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Michael Ray Clapp
1954 - 2017
Michael Ray Clapp
1954 - 2017
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1954
DIED
2017
Michael Clapp Obituary
Michael Ray Clapp
Michael Ray Clapp, age 62, fell asleep on Thursday, January 19, 2017 and is awaiting the return of our dear Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Mike was born in Kalamazoo, MI on August 13, 1954. He grew up in Portage, MI on West Lake with his parents and 3 sisters. Mike loved the lake.
He moved to Colorado Springs 40 years ago, where he stated and ran an HVAC business (Design Systems Heating & Cooling).
Mike and Deborah met in Colorado Springs in 1989, they have been married for 26 years. Deborah joined Mike’s side in running and growing Design Systems.
Mike is survived by his wife, Deborah, three sisters, Kathy Nettles, Becky Klimp and Linda Koon (Rob), Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Niece and Nephews.
Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Ellen Clapp of Portage, MI.
Some of the things Mike and Deborah enjoyed doing together was going to Air Force football games and Formula One car races.
Mike was a patient, wonderful man of great kindness and tenderness of heart. To know Mike was to love Mike. He exemplified the expression ‘he would gladly give the shirt off his back to someone in need’. He was very patriotic.
He loved God and His Word. He loved the believers. He loved his business. He will be greatly missed.
Services will be held at Mountain View Mortuary on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 5:00p.m. with a reception to follow.
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January 31, 2017
Debbie, So sorry to hear of Mike's death. He was a wonderful neighbor and friend who did all the HVAC work on our addition as well as our rental house. He was joined in the Lord's house this week by my husband Mike who passed away on Jan 26. My prayers are with you. They are probably sitting with Jesus even now. Marcia Clements
Donella
January 30, 2017
I was a client of Mike's from '09-to last fall, the last time I saw him. He always provided excellent service, was in good humor even when he was tired and had patience with me even on Friday afternoons. And of course, we always had to discuss our latest bird sightings and he would tell me of his latest trip to MI, to family and to the lake.. I am stunned and sad to learn of his death. I will miss him ALOT. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Tim Beeson
January 29, 2017
I did business with Mike for many years. His honesty, generosity and good humor made his one of those business acquaintances that always felt more like a friendship. I'll miss him.
Ronda Logan
January 27, 2017
Kathy, Becky, and Linda,
So sorry to hear about Mike. I know how
it feels to lose a brother. Your in my
prayers.
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Larry Paul
January 27, 2017
So very sorry to hear of Michael's passing. My most heartfelt and deepest sympathy to the family.
Jeff Clapp
January 26, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families, from your southern cousins.
Candy Jackson
January 26, 2017
Our team is so sorry for your loss. We have worked with Mike for 10 plus years and have enjoyed every minute. He was always someone we could rely on and trust. We will miss his smiling face.
Pam Higgins
January 26, 2017
I worked with Mike when I flipped homes and from what I knew of him, he was a funny and a truly genuine person. He'd get a kick out of trying to get me to go into crawlspaces and of course, this was part of job but if they were too scary, I'd ask him to tell me what he saw and take pics. Of course he would as that was just part of his nature. I am so sorry to hear about his passing and know it's a difficult time. My prayers are with you and your family and God Bless you all.
Carolyn Clapp-Sutton
January 26, 2017
So sorry to hear about Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all your families from your other Clapp cousins.
Erica Roberts
January 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Mike was great to work with and he will be missed!
Jack and Lynda Gustafson
January 26, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we trust that God is at your side during this difficult time.
Ann "Gustafson " Taddei
January 26, 2017
A wonderful cousin and friend to all. God bless you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Kathy Moon Lenton
January 25, 2017
Remembering Michael as a classmate from Portage Central High School. My thoughts and heartfelt prayers go out to his family as they face the next days with sorrow and loss. May you all heal with the grace of god and know that Michael will forever be in your hearts
Marie Koon Anderson
January 25, 2017
To Michael's family...Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Linda, I am here for what ever I can do to help you. Love you
Terri Allen
January 25, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss, he will be greatly missed at Regional Building Dept!
Nelida Gonzalez
January 25, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed here at Regional Building Department.
Christy Reeves
January 25, 2017
Linda & Family,
What a lovely tribute. Heaven surely welcomed him with open arms. Wishing you and yours peace and strength during this sad time.
Joanna Limberopoulos
January 25, 2017
Linda, Deborah, Kathy, Becky and families, I am sorry for your loss. May time truly help to ease your sorrow.
Joanne Scheve
January 25, 2017
Linda & family, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Cherish the memories.
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