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GILDEN , Michael
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Published by Los Angeles Times on Jan. 4, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Gilden

90 Entries

Rick

January 31, 2025

Dear Meredith....

I was watching a back episode of NCIS and saw Carol Wilson. I´ve always admired your work, especially the way you smacked around Denny Crane on Boston Legal.

For some reason, I decided to look up your backstory on the web and came across the tragedy you went through many years ago. Indeed, this is the first post to Michael´s board in 18 years. I hope this post doesn´t open a wound, but I felt it important to write.

I just wanted to say how much I´ve admired your work and how deeply sorry that you went through such an awful experience. I´ve read the entire thread and saw your notes of love and pain and I could feel your feelings. They were remarkable and pulled at my heartstrings.

I see that you have remarried and have a child. I `m glad that the sun shines on you now with new love and the blessings of a child, life´s greatest gift.

I´ve come to believe that our children are our greatest work. While people will enjoy your performance long after your time has passed, your child and future generations will be your most valuable, rewarding and lasting achievement.

I know that the loss of someone you truly love stays with us through life. But I hope that you are happy and joyful with your family. Heaven knows, you deserve nothing less.

May God be with you and look after you and those who you love for the rest of your days.

Be well, Meredith.

Cyndi & Kait

December 7, 2007

Michael,

I (we) miss you so very much. You are thought about a least once a day. We continue to pray for Mer and your family. We love you very much.

Tracey Thompson

December 5, 2007

Michael,
Just to let you know that you are not forgotten. You never will be. Hugs, Trace

December 5, 2007

Just wanted to say everyone Misses You Mike. I know your protecting Mer in your own way, and I hope she finds happiness the way she did when you held her close.

Mart

Joe Childs

December 5, 2007

It's been a year since you have been gone, yet it seems much longer. We miss you Mike.

Meredith Gilden

November 4, 2007

More than anything, I wish I could hear your voice.
More than anything, I wish I could see your smile.
More than anything, I wish I could hear your laughter.
More than anything, I wish I could smell your cologne linger in the house long after you have left for work.
More than anything I wish I could hear you belt out "Open Arms" or "When you Love Someone."
More than anything, I wish you could come up from behind me, spin me around, and slow dance with me as you always did.
More than anything, I wish you could hear me say "I love you Bubsie" just one more time.
I love you Bubsie.

September 22, 2007

Michael,

Today is your birthday I remember last year talking to you on this day, you were surprised to hear from me. Well here I am again....Happy Birthday my friend, I truly miss you and wish you were here.

Meredith Gilden

September 21, 2007

I know that you continue to bring me light. That's you when the lights flicker , I know it is. Last night you were really trying to get my attention!

You will always be my light Michael, you will always be my love.

I wish we were celebrating your birthday together, blowing out candles on your cake. I want to buy you presents and cards and sing to you, welcoming in another year of your life.

I miss you more than words can say. Keep flickering those lights, and I'll keep lighting those candles for you.

September 5, 2007

Hey Mike, Its been 9 months. Still can't believe your not here to turn too. Mer misses you so much, not a day goes by that she doesn't yearn for your touch, your smile, your love. I wish you were still here to mentor me. Love you man!

September 5, 2007

Today is 9 months, 9 long months that seem to get harder not easier as time slowly goes on. I speak of you often and you are in my thoughts everyday. I miss you.

Meredith Gilden

September 4, 2007

Not one minute, of one hour, of one day goes by that I do not think of how much I love you. You are infinitely in my thoughts, on my mind, encompassing my every dream and every wish.
I think of your smile, your doe eyes, that laugh, your wit, your wisdom, your love... I am surrounded and protected by our memories together of the ten best years of my life. I think of how I would rest my head on your shoulder at the end of the day, the residue melting away in your presence and warmth. It was all ok, because you were my home. You were my home, my best friend, my favorite.

The pain and suffering that accompanies these nine months apart from you in unbearable. I know that when I feel you, you are really right there.
I love you Michael. I love you, I love you, I love you.. But you know that....I know you do.

Patty P.

August 8, 2007

Michael- I thought of you today and wanted you to know I miss you and you are loved by many many people.

