hear of your and your familys loss.
Ray Morphew
November 4, 2005
I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I have known Mike for many years, he almost seemed like our own son before his marriage. He would come over for dinner at least 3 or 4 times every week, always full of life, happy and he had a way of making his happieness contagious. I know he will be missed dearly by his family and many friends. My prayers are with you all.
Betsy Armstrong-Thomas
November 4, 2005
I haven't seen Mike in years but I was always crazy about him. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Dorothy Ford
November 4, 2005
My deepest sympathy to all of the family. My prayers are with you.
Sue Harnett
November 4, 2005
Mike was such an inspiration to me. How lucky I am to have crossed paths with Mike. If I had to follow in ones footsteps, I would gladly walk in Mike's. This isn't a goodby, just "See ya on the other side"
Libby Duncan
November 4, 2005
I got to meet and know Mike while working at the Keeneland Shop for 4 years while attending college. He was such a nice and fun guy and I know he will be missed. His family is in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
norman mcmillan
November 3, 2005
HAVE KNOWN AND WORKED WITH MIKE FOR OVER 20 YEARS..SO SORRY
NORMAN MCMILLAN
Monte LaFrana
November 3, 2005
The the Hellard Family
Thinking of you -
And though my words cannot begin
to ease the loss you bear,
I only hope it helps, somehow,
to know how much I care.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Monte LaFrana
Tommy Carter
November 3, 2005
Mike and I grew up together on Longview as well. Mike, Nancy, Danny, Barry, and my brother Mike. I wasn't in contact with Mike for many years but during the last three years we talked many times at Mike's business and UK football games. Mike always had a smile, as a child on Longview through a few weeks ago when we last talked. Mike, his brothers and sister, his Mother (Edna) and Father (Dewey) made a lasting impression on my family that helped shape my family's life forever. Mike's positive attitude during his illness didn't surprise me because he's been that way since we were kids. Myrna and I are in California visiting our kids and won't be able to attend services. I wish Mike's family faith and prayers during this time. I will miss Mike very much.
Tommy and Myrna Carter
DUDLEY WEBB
November 3, 2005
We were so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Our prayers are with his family.
Susan Wright Prater
November 3, 2005
November 3, 2005
Mike and I grew up together on Longview Drive in Lexington . . . we've been friends for 50 years. I have so many good memories of our school years: joking & giggling through 12 years of classes,walking to Clays Mill together, riding the bus to Leestown & Hamilton Hall, walking to Lafayette Junior & Senior . . . and Mike always had that ready smile that made his blue eyes sparkle. He was such a good friend to me, and always so kind to my parents. We're all going to miss him terribly. I'm grateful that his faith was so strong and that I'll see him again someday soon. I pray that his family can take great comfort in that promise during these sad days. I love you, dear Friend; rest well and peacefully in God's loving arms forever and ever, and meet us at the Gates when God calls us Home.
Claudette Meiners
November 3, 2005
There is an empty seat at Raffertys, an empty seat at church and an empty place in my heart. But, boy Heaven is a lot happier today. Bobby, Susan, Gary and Mike are having a great time. Can you imagine who is monoplizing the conversation? He said he would wait for me, in side the gate on the left side. What a day that will be. Much love to you Elaine.
Sandy (Ken) Tate
November 3, 2005
Ken and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. Anytime we ran into Mike, he always delighted us with his positive attitude and tremendous sense of humor. We are praying for each of you and we ask the Lord to bring comfort to you through your family and many friends.
Vicki Hoven
November 3, 2005
Dear Elaine & Family: What a great man. Great in so many ways: husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and most important = a Christian. I am so sorry he is no longer with us on earth, but oh what a celebration he is having with the Lord. Mike was so ready to be with Him and let everyone know his confidence in the Lord. My heart is sadden by his death, but joyful for his eternal life. He will be missed by all. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. May God now give you comfort and encouragement. Your friend, Vicki
janet mcclanahan
November 3, 2005
My prayers and sympathy to all of Mike's familly. He was a fine man and a good friend and I will miss him a lot. We know he is out of pain now and is were he wanted to go. He was an inspiration to all who knew him, the way he fought his battle till the end. He was a friend to Bobby thru his battle also. He will be truly missed.
Jim Jordan
November 3, 2005
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike.I have known him since both our childhood,he was a good person and will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
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