Michael Baba

19 years has passed. I think about you as often now as I did then one of the mini regrets that I have Mike is that you didn´t get a chance to meet my boys you would´ve been so proud of them. I tell them about you only funny stories they´re not old enough to know the other stuff yet. I love you bro.

Hey there Big Mike,
So many years have passed and you still cross my mind regularly. I told my 10 year old daughter more about you and Marcus tonight and showed her some pictures. She´s really enjoyed hearing about the kind of person you were and the kind of friend you were to me. Your memory lives on and you are missed. Love you Big Mike

I only found out about Mike a few years after he'd passed. He was my best friend in middle school, and he was the only one that called me Cee-Cee. He was always so kind, funny, and I saw him in a better light than the other guys. SHHS brought changes and distance, but he was always a friend. I wish I'd known... I just..wish I'd known. He will never be forgotten, and will always be missed.

I had just left my old job 'DHL' which is where I met Mike and I was totally saddened to hear this news. I still miss him and his yes, vivacious personality! I look forward to seeing him again.

I think of you often...I wish you were here to meet my son. I miss you all the time. Love you cuz

.still missing Michael Baba and his beautiful heart!

Hello My brother. I know its been a long time but was just thinking of you and wanted to say I love and will never forget you. Thank you for all the great times and memories you shared with me. I know you are at peace and with God but I still miss you. That is the sign of a great person when your memory lives on like yours does. Love you and miss you Brother!

Rene Gonzalez

I am so sorry. I hope she is there with you holding you once again.

Thinking of you today.

Hey Mike its been a while since I sent you a message. Well let me tell you I have a big healthy baby boy he is almost one year old. My life has changed so much and I thank God for giving me the gift of having my son I could not see myself without him. I miss you so much wish you could be here to see my little one. I know your in a better place and I know I will see you again someday. I know your bday is coming up and I wanted to let you know every time I hear Mana I always think about you. Miss you big boy. Take care buddy love you always.... Till next time.

You are not forgotten.

Hey Mike its me Veronica I was thinking about you today and I wanted to tell you I am expecting a baby soon. Actually he will be born on December 2,2011 on your Bday. I just wanted you to know I am always thinking about you and the time we shared.Miss you buddy. Do me a favor when you see God tell him to guide me and protect me and give me a healthy baby....... Always in my heart

Today is your birthday. I am thinking of you.

It still hurts today as much as it did 6 years ago. Time does not always heal all wounds, you just have to keep going. I love and miss you sooo much Mike!!

6 years sure has flown by. Wish I could see your face again and give you a hug and just catch up. Praying for you and your family today.

Kristen Evans-Garfield

Thinking of you today. Miss seeing you around Houston. can't wait to see you again cuz. Love you!

Missing you always ...

I only found out about Mike today, many years after the fact, via a friend from facebook. I am glad to have found this page to say a good-bye. We were not even close friends, but I can honestly say that he was one of those persons back in high school that you never forget. Always smiling, always positive, always had something nice to say. Loved by all, period. I am so sorry to hear your life was shortened, so happy to have known you.

Hey Mikey its kind of weird how much I think about you the good old times where we would party and do crazy things. I so much miss you man you were the guy I can call and say hey come over I need a friend to talk to. The other day I was looking at some old pictures of High School and ran into a picture of you and your unforgettable smile. I remember how we became friends and it was funny how you approached me. But its been 5 years Mikey and I still miss you so much and I know you are looking down here and wishing you could be with us. I know you are in a better place though and I thought I just write to you and tell you that I love you so much and I miss you so much and will always be in my heart no matter if its 5, 10,50 years. See you soon buddy. By the way Mikey thought I let you know I got married sorry I let you down buddy jejejejejjejee

Hey Mikey its kind of weird how much I think about you the good old times where we would party and do crazy things. I so much miss you man you were the guy I can call and say hey come over I need a friend to talk to. The other day I was looking at some old pictures of High School and ran into a picture of you and your unforgettable smile. I remember how we became friends and it was funny how you approached me. But its been 5 years Mikey and I still miss you so much and I know you are looking down here and wishing you could be with us. I know you are in a better place though and I thought I just write to you and tell you that I love you so much and I miss you so much and will always be in my heart no matter if its 5, 10,50 years. See you soon buddy. Veronica (Velasco) Orozco de Lozano by the way Mikey thought I let you know I got married sorry I let you down buddy jejejejejjejee

I thought about you the other day and couldn't believe it's been FIVE years. I don't know what else to say except that you are still in my heart.