I know you are watching over many of your loved ones, and we feel your presence and love surrounding our hearts.

July 23, 2007

Michael,

You come to me in my dreams as if time has never passed. You are well and happy and concerned for me, but I want you to know I am ok. I am not great without you in this world but I am ok. I miss you terribly. I will always love you, and will always miss you.

July 22, 2007

Joseph Griffo

Mary Ann Meyer

July 14, 2007

I am praying for you today Meredith. I cannot feel your own personal pain (only you can) but I do know what it's like to have lost a loved one. It feels like a big part of you is missing, and you're going around with a big, gaping hole inside of you. God loves you and so do I. God is with you to fill that hole and may He be granting you His peace that passes all understanding. In His Love,

Tracey and Kevin Thompson

July 12, 2007

Michael,
We have been missing you so much. Everytime we travel on the 405 freeway we (Kevin, Wyatt & I) shout "Hi Mike" at the top of our lungs so you can hear us and we know that you do. The Seattle Convention was bittersweet without you there, so many people expressed the love they have for you and you are truly missed. All the memories of you carry on in our hearts and I hope we can embrace you through those memories. Chris, George, Jimmy, Lydia, Stacy, Amy, Susie and Kevin were sharing "Hollywood Shorty" stories and the impact all of you had on each other. Crazy times. Jedi checks keep coming and Kev goes to pick up the phone to call you with excitement and who can call 1st. It's not as exciting anymore without you on the other end of the phone. Everytime those checks come we think of you, everytime Journey comes on we think of you, everytime Hollywood Shorties is mentioned we think of you, everytime the LPA Fashion show is brought up, we think of you. No one did that show like we did. Stocks and investments, we think of you, Back problems, we think of you, Radio City, we think of you, Laker games, we think of you, Fried Cheese sticks, we think of you, Dancing, we think of you, The LP Football game in Reno, we think of you. You are always on our mind and so is Meredith. We go back a long ways and we miss you. Kev comments on the back seat of George's Fiat. Kev and you would be squished in 100 degree weather on the way to a Shorties game and mind you we (you and Kev) were only 11 years old. What were your mother's thinking letting you go with George? Let alone his driving..We treasure those times. Take Care, Tracey, Kevin and Wyatt

Joe Childs

July 5, 2007

Here we are eight months since you have been gone and it's the first convention without you. No lobby visits or phone calls for updates on whats going on. Not a day goes by that I don't hear your name mentioned or speak of you. You are gone, but never forgotten.

Meredith Gilden

July 4, 2007

I never feel the sun…
I never feel the rain…
All I feel is pain…
Since you’ve gone.

I'm merely just existing
Seven months of suffering, grief, and fear.
I don't know how I've lived and breathed
Without you being here.

Sometimes I swear I still hear you
I see your face everywhere
I long for the sound of your voice, the smell of your skin
It's all just so unfair

Yet you still manage to come to me in many ways
So I know your love and soul will never die,
You would want to tell me that you’re close,
And to please stop asking Why.

Your picture lay underneath my pillow
Your clothes still hang next to mine
The laughs, the love, the memories we made
All lay forefront in my mind

I need you here , I want time to go back
I wish I did this, I should have said that

Robbed is how I feel
Ten years is not nearly enough
Your the love of my life, the light in my heart,
And now I feel ...Crushed.

Our lives on earth together seem all too brief,
Or brief as it seems to me.
My best friend, my soul mate, the love of my life
Michael, you mean everything to me.

June 29, 2007

I'll be thinking of you this week and wishing that I could see your smile and hear your laugh.
You are missed Michael. So much.

Leann Bankowski

June 25, 2007

As we approach convention, Michael you'll remain in spirit. I wanted to share with your readers your words I take with me.....

"Convention is not just a vacation because the choices I make this week could change my life forever"
-Michael Gilden (Esquire article about him and Meredith)

You'll be missed!

Mark and Kelly

June 12, 2007

Meredith misses you so much Michael.
You know, she literally glows when she talks about you and how much she loves you. You are her joy and her greatest source of happiness, the memories she recants of your times together keep her alive.

