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Michael Mirth Obituary
Michael C. Mirth, 23, of Emmaus, died March 16, 2007, in his home. He was a son of Kenneth C. and Teri (Rothenberger) Mirth, with whom he resided. He was a graduate of Emmaus High School, class of 2003. He was a member and former acolyte of St. Johns Lutheran Church, Emmaus. He was employed in the family business, K-MAC, Emmaus. Michael held a first degree black belt in karate and had a desire to join the Marine Corps. He enjoyed motorcycles and four-wheelers. Survivors: Parents; brother, Rob and his wife Heather, and maternal grandfather, Raymond Rothenberger, all of Macungie; many other loving relatives, including second cousins, Antonia and Joey Petite. Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday. Interment will be in Northwood Cemetery, Emmaus. Contributions: To the church, PA 18049.
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Danielle Rieser Scapellati
December 13, 2017
Hi mike I have been thinking about you a lot lately... not that that will Ever be a time I don't think about you I miss you lots and I really wish you would just come over one day or I'd see you out or we would pass each other driving and you would do something g crazy and I'd crack up ❤ I swear you loved my smile so much you insisted on making me smile every chance you got ❤ So much has happened and changed since you left us I can't believe how long you have been gone you were my first love and honestly a forever love in my heart to have the friendship we had before and after our relationship is something to cherish and be grateful for not too mention the amazing friendship the three of us had after Ryan and I got together cherished memories I cannot ever forget nor do I want too ❤❤❤ I will always feel like you are Ryan' and I best friend for life and have been happily watching over us with a smile since you left us and i know you have been with us for all these amazing things that have happened believe it it not.. our little bella will be in school with your nephew ☺ I hope they become bffs4life I will have to wait until the day I see you and you make me smile again ❤☮ Bff4life p.s. sometimes lately I forget to smile so if u wanna drop me sign to lmk you read this and make me smile I'm here
Teri Mirth
July 14, 2015
Happy Belated Birthday Michael. It's been a rough few days, but I know you know that. I have to believe that you were there to guide Lee "home." The tulips you gave me one Mother's Day bloomed nicely this year. Austen is doing a nice job on the lawn for us, but it is a never ending cycle. Take care my son...Love Mom
Teri Mirth
March 16, 2015
Dear Michael,
I can't believe it's been 8 years since you left us. Time seems to fly by. Much is going on here and I am coping the best I can. Danielle messaged me the other day, and her and Ryan are coming for a visit next Sunday. I smiled when you gave me the message about my birthday cake, chocolate on chocolate. I work fulltime now and have met many wonderful people and made a lot of new friends. Antonia will graduate from high school in June, and I hope to fly down to North Carolina. Dad will more than likely stay home with Lexi. I just wanted to let you know you are always on my mind and I miss you everyday. Take care my son...Love Mom
January 22, 2015
Hi Michael...your Mom and I have become great friends by chance at work, her and I know that both you and my Joshua are sending us pennies from heaven often, keep up the good work. Both your Mom and I need it. We love and miss you both!
Bonnie Booth
Teri Mirth
July 10, 2014
Hi Michael,
Happy Birthday! I am going to bake your favorites and take them into work on Monday. I love my new job, and look forward to getting up everyday and facing new challenges. Dad is doing much better since his surgery on his neck, but I know you already know that. The weather has been on the dry side, and my tomatoes (the little ones)aren't growing quite as fast as they usually do. Pop Pop's favorites are flourishing, I think he is gardening from heaven, lol. I have off tomorrow, and will stop at the cemetery with Dad. He finds comfort in that, me, not so much, but I know you understand. I have met so many nice people at Lehigh Gas, it truly is the perfect place to work. We have what I call the Star Wars Coke Machine. Total computer touch screen with every product Coke makes and then some, several flavors of coffee, a cappuccino machine, and a popcorn machine. Dangerous place!! Got to run, Happy Birthday my son, love you and miss you...
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
March 16, 2014
Hi Michael,
I can't believe it is seven years since you left us. I still expect you to walk through the door and call out "Hi Mommer." We had a very snowy winter, but finally I think we are headed toward spring weather. Lexi is enjoying the fact that there are puddles in the yard. She really is a farm dog. I know Cokie and Sweet Pea are with you, we miss them too. Dad is having some serious health issues, and we have several doctor appointment in the weeks ahead. I love my new job! The time passes by so quickly when I am there. There is much going on in our lives, but I know that you know that. I also see the little signs that you leave for me. It's almost time for me to speak at the high school again. Drug use is still rampant, and heroin is especially bad. Hopefully, speaking out will plant a seed of thought in students about how serious the choice to do drugs really is.