I miss you sooooooooooo much it hurts. I love you.

Mike,
I had a dream a while back and I thought I would share it with you. It was one of those dreams that seem so real, only to awake with disappointment. I was out with group of friends having a couple of drinks in a bar when I spotted you sitting in a corner table all alone. At first I thought I was seeing things so I got closer to you to get a better look. To my great surprise there you were with a cigarette in corner of your lips smiling that smile that only you do. I almost tripped over myself trying to get to you so I could hug you and see that it wasn’t my imagination. I hugged you so tight and you hugged back. I asked you if you were okay and said I’m fine.” I knew it wasn’t true….I knew it wasn’t true…..your alright” was all I could say.” I’m okay, everything is okay” is what you told me. We sat there and talked all night about old memories and the good times we shared. The conversation and the night seemed to be going way to fast. I remember being so relieved seeing you that I couldn’t wait to tell everyone that you were okay but by this time the bar was empty. You told me it was time for you to leave but again said “I’m okay”. As you got up I hugged you again and said “I knew it wasn’t true”. The next day I caught up the friends I originally went to the bar with and told them the good news but they all looked at me like I was crazy. They told me “Man you sat in that corner table by yourself all night and no one was with you”. I told them they were wrong and that I was sitting with you catching up. But they assured me again that I was alone all night just sitting there in deep thought and because of that they didn’t want to bother me. I woke from this dream in tears, crying like a child wishing that wasn’t a dream, at least the first part, but that’s all it was. I don’t why I had this dream; maybe my disbelief or I just miss you but the best thing I got from it all was….your okay. I love you and miss you very much but I know your okay and one day I’ll see you again. God bless you and your family.

Love your brother and teammate forever “WAKEUP CALL”!
Rene G

Man you think this would get easier but it is not still missing you like crazy.The things i would do just to see your smiling face again.I have nothing but LOVE for you bro...Keep looking over us all and know just how much we all love you.
Your Brother Maher

I thought of you last night. It took everything I had not to break down and cry in a room full of celebrating people. Everyday that passes I remember what should be ours. Please be my angel in this new year because I feel so lost. I miss you.

I'm a couple of days late but I didn't forget. I thought it would get easier, but it hasn't. I still miss you.

3 years already??
Man I still can't believe it!!
Missing you so very much!
Remembering you and Loving you always!

I love you VERY much! May you rest in eternal peace. I know you're watching over us bro!

My brother I don't know how to let this go and really hurts. Forever your big brother.Your never afraid to say I LOVE YOU and show your Love to everyone you touched. I'm sorry there is so much I want to say but it really hurts. LOVE always

Brother, you are still part of our family, in each of our hearts. Saul, Carlos & I always remember the joy of being in your radient presence. I miss you, simply put. It hasn't gotten easier, missing you. I recently got engaged! You'd be so proud of the great man I chose! Like you, he is a blessing. I'm getting married in July...I know you'll be there in the sunshine! Looking forward to that! Our nephew Michael is growing up ever so preciously...rightfully fitting name. Well bro, this was bitter-sweet. I'll be talking to you soon, thinking of you sooner, loving you ALWAYS!!!-your lil sis.

Mike,
I was just thinking about you and your beautiful smile....May your soul be eternal

I miss your smile so much. I miss your wink. I miss you Mike Baba.

It's been 2 years. It feels like yesterday. You are ALWAYS in my heart and on my mind.

"You took my hand, You showed me how
You promised me you'd be around
Uh huh
That's right
I took your words And I believed
In everything You said to me
Yeah huh
That's right

If someone said three years from now You'd be long gone
I'd stand up and punch them out
Cause they're all wrong
I know better
Cause you said forever
And ever
Who knew

Remember when we were such fools
And so convinced and just too cool
Oh no
No no
I wish I could touch you again
I wish I could still call you friend
I'd give anything

When someone said count your blessings now
For they're long gone
I guess I just didn't know how
I was all wrong
They knew better
Still you said forever
And ever
Who knew

Yeah yeah
I'll keep you locked in my head
Until we meet again
Until we
Until we meet again
And I won't forget you my friend
What happened

If someone said three years from now
You'd be long gone
I'd stand up and punch them out
Cause they're all wrong and
That last kiss
I'll cherish
Until we meet again
And time makes
It harder
I wish I could remember
But I keep
Your memory
You visit me in my sleep
My darling
Who knew
My darling
My darling
Who knew
My darling
I miss you
My darling
Who knew
Who knew"

Mike,

It's been two years since your falling asleep, and I can honestly say not a day goes by where I don't think of you. I have your picture next to my icons on the mirror and everyday I remember you in my prayers. I have a picture of us holding up the #50 with our hands across our chest. The #50 was your football number, but you will always be #1 in my heart and as well as the families. I will never forget you in my prayers or thoughts. From a broken and contrite heart, I LOVE YOU!