Never have I seen more love then between you two Michael. You have that to look forward to when you two meet again. What a reunion!

Until then however, we watch over her, make sure she is eating enough, and we make sure she is taking good care of herself. She assures us she is doing her best.

We miss you Prince Michael. We love you so much. Your little princess is safe under our watch , and of course, yours.
xx

June 5, 2007

6 months today and it feels like an eternity.
It's unbearable without you in this world.
Missing you with every fiber of my being.
You are so loved.

June 5, 2007

Michael, Its been 6 months, and not a day goes by that Im not reminded of you. I wish I could talk to you one more time and tell you I love you Brother.

June 1, 2007

I miss you.
I miss you so much
I miss you more than anyone could ever understand or know
I miss your voice, your smile, your humor, your laugh, your wit.
I miss it all.
I miss you

Joan Mirabella

May 5, 2007

Dearest Michael,
May 5th my dear friend.Five months and it feels like yesterday. Five months and it feels like eternity. I miss you so much and it does not get easier, it gets harder because reality has set in. You are really gone. I don't think any of us who know you and love you want to accept that fact. I just hope you knew how special you were to me and how important you were in my life. You were my best friend and I miss your kind words and wisdom. I have candles burning for you like I do every month and Danielle, Pete and I always talk about you and hope you are at peace. I love you Michael and I miss you very much.

Always,
Your friend,
Joanie

Rachel Lictenman

May 1, 2007

You are a beautiful man Michael. Your giant heart full of love for all those around you is missed and mourned.

We love you .

April 30, 2007

I am still having such a hard time accepting you're not going to call me to see how Josh & Kait are doing or you're not going to call to see if I am going to the convention. Sometimes reality hurts - I miss you so much. Love, Cyndi

April 27, 2007

Thanks for helping me become the man I am today! I will never forget what you have done for me. You always thought of everyone else before yourself. I guess, I miss you Mike.

Love Martman

April 17, 2007

Good seeing you tonight, Michael (on NCIS)

April 13, 2007

You're beautiful so silently
It lies beneath a shade of blue
It struck me so violently
When I looked at you

But others pass, they never pause
To feel that magic in your hand
To me you're like a wild rose
They never understand why

I cried for you
When the sky cried for you
And when you went
I became a hopeless drifter
But this life was not for you
Though I learned from you
That beauty need only be a whisper

I'll cross the sea for a different world
With your treasure, a secret for me to hold

In many years they may forget
This love of ours or that we met
They may not know
How much you meant to me

I cried for you
And the sky cried for you
And when you went
I became a hopeless drifter
But this life was not for you
Though I learned from you
That beauty need only be a whisper

Without you now I see
How fragile the world (and I) can be
And I know you've gone away
But in my heart you'll always stay

I cried for you
And the sky cried for you
And when you went
I became a hopeless drifter
But this life was not for you
Though I learned from you
That beauty need only be a whisper

April 13, 2007

I will watch him and smile because he was awesome on NCIS!!!

April 12, 2007

Keep the eternal flame of Michael burning. His episode airs:

Tue. Apr. 17 8:00 PM
CBS NCIS Once a Hero #4.8 (repeat)

April 11, 2007

I love you Michael. I miss you terribly.

Joanie Mirabella

April 5, 2007

My dearest friend Michael,
It's cold here in New York and I have your candle burning and I can't believe it's been four months since you are gone. I think about you every day and Meredith and I share our thoughts and memories. I miss you and you will never know how much you are missed and loved by so many. I thought time would heal but it doesn't and I still cannot accept that you are gone. It is so amazing how many times Pulp Fiction comes on at all hours of the night. Your wife longs for you, your friends miss you and I will always cherish our special moments that we have shared together as best friends. It's not easy losing someone, especially someone who had so much to offer and who was so special. You are so missed and loved.
Until then.
I love you, Joanie

April 5, 2007

I miss you Michael. More than words can describe. I wish I were talking to you instead of writing this here.

The world is less brighter without you in it.

March 30, 2007

Hey man,

I just wanted to say I think about you everyday. I LOVE and MISS you man.