Have lots to do today. Dad is not feeling well, so we will not be stopping at the cemetery today, I know you understand. Love you and miss you.
Till we meet again...Mom
Teri Mirth
February 16, 2014
Dear Michael,
It has been a snowy winter. I think every one is looking forward to spring. Ben Kollar and his brother have been coming up to plow the driveway. Ben came the last two times himself. I am going to bake some peanut butter cookies for him today. I have a new job and really love it. Very challenging but it is right up my alley. Next month it will be 7 years since you left us, it doesn't seem possible. I think about you everyday...
Love,
Mom
Daniel Giannini
February 15, 2014
Mike! I was looking for you for a while man! Guess I found you, I miss hanging out with you. We had good times in high school together. I'll miss you.
August 27, 2012
Dear Michael,
I am so thankful for the experience with the Gallery Reading. I know that you are with me always. We miss Cokie, but I know you are taking good care of her. Our new puppy Lexi has helped to heal our hearts after we lost Cokie. She is currently in training, and will graduate from Puppy Preschool on Wednesday. Hopefully, she will be as good of a therapy dog as Cokie.
We love and miss you...
Mom
Teri Mirth
March 17, 2012
Hi Mike,
I can't believe it has been five years since you left us. In some ways time has stood still. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. In a few weeks I will be visiting more classes at Emmaus High School. Trying to make students understand the dangers of choosing drugs. I know you would approve and want me to do whatever I could to help. Cokie is doing well after her surgery to remove cancerous tumors and fatty tumors. She will be able to return to work as a Therapy Dog after April 15. So many people were praying for her. The kids in Mrs. K. class wrote thank you notes to her surgeon for taking care of her. She has done alot to help the kids with their reading. Rob and Jess had dinner with us last night. He posted a note on Facebook about you. I wish you would have believed how much your brother loved you. Got to run, you are always in my thoughts son, miss you a bunch.
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
November 27, 2011
Hi Mike,
Attending Nick's funeral was hard. It brought back painful memories. I feel sick inside for his parents, because I know what the road ahead will be like for them.
Tuesday morning I am speaking to a class at Emmaus High School about the dangers of drugs. I am hoping that by sharing your story, it will help others.
We had Thanksgiving at Rob and Jess. They are engaged now and planning to marry on October 27, 2012.
We missed you at the table.
Wish me luck Tuesday, and let me know you are with me.
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
July 12, 2011
Hi Michael, Happy Birthday! It is always a bittersweet day for me.
Rob and Jess came over for dinner. I was supposed to cook, but they brought pizza.
Danielle text me, she said Seven Eleven was having free icies.
We are doing okay. I picked some tomatoes, zuchinni and a pepper. I'm sure before you know it, we will be picking the small tomatoes by the bucket full.
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you.
I miss you son.
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
June 13, 2011
Hi Michael,
I know you were there to meet Pop-Pop when it was his time. It was comforting for me to know that you would be there. It has been a stressful time, and it's hard to believe that I no longer have parents on this earth.
Rob and Dad helped me with the garden, and I was able to plant tomatoes, peppers, and zucchini. Maybe I will get my beans in eventually!
I am going to get Dad a shadow box for Father's Day to put all of the lighters in that you bought him. I told him they shouldn't be packaged away, but displayed.
I think of you everyday and especially when things happen, like the other day when my necklace was tied around my bracelet! I know that was you letting me know you are with me. Got to run, I am at work and believe it or not there are at least 15 people still in the gym. Some people enjoy the late night workouts. We don't close until 11 pm. As always you are in my thoughts.
