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Michael J. West
1952 - 2017
Michael J. West
1952 - 2017
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BORN
1952
DIED
2017
Michael West Obituary
Michael John West, age 65, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center, Appleton with his family at his side following a courageous 9 month battle with cancer.
Mike was born January 30, 1952 in Appleton, son of the late Carl and Vera (Barr) West. He proudly served his country from 1977-1981 in the US Air force. He always enjoyed nature by spending time at the cottage, hunting, fishing, or just sitting on the dock.
Survivors include four siblings; Sandy Rozell; Carla (Dennis) Vaubel; Gary (Linda) West; Dennis (Deb) West. He was proud to be called Uncle Mike to numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Along with his new found family at Highland Community Apartments.
Per Michael's wishes no service will be held.
Mike was always willing to lend a hand, share a smile, or crack a joke. "You will be missed by all."
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Jenny, Dave, David, Linda, Lonnie Pendley/Ziemke
March 14, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was such a lovable person; very helpful to my Mom and I when I couldn't get to her quick enough. Loved seeing his forever smile. We will continue praying for the Family. You are missed greatly Mike!
March 13, 2017
My sympathy to Mike's family. Memories of playing cribbage, no matter how small the board was. God bless. Nancy
Karla West-Dee
March 12, 2017
I am so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a good man, and will be missed.
Vickie & Paul Stoeger
March 11, 2017
Sending prayers for Mikes family that all your wonderful memories will ease your pain. Mike was a crazy and wild guy who always brought smiles when ever he was around man. Remember he is in a better place
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March 11, 2017
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Pam Wilda
March 10, 2017
No matter what the situation was Mike could always bring a smile to your face. As kids I remember the times at the farm house and all the cousins running around. As we got older it seemed like the only times we got together was for weddings or funerals.....then eventually it was just funerals! But again, you could always rely on Mike to bring laughter to the surface! Not that I wished for a funeral, but man! I sure wish it wasn't so much time since I last heard your laugh .......RIP Mike....I know there is a lot of laughing happening in heaven these days!
john & Effie Xanos
March 10, 2017
Mike, your smile was like sunshine and always on your face, no matter what!
We enjoyed meeting on the hallway while living in the same apartment building as we all walked for exercise on raining days!
When walked outside weather permitting we also met halfways!Your body gave in to the sickness, but your joyous spirit will always live in our heart! You're resting in peace now in the dimension of light, no more pain,
no more suffering, only soft, healing light and your beautiful, everlasting smile! Good bye our dear friend! John & Effie Xanos from Ridgeview Apartments
Chanute AFB FF School May 1977
Bradford Connolly
March 10, 2017
I am sorry to hear about Michael's passing. I graduated from firefighting school with Michael in May 1977. I think went to Ramstein AFB in Germany for his first tour.
If you can see the photo that I inserted I am sure that you see Michael on the bottom right whereas I am on the bottom left.
I came across his obituary as I am trying to connect with my fellow classmates. God Bless and take care.
Chanute AFB FF School May 1977
March 10, 2017
I am very sorry to hear about Michael's passing. Michael and I were in the same class at Chanute Air Force Base in Illinois for firefighting school in May 1977.
I just contact another fellow graduate, Rodney Lee.
I think Michael and Rodney shipped out to Germany for their first tour while I went to England. I lost touch with everyone after that point.
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