Mart

March 18, 2007

You are not forgotten. You are a ray of light, a beacon of hope, a smile, a kiss, good luck, love, and laughter.
You are the love of Meredith's life, the friend we all wish we still had, the one who will remain in our hearts forever until we meet you again one day.
Love you Michael.

March 11, 2007

I saw you on television this morning, with that incredibly dashing smile of yours and my heart skipped a beat. I miss you Michael. We all do.

Joan Mirabella

March 5, 2007

Dearest Michael,
This is the first time I am writing in your guest book because it has been very difficult for me to accept that you are really gone. You were my best friend Michael, for many years and I miss hearing your voice. You are so missed by so many and there is not a day that I do not think about you. I light candles for you on the 5th of every month and I hope those reading this will do the same. You are an eternal light and I not only mourn you but I celebrate you and for having you in my life. It wasn't long enough Michael but the times we had together and our closeness will last an eternity. I miss you so much and I hope you are at peace. I love you dear friend, Joanie

March 5, 2007

It is impossible to believe that 3 months ago today, you left this earth to guide your loved ones up in heaven.
I can't think of someone who was more admired by his peers, more respected by his collogues, more adored by his friends and family and especially his wife Mer.
Michael sweetheart, you are loved and missed terribly.
So on this this day, and every day hear after, please know you are in our hearts forever.

March 5, 2007

Michael -

I miss you so very much and think about you at least once a day. The convention is coming up and I am so sad I will not see you there. My heart aches and I am still trying to come to grips that you are gone. I keep expecting to you call. You helped me through one of the toughest moments in my life with your wonderful dry humor and compassion. I am glad to have memories of a lot of the wonderful funny things you have said. I remember you encouraged me to try out for RC and it ended up being one of the best times of my life so far. The best time of my life was meeting you at my first convention and the bonus was getting to know and love you as a great friend. I will hold that memory of you helping me out and introducing me to everyone at the convention. You had a lot of friends who thought the world of you and I was impressed. Even through all my "crushes" you guided me like a brother and had incredible insight about people. It's been said before but you were so handsome, smart, charming, compassionate and extremely funny. I can remember laughing so hard and crying to the point where I couldn't breath. I would love to hear your voice on the phone again. Thank goodness we have you on film and video. I just saw the TV Guide channel makeover with you and Mer. I know how much you loved the stock market. You will never be forgotten and are so dearly loved. I miss you my very dear, dear friend.

Allison L.

March 4, 2007

I remember our talks, our laughs, our good times together.
Michael, you were the best friend anyone could want. You gave of yourself with no expecation for return.
My life was better with you in it, but you need to be at peace and I know you are shining down on Me, Meredith, and your entire family. All of whom love you.

Tami Blackwell

March 3, 2007

You are missed every day. We love you, and wish you were still here with us.
Rest and protect the ones you love. You are a guardian angel Michael.

February 26, 2007

Sweet Dear Michael,
We think about you every single day.
We miss seeing you and Mer together. It is so hard to see her this way. She misses you so tremendously, as we do too. We know you are with her now as you were in life. Watching over her, protecting the love and light of your life, as you were to her.
We all sat around at dinner the other night and reminisced about you. How much we miss your laugh, and handsome face and smile. Your singing, that incredible singing voice of yours. We are so lucky to have you in our hearts and memories.

Rest and smile now Michael. Send some love to David and save some for yourself.
Not a day goes by that we do not think of you both.

Love Always,
Natalie

Emmie Sallingtero

February 26, 2007

You are loved
You are missed
You are admired
You are cherished

You were:
A loving and caring husband to your soul mate Meredith
A wonderful and generous friend to everyone who had the privilage of calling you a friend
A loving and caring son.

You are loved Michael. And we miss you

Emmie and Romano

February 12, 2007

I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart) I am never without it (anywhere I go you go, my dear, and whatever is done by only me is your doing my darling) I fear no fate for you are my fate, my sweet, I want no world for beautiful you are my world, my true, and it's you are whatever a moon has always meant and whatever a sun will always sing is you.

