Michael Bachand

These Covid times have put everything off kilter. You remain in my heart. Yesterday we celebrated Claire’s birthday. You would have lived our two grandkids and they would love you. Kids see people’s souls and yours was pure ❤

It was 10 years ago that you left us so suddenly. You were the sun of our universe pulling us gently to your warmth. You are not forgotten. So many remember that warmth. ♥ Michelle

Michael, I cant believe it's been 10 years. Miss you and think of you always. Your sister, Christine

Michael is Always in Our Thoughts and Prayers. It Truly was A Blessing to have Met this Beautiful Family and shared So Many Wonderful Times with them. Michael has taught Us To Always Appreciate Everyone You meet and treat them like Family. Everyone He Met was His (Brother or Sister). He had A Special Place in Our Family. Miss His Smile Everyday but Have Great Memories Forever ❤❤

Always a gentleman. Always shared a smile.

Nine years. The time flies but my thoughts of you walk with me thru every single day.

JUst thinking of you as I head out to some of my last days at camp this year. Maybe ke you would have loved camping with us and you would have LOVED Tim. You would have been best buddies.
Michelle aka Meesh

Thinking of you today. Left some picture memories that hopefully others will enjoy as much as I have.

Happy Birthday Mike

Michael: I can't believe it's been five years. I can still hear you say "I love that". I miss you every day. Christine

Today you would have been 52. Hard to believe baby brother. Still miss you everyday.

It was with sadness when I learned of Mike's passing.
Please accept my condolences during this difficult time.

I miss you at the soccer team.
We were good friends and I loved talking to you. Good bye.
I miss you.

I'm very sad to hear about Michael. I know him from school and the Christmas party at the Legion and life skills class. I'm going to miss him.

I'm very sad to hear about Michael. He was good neighbour. I always loved seeing him at Ventures. I will miss him forever.

Dear Homern and LIL, we wish to express how deeply saddened we are to hear of Micheal's tragic accident Cathy George told us tonight.His smile and happy outlook on life will always be remembered.
lucette and jerry george ( Elaine Sauve's Mom)

I didn't know your son, but, heard of the accident and will keep you in my thoughts. If, when it is my time, that, 1 small percent of the people love me that obviously love him, that would be quite an honour.
He must have been an extremely special person in this society....if more people could learn from his example, what a wonderful world we would live in.
Please take comfort in the love that surrounded this young man and remember the part you played in the special love that he shared with everyone.

Dear Homer & Lil,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have so many good memories of Michael - corn roasts in the back yard and lots of hugs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roberta and Joanne Babington

Dear Homer and Lil,

I wish to express how deeply saddened I am to hear of Mike's tragic accident, I am so sorry for your loss.

Having known Mike from the old neighborhood brings many memories that I will cherish forever, the fondest for me was to watch him enjoy the music when Dad (Bruneau), Rick and the band would practice at Rick's.

His smile and happy outlook on life will forever be missed.

To the Bachand family;
For the past year I’ve had the privilege to coach Michael in floor hockey at the Novelletto-Rosati Complex (NRC). He participated in the Italian Canadian Handicapable Associations (ICHA) floor hockey program and was always a pleasure to be with. He lit up the room with his smile every time he scored. On behalf of his fellow player, coaches and ICHA members, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Homer, Lil and family.
My heart goes out to you. Mike went from the sweet and gentle child that we loved, to a kind, honorable and independent young man to be proud off. These attributes in any child are a testament to the parenting they receive. Homer and Lil, you are exceptional parents. I wish all parents were blessed with your wisdom. Please let the knowledge that Mike is now safe with God give you comfort. Carol Gillis, Cape Breton

I grew up as neighbours of Mike and remember playing basketball in the alleyway plenty of times,and of him walking home and stopping to say hi to us while we were outside, like many have described Mike, very outgoing/friendly, sadly be missed, take care homer/lil and family

The Bachand Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. So many memories from the old neighbourhood.

