Mike Coolbaugh

you probably dont have a clue who i am but we r related distant cousins who never met. I have talked to mikes brother scott on the phone when i was little as one of christmas gifts. Sry for the loss

I played with Mike in san antonio when we were 17-18 years old in Allstars. there was something about him that I knew he would make it big in baseball. I will read the book to find this out and teach my child his ambitions. Mike was a great Guy dedicated to the game.

Mandy,
I just read the SI story on Mike. Being 37 I, myself am going through what Mike was ealier, showing my wife things like where our money is , my insurance policies, telling her who to talk to about things in case something happens to me. Yesterday I found out I have Diabetes and very high blood pressure. Not that I wasn't, but now I'm going to try to be the father to my daughter and son the way it related to me the way that Mike was to your two boys. God Bless You and your family. I hope you do have a daughter, and may she be blessed to know from family and freinds what caring father she would have had. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Michael Coolbaugh has surely been welcomed to play on the grandest of all baseball teams by Raymond Johnson Chapman (d. 1920).

Dear Amanda,
Please know that you and your boys and your child on the way is in our prayers. I remember all your wonderful stories about Mike. Even on the days when the children at school were driving you crazy, you had the biggest smile and always a glow whenever we talked about Mike. May God Bless You Always.

Being from San Antonio, and attending a local high school close to where Mike attended, I regret not meeting this exceptional human being. It's a big loss for the city and for the baseball community. Being the same age as Mike, I have learn to appreciate life and all its gifts that everyday brings us. My great condolances go out to Mike's family.

We are deeply sorrowed by your loss. Mike was an awesome player to watch on the field @ The Dell Diamond. We will miss him and send Mandy and the boys all our love.

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. Mike and our son played football in Hi Shcool together.

I will never forget the sound of the bat hitting the baseball and then seeing Mike Coolbaugh get hit. As the stadium went into shock 3 medical doctors went onto to the field to help. I knew all three and could see the determination through their faces to keep him alive.I was so proud of them but yet felt so sorry for him, they did the best they could but God was ready for him. Mike will be in a better life now and may he rest in peace. You will forever be remembered.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this painful time.

Although we did not know Mike we often heard you speak of him. Jessica Mills was in your Kindergarten class and was so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you during this time and later on as well.

I knew Mike since the 4th grade. We met playing little league ball together. He was the first to support a girl playing baseball rather than softball. We would grow up together playing ball, though I moved over to softball, eventually and played with his younger sister Linda as we got older. Mike and I ended up at the same middle school and high school later. We never had less than two classes together every single year. I was never fortunate enough to see him play in peron after high school(though I was always at the games then), but I sure did whoop and holler whenever I caught him on the tube, or in the paper. My own daughters 7, 5, & 3 began their tee-ball, base ball and softball careers this year and I must admit, Mike and his friendship was always one of those initial memories that would come when ever I went to the little league field to watch them play. The love of the game is what sparked our friendship. Other similarities (and differences) kept it close and many times not so close, but that is how most lifelong special ‘aquaintances’ go. I am so proud to have known him and so proud and happy he realized his dream that I was blessed to have actually seen him dream. He lived and died doing what he loved, no one can beat that. I feel for his family and will give my condolenses again in person. We all loved you Mike. I am sure they are playing our song somehwere up there, John Fogherty, “CENTERFIELD”, for you, me, Mikala, that other guy from study hall(Jeff?) and of course, our other Michael. You will always be our MacBeth

Mandy and Boys,
May God be with you and comfort you during these difficult days. Mike was my favorite player when he was with Memphis. He was truly a wonderful young man and will certainly be missed by all. He was so proud of his family. Now, he will be your guardian angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Mandy, I am deeply sorry for the loss of your husband. He was a wonderful man. May the precious little life you carry inside of you sustain you now and give you solace in the months ahead...and of course, your two beautiful "little Mikes". He will always be with you in all of them. I pray God will give you and Mike's family, His comfort and peace.
With deepest sympathy,
The Hall and Quirk Families

Coolbaugh Family - our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Anthony played with Mike in Round Rock in 2003 and 2004...in fact, he still talked to him off and on...the last time they talked Anthony was excited because he said Mike was going back to school to get his degree...he said how tough that must be - being out of school for so long and now with kids/family. He was proud of him.
I met Mandy one time at a Round Rock/San Antonio game in San Antonio - I believe she was pregnant at the time - I too was pregnant...Mandy - if you ever need to talk - I don't know what you are going through right now being pregnant and losing your husband, but my brother was killed on his motorcycle in May of '05...so I know the grieving process - if you ever need to grieve with someone - please get in touch with me.
We have been thinking and grieving with you for the loss of your husband. May God's love and peace surround you during this trying time.
All our love,
Jessica & Anthony Acevedo

May God wrap you and your children in his arms and give your peace at this time. A baseball fan from Louisiana.

As a broadcaster in the Texas League and in professional baseball, I am obviously devastated by the horrible loss of a great baseball man. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's immediate family and the rest of the Coolbaugh family, including Mike's brother, Scott himself. I've known Scott on and off for 6 years and I always found him to be a class individual and of course, we all feel terrible for what happened. My thoughts also go out to Tino Sanchez and his family. We all feel terrible for him for what he is going through and what had happened. Very sad day for baseball. I wish the Coolbaugh and Sanchez families nothing but peace, comfort, and good will as they deal with this difficult and horrible time. Thank you, Mike, for all you have done in this game and in life in general and may you rest in peace. We will all miss you!

