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Brett Michaels Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 1 to Dec. 3, 2006.

MICHAELS
BRETT CHRISTOPHER
Age 15, of Shaler Twp., on Wed. Nov. 29, 2006. Loving son of Hank and Janice (Wagner) Michaels. Beloved brother of Brandon J. Michaels. Beloved grandson of Irene (Bilecki) and the late Henry Michalczuk, Rosemarie A. (Pasqua) and the late George E. Wagner. Nephew of Linda and Bill Hock, Judy and Ken Caplan, Chuck Michalczuk, Judy Wagner and Joyce and Jerry Kobert. Also survived by many cousins and friends. Brett enjoyed spending time with his family and his many friends. Friends received SUNDAY 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME INC., corner of Main and Ninth Sts., Sharpsburg. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 11:00 am in St. Bonaventure Church, Glenshaw. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH.)
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April 12, 2007

A Child on Loan

"I'll lend you for a little while
a child of mine", God said...
"For you to love the while he lives
and mourn for when he's dead.

It may be one or two years
or forty two or three;
But will you, till I call him back,
take care of him for me?

He'll bring his charms to gladden you and
(should his stay be brief)
You'll have his lovely memories
as a solace for your grief.

I cannot promise he will stay,
since ALL from earth return;
But the lessons taught below
I want this child to learn.

I've looked the whole world over
in search for teachers true;
And from the things that crowd life's lane
--- I have chosen you.

Will you give him all your love,
nor think the labor vain?
Nor hate me when I come to take
this lent child back again?"

I fancied that I heard them say,
"Dear Lord, Thy will be done.
For joys Thy child will bring
the risk of grief we'll run.

We will shelter him with tenderness,
we'll love him while we may
And for the happiness we've known
forever grateful stay.

But should Thy Angels call him
much sooner than we've planned,
We'll brave the grief that comes,
and try to understand."

Author Unknown

Abby Taylor

January 27, 2007

Michaels family,
i am very sorry to hear about your loss. brett was an amazing kid and he was one of my best friends. i talked to him all the time and i will never forget the memories we shared. i am here for all of you. my heart goes out to all of you and you will always be in my prayers.
<3 R.I.P Brett
love u always and 4ever

December 14, 2006

Brett,
We will never forget you and how happy and smiling you always were ,continue watching over your mom, dad, and Brandon.You are now their guardian angel.

Matthew Hilinski

December 14, 2006

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

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richard friedel sr.

December 11, 2006

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Laurin Edwards

December 6, 2006

Dear Brett's family,
i am very sorry for your lose. i did not know Brett that much but he seemed like a nice guy. It was very sad when i found out that he died because i wanted to get to know him better. You guys and Brett will always be in my prayers.

Sam & Michele Marsico

December 6, 2006

Hank, Jan & Brandon,

We cannot begin to imagine what you are going through. We are here for you. Time will heal your wounds and scars eventually. Just never let time erase the great memories of Brett. He was a good kid and we will never forget using his paddle boat to fish.

jessi eldridge

December 6, 2006

To Bretts family,
i'm so sorry for what happened. I didn't know Brett that well but he seemed like a really nice person. You're in my thoughts and in my prayers.

Katie Tull

December 6, 2006

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My daughter attends Shaler high and was in the same grade as Brett. My heart goes out to you and your family. I can only imagine how hard it must be to deal with the loss of a child. You are in our thoughts and prayers now and always. God bless you

Kortney Creak

December 5, 2006

Michaels family,
I'm sooo very sorry for your loss. I knew Brett really well, he was one of my close friends. im so sorry again...you guyss will always be in my prayer!!
<33 R.I.P BRETT

m c & family

December 5, 2006

I do not know your family but my 3 boys attend Shaler. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Please hold on to one another and express your love to each other. My heart aches for your family.

Ryan and Kathy Kaylor

December 4, 2006

Janice,Hank and Brandon
Sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you.

Kayla Gurrola

December 4, 2006

Dear Michaels Family,
Brett was a great friend and always made me laugh.Brett was loved by a lot of people. I reach my heart to you and extend my dearest sympathies.