Farris

Mike,

It's been two years since your falling asleep, and I can honestly say not a day goes by where I don't think of you. I have your picture next to my icons on the mirror and everyday I remember you in my prayers. I have a picture of us holding up the #50 with our hands across our chest. The #50 was your football number, but you will always be #1 in my heart and as well as the families. I will never forget you in my prayers or thoughts. From a broken and contrite heart, I LOVE YOU!

Farris

Think of you often sweetheart....can't wait to meet you by that tree someday.

I want to say so much to Mike, but its to hard. Everyday I think about him, it eats me up inside. I want to thank his brothers for keeping his phone alive, as I call it from time to time to hear his voice. The last words I heard from Mike was, "Congratulations on your daughter, I'm going to come by nextweek to see you". WORDS I WILL NEVER FORGET UNTIL THE DAY I DIE. It hurts to much to continue this message. God Bless you Mike Baba, My BOY forever!!!

I still love you and miss you. My heart will never been whole again. You took part of it with you. Everyday I live with regret about my last words to you, not knowing they would be my last, and I hope that you really knew how I felt despite my anger that night. I always knew how you felt, even though you never said it. We just knew each other like that. Please forgive me for what I said, and all i didn't say. You will ALWAYS be in my broken heart. "I Love You."

Well, here I am thinking about Mike, just like everyday that I think of him. I don't mean to use this as a journal, but Mike was one of the family, another big brother always watching over his little sister. I have always kept a picture of him and I when he took me to my Senior Prom in 97'. I read the entries from others and wonder why there can't be more people like Mike in this world. I miss calling him and listening to his "dating lecture" he would spill on me, especially in this time of my life. I miss the holiday calls and birthday calls. I think he actually kept a log of everyone's birthday's. To Mike's family, this book of condolence's is the most heartfelt and sincere and should be cherished forever.

I just recently found out about Mike and I just would like to say that my prayers and those of my family are with his family.

Mike,

You are in my thoughts today as I learned that Marcus came to join you. I miss you and think about you often. You guys behave up there and always know we miss you!

Kristen

My heart skipped a beat Sunday Feb. 6th when I heard Mike had passed. I met him at Sam through friends and his little brother (whom I went to Middle School with). He was such a sweet person! I will truly miss running into him while shopping, and being greeted with that famous smile. :) xoxo

Mike Was A Special Man. Always a Gentleman and Kind. I walked by Zales a week before his Accident and He Greeted Me with a Big Hug. I work in the Mall and forever walk by Zales now and Miss his Hugs! My Prayers continue for His Brother Matt and Mike's Whole family.

My deepest condolences to the Baba family. Mike and I were friends in middle school and all through high school. I will miss his great sense of humor and his friendly nature. I had the blessing to see Mike just days before his tragic death (who knew for the last time)and will remember his warm smile and how he went on about not having our 10 year graduation reunion. He said he couldn't wait to see all his friends from Sam Houston...surely because he had soooo many!!!



My prayers for his wife and his family...may the Lord bless you with his grace!

Baba, as I use to call him. You will be missed so much by your friends and family that knew the real Michael Baba. A respectful, caring, and loving man. It seems like only yesterday I saw you, but in due time, I will see you again my friend. Peace and Love always,

The Garza Family

Mike

To day is a specical day. Mike and I have alway shared this day. Happy Birthday Sweet Heart. I missed your call.

Love always

Mama Butts

To the Baba family,



I am deeply sorry for your lost. Michael and I went attended Fonville and Sam Houston together. We would run into each other occassionally after high school and he was always full of life. That is how I have and will always remember him.



My deepest condolence,

Pat Bui

To: Mike and the Baba Family:



We little knew that morning

God was going to call your name

In life we loved you dearly

In death we do the same

It broke our hearts to lose you

You did not go alone

For part of us went with you

The day God called you home

You left us beautiful memories

Your love is still our guide

And though we cannot see you

You are always by our side

Our family chain is broken

And nothing seems the same

But as God calls us one by one

The chain will link again.



