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Michael Joseph Jennis
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A longtime resident of Anna Maria Island, Michael found solace and joy in being outdoors. The beach held a special place in his heart, offering him a sense of peace and spiritual connection
Michael had a deep love for animals, especially cats. His gentle care and quiet compassion were evident in the way he looked after them-offering shelter to strays and sharing his home with feline companions.
He found joy in music and sports-simple pleasures that added rhythm and lightness to his days. These interests served as a steady backdrop to his life, bringing moments of happiness and connection.
Michael's memory remains like footprints in the sand-softened by time but never washed away. May his spirit rest beside the waves he so dearly loved.
Let his memory bring comfort to those who knew him and peace in the knowledge that he is at rest.
Michael Jennis is survived by his children, Ariel (Ian) and Kayla (James); his grandchildren, Charles and Madeline; and his sister, Stephanie; and many loving relatives and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held on April 24th at 11am at Roser Memorial Community Church.
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Charles Alex Forth ( Pate )
April 17, 2025
Michael I'm so sorry I didn't have a chance to say goodbye we had a great time and growing up in the neighborhood with the kids bubba Jim Alex and you I'm going to miss you I was always jealous of you you could do algebra and I couldn't I love you Alex Pate
Anne Phillips
April 16, 2025
Mike and I were friends since working together at the Holiday Inn on Longboat Key in 1979. He was always great to be with laughing and smiling so much. It was a huge joy in his life to have daughters and then grandchildren. Over the more recent years the Christmas CDs he made were really special and wonderful to listen to year after year. I´ll keep doing that and will hold him dear in my heart. Love to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Mike and is missing him now.
Maximilian Miller
April 16, 2025
He was the nicest man I ever met, wish I spent more time with him. I loved his Christmas CDS he´d give me of some obscure Christmas songs. He will be missed, and remembered. I hope you found piece. - Sincerely, Maximilian Milller.
Jenny Morel
April 14, 2025
I believe we celebrated Christmas Eve together for almost 48 years.
I know your having a heavenly joyful reunion with your loved ones.
You will be missed but not forgotten.
Jenny Morel
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Elke Brunnstein
April 14, 2025
Michael and I met in 1994 at the Anna Maria Island Public Beach- with our two year old kids- and spent many wonderful hours together there.Since then we enjoyed every summer coming together with our families.Thank you Michael, for maintaining our friendship (also with your family ) for over 35 years.
For me you are connected to the beach and be always in my thoughts whenever I walk on the beach at AMI.
Our sincere condolences to your family are sent from fr away by the entire Brunnstein family
Lisa Ballantyne
April 12, 2025
Wishing you & your sister comfort at this time & may all your wonderful memories be a comfort to you both now and always. May you rest in peace Mike .
Chuck and Dara Caudill
April 10, 2025
Michael, we shared a love for the beach, music,and for nature and all animals. I will miss walking the beach,or you stopping by Daras and my camp and you always lifted us up in laughter and just simple love for a few minutes to share our life´s stories.We wish you peace and no pain
In your heavenly journey and we will meet again, I´m sure!
Chuck and Dara
Ann Friesch
April 10, 2025
We got to know Michael at building 4 at Beachplace. He always had a smile on his face. He was very helpful and made our time here enjoyable. We will miss him. Ann and Andy Friesch
Heather Garner
April 10, 2025
We so loved Michael at Building 5 at Beachplace!! I enjoyed getting to know him over the last 6 years. He was a kind, humble and generous man - always with a smile and happy to see our family each time we would arrive. He will be dearly missed. He talked often about his incredible family and I just wanted you to know how much he loved you all so much!! May his memory be a blessing to all that had the pleasure of crossing his path. John and Heather Garner - Jack and Evan
Jeanine and Greg
April 10, 2025
A lovely boating day with family
Susan Runfola
April 10, 2025
Kayla and Ariel , I am so sorry. I knew your dad very well years ago. We worked together and shared many wonderful times in the "old" days. He was a special friend and will be remembered fondly by anyone that crossed his path. I remember the day he told me twins were on the way! Your dad was so excited and happy! He loved you dearly. He introduced me to so many different types of books and had a wonderful sense of humor along with a sensitive. Your dad will be missed. May you both find peace in knowing how much he was cared about by the Island. Blessings- Susan
Snoopy Gates
April 9, 2025
For 32 years Mike you were my dear cats/squirrels buddy neighbor. We bonded over our deep love for animals. We helped each other whenever needed. Since you left, the neighborhood is not the same. But now you are at peace, pain free, surrounded by the ones you loved and by Zeusie, Rubberdubbedubbe, Tweedy, Titus, Biggy and all the furry companions that you loved and loved you. I can see you smiling with one or two purring on your lap. Mike, I am glad you were part of my life. You will be remembered with fondnest. Snoopy G.
Peggy Huss
April 9, 2025
Mike will be sorely missed by everyone that was fortunate enough to know him! He was a kind and gentle soul who loved his family so very much. Whenever we crossed paths, he would speak endlessly about his daughters and grandchildren. His pride of his beautiful family was so evident! I regret that I am out of town and won't be back to attend his memorial, but I will most definitely be there in spirit! I am so grateful I got to see Mike one last time before he passed. He always brought a smile to my face......such a special man indeed!!!
Pat Morton
April 9, 2025
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kayla Jennis
April 8, 2025
Love & miss you dad xxoxxo
Ariel Jennis
April 8, 2025
Always on our minds and in our hearts
Ariel Jennis
April 8, 2025
Miss you Dad
Ariel Jennis
April 8, 2025
Miss you Dad
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