Miss you,
Mom
Teri Mirth
March 16, 2011
Hi Michael,
I can not believe it's been four years since you left us. I don't know where the time goes. I am working at the gym almost everyday. I really like my job and I get to meet alot of people. Some Saturday mornings I watch a little girl named Laney. She is a beautiful, sweet child, the daughter of one of the spin instructors. You would really like her. I hope you found Boobas, he passed away last night. It was unexpected, but I'm sure he is feeling better. Danielle called me today. She is going to stop by tomorrow with Ryan. She asked me to go to the cemetery with her. That is always hard for me, because I like to think of you smiling and happy. We are having dinner with Rob and Pauline. Lee and Jenn will be there too. It will be nice to share the day with family. I am struggling some days to do the things I need to do. Dad has started coming to an exercise class at the gym. I'm glad, because he really does need to get out, and hopefully it will make him feel better. The other day he finally showed me the collection of lighters you bought him. There are so many!! I especially like the puppy dog one and the pool table. I told him we should get a shadow box and display them. It was very emotional for Dad as he unwrapped each lighter. Your absence leaves a void in my heart, but I try and remember that you are at peace. The weather is supposed to be really nice this weekend. I hope to have a garden this year, and must soon tackle cleaning it out and tilling it. There are many things I need to do, but focusing is sometimes hard. I try and take one day at a time. I must go now, it's late and I overslept this morning and was late for work. As always, you are in my thoughts. I miss you son.
Love,
Mom
Erin Knecht
December 19, 2010
Hi Mike,
I drove past your house the other day because I was subbing at the high school. I looked over and saw your Blazer there and thought about the time you followed me home because it was snowing out. It's funny how little things spark memories that happened so long ago. Still thinking of you.
Teri Mirth
October 24, 2010
Hi Michael,
Just thought I would check in with you. One of the girls that went to karate with Rob lost her brother this week. It makes me feel our loss even more, because I know what they will have to go through, and how hard it will be. I know that you are okay, you communicated that through someone with Marielle. I am grateful for that message, and it does give me comfort to know that you are free and at peace. Cokie and I started our 4th year at Harry S. Truman Elementary School, and she participated in two dog walks for cancer, along with Art and Ranger. Dad and I miss you every day. Your cross was fixed and replaced, but I must say, it is hard for me to visit the cemetery. Take care my son, I miss you.
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
April 5, 2010
Dear Michael,
I wanted to write to you on the 16th, but this year has been very hard for dad and me. We are struggling to deal with your loss more everyday. We had the most beautiful Easter holiday. The weather was incredible. It made me think of all the times we walked to the park from Mom-mom and Pop-pop's for you and Rob to go to the egg hunt. Your cross is not working, and I had to call the guy at Wenz to see what they could do. Even now, it is a hard call for me to make. Dad and I miss you so much. Your cardinal friend is here everyday, flying around the yard. I feel badly because I didn't get the bird feeder out this winter, but still he stayed. Work is very slow and we are all hoping and praying things get better soon. I am working a lot at the gym to help Rob and Scott. It is good for me to be out among people. I have made many new friends. Cokie and I are still doing her therapy work. Dad has been overfeeding while I am at work and she now needs to lose 10 pounds. Hopefully we can get her back on track. Days are not the same without you, and sometimes I can hear your voice saying, Mommer!! like you used to do. Take care my son. I know that someday we will meet again. Love, Mom
Christa Wilfinger
March 16, 2010
hey mike, its christa. Just saying hi and that I miss ya. I still love you lots. ;) hey I saw your dad yesterday and I almost cried. I miss him and your mom. I really need to visit them soon.
Love,
Your butterfly! <3
Teri Mirth
November 11, 2009
Dear Michael,
Life is so busy it seems that every day is Friday! Patti is coming to visit today. I have to pick her up at the airport this afternoon.
Last week I visited Kelly. It is always nice to see the kids. Antonia and Joey are growing up so fast. Antonia is in 7th grade and Joey in 4th. They both made honor roll on their report cards. The purse I made Antonia from your favorite camo pants is hanging in her room, and Joey has "Snake in a Jar" by his bed. The kids think about you all of the time.
Dad had his screw removed from his ankle. He healed really fast, I was glad. Jason has to come one more time to mow the lawn (for leaf clean up) before winter, and Dad just finished up covering the pool. Thanksgiving will be here before you know it.
Take care my son, I miss you...
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
September 9, 2009
Dear Michael,
I know it's been a while since I have written. I think they might have lost one of my recent letters. Oh well, maybe I didn't send it properly. Cokie had surgery two weeks ago. We found a lump on the front of her neck. I was so worried. The results came back that it was benign, but had abnormal cells. We will have to keep