Michael Crichton

Dear Judy & Family - I just learned of Mike's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. You will remember that Mike and I worked together in Calgary. I recall when Mike and you first met, and it was love at first sight, and I know over the years when Mike and I ran into each other, he always had that same sparkle and love for you! I know the days ahead will be difficult, and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Hello Judy, I knew Mike when he was in Niagara and worked with him in Ottawa for 2 years he had the Customs blue running through his veins and was a terrific person as indicated in all of these wonderful entries.

I remember Mike fondly. He was head of the CDT when I was a CET supervisor in the United States. His personal touch led to many cooperative cross border programs. Our two teams developed close friendships which last to this day. Mike was the type of man who fostered friendship and loyalty. I will miss him God speed to heaven

Dear Judy & Family:
I now just found out. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I worked with him for a few years at Calgary Int'l Airport in Customs
I hope time will be able to heal your hurt at this time.
Debbie Laplante (was Debbie Craig when I worked with Mike.)

Mike was my Manager in Niagara Falls in the late 80’s. I again had the pleasure of working with him occasionally, over the last 16 years, while he worked in Ottawa in the field of Intelligence Analysis. He was passionate about his work, faced challenges head on, and took great pride in standing up for what he believed in. This is what I valued most about Mike, and I, along with my colleagues will miss him dearly. Mike was very influential in the direction and path of my own career, and I am thankful to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days to come.

To Judy and the Crichton family, it was with surprise and sadness that I learned of Mike's passing. Please accept my sincere condolance for your lost.

Mike hired me as a Customs Inpector back in 1983 at the port of St Stephen N.B.and then in 1984 as a member of the Customs Drug Team for N.B.& P.E.I.(1984-1986)

During this time Mike was a mentor to me and became my friend. He was a good person that was always generous with his time and advice.

For Terry, Teresa and myself,we will always have great memories and stories about our time working for Mike with the C.D.T.

When Mike left Halifax in 1986, he made sure that we all had new assignments of work that we wanted.

Mike will be missed and I will always keep good memories of him in my heart.

Again, Judy and Family, please accept my sincere sympathies for your lost.

Dear Judy. I am still shocked after hearing about Mike. I've known you both since our Niagara days and our friendship was always important, even though I didn't see you often. My heart goes out to you and your families. The world has lost a great man.

Judy: It was with shock and sadness that I read of Mike's death last week. Mike hired me as a Supt back in 1979. I went on to work for Mike at the Calgary Airport in '79 and '80. I kept in touch with Mike over the years and I looked forward to our always enjoyable discussion on all topics dealing with enforcement. Mike had quite an impact on me and my career. We didn't always see things the same way, but I respected his views and was always impressed with his determination and perseverance/persistence. Like me he had a stubborn streak, but once one got that, he was a pleasure to deal with. Dana and I hope you find peace during this difficult time. Mike helped many of us achieve our aspirations. We'll miss him too.

Mr Crichton helped me first get a job on Customs 23 years ago. I never worked closely with him but I do know that he was extremely helpful. I have heard of him through the years, in new position announcements and enforcement initiatives and I have always held him in high regard.
My thoughts are with the family at this sad time. I hope it comforts you to know you loved a fine and worthy person.

I had the pleasure of first meeting Mike when he was in charge of the Customs operation at Calgary International Airport. He was passionate about his work and he was admired as one who led by example. I was sorry to hear of his passing.

I worked with Mike when he was with Customs in the Atlantic Region. Bit of a shock to hear of his sudden passing. My condolences to Judy and family.

My deepest sympathies to Mike's family.

Judith....We are sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
E&I staff Halifax, NS

"...Young and strong I pass, knowing well I am destin'd myself to an early death:
But my Charity has no death--my Wisdom dies not, neither early nor late,
And my sweet Love, bequeath'd here and elsewhere, never dies."
Walt Whitman, "Chanting The Square Deific"
Mike was taken too soon but he leaves an incredible legacy. He will be greatly missed.

My deepest sympathies to the family. Mike was a great mentor and friend. He will be missed by us all.

Judy,

I had the great pleasure of knowing Mike for 28 years. I will always remember the good times we all shared back in the Calgary days. I have always considered him a friend and wonderful colleague who was always willing to help. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Mike will be missed by all that had the good fortunate to know him.

Thinking of you, Judith, and your family at this very difficult time. You will have your beautiful memories with you always.

Why do the good die young? Mike was one of the happiest people that I have ever met. He had a great self-deprecating humour, was passionate about what he did, and did it extremely well. It was an honour to know Mike, one of the smartest, most dedicated and open-minded public servants I have ever met. To his family, please accept my deepest sympathy for your huge loss.

It was a sad day when I learned of Mike's passing, he was a true friend and an amazing colleaugue. We had many many good times during the 84-86 CDT impelmentation. Judy our hearts and prayers are with you, Terry, May, Laura and Garrett Gollinger

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

· "If sailor tales to sailor tunes,
Storm and adventure, heat and cold,
If schooners, islands, and maroons,
And buccaneers, and buried gold,
And all the old romance, retold
Exactly in the ancient way,
Can please, as me they pleased of old,
The wiser youngsters of today,

Mike's wit and wisdom will be dearly missed around our office. He was the ultimate source of knowledge for many of us. His passing creates an immense void but his contribution to the intelligence program will carry forward. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dave Burnley (CBSA)

Judy,

it was with great shock and sadness that we learned of Michael's sudden passing. Mike and I had a lot of fun in Halifax starting up the drug team and we worked hard with little success for a while. He was a good boss and from time to time we would catch up when I was in Ottawa on business.

I will always remember how he would let his coffee get cold and still drink it.

Debbie and I wish to extend our sincere condolences to you and your family

Thinking of you

John and Debbie Dolimount
Woodstock New Brunswick

Mike this is your last voyage and it will be a great one.

The pearly gates were opened.
A gentle voice said "Come,"
And with farewells unspoken,
He gently entered home.