Judy Dezi

December 4, 2006

Dear Hank, Jan and Brandon,
I was very sorry to hear about your loss of Brett. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you the strength to get through this rough time.

Anna Sangl

December 4, 2006

As the parents of two teenagers, we cannot begin to comprehend your sorrow at this time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Anna, Joe, Heather and Bethany Sangl

Donna, Bob, Robby and Ryan Wiederstein

December 4, 2006

Jan,Hank and Brandon:
I saw Brett across a crowded parking lot at this year's Homecoming Parade. While anyone would feel lucky if a 15-year old would even offer a nod, Brett spotted me, told the many friends that he was with that he would be back and came over to talk to me and we had a delightful conversation. I remember thinking about how special he made me feel by doing that and also thinking what a good job his parents did in raising him. He was ALWAYS friendly and kind and the world is a better place because of Brett Christopher Michaels. He will always be in our hearts and in our prayers.

Helen and Bob Kaiser

December 4, 2006

The Michaels family, Hank,Janice and Brandon,
Our hearts cry for you. We know the pain of loss,(our son, Joe 1988-2005). Bob was at the accident, (laidlaw transit), he relived our pain. Your life has changed forever. Your love for Brett and each other will help you through. Stay together, lean on each other, one day at a time. I Loving Memory of Brett and those to die too young before him. (Amy, Justin, Joe, Billy, and Angel.) They are all our angels now.
Helen and Bob Kaiser

Jessica Bish

December 3, 2006

Dear Michaels family,

I was one of the nurses at Children's hospital that took care of Brett on his visit in October, and saw you again on this recent visit. I am so sorry for your loss, however I was very glad to see what great support you recieved from family and friends. Remember what I told you Brandon, you have one up on some of the people I have worked with. Don't ever forget how many people love you :) I will never forget your family.

Jake Tate

December 3, 2006

Dear Michael's Family,

When I heard of Brett's passing I couldn't imagine the pain you felt. I will pray for Brett and for your family. Brett was an amazing friend and I will never forget him.

Terri Pellegrino

December 3, 2006

I am very sorry for your loss. Jan, I worked with your mom, Rae, in the Medical Records Department at The Rehabilitation Institute. She would always talk about Brandon and Brett. Words cannot express how very sorry I am for your loss. God bless you and your family.

December 3, 2006

Janice, Hank and Brandon,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Brett was a great boy and it was an honor to know him. Please know that we are all praying for you.

Tom, Barb, TJ and Joe Leo

John Fiebig

December 3, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Brett, and your family and friends.

Liz Glass

December 2, 2006

Dear Michaels Family,
Im so very sorry and hurt to hear about ur loss. You are all in my prayers and I hope that things get better soon.
R.I.P Brett <3

Janis(Liz Glass,Mom) Glass

December 2, 2006

Dear Michaels Family,My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time,I didn't have the pleasure of meeting Brett but my daughter liz spoke highly of him all the time and said what an awesome kid he was,he will be sorly missed by his friends they all loved him if there is anything we can do please let us know. God Bless all of you

Jeff Duncan

December 2, 2006

Hank,Jan and Brandon.....I could not believe it when I saw the tragic news in the paper!!! My thoughts immediately went to the day in Sept.,I believe when I was over your house and Brett was teaching this old guy to play darts. By pure luck i somehow won the first game. Hegave me the look like sure you never played darts before...ya right. I said "seriously I don't know squat about darts". Brett won all the games after that!! Such a nice kid. What a terrible loss to not only his friends and family but to the rest of humanity. my thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeff

Stella, and Michelle Abelson, Ramsden

December 1, 2006

Hank,Janice, and Brandon,
Words can not express the deep sympathy we fee for all of you. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Roberta Walton

December 1, 2006

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all now and during all the time it takes to heal your hearts. In deepest sorrow from the entire Walton family Steve, Roberta, Tori, Steven and Kaylee.