Here is the deepest secret nobody knows (here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud and the sky of the sky of a tree called life; which grows higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide) and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart

I carry your heart ( I carry it in my heart )

February 5, 2007

Mike. Its been 2 months man. I thought about you all day, even watched Return of the Jedi and Pulp Fiction just so I could see ya! I stopped by to see you yesterday, i know you wouldve been bettin on the COLTS too. Im sure you and Steve-o were up their on the edge of your seats with the Bears and Colts going at eachother. I just want you to know your loved by many and forgotten by none. Love you man, Mart

Michaela Kuzia

February 4, 2007

Michael,
I don't know what I am going to do anymore at the talent show's, knowing you won't be there to root me on. It's still hard for me to believe that you really are gone. I am going to miss you. Like all of these other notes in the guestbook, you were SO unselfish and so willing to help others all the time. I hope you know how many lives you touched. Ha, I am still wishing we recorded that song back in the day...remember the don henley and patty smyth one...another lifetime maybe. Take care man.

Barbara Donovan

January 30, 2007

You are so missed Michael. I still am in shock over the news of your passing. I frankly don't want to accept that I will never hear your lovely voice again.

I will remember you forever.

You are an exceptional man with brilliance, charm, and a love for your wife that was seen from miles away. When you met Meredith, we knew you two were meant to be together.

Meredith, Michael loved you so much, and you two were soul mates. I loved when you came to see us, and Michael would just sit and talk about how proud of you he was. Hold on to that , cherish it, and know through all of your pain and sorrow that you are supported, loved, and admired just as Michael is and always will be.

Love and Peace,
Barbara Donovan

Jonathan

January 23, 2007

Michael,
You were loved by many, admired by many, and now missed by many.

I don't think most people knew or realized how brilliant you were. You were a talented actor, and a financial wizard, but you were so smart in all areas! Sure, Mer and I would always say that you were handsome and looked like a mini-George Clooney, but you were smart as a whip and knew more than so many of us "common folk." Mer would always say "ask Michael , he knows everything."

You were a good friend to me, gave me advice, and help whenever I needed it and I think about you every day. Every day Michael. I smile when I remember you.

I miss you my friend.

Kristoffer Elinder

January 20, 2007

Michael,

Ever since 1982 you have been my "big brother". When my father passed away in 1991 you became an even more important person to me. I looked at you for guidance and strength!

We shared countless memories together - Many of them so funny that tears would come out of our eyes when reminiscing about them.

Knowing you has been a fun adventure and I am grateful to have been a part of your life.

I Love You and Miss You.

Joe Childs

January 16, 2007

I will always cherish the good times I had with Mike. The passion he brought to anything he was involved with and bond we had in our adventures together. I could always count on him for good advice or just to share a laugh about things. Even now it seems hard to believe he's gone, he will always be missed. Love you Mike!

Mary Ann Meyer

January 16, 2007

Meredith and Michael were such a perfect match for each other. Michael was an inspiration to me, especially when it came to the talent show at Nationals. I pray for you daily Meredith and am hoping that you are being lifted by everyone's prayers of love and concern. Michael is looking down on you Meredith. You also inspire me.
Sincerely yours,

Michelle Parisi

January 16, 2007

Meredith,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Michael loved you so much. You could see it everytime he talked about you, and when ever you would walk into a room. I am very grateful that you both were able to fine each other.
Michael was such a great friend and he always made me laugh. I will miss seeing him at the convention.
Please remember that if you need anything that we are always here for you. We love you,
Rest in Peace Michael!
Lots of Love,
Michelle Parisi and Dan Hamill

Jeb Rand

January 15, 2007

Mer-
I know we have spoken in great detail since Michael passed away, but we wanted to take a moment to write a little note in Michael's guest book as well... The past 8 years that we have all known each other have been filled with so many memories. Most happy & fun-filled {at Radio City or in Las Vegas and\or LA},,, while others were difficult (i.e., negotiating with Radio City or helping with family & business issues). Regardless, the times the four of us spent together were always special. We don't know why things like this happen, but hopefully Michael is at peace now and he can rest and watch over us all...! We can just visualize Michael, Max & Spot playing together {wherever that may be}... ALSO MICHEAL IS STILL PROBABLY MAKING A FEW EXTRA BUCKS IN HIS SPARE TIME! It goes without saying, but Michael will be greatly missed by us,,, and luckily we still have you in our lives. With all our love, Jeb, Jen & Diva