A friend in Jesus Christ to Mike and the baba family.

Mike, I was thinking about you a lot today. This was about the time last year that Marcus and I got together and I busted my knee pretty bad and was out of work. I remember that I was stuck at home at Marcus' apartment while he worked. When you heard that I was homebound for a couple of days, and couldn't go out, you canceled all your plans to come and play cards with me that night and keep me company until Marcus got home. You were always making sure that your friends were happy and I'm glad I have that memory of sitting there and whooping you at Gin that night! ;) I miss you Big Mike. Love you

To the Baba Family:



My husband Hector G. Rios, Jr. attended high school with Mike at Sam Houston. They recently ran into each at Zales where I had the pleasure of meeting him. My husband and I were informed over the weekend of your tragic loss and wanted to give you our condolences.



He was a great person and so full of life. May you seek comfort in the memories of the one you loved, close to you in spirit and thought and always in your heart,today and forever.

Tracy and I bought our rings from Mike at Zale's and quickly befriended him. I went today and wanted naturally to give my sale to Mike and was floored by the tragic news. We only saw Mike once every few months and talked to him on the phone occasionally but he touched our lives also. Reading this guest book is no surprise because even though we only knew him briefly, we just loved him. We are so sad for his family and so happy to have at least known him. We have his family in our prayers and we will not have him out of our minds for a long, long time. He was wonderful.

My deepest condolences go out to the Baba family for the tremendous loss of our brother, cousin, and friend - Mike. Mike - you were the most genuine, sincere, gracious person I think we've all met. Our losing you so suddenly has left everybody speechless, with broken hearts, and pain like none we've ever felt before. I know you're in a much better place than we are, but we will still miss you for a lifetime to come... and that's even an understatement. The impact you've left in everyone's hearts and souls is beyond imagination. If we had more "Mike's" in this world that we live in, the world would truly be a better place - with an abundance of love, warmth, smiles, gratitude, generosity, etc. Mike, you will forever be in our hearts, minds, and prayers as the best friend, cousin, and brother that anybody could dream of asking for. Everybody you met and everybody that knew you revered your friendship and put you up on a pedestal because of your mere sincerity, smile, compassion, and devotion to those around you. May God be with your family, especially Khalti Hind through this troubling, tough time. May God also give the rest of us the faith, energy, and will-power to get through this tough tragedy. We all love you Mike and may your memory be eternal. Allah yirhamak.

During this time of sorrow

we learn how much our

family and friends mean to us.

Your kindness and sympathy

will always be remembered

by the family of

Michael Nabih Baba

Mike you will truly be missed by all of us. I cant wait for the day to see you again and be able to hug you and hear you saying "Esh Tubah" I miss everything about you: your smile, your famous wink, and your hugs. I want you to know you will always be in my heart. I love you cousin and words cannot express my pain of losing you. I love everyone that has shared a moment with Mike. May his memory be eternal...

I dont exactly remember the last day I saw you but what sticks out the most was the game of cards you guys pushed so hard for me to join. I had a lot of fun that night and now looking back I really wish I hadnt missed out on so many. I didnt know you for long but around that card table is where I probably got to know you and Marcus best. In the short time I knew you I never took the time to say how you impacted my life in a way that most people dont in such a short period and how much your friendship meant to me. Its aparent you touched many others in the same way. You once told me that if I ever needed anything, to call you and you would be there.I will never forget that and I know you'll always be looking down on me and everyone else that you held so close to your heart... I will miss your company, warm embrace and soft kisses on my cheek,as well as all the other ladies will too I'm sure!Thanks for being the person you were, and the friend you were to me. I love you!



To the Baba Family,

my heart goes out to you! I am deeply sorry for your loss! Mike was a wonderful person,with a huge heart.I only knew him for a short while but he made me feel as though I'd known him forever...

To the Baba Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Mike from Sam Houston, he was a wonderful, exuberiant person to be around. From knowing Mike and his devotion to his family I can not imagine the pain and sorrow you are experiencing right now. Like most of the enteries said, he will be missed greatly, thought of fondly and we will miss his thousand watt smile. It has been over eight years since I last saw him but I often thought of him when I thought of high school.