God Bless

I will always remember Michael . what a loving and out going person . I remember him coming to the house for a visit and of course our days at boblo park . my rides partner. my prayers and thoughts are with you .
Colette and family

To the Bachand Family
Our sympathy and prayers are with you all at this time.
Sorry we can't be with you
Lots of fond memories of Michael
Art and Pat Johnson

I always remember Michael being so happy and upbeat. It was more than a pleasure when he visited our home. He brought kindness and joy everywhere he went. He will be missed.

Dear Bachand Family,
It was an honour to know
Mike and spend time with him. I liked every moment of it.He was my best friend and will be missed dearly
(I miss his everyday phone calls already) He will be always loved and missed by all his friends. Yuriy and family

To the Bachand Family:
Our hearts and prayers go out to your family. We have known Michael for many years.
Jim, Pat, Brenda, Kim Robinson
Bliss Road

To the Bachand Family,
I'm writing on behalf of my sister Janice who worked side by side with Mike at Ventures. Our family is very sadened by your loss of a very special person. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. I know he will be fondly remembered by my sister. Sincerely, Janice Boutette and Family

Micheal committed himself to his work with People First. I have been honoured to have the opportunity to work beside Micheal at some of the very important meetings held in the past few months. My name is Michelle Stein, I was the meeting and leadership facilitator hired by People First. Micheal will remain a person of fond memory in my mind and heart. Prayers for all of you and your family.

Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
The Crosby Family
Charlie, Chuck, Dave & Dan

My thoughts are with you Aunt Lil and Uncle Omer.

Jan Brunelle

I always enjoyed shaking hands with Michael. He was enthusiastic and sincere and would look you squarely in the eye.
He lived his life just the same way, with great dignity, purpose and also kindness.
Growing up together, with the Bachand's in that great, great neighbourhood, we learned a lot from Mike. He will always be family.

Michael was a very special cousin who lives forever in peace. We keep him and his family in our hearts and prayers.

Homer,Lil & Family, I sit here speechless, still in aww!I just saw Mike last week.He must have been waiting for the bus to come.I never got the chance to say hello to him that day.As traffic was heavy and I was in the middle of it.I do however remember what I was thinking.(I wish I could have stopped to tell him).I loved that he always wore the biggest smile on his face.Always seemed so happy and fun loving.My brother and I met Mike at a young age.My Uncle Rick and Aunt Terry lived next door to him and his parents.As we spent alot of time with them--we got to know Mike and his parents too.I remember playing basketball with Mike in his driveway.Mike was always so much fun to be around and he always made me laugh.I'll miss his big teddy bear hugs and his kisses on the cheek that he always snuck in.He will forever hold a special place in my heart.Your Family has so much to be proud of-Mike was a real gentlemen and such a pleasure to be around.Our prayers are with you all.Michelle Rivait(Fauteux)&Family

He inspired with his integrity, optimism, and warmth. His passing reminds us how great he was.
Rest in peace,
James and Kathleen Bronson

To the Bachand Family,

We are sad and heart broken on the loss of Mike. He always made us feel great with his wonderful smile and big hugs.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Paul and Debbie Macko

I remember Mike every morning on the bus on the way to school. He was always the bright star on a dark morning. He was very friendly to everyone and a kind soul. He will be deeply missed. Rest in peace dear mikey may you fly high with the angels in heaven

My love to Uncle Homer and Aunt Lil and God's blessings to Micheal. Rest in peace.
Mary Lou Laporte

Deepest sympathies go out to the family. Michael always greeted me with a warm handshake.

Thoughts are with the family at this time.

Dear Aunt Lill, Uncle Homer & Family

I am so sorry, there are no words just my prayers and thoughts.

Love Your niece and cousin
Elaine Chiarot

Our prayers are with you at this sad time. May God Bless You.