Jill Honig

January 8, 2007

Dear Meredith,
Michael was a man who constantly gave to others unselfishly expecting nothing in return. I hope he has found peace and can finally rest his heavy heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today and always.
Love,
Jill

Gunilla Elinder

January 7, 2007

Thanks you Michael for being such an important person for my son Kristoffer. You were his big brother and you were always there for him.
I met you several times in NYC when both of you were acting at Radio City Music Hall. Enjoyed your humor and warm smile very much!
My thoughts are now with your wife Meredith.
Gunilla Elinder
Stockholm, Sweden

Todd Laikin

January 6, 2007

Michael,
You will be missed by so many.
I hope you are up there looking down on all who loved you.
You were one of the most genuine people I ever met. Smart as a whip too. Could always count on you for a good stock tip.

Your wife Meredith is a beautiful person inside and out and we watch her on tv all the time. I wish her peace and comfort at this tragic time and pray she will have enough strength to forge on in her acting career. You were her biggest fan, that was quite clear. I remember how you would talk about her with a huge smile on your face.

I saw your NCIS episodes, you were awesome! I hope you knew how much talent you had. Especially on stage.

I will miss you Michael.
Rest In Peace.
Your friend,
Todd

Holly Chevalier-Spears

January 6, 2007

Meredith-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you each and every day. Michael was such a wonderful man and a true friend to both Mike and myself. I especially have many fond memories of Michael-from conventions, District 5 regionals, the trip that Barb and I took to New York to see him and the rest of the gang for New Years Eve and the Radio City show, to all of our talks. He was always there to lend advise on men. Meredith, I know that you were Michael's soul-mate and meant the world to him and for that I thank you that you came into his life and taught him how to love again and more importantly that he was loved unconditionally. I am so grateful that we were able to see you both this summer in Milwaukee. Know that we love you and that we are always here for you and your family. We will miss Michael's humor, his smile and most of all his love and warmth.
Michael, we know that you are in peace now.

Love,
Holly and Mike Spears

Michael and Meredith Gilden

January 5, 2007

Michael on NCIS

January 5, 2007

Chris & Barb Kotzian

January 5, 2007

To all of Michael's friends and family...
We are praying for his family and friends during this extremely difficult time. Michael was such a special man, and will be missed.

Jacob

January 5, 2007

I am still in shock over the loss of such an amazing man, friend, actor, and husband to Meredith.

Michael, you are one of the people I always admired at conventions because you were so comfortable to talk to. I saw you and Meredith at the last convention, and whenever I saw you two together, you were hugging or holding hands or dancing or smiling. I hope Meredith still smiles when she remembers how others saw you two.

Meredith, I hope you read all of these words of the ones who loved and cared for Mike, he was a really cool guy and always wanted to help others. I remember he helped me at a convention once when I was feeling down.

Rest in peace . You are a fine man.

Evan

January 5, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kaitlyn Demitruk

January 5, 2007

Dear Meredith, my heart goes out to you during this very sad time and I pray for you to be comforted everyday .Micheal Gilden was my dad no other way to explain it.He was my dad and I wouldnt say he was anything else except he was my hero and he had the biggest heart . He would always tell me kaitlyn you cant date until your 43 and the last age he put was 46.I loved him with all my heart.I remember when I used to call him at night and the first thing he said your not by any boys and your not dating anyone are you and I would answer no.I remember I told him ohh I am dating and he flipped out.I dont know how I'm going to go to a convention without him but I know he wouldn't want me to be down.Micheal I know your watching down on all of your loved ones and I will make sure to be they're for meredith. I want to let you know you would have been the one who would have been walking me down the aisle.
Love Kaitlyn

SANDE LUNA

January 5, 2007

Dear Meredith, I'm so very sorry for your loss, as are many. I always thought that Michael was one of the most handsom men I've ever met.
Michael had such a wonderful friendly way about him. I know my son Martin will really miss him-he was his mentor and friend. I know he is with Steve and his dad right now. May they watch over you and keep you safe and may you feel the love that he showed so much suround you and may GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS.