Mary Chippich

December 1, 2006

Hank, Janice and Brandon,

My son Alex went to school with Brett and I know the pain that comes from the loss of a child. I'm deeply grieved that yet another family must walk this road of grief. I am so sorry for your pain and your loss.

Lean on God, your family and your friends. Let them be your strength in the days ahead.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you...especially for Brandon. My heart breaks for you. Know that many people are out there that care about you...even those of us who don't know you and we will be praying for you in the days, weeks, months ahead. We grieve with and for you. Hang in there.

Mary Chippich
GriefShare Ministries
Allison Park Church

Brittany Hart

December 1, 2006

Brandon.. and family..

I was very sad to hear the news about brett... my prayers are with your family during this hard time... please feel free to contact me if you need ANYTHING

Patty Drzemiecki

December 1, 2006

Hank, Jan and Brandon, Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for your family during this very difficult time. I can't even begin to imagine the sorrow you must be experiencing....please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. With Deepest Sympathy, The Drzemiecki Family

Gary-Bonnette Family

December 1, 2006

To the entire Michaels Family,
My heart breaks for you.It is so hard to believe.Bryan and Brett were good friends in 8th and 9th grade.I will always remember his smile.He will be deeply missed by all.You all have been and will be in our thougts and prayers.We are here, if you need anything.
Jeff & Anna Bonnette,& Bryan Gary

jennifer maleski

December 1, 2006

Dear of parents of brett michael your son was one of my great friends. he will always be in my heart and i will pray for him. Brett will alwasy be with us in spirt.

jennifer kalas

December 1, 2006

Dear parents of brett i am deeply sorry for you loss of brett i will keep you in my prayers as being one of bretts friends god bless you.

Ronna Rick and Shawn Vrcic If you need an ear to listen or some1 to talk to just call

December 1, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

Jim & Betsy Hilinski

December 1, 2006

Hank, Janice, and Brandon - There is nothing we can say that would comfort you guys at this time. Just know that silently, the tremendous pain you are feeling is being shared among your family and friends, in the hope that we can provide you with a few brief moments of relief during this sorrowful time.

You remain in our thoughts and prayers

Colleen, Gordon, Daniel, Stephen, Caitlyn, and Taylor Wirkowski-Scherer

December 1, 2006

Dear Hank, Jan and Brandon,
Words cannot express the deep sympathy we feel for all of you. Brett was a wonderful child and a good long time friend to Stephen. He will be deeply missed. We are always here for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time. Rest in peace Brett.

Mike Viccari

December 1, 2006

Dear Hank and Janice, My heart is so full of sorrow for your family. I can't imagine you sadness. Please know that your family is in my prayers. If there is any thing I can do please let me know

Sherry, Nicole, Brad Brennan

December 1, 2006

The Michaels Family:
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you in this tragic time.

Greg Heilmann

December 1, 2006

To the entire Michaels family,

So very sad to hear about Brett I am at aloss of words. Sorry we could not be there with your family.

Greg Heilmann & Melanie Mudroch

C B

December 1, 2006

I still can't get over what happened! I can't even imagine how much pain your family must be feeling. I wish the best for you all and brandon as well!

Carol, Larry, Torrie, Stephanie & Dylan Dew

December 1, 2006

I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for you. Please know that you're all in our prayers.

Kati and Tom Malia

December 1, 2006

If you need anything, my Dad and i will always be there.

Glenn Goss

December 1, 2006

We are so sad to hear about Brett's passing.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

John & Melissa Schaefer

December 1, 2006

Hank, Janice and Brandon: Know that our thoughts and prayers have been with you since we first heard of the accident. We cannot find the words to express our sorrow- it is so very deep. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers in hopes that your grief and suffering will soon end. May God bless you all.

tim and nese jones

December 1, 2006

words can't express how we feel for your loss

Denise and Bob Wolas

December 1, 2006

"You hold their hands for a little while, you hold their hearts forever". Cherish the memories. You are in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts. He will be truly missed. Rest in peace Brett.
Jake Wolas, and the Wolas family

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