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Michael Lorden Obituary
He was born in Leominster, July 22, 1982, son of Michael J. "Mickey" and Gail R. (Ryan) Lorden of Westford. He lived most of his life in Westford.
Mr. Lorden graduated from Westford Academy in 2001 where he was an outstanding student athlete. In addition to playing basketball, he was a two-time member of The Sun's all-star team and former captain of the Westford football team. He went on to play football for Wagner College in New York City's Staten Island.
He enjoyed sports and spending time with his teammates. Mr. Lorden enjoyed his family and friends, and was always ready with a helping hand and a kind word. He enjoyed vacationing on the lake and in Florida. He also enjoyed fishing and lifting weights.
Mr. Lorden worked as a heating, ventilation and air-conditiong technician for several area contractors, including Lorden Oil Co. in Ayer, Hamel and McCallister Co., in Burlington and Nissitisit VAC Co., in Pepperell.
Besides his parents, survivors include a sister, Julie A. Lorden of Westford, his paternal grandfather, Timothy J. Lorden Sr. of Pepperell; his girlfriend, Stephanie Merrill of Groton; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
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Peter, Sally, Kelley, Scott, and Peter Hartmann
June 12, 2005
Dear Mickey, Gail, and Julie,
We are so sorry to hear about Mike. We'll always remember the love and respect Mike had for family and friends. Karl, Helen, and the family enjoyed the many visits from Mike and Julie at the lake. Mike will always have a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Peter, Sally, Kelley, Scott, and Peter
Barbara Chu
June 2, 2005
We would like to extend our condolences at this time. I still can remember the boys playing baseball as youngsters at the Graniteville fields. It does not seem that long ago.
Our thoughts are with all of you.
Sincerely,
Chauncey, Barbara and Bryan Chu
Kristen Gray
May 23, 2005
To my cousin Stephanie and the Lorden Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May Mike rest in peace and may you take comfort in knowing he lives on in the hearts and minds of many who knew and loved him and the wonderful person he was. My prayers are with you all.
Carla Cricones
May 22, 2005
Dear Lorden Family,
You are in my thoughts and my prayers everyday. I know that there are no words to describe what your family is going through right now. Micheal was a wonderful person who touched each and every persons' lives whom he came in contact with. I feel blessed to have known him and my deepest sympathy goes out to your family.
Sincerely,
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Jessica Hinckley
May 21, 2005
Gail, Mickey, Julie and Stephanie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am so glad that I have so many fun memories with Mike growing up. His smile has always made me smile and the thought of him always will! He will be in my heart and thoughts forever. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. We are better people because of him.
Karen O'Neill
May 21, 2005
Mickey, Gail and Julie:
You have my deepest sympathy and love. I know that words cannot help at this time. Michael was a wonderful person just like his parents and sister. I loved having Michael in Junior Racquetball he was such a joy to be around he was a very interesting little boy very inquisitive and excited about everything that was going on. I enjoyed the few times I went to his high school football games, he was a leader such an acomplishment and so natural at it. Michael's memory will live on thru his family and friends he touched a lot of lives in such a short time. My prayers and thoughts are with Michael and his family at this time.
Love,
KO
patricia stone
May 20, 2005
dear mickey and gail - so very sorry to hear of your loss. you're in our prayers.
pat and connie stone
John Ablondi
May 20, 2005
Lorden Family,
Mike was a great person. On and off the field he made an impact on everyone around him. On the field, his intensity and ability made all of us work harder and play better. Playing football with him for two years was truly an honor. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ashley Aulds
May 19, 2005
Dear Stephanie & Lorden Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot describe the pain that you must be going through. But I have to tell you I feel truly blessed that I knew and spent time with Michael. He was a wonderfully passionate person in all aspects of life. Michael will always remain in my heart. I will never forget the truly wonderful memories we shared together. My thoughts and prayers are forever with you Michael and your family.
Love
Ashley
Joanne & Charlie Federico
May 19, 2005
Gail, Mickey, and Julie,
Even though we are not geographically close, we are with you in our hearts and our prayers. Our deepest love and sympathy in this very sad time.
The Federico's,
Joanne, Charlie, Greg, Matt and Lisa
Dan Zabbo
May 19, 2005
Mickey and Gail
I know there are no words to help at a time like this.I haven't seen Mike since we were all at the club.My memories of your son are of a really nice boy whose company I enjoyed.My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dan Zabbo
May 18, 2005
micky and gail
so sorry old friends from way back.take care and pray
heidi
May 18, 2005
words cant say enough at such a sad time.i dont know this family.i read it in the paper and it touched me to see such a young child gone so soon.may his memory live on forever.at such a time as this truly god is the only one who can bring peace to such a sad time as this.so i wll pray that mikes family get comforted by his peace.and may he give you all streghth to go on.he must of been a special person to have been taken at such a young age.may he rest in gods hands for eternity.