Dear Homer,Lil and Family

Our deepest Sorrows
It has been a great 47 years knowing Michael. Paul and his family will truely miss him. Michael and Paul grew up together to become great life long friends and neighbours. P.S. I was blessed to see Michael at Br. 143 for a hand shake and hug. Guy.
God Speed Michael

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

my sympathy to the Bachand family. He always greeted me with a smile and a handshake when I picked up my brother (DWayne Doe) at Ventures. He will be missed by all his friend there. Rest in Peace Micheal.

Kevin, Cheryl, Adam, Kate & Dave -

We are so sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories.

Sincere Sympathy - Heather & John Arnott

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Bachand and family
We will really miss Mike; we loved him and loved having him join in on our family get together’s. We always considered him part of the family and enjoyed his company. As others have said he was always happy to see you and be in your company. He enjoyed dancing and would get everyone on their feet to dance - that’s what I think of most when I think of Mike. We have a guardian Angel in Mike now looking out for all that know him.

Dear Bachand Family,
I have known Mike since grade school just living down the road from him . He played in our back yard and I can remember alot of fun times. He was always happy and saying hello to everyone. Heaven has received an angel....Prayers and thoughts to his family and friends....

Our prayers are with you at this sad time. Love to all,

Linda (Bronson) Cox and Family

My Deepest Sympathy.

Homer & LiL
Our hearts go out to the both of you. Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son and my brother Knight. God has another angel with Him.

micheal may the angels be with you and look down on us. I know you up in heaven and I will see you up there when i go. you are and always be my little buddy

your coach
sean

With deepest sympathies on the passing of Michael, from your old Byng Road neighbors ~ Emmy, Walter, Pete & Rita

I knew right away that something must have happened, when suddenly, quite unexpectedly, I got a phone call from Windsor. Honestly, I haven't been able to get Michael off my mind since Mrs. MacIssac told me the news.
We are all so very sorry.
My parents used to come home from their visits to Windsor and tell me just how loving and out-going Michael was. I realize now, that although I hadn't seen Michael in a good many years, I had honestly come to love him, just through my parent's stories .......his graduation, his job, his living arrangement, his enthusiastic hugs and greetings whenever they would visit. I know that he would just melt my mother's heart. He had the admiration of both my parents.
This morning, I have been thinking a whole lot about our old Windsor 'Byng Road/Bliss Road' neighborhood and remembering everyone who used to be such a big part of our lives when we lived there. I read through the entries in Michael's guest book; stopping at the names of the people that I remember having played with.
On behalf of our family, with fondest memories, we would like to offer heartfelt condolences to all the family and friends and neighbors of Michael Bachand. He will be truly missed.

I have 2 'special needs' brothers..62 & 56 yrs old.....I just called them in Barrie right after I read through the Windsor Star blogs regarding the tragic incident about Mike....they are the most sensitive ...incredible people in the world....and for those who read through the notes and comments in the online blogs..please remember...whenever you encounter or observe these incredible people..in your travels..those who have Downs or other unique characteristics..please appreciate you are in the presence of 'very special and wonderful' human beings....we are fortunate to have them amongst us....my condolences to Mike's family...he contributed so wonderfully to our society..he will be missed but not forgotten...

Dear Chris, Dan, Joshua, Jessica and the Bachand Family,

We are so sorry to hear this heartbreaking news about Michael. May God bless you and comfort you all.

We have been so saddened by the loss of Michael in such a tragic way. Our hearts go out to the family of Michael and may God take care of your son ....Jean and Mark Forster

Oh my, guess our Lord needed a special hug...my condolences and special prayers to the family

rose

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Mike, I am so glad to have had the chance to know you. You always put a smile on my face. It doesn't matter how big the crowd, I always saw you waving and smiling. I attended many recreational activities with Mike. He was a pleasure to be around. Words can not express how tragic this is. My prayers and thoughts are with his family. Rest in Peace Buddy. I will miss you. Your friend Paola:)

Homer and Lil
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
I have been blessed with the opportunity to get to know and work with Michael.
He was a great man - full of pride, self determination and independence. Nothing held him back, he worked hard for what he wanted in life, achieving many of the goals he had set for himself.
He will be truly missed.
Rosanne