My deepest condolences,

It brings me to tears yet today to think about Mike. Sad tears for what has happen and happy tears for all the good times we have had. I have known Mike since I was 12. We have been very good friends, and always will. Good friends and good people always live in your heart. He has always had a special place in my heart, and he will stay there forever. My thoughts are prayers are with your family.

Love,

Shelly

Mikey,

As I sit by the computer, I am, for the first time in my life, speechless. Words cannot express the sadness and heartbreak I feel in my heart. Though I don't have any childhood memories of us to share, we have built a bond over the last 8 years that will last in my heart for a lifetime. I dont feel like I lost a brother-in-law, I truley feel that (god forbid) I have lost one of my brothers.

Unfortunetly, we will never be able to feel your big bear hugs, and the sweet sound of your voice until we meet again in the Heavenly Kingdom. But, if I know you any better, you will allways have your arms wrapped around us and guiding us through everyday, for you are our Angel.

Mikes generosity and love was always apparent. He always had a way of making a difference in peoples lives. Whether it was a smile, hug, or a hello, he never felt obligated, it was genuine and from the core of his heart.

Auntie Hind, Masad, Sylvia, Olivia and Rima, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that he loved you all will his whole being. I love you.

May the lord watch over you all, and always keep you under his wings.

Mikey, You have always made me promise you that I would take care of your brother MAHER forever, and I swear to you I will never let you down.

May you rest in piece Mikey, and Find your way to your Fathers arms again. I will always love you. Love,

"your little sister" - Carol.

May his memory be ETERNAL!

My deepest sympathies to the Baba Family. All you have to do is picture Mike's smile and there are no other words to say. He will be truely missed.

This tears me up inside. I can not put into words this kind of sadness. I was looking forward to getting to know you.I havent seen you since I was a kid.Through Mahers eyes , my future brother in law I already felt a connection with you.I will continue to see you through the eyes of your brothers.We will always keep you close to our thoughts and prayers. Don't you worry Maher is going to be o.k.Carol will support and comfort him through all the days of his life.You left us so suddenly.Antie, Masad ,Sylvia Olivia, Rima and MaherGOD Bless You all .I love you all with all my heart.

To: Mike and The Baba Family:

God looked around his garden,

And saw an empty space.

Then he looked down here on earth,

And saw your loving face.



He put his arms around you,

And lifted you to rest.

His garden must be beautiful,

Because he only picks the best.



A million times will miss you,

A million times will cry.

If love could have saved you,

You never would have died.



In life we loved you dearly,

In death we love you still.

In our hearts you hold a special place.

No one could ever fill.



It broke our hearts to loose you,

But you did not go alone.

For part of us went with you,

The day God took you home.



Our love will always be with the BABA Family

Love

Del Ann Butts/Family

To The Baba Family:

My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Baba family. There are not enough words to describe Mike. He was truly an amazing person. Everytime I saw him he transmitted his happiness to me, as I'm sure to everyone else. I was very lucky to get to know such a wonderful person. He will be greatly missed. My prayers and thoughts are with all of his family, especially "Little Baba".

My heart and my deepest sympathy goes to the Baba Family.

I am in shock to hear the news.

I met Mike back when we worked together at his uncle's estalishment, All Brands. Also know as "Little Mike", of course Masad being "Big Mike". He was a special person, always smiling and laughing. I will always remember the times we rode together on deliveries, he always made the best of it. And how can I forget the times we played "one on one" on company time.

Going to miss you bro.....

To you and your family....

Wow...what can one say after such a tragic incident that knocks on ones door.There are no words to describe the pain the family must be going through.Or the loss of friendship,but with respect to all who loved Mike and to the family...I am so proud to have known such a man that could leave such vivid,wonderful impressions on people.It is apparent that he was important to everyone in such an endearing way.That in itself gives some sense of comfort.We should try to not allow the loss and pain to overcome the memory but the smiles and the laughter to keep him alive in our minds and our hearts...thats the greatest gift we could all give Mike in gratitude for all he has done for us all.....
I shall never take life for granted and to those we all love...
Thank you Mike for all you have given us.From me and my family.....

Helen and I were shocked to hear about Mike's departing. It certainly is a great loss to his family and to us as well.Mike was a very special person full of life and generousity to all.Mike was such a kind and loving person.Our heartfelt condolences to his mother and his siblings, may God give you the strength to endure this tremendous loss and may God keep you in the palm of His hand.