Shane Hamel
May 18, 2005
I only knew Mike for a short time but it was obvious that he was a very kind and genuine person. My condolences to his family. I am sorry for your loss.
Kevin Hansberry
May 18, 2005
Lorden Family,
Mike was the ideal teammate. He was a great athlete and a fearless competitor who always put forward his best effort. But, for all of his accomplishments on the basketball court and football field, of which there are many, I will always remember Mike for the person he was off the court. He was a fun-loving guy who always knew how to make you laugh. He was just a great all around person and he will certainly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Stephanie Phipps
May 18, 2005
I've known Mike since we were little and running around at Vesper.. and will always remember him as the friendly, kind person that he was. I'm so sorry for your loss. And to Mike- you will be forever in my heart.
Jim McClutchy
May 18, 2005
Mickey and Gail
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at your time of un-imaginable loss.
Jim McClutchy and Family
Katy Nordhougen
May 18, 2005
What a terrible tragedy to have lost such a young man. To my cousin Stephanie and Michael's family, may God help you all through this loss.
Stephanie Merrill
May 18, 2005
Michael,
You are my world. I love more than words could ever describe.Loosing you is hardest thing I've ever gone through.Even now that you're gone I can't imagine my life without you. To know you was to love you. You could always make me laugh and you made me so happy thankyou for blessing my life and bringing me so much joy. my guardian angel. I love you.
Love,
Steph
May 18, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sorrowful time. We also lost a beautiful son with a wonderful future at the tender age of 22. He will always be with you in special ways that you don't even know right now. He will be waiting for you when your time comes when you can be a whole family again. God Bless and help you with your grief at this time.
From a Family who knows
michael geary
May 18, 2005
Mick,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Saddened by the news. You spoke of him with great pride.
Lauren Reedy
May 18, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss of someone so special who was deeply loved by many...I didn't know Mike well, he was someone that was friends with my sister since they were little and I know he was always a good kid.
Patrice Devanna
May 18, 2005
I remember waiting on Mike and family at Video Junction for years and seeing Mike around town since. My heart and deepest sympathy goes out to the family. May Mike rest in peace and the family take comfort in knowing he lives on in the hearts and minds of many who knew and loved him and the wonderful person he was.
May 18, 2005
YOU WILL BE MISSED AND TO MIKES FAMILY I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS YOU HAVE MANY FAMILY AND FRIENDS HERE FOR SUPPORT
Brian Bigwood
May 17, 2005
when i think of Mike i think all those memories of going to summer football(Uconn) camps & playing in Basketbal Tournaments together with his Cousin Roy when we were young.He was just a great all around kid. my thoughts and prayers are with his family and may god bless them
Patti Hartig
May 17, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Lorden family during this very sad time. Michael was such a fun student to have in class and was a great friend to many. His memory will bring a smile to our faces ~ always.
Fondly, Patti Hartig
(7th grade teacher)
Joan O'Leary
May 17, 2005
When I think of Michael I will always remember him coming in to my home with a big smile and a big hello. He is loved by so many in this town and all of us will miss him. Our prays are with you and your family. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Ali Bogdan
May 17, 2005
Michael will truly be missed, he was a wonderful person and a great friend. He will never leave the hearts and minds of those who were lucky enough to have known him.
Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss.
Philip&Lynne Scannell
May 17, 2005
Mickey and Gail,you will be in our thoughts and prayers,Bless your entire family.
Georgia LeBlond
May 17, 2005
Losing a child is the hardest thing in the world. I would like you to accept my sincere condolences of your loss. I am at a loss for words, but want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers each and every time I look over the lake. I think of Michael as gentle giant. Please know I will be praying for you and your family. Sincerely,
Georgia LeBlond
Deborah Duffy
May 17, 2005
Michael was a bright light. Every teacher has favorite students - Michael surely knew that he was one of mine.
I will think of him often and fondly ~ and will know that he is now in the loving hands of God.
May God's peace be with his family and loved ones.
Ever fondly,
Debbie Duffy (6th grade teacher)
Chris Giroux
May 17, 2005
Rest in Peace Mike.
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