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Karen Bergstrom
July 4, 2024
7 years ago bun and I still miss you everyday... I treasure our last walk under the fireworks and your laugh when the sprinklers went off. I will never forget what you said to me when you called later. Unimaginable that was to be our last embrace and conversation after a lifetime of conversations and love. You will always be a first and most important love of my life and you knew it. See you next time...
Karen
MARY A HOBBS
July 5, 2022
It is hard to believe it has been 5 years. We miss you everyday. The little lady has grown up. You would be proud. I hope your girls are happy and healthy which only the beginning of what you wanted for them. Hope all your family is good. Love to you all.
Tom (Knepper) Franceschi
June 8, 2019
Very sorry Paul and family for the loss of your son.
November 12, 2018
Love you .. always
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Linda
January 6, 2018
6 months .. it seems like a lifetime.. tomorrow I will go to the headlands .. feeling you there is all I want. Love you forever.. love to your girls everyday .. my hope is they know the love for them you shared with me every day .. deep and abiding and without conditions.. you are missed Sir Michael.. every minute of every day ❤

I will always love you ❤
January 6, 2018
Mary
October 25, 2017
We miss you more everyday. Thus world is just not the same without you. I worry about your girls without the Daddy that loved them more than any words can say. I worried about all of your family. I hope you have gone on to your peace and happiness. Your are very missed and well loved.
August 5, 2017
We send our love and prayers to Bettye and family.
Al & Lavona Hobson
Valley Center,Ks
Yasaleah
July 31, 2017
No words will ever come close to describe the effect on this world without you in it! I know you are in peace now and for that, I find comfort! I've read our last words to each other at least 100 times since I've heard this tragic news and still can't grasp the fact, you are no longer on this earth. I've never met a father who loved his children as much as you - I know your beautiful girls will grow up and your spirit and love for life will continue through them. Rest in Peace Sweet Man - till we meet again!
Tony and Nadia Anton
July 12, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the Becker family, we are so sorry for your loss. We will all keep the good memories of dear Michael, May He Rest in Peace! Tony and Nadia Anton
Leah Thiel
July 10, 2017
Bettye, Leslee, Paul - The first and only time I ever met Michael was the day I went to visit my dear friend Bettye. As I was about to knock on the door I paused as I could hear Bettye singing Happy Birthday - it was Michaels first birthday. I waited to knock until she finished her sweet song to her dear son. I am so sorry for your loss.
Peter Ehlen
July 10, 2017
I'm stunned and saddened to hear of the passing of a good man. I lost touch with Mike after high school, but based on the outpouring of love here it sounds like he never changed. Kind and gentle, the type of guy who would hang out with anyone, dork or jock. I'm very sorry for his loss. I hope his daughters maintain his legacy of jovial kindness as well as his sense of humor.
RIP Mike.

Best smile EVER
Lyte Paulson
July 10, 2017
Gary & Jan Parfit
July 10, 2017
Bettye, Paul, Leslie, and family,
We are so saddened to learn of Mike's untimely passing. Our memories of him are as a kind, bright student and good friend of our son Matt at Mary Silveira. Seems that when we moved to Novato in 1978 we lost track of Mike and the family, but we never forgot you. Keeping you in our prayers for comfort and peace during this very difficult time.
Lyte Paulson
July 10, 2017
Mike,
Tears are flowing. You were the sweetest, kindest, most generous man! I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that you are gone!
I received your text Monday afternoon - I too miss your beautiful smile and warm hugs! I will always remember the wonderful man you were, the GREAT times we had together, and the beautiful soul you shared with the world...rest in peace my friend - Love you, Lyte.
Kristin Antonio
July 9, 2017
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your wonderful son. The last time I saw Mike was on a flight to Germany in the summer of 1992. He was between jobs, with a friend, ready to begin his European backpacking adventure. At my 1st day at a new school, Mike was the very first person who introduced themselves to me. I had moved from Texas, and Mike sat right behind me 1st period in Mr. Eisenberg's class, making me feel welcome and included in my new surroundings. May you also be comforted in the sharing of
warm memories as you come together to celebrate his beautiful life. May God bless you.
July 9, 2017
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your wonderful son. The last time I saw Mike was on a flight to Germany in the summer of 1992. He was between jobs, with a friend, ready to begin his European backpacking adventure. At my 1st day at a new school, Mike was the very first person who introduced themselves to me. I had moved from Texas, and Mike sat right behind me 1st period in Mr. Eisenberg's class, making me feel welcome and included in my new surroundings. May you also be comforted in the sharing of
warm memories as you come together to celebrate his beautiful life. May God bless you.
CHARLENE BURGI
July 9, 2017
Paul, Bettye and Leslee.
My most heartfelt condolences to you all. I just got word of this news today. Memories of yester-years of the boys smoke cigars in Mexico while the rest of us were green and wishing we were back in the US. Picnics, dinners out, oh so many memories to capture and hold onto the good times. Just know I am holding each one of you in my hearts right now. Love, Charlene
Mary Alice Colvin
July 8, 2017
Our hearts are with all of Mike's family and friends. What a dear, great guy. I was lucky to grow up with Mike and have the opportunity to know him. His legacy and strong spirit will live on through all he touched with his honest and genuine friendship.
James Hiser
July 8, 2017
So long, Mike. I hope you find peace. I will always remember you.
July 8, 2017
Dear Paul and Family,
I just read about the terrible news about the loss of your son, Michael. It won't be long before you see him again in the resurrection. He is safe in God's memory.
Love,
Laurel Kitchel (Wayne's daughter)
The Darman-Deen Family The Iribarne Family
July 8, 2017
May your light burn brightly in heaven, dear Mike...we will miss you and love you forever.
Jaricka Torres
July 8, 2017
We love you.
Mary Hobbs
July 8, 2017
Rest in peace sweet man. I hope you have gone to happiness and peace. Thank you the last year of memories, me and the little lady will always cherish our memories with you. Love you to infinity and back again.
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