My heart and my deepest sympathy goes out to the Baba family. I knew Mike from High School and we became close friends in our Senior year. Mike was always eager to be my "big bro", trying to tell me what was best and all, but mostly being a genuine friend. I can remember a time that I was crying because I wouldn't have family at gradution. Mike gave me a great big hug and told me that I would have family there...my "big bro" was going to be there for me. He just had a way of making things better through laughter and genuinely caring... That was typical Mike.

I haven't seen him since graduation, but have thought of him often and I always thought I'd run into him again. Mike, you meant a great deal to many people and you will be missed.

My deepest sympathy to the Baba Family and to all those who knew Mike. He will be greatly missed. Mike was such a bright, cheery person always willing to help those in need. I will remember him from Sam with the warmest of thoughts.

Our Condolences to the Baba family. Mike was a very special person to me and my wife. Mike you will be missed very much but will be very much alive in our hearts. You have always graced others with your personality and smiles. Now its your time to move on to better places where you will be very much needed, with God. We will always love you.

Habibi Mike...Thank you for the love and joy you have given the world in both life and death. You will remain in our hearts forever and always on our minds. While we will miss you dear brother, may God take you into his heavenly kingdom where you will be surrounded by His peace, grace, and love. Allah Ma'ak!

Mike Loveable Mike



When Nisha called i almost couldnt handle myself. I will so miss you dearly calling u and passing to talk. You are a very special person, obviously just look at hoe many people love you. On Monday i was at WB and i wanted to come say hello, but i didnt because i was rushing. I feel so bad now, and i know i shouldnt because i know you wouldnt blame me. You wouldnt blame anyone. Mike is in awe he cant believe anything anymore. He misses you too. You know you are truly one of those people who you can think about for a secong and a million happy memories come running through your head and all u can do is smile. And sweetie believe me everyone who knows you is smiling right now and anytime they will continue to smile everytime they think about the Infamous Michael Baba. I will miss you so much but if i know you, you'll never leave any of us. We Love you!

Our most heartfelt condolences, love, prayers, and thoughts go to you - Hind, Masad, Rima, & Maher, as well as to all our other Baba relatives.



Although my heart is heavy over the tragic death of my cousin, I thank God for having shared Mike with us for even this short time. My memories of Mike will always be there - fantastic giant smile, huge heart, love of family, and a fun and helpful nature.



Like Mike, this guest book is overflowing with love for a charming human being and although Mike was like a brother to us - his VA first cousins, these entries have given me yet another peek to the good & kind soul he was.



I love you, cuz! May God have mercy on you and may you always watch over us, as you join both your fathers - God & Khalo Nabih

Love

Reema & Mike

I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bless all of you and get you through this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Memory eternal.

I have known Mike since Jr.High. He was always very nice to me. I met him thru my cousin I was younger than them both but that did not matter. I am lucky to have known him. My husband was very good friends with him. My husband has shared his memories of Mike with me as I have with him. My prayers are with the Baba family. Mike will always be remembered and missed.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Baba Family. I went to school with Michael at Fonville and to this day I can remember so well how wonderful of a person he was. I don't think I can remember a time that Michael did not have a HUG smile on his face. He always made sure everyone one was happy and I am sure even now he would want us to be thankful that he is safe with the Lord. You will be missed Michael!

I heard once there are special people in this world that touch you and leave a "thumb print" in your life. In the few short months that I had the pleasure of knowing Mike he left one of these thumb prints. I want to thank you Mike for letting me know you and for making me a better person. He always had a smile, a hug, and a kiss on the cheeck ready for me. My prayers are with the Baba family. I miss you, Mike. Thank you for being you.

My deepest sympathy to the Baba family. When ever I saw Mike at Zales he always said " Hey Mom" because thats how he knew me, as Rusty, Steven, and Kristi Heinrichs mom. I laughed and told him I had a name and he said I know I just like calling you mom. I will miss Mike and that ever so friendly smile and concern he had for his friends. God Bless you, and watch over us, my Angel Mike.