Heidi Donnelly

January 5, 2007

To Mike's Family and beloved Friends and Wife,
We are sorry for your loss and your all in our thoughts and prayers. Mike I am thankful my brother Marty had a such great friend in you. I loved visiting you in NY. I hope you and your father are sharing some great needed time together. Best wishes to all, The Donnelly Family

Susie Campbell

January 5, 2007

Meredith, Howard and Sue, The three of you are in my prayers at this most difficult time. May God's peace be forever with you.

Mike, Beleive it, there are so many people looking back on such fond memories of you and I am honored to be one. I have known you for 24 years and during the first half of those years you made me laugh with your humor ( remember Louise and the shrimp tails! ), you gave me the courage to take my first drive in L.A. on the 405, you gave me determination for when I had doubts, you made me cry for the times that you were down, there were times you drove me crazy just like I did you. Thank you so much for being the one to bring Louise and Tracey into my life, all those years ago, our friendships are still going strong. When a relationship ends the two that were involved seldom speak and see one another, but when the two are linked together by an organization they are bound to see one another. Mike, I am so glad we could laugh once again.

Mike, you are at peace now.

Love,

Susie Barnes Campbell

ps. I had fun at the Journey and Pat Benatar concerts!!!

HILLARY MULLIGAN

January 5, 2007

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE GILDEN FAMILY
THE MULLIGAN FAMILY, GRANADA HILLS CALIFORNIA

Bev Sollenberger

January 5, 2007

Meredith and family,

My thoughts and prayers are sent to you. May God give you strength, understanding and peace needed at this time.

Kevin Dollinger

January 5, 2007

Michael,
You were the first person to welcome me to LPA when I walked into the door and no one else would talk to me. I was so nervous and you just came up and said "Hey Man, I'm Michael, whats your name?" I will never forget that.

Over the years , you became my mentor in sports, even coaching this year at the convention. Thanks for the financial advice too.

I used to love to see you and Meredith at the conventions, holding hands or slow dancing because you are a beautiful looking couple. I thought to myself "maybe one day I will get a lady like that and be as happy as those two."

Michael, you rest and while your up there, watch over your soul mate Meredith, protect her and love her as you did in life. it was obvious to all what she meant/means to you.

Meredith, my heart goes out to you. Stay strong, and continue to do amazing acting performances that make the LP community proud, I love you on Boston Legal and House. You have pure talent. When you receive your Oscar, Michael can float over your shoulder watching you accept your award.
He is your angel now.

Mark Trombino

January 5, 2007

Meridth,

I was so saddened to hear about Mike. He was someone who I really looked forward to seeing every conference, and enjoyed seeing your relationship develop since Atlanta.

I got to know Mike best when we filmed Snow White in Vancouver. He also helped me, since this was my first big project. He was someone I always looked up to and I will miss him very much.

Your road to recovery will not be easy. I lost my wife Anu 2 years ago, and I am just starting to feel my life is getting back on track. Please let me know if you ever need to talk.

Connie (Valuckas) Mowery

January 5, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jen Montzingo

January 4, 2007

Dear Meredith, Eaton & Gilden Families,

My heart aches for you, please know I am praying for you. Michael was (along with Joe Gieb) one of my surrogate LP dads that I always knew I could talk to. He gave me the best advice at the last convention, as he always did. He was so generous with sharing words of wisdom.

I've always looked up to him. I remember telling my own dad after the convention how nice it was to talk to Michael, always feeling like he saw the best in others.

I am praying for you and praying that the people you need will provide all that you need for support.

Meredith, you are a delightful person. My thoughts are with you.

-Jen Montzingo

Jimmy Kerwin

January 4, 2007

I was just watching pulp fiction with a friend from australia and was proud to let them know that you were a friend of mine. I won't forget playing touch football and wiffle ball on stage between shows. You had a great desire to win and it showed. see you in the afterlife

Eileen & Bill Russell

January 4, 2007

Dear Gilden Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss! Our deepest sympathy go out to you and your family at this time. We too have lost very special people in our lives and way too soon! There is no way to describe what you are feeling & going through.