Mike seemed like a great individual. I regret not getting to know him better while he played for us in Round Rock. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

May God keep you and your family in his hands and GOD Bless you all.

Time heals all.

Scott, Keeping your family and Mike's in our prayers during this difficult time.

God Bless you Mandy,Boys and New Baby, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this sorrowful time. May your children and family help get you through this terrible tragidy and know that Mike was a wonderful baseball mentor for many young men. My deepest sympathy is with you at this time and may God bless you all!

To Mandy and my precious baby boys -

My heart is breaking for you, there just are no words. I will forever cherish every moment spent with your family and am so grateful that God allowed us that time with Mike. Please take care of yourself and know that we are here if you need anything at all.

Love,

Nikole and Caleb

A blessed life that was taken way to soon. They say " the good die young" Amanda please be rest assured that Mike is in heavon clearing the field of dreams for you and yor childern. May God Bless you and yours.

Life is so blessed

The Round Rock Express Booster Club wishes to extend our most heartfelt condolences to the Coolbaugh family, friends and team mates. Coolie will be truly missed.

I always remember Mike as being a family man, as represented by this picture I took before a game in early May, 2005. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

To the Coolbaugh Family, all our love and prayers are with you during this sad time. We will always cherish the short time we got to spend with you and Mike here in Round Rock. He's playing on God's team now for our love ones that have gone before and we can hold onto the knowledge that we will see him again when we all reach heaven's baseball field.

We didnt know him, but you have our sympathy for your loss.

I have never met or seen Mike play. I am an avid baseball fan and from what I have read Mike was well loved and respected. My thoughts and prayers go out to the immediate family as well as Mike's extended baseball family. May God be with you all during this time of grief.

As a player of baseball and fast pitch softball for 40+ years, I hope it will help the healing of your grief to know that he died doing what he loved to do. May God wrap his arms around you and get you through this time of sorrow.

I played against Mike in Shreveport when he was is Tulsa. I remember him as a true gamer. I also am from a baseball family and at times like these we are all family. My thoughts and prayers as well as the Anderson Joe's organization go out to Mandy, and the entire Coolbaugh family. God Bless.

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mandy and boys,

Mike will always be remembered as a part of the Express family. His years in Round Rock were great as we enjoyed watching him play and getting to know your family. Mike's passion for the game will live on through the boys as I know they always loved watching their daddy on the field. I can't remember a time when I saw them at the game without their gloves.

Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Brooke Hailey

My thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's family, friends, and fans. Having had the opportunity to talk with Mike on a couple of occasions while he was at Round Rock was truly a blessing. More of today's athletes should take a lesson from the way that this man lived his life, on and off the field. He will always be remembered.

We'll all pray for you and your family and never forget the fun times.

Sorry to hear of your loss..you'll be in my prayers (a Brewer fan)

Remebered Mike when we played baseball for our High School in San Antonio, TX. He would come before and stay after baseball practice. He loved the game.
He will be deeply missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

I can remember a few years ago, The Coolbaugh Family had a Birthday Party in Suite 1 for Joey. Joey was excited to watch his Daddy playing the game he loved. I can also remember how wonderful The Coolbaugh Family is and what a true Gentlemen Mike is and always will be. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you.

My heart breaks for you. I will keep you in my prayers.

Such a terrible tragedy. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. I just cannot believe this has happened. Hold on to the memories they will help you through the difficult times ahead.

With deepest sympathy
Alison, Ray & RJ Wagner

We are all so terribly saddened by the loss of Mike and our prayers go out to his family.
He was a big part of the Express family.
Joan & Hank Thoresz

My husband met Mike on the field after an Express game. We always enjoyed his enthusiasm for baseball, and my heart just sank when his
chances for a September call-up were shattered along with his wrist in August of '05. I've combed milb.com for Mike Coolbaugh news since Spring Training started. I just can't believe he's gone. RIP Mike. God bless his wife and those two little boys!

Coolbaugh Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers

Everytime I watch an Express Game I will think of you doing something you had to love.

May God be with your sweet family.

im sorry... :( i was at a baseball game and we took a moment of scilence for our beloved friend! R.I.P Mike

We will be praying for God's comfort for Mike's family. We remember his great contribution to the Express.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

May God bestow your family with grace.

Rest in peace.

Here's to you Mike.

our thoughts and prayers are with the family.we are deeply sadden by the loss.

I am so sorry to hear things of this nature. May God be your "ever present help in time of need". Many prayers will be said today and forever.

Mandy,

My family and I are deeply sadden by the loss of Mike. We all enjoyed watching Mike play and watching the passion he had for baseball and his family. Please know that many of us here are thinking about you all and saying many prayers!

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

Rest in Peace, dear friend! Thank you for enriching the lives of all who encountered you on your journey through Earth. May the Peace of God embrace your dear family forever!

To the Coolbaugh Family-
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

May God shower your family with his divine blessings of comfort in this time of lost. Honoring his memory knowing that God loved him more.

My prayers are with each of you today. I don't know your family but I come from a family that lives and breathes baseball. God will watch over you during this trying time. Just remember your loss is heaven's gain.

I am pryaing and thinking of your family. God Bless your family during this time, I hope that your strength in his love pulls you through this time.

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

My prayers go to those still on earth morning his passing. As a big sports fan and volunteer coach I know he is coaching in Heaven and has no worries.

I am very sorry for your family's loss.

I pray blessings of understanding and comfort to the family and friends of Mike Coolbaugh. Find your comfort in knowing that God is a God of no mistakes. God bless you all!