Having lived next door to Mike and the Bachand family for a good part of my life I am very saddened by this news. I remember going over to the house for many visits. Mike was always eager to help get drinks or snacks for us as guests. He though, would not have his snack or drink until 8:00pm exactly. He was always excited at christmas to show us his newest gift of technology, whether it be a walkman, cd player, new cd etc. He was always up on the new devices that were available. Of course his favourite words were "I love it." I also remember Mike babysitting my brother and I on occasion or maybe just once (not sure). I played basketball with him many times in the backyard on Bliss Rd. One of the other things about Mike was what a great dancer he was. He would jump on the dancefloor and the party would begin. He did a wild "Macerena." I have great pictures of him dancing at my wedding.
Uncle Homer and Auntie Lil and family I am so sad for your loss. I am thinking about you all!!
Mike: You were a big part of my life growing up and I will never forget you!! Love Benee (Renee)

Mike was and will forever be our special gift from GOD and to all who have been touched by his wonderful smile and grateful hug. Our heartfelt condolences to the Bachard family.

My family sends our sincerest condolance's to Michael's family and friends. God speed Michael.

Rob Wade and family

I am very sorry for your loss. Michael lived in my building and I enjoyed seeing his smiling face in the hallways. He will be missed.

im sorry to hear of the passin of your son

Dear Michelle and family

My deepest, most heartfelt and sincerest sympathy at this difficult time.

Chris, Dan and family I am sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family.. Keep the memories alive and cherish the memories you have...

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

I have known Mike my whole life. He was my brother's best friend (Paul Riendeau). They grew up together and shared many happy years together. He will be dearly missed by all of us in the Riendeau family. Our sincerest condolences to the family. We will all miss you Mike.

We feel so bad and yet rejoice in Mike's life. He made an impact on all of us and our love and prayers are with you all. We love you.

I will miss you so much Mike, and I know all The MacIsaac's will too. You've been in our life for as long as I can remember, and we all have great memories of our childhood & adulthood together with you. We will miss and think of you always.

Laurie MacIsaac

To the Bachand family
I am so very saddened by the loss of a wonderful man. He was very popular at work, due to his good nature and sunny personality. He loved to laugh and make others laugh as well.
I often rubbed the top of his head and called him "my fuzzy head Micheal", and he got such a kick out of it.
I will miss his expression "Oh goody, I love it!"
Mr and Mrs Bachand thank you for sharing your son with all of us at Community Living. your son brought much joy to our lives. I will miss my press man at Venture works.
My sincere sympathies to you and your family.
Rest in peace Micheal.

Mike has always been the angel among us. Now he will be our guardian angel watching over us. What I learnt from Mike will always be remembered. Mike always had patience and tolerance, love and kindness for every person who was furtunate enough to meet him. Love ya Mike

Dear Michael: I will miss you at work. Say hi to my mom for me.

Chris, Dan and family, we were so sad to hear about Mike. He always brought a smile to our faces every time we met. May God give your family the strength at this very trying time. Love Chris & Mark Tuson

My heart goes out to your family.

WE FEEL LUCKY TO HAVE KNOWN MICHAEL AND THE BACHAND FAMILY FOR 31 YEARS. HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND WE CHERISH ALL THE GREAT MEMORIES WITH HIM. HE IS TOO WELL LOVED TO EVER BE FORGOTTON!!!

Mike, I met you when I was just beginning my adult life and I have learned so much from you. You always made me feel special and loved and not afraid to be myself. You will be in my heart now and forever.

Michelle,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and Michael's friends at this time of sadness. As time passes and you begin to heal you can take comfort knowing Michael will always be your guardian angel. Take care and God Bless You

I don't know Mike or any of his immediate family or friends, but it is sad all the same. Such a quick way to go. May God bless him and all of you as well. I am very sorry for your loss.

On behalf of the employees and staff at Venture Works we wish Mike rest and peace. He will be missed by all his co-workers and of course his happy smile. Rest in peace dear friend.