If there is anything me or my family can do, just ask. In the name of our father. May Micheal rest in peace.

Sincerely The Russell Family

Mary (Little1) Johnston

January 4, 2007

My Prayers,Sympathy, & Deepest Sorrow are with you at this time. May He rest in Peace & God Bless Him.

Eddie & Carole Boyer

January 4, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Pippa Dale

January 4, 2007

Dear Meredith, Gilden and Eaton Families,
I just wanted to write and say how saddened I was to hear your news. I remember meeting Michael and you at all the LPA conventions, and both of you always gave me a warm welcome, which coming from across the pond, meant such a lot. Michael's smile, friendliness, warmth, humour and kindness are fond memories I shall keep. He will be greatly missed by me and many UK LPs. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Pippa Dale

Martin Klebba

January 4, 2007

To My Dear friend Michael,

Im sad to say I wasnt man enough to let you know and also thank you for everything you helped me become. I remember the day we first met, It was at the LPA Convention in Dallas 1991.Im not sure how many people realize what a large and loving heart you had. You always gave and never expected anything in return. You also helped me get my first real acting job, and I rememeber the day you told me..." Hey Martman, I can help you get into the business and you dont have to sleep with me for it." I thought that was very generous, course you were always generous Mike! Whether it was words of advice, outlooks on life, or a comforting shoulder to cry on. Im sorry for ever hurting you and I am ashamed I never told you how much I looked up to you. You were the Big Brother I never had, and I didn't know how to tell you, while trying to maintain that Martman you knew and not seem all mushy.

We had some great times in NYC, and those will always remain just between You, Steve-o and Me. I only hope from here on out, that when you looking down on us, I can do that one thing you said I always did....MAKE YOU PROUD!
You may not have known it, but I was always trying to do just that, for the guy who made it possible for me to be who I am today. I wish I could look into your eyes and tell you this. Even hold you and tell you things are going to be ok.
I will do whatever it takes to help Mer, for she was your everything! One could see it when ever she walked into the room, cause I could see the way you smiled as she truly lit up your heart. You two were meant for each other and that was Gods Plan. God has other plans for you now, and I hope I will see you again one day. Until then Mike....

Incase I haven't told you....
I Love You Bro!

Mart

PATRICK VIOLA

January 4, 2007

DEAR MICHAEL..I WISH YOU WOULD HAVE KNOWEN HOW I LOOKED UP TO YOU AND BE IN YOUR SHOES WITH YOUR COOL STYLE OF LIFE, WITH SO MUCH ENERGY AND LOVE FOR LIFE ..YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED ALWAYS ..LOVE PATRICK VIOLA

Leann Bankowski

January 4, 2007

Michael, I just saw one of your "Charmed" episodes. It brought tears to my eyes, seeing you and hearing your voice. Knowing I won't be able to hear you crack another one of your jokes. I'll miss you.

Cathy Holland

January 4, 2007

To Meredith and family,

Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. We remember Michael from so many conferences. Stay strong, and please remember how much support you will always have from the LP community, especially when the chips are down. Meredith, keep on letting us see your talents. You are the best! Cathy and Frank Holland
Martha Holland Stanley and
Steve Stanley

tony soares

January 4, 2007

My Sympathies to Meredith and Meredith and both Michael's Families.

Eddie Cabral

January 4, 2007

Michael,
You are Free! And go forth in the light of glory where there is no separation. You spirit lives with limitless delight. You are Free

Michael & Meredith October 2006

January 4, 2007

Michael

January 4, 2007

Cyndi Demitruk

January 4, 2007

Dear Meredith, Eaton & Gilden Families, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. There are so many wonderful memories we have of Michael and he was such a dear friend and a "Dad" to my children Josh & Kaitlyn. He was the first guy I slow danced with at my first lp convention and it was magic! My heart aches at the loss of my friend and confidant. He could make me laugh until I was crying. We love you Meredith and wish you comfort and healing during this very sad time. I know he is in the comforting hands with God. Love, Cyndi

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