IN THIS TIME OF SADNEES ALL WE CAN DO IS SAY GOD REST HIS SOUL. YOU KNOW YOU SOMETIMES ASK YOURSELF WHY DOES GOD DO THIS TO US, TAKE AWAY OUR LOVED ONES SO FAST. BUT WE DO NOT STOP AND THANK GOD FOR GIVING US SUCH A GREAT GIFT. MIKE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON FULL OF LOVE AND CHARACTER, HE WAS VERY LOYAL TO HIS FRIENDS AND FAMILY. MIKE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, HE WILL BE IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS FOR EVER. WE LOVE YOU MIKE, AND TO THE BABA FAMILY I LOVE YOU GUYS LIKE YOU WERE MY OWN, I KNOW WHAT GRIEF YOU ARE GOING THROUGH AND IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT I CAN DO PLEASE LET ME KNOW,

LOVE THE KOJACK FAMILY (JAMILE,KALISTO AND HAZEL KOJACK)

Mike (and walaad dar Aumie Nabie) have more first cousins than anybody -- all of us cousins truly love him like a brother. Losing Mike is the most tragic thing that I have ever experienced and I feel great pain in my heart just thinking about having to wait to see him again. What helps me is that I picture Mike like the Archangel Michael, carrying the sword, protecting us and keeping us all safe (this time, he's got more ground to cover). Maybe we will feel a nudge when we forget about what's REALLY important. Mike taught us by his example to love each other, love God, never hold grudges and enjoy life to the fullest EACH DAY. I love you, Mike. Memory eternal!

My prayers are with the Baba family and all of Mike's friends. It is so apparent how much he has touched so many lives. While I was dating one of his best friends, Marcus, Mike became like an older brother to me...and at times a third roommate since Marcus and I had a spare bedroom. I haven't seen him as much in the last couple of months, but it was always a joy to run into him at the mall and bug him to clean my jewelry =) Fortunately I saw him just a week before we lost him and had a chance to feel his warmth and love and see his smile one last time. Big Mike, I will miss you and I found some pictures of us from around Christmas time today. This picture is from December 10, 2003. A group of friends was out for a traditional "Wednesday night out" and Mike was able to join us. I feel so fortunate that I have this snapshot and can share it with his family and friends. Love you Big Mike.

My prayers and thoughts go out to the family.

We will all miss you Mike.

Dear Baba Family,



I am so sad for your loss. You are such a beautiful, close family and I pray that God comforts you during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.



Love,

My deep condolences to the Baba family. Mike was a great person and always new how to put a smile on your face. He's touched so many lives in so many ways and he will be missed terribly. Mike, I love you and you will always be in my prayers.

Our deepest condolences to the Baba family and the entire Texas community. It is evident that his love will always be around, and that is something to be cherished. God bless him.

To my family and mike's friends;

I never thought I would get a call to tell me that my cousin had passed..Certainly took me by surprise. Mike was one of those guys that you just liked to hang out with...He just would make your day and someway somehow you were smiling too. He showed me a sense of respect and pride with in the Baba Family. He always took care of me and thats what I cherished most. When we needed each other , we were there and he was like that to EVERYONE he cared for and if he did not care for you he definately would let you know. I think we have all learned from this tragedy and that is to appreciate each other and to " be like mike".:) You never know in a split second so I urge you all to take time within your family and friends. Mike is now hovering over us and he will make sure now that we are STILL taken care of and safe. He is now with his father and we are now in good hands...actually we are and he is in better hands...even though we suffer , it always makes us feel better when we can talk about him because he just makes us laugh and that is what was so great about him. Habeebi I miss you and thank you for everything you have given me. Its been a while since I had seen you but I remember the last day I did and I will cherish that. I love you...Rest in peace...To the Baba Family...I love you all...Mike just know this...Everytime I came to the mall...I never once came to shop...I only came to see you and you only....I'll be there for your entire family..You took care of mine and I am now giving that back to you. I love you. I'll be around to visit you from time to time...

to the Baba family. he was a great person , full of heart and kindess.im in your thoughts and prayers.my deepest condolence. he was one of a kind an he wil be truley miss.

My deepest sympathy to the Baba family. I have never had the oppurtunity to meet Mike. I have only had the privelage of hearing the wonderful stories about him, from his cousin Farris. I know that he has a wonderful family, and he will always be remembered in all of our hearts! Stay stong and God Bless!

My condolences to the Baba Family my prayers are with you. Mike was an inspiration to my life, he was like a brother to me as well as my best friend. Mike always knew how to put a smile on my face and that I will miss dearly. He will always have a piece of my heart. I Love You Mike.

The Lord giveth, and the Lord taketh away.



What else is there to say? Mike habibi, I'm going to miss you so much. I will never forget you or the warmth of your smile, that infamous wink, and all the flirtatious things you would say to me...I love you cuz. You were the one who would look out for me, and I know you still are. God rest your soul.



