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Michael Eash Obituary

MICHAEL SHAWN EASH JR., 40 ROSCOE - Michael Shawn Eash Jr., 40, was taken from us on Feb. 1, 2014. Born April 24, 1973, to Shirley (Jon) Eash-Amsbaugh and Michael (Samantha) Eash. Mike attended Rockford and Harlem schools. He was an avid Minnesota fan, loved fishing and spending time with family and friends. Mike is survived by his parents; girlfriend, Shel Burkhamer; daughter, Paris and an unborn child; siblings, Chad (Megan) Eash, Danielle (Larry) Hanley, Joseph Amsbaugh; Dana (David) Corey; grandparents, Jane and Grant Eash, Georgia Smith, JoAn Amsbaugh; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends. Predeceased by grandfathers, Raymond Smith and Jim Amsbaugh. Benefit and memorial service to be established at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made at BMO Harris Bank, 4844 Hononegah Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073, 815-623-1551, in memory of Michael S. Eash Jr.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Feb. 8 to Feb. 9, 2014.

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Melissa Savalla

February 15, 2014

To Michael's family & friends I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember him when we were kids he was so fun to be around he can always make you laugh. I'm truly sorry.

wanda smith

February 11, 2014

They say time heals a broken heart. I say they are wrong. God took a piece of my heart when he called you home.I know you are in a better place but it still hurts. I love you Mikey and miss you. I know we didn't talk daily but we were only a phone call away.

michelle oglesby

February 11, 2014

God has taken u way to soon i know u will watch over all of us

February 10, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this difficult time. We will miss you.

laurie eash-hatcher

February 10, 2014

hey cuzz i miss ya and im looking after your lil brother for you from down below while your looking from above luv ya

February 10, 2014

Was sad to hear this news. I used to babysit him and his brother. Sending prayers to his family.

February 9, 2014

God bless you Michael.

February 9, 2014

My heart goes to all of the familes- Mike Sr I am so sorry for your loss of your son. Timmy called me right away to see if I could have found out anything for you, but our Sue - was gone for a few days. love Barb Penticoff.

becky sherwood

February 9, 2014

Mikey your craziness and wonderful smile will never be forgotten by this girl. Thank you for all the good memories. ... see you on the other side

Jess Martin

February 9, 2014

Love and miss you.

aunt Patti. n. uncle john

February 9, 2014

Love u mikie forever

Michelle & girls Hettich

February 9, 2014

I will miss u cuz. I have to remember the good times whwn we were little. We will keep your memory alive and tell you kids about you. I will see you again. Give grandpa a big hug. RIP Mike

David Mohr

February 9, 2014

Mike Sr. was my neighbor for a lot of years. My sympathy and prayers go out to the Eash Family. Rest In Peace, young man. Too young, too soon...

Jenina Walters

February 9, 2014

you were very much loved and appreciated from this girl. we had some good times and some bad but in the end you were a true friend and man to me. You definitely went too soon! Rest in peace!

Roxanne Lamparter

February 9, 2014

God has you now but we will see you again some day love you to the moon.

laurie eash-hatcher

February 9, 2014

love and miss ya

February 9, 2014

sorry for your loss may God give you peace Darcey K

Stuart Manley

February 9, 2014

It is very hard hearing that you are gone. Your only 3 days older than me.

You always made me laugh my friend.

May your family find the strength and the love they need.

You will be missed.

Stuart Manley

February 9, 2014

Sorry to hear your gone my friend, you always made me smile. Hard to think your only 3 days older than me. May your family find the strength and love they need. You will be missed.

February 8, 2014

Chad and Danielle,

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time.

Lucky Mitchell
Retired Harlem Driver Ed teacher

Kurt & Shelly Schmidt

February 8, 2014

We will all miss you Michael. You touched so many people's lives. RIP Michael. Our thoughts and prayers go to Shirley and Family.

Bill Wheeler

February 8, 2014

We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Our hearts go out to all your family for this senseless loss. Sending you our thoughts and prayers.

Bill & Debbie

February 8, 2014

Gone but never forgotten. In our hearts forever . Our prayers go out to his family. Uncle joe and aunt tootsie.

Greg

February 8, 2014

Thoughts and prayers are with you all,hang in there..God Bless

Sharon Booker

February 8, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all at this time. God bless each and everyone of you and keep you in his care and give you strength at this difficult time.

Midge Schmidt

February 8, 2014

Michael you are deeply loved and will be missed in our family. Our prayers are with you Shirley and family.

Sharon Crowe-Borzym

February 8, 2014

Shirley and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for peace in your souls and love to fill the space in your hearts.

Tasha Hada

February 8, 2014

Love u to the moon and back Michael Eash u will be missed by so many. We will make sure your never forgotten

February 8, 2014

I am truely sorry for your loss...prayer and thoughts are with you.....

sonya gibson worthington

February 8, 2014

I am so sorry for your lost. I know what it is losing a son & my heart goes out to your family.

Monica Thompson

February 8, 2014

You will be missed so very much Michael. RIP

tim alfredson

February 8, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Heather Eash

February 8, 2014

I Love You Michael and we will never forget you!

Sue Stanfel/Gillette

February 8, 2014

Shirley, I am so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Unfortunately, I know your pain, may you find peace and comfort my friend.

ali nieman

February 8, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss , my thoughts and prayers are with you , Michael was a great man and I was blessed to know him ,

Toshia Smith

February 8, 2014

Mike was taking too soon from this earthly life. My thoughts, prayers and love are extended out to everyone who knew and loved him.

February 8, 2014

Dave & Dana Corey

February 8, 2014

luv u aunt jan.....see you

February 8, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers will be with your family. Michael you were a great guy, we will all miss you terribly :(

February 8, 2014

It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Sonnie & Angela Smith

February 8, 2014

Rest in Paradise Eash! You will so be missed by all your family, friends and lived ones!

February 8, 2014

I love you baby and you will be forever in my heart, as well as your children's. I miss you So much and our home is way to silent without you.

Georgia Smith

February 8, 2014

We will miss you but we will meet again some day,love you mike!

Raymond Smith

February 8, 2014

Michael you were my first nephew and i remember the day you were born like it was yesterday.I will remember you always and your going to be missed by many including me.RIP Michael and will see you soon.Love always,Uncle Dale.

Sheri King

February 8, 2014

Gonna miss you Cuz....give Gramps a kiss for me...Love you

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