During the funeral service it was dark and gloomy, then all of a sudden the church began to light up, and the rays of the sun were beaming inside, and I knew for a fact, that was Mike letting us know he reached Heaven, and he's with his father and our Heavenly Father, and he was just smiling, and that smile reflected into the church, to let us know that everything was going to be ok.



Masad and Maher, you guys know you can always call me if you ever need anything. We may have physically lost a brother, but we definately didnt lose the things he taught us. We need to treasure our memories and always keep him alive. I love you guys. May God Bless you all.



I love you always and forever Mike! And this isn't goodbye, it's a see you later.

My deepest condolence goes out for the Baba Family and Friends.

To the BaBa family:

My heart goes out to the BaBa family. May GOD be with you and help ease your pain.

I am truely blessed to have met Mike He had touched my life grately. I met him at Zales, years later he had helped me get a job there recently. Which I am verry thankfull for. Mike always would talk about how PROUD and how much he LOVED his family. The LOVE, RESPECT, and LOYALTY that his family had for one another. Mike was such a HONEST, LOYAL, ACCEPTING, LOVEING, and GIVEING friend, he was always there for me. I am truely going to miss talking to him everyday and seeing his stricking smile and great personality. Mike, "You will always be close to my heart, I am so thankfull to have known you, and proud to be your friend, I will miss you forever." P.S. It had been such a dark and gloomy past couple of day's, I thought it was so ironic when he left us from the church door's to heaven, all of a sudden the sun shinned upon all of us, I believe that, that was him telling us that he is finally at peace with his father in Heaven, and not to worry.

My Love and respect goes goes out to Mike and Family.

Sincerlly, Katie Beck

Dear Auntie Hind, I am sadden to hear about Michael.My mother Nehad talked about Mike just a couple days ago telling me what a wonderful person he was.And I wanted to tell you that. Love Always,Steven Saadeh Age 11

My deepest condolences goes to the Baba family. Mike is a person that has touched all our lives. Mike was the one who helped me with my wedding band, so he will truly be remembered for the rest of my life. He was a stand-up guy. The world is a lesser place for having lost him. I have never seen a more honest and self-confident person in my life and probably never will. Mike was not only a loss for his family but for his friends too. We love you Mike.

May God Bless the BABA Family, I meet Mike while working @DHL/Anut Maria. He was a great guy to see and to talk to.While shopping @ the mall(Greenspoint) he would stop you and make you laugh joke after joke. Our Prayers are with the BABA family.

Mike will be missed.

My condolences to the Baba family and to all of his loved ones. Even though Michael and I were not close, he always gave me dap and a smile the few times I ran into him. My prayers are with you all. Let this remind us all that life is not promised to us but the free gift of eternal life is. May the Lord Jesus Christ recieve Michael Baba into his kingdom where we will one day we will meet again. Keep your eyes set on things eternal and cherish the times we have with each other while we are here. Much Love.

My deepest condolence to the Baba family... I had known Mike for a few years... I remember when I worked at Cache he would always shine his bright smile at all the girls at work;) Little did I know I ended up working for His brother Maher... Mike was an excellent sales person. He had a natural talent to him... Mike could sell me anything... Mike I will miss seeing you at the mall... And buying jewelery will not be the same without you... Inshallah see you in paradise.

I had a class with Mike, Coach Kelt's famous class. One thing I will always remember about Mike is his smile, it was always there, like a window into his sweet heart. He will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Mike, and your loving family. May God bless you and your family always.

Every once in a while you meet that “One” person that touches your life unlike any other. To many of us who knew Mike, he was that “One”. The love he showed to those around him cannot be forgotten. I can recall about a month ago a conversation I had with Mike. He told me how we don’t say “I Love You” as much as we should. He said, “We all grew up together, and we know we love each other, yet we don’t say it”. At that moment I truly felt his love, and returned it by telling him “I Love You too, Mike, who doesn’t?” He was truly a remarkable man, and it’s proven by the entries in this guest book. So I ask you all to take Mike’s advice, and tell those around you how much you love them. Live everyday to the fullest as we saw Mike do. Yes, we have all suffered such a great loss by losing Mike, but think about how lucky we are to have shared these past 28 years with him in the first place. May God bless us all by giving us strength through these troubled times. Mike will remain in our hearts and memories forever. We’ll miss you cousin!

We always ran into Mike at Willowbrook Mall, and now it's going to be weird not to see him any more. Our prayers go out to the Baba family, and may God be with all of you at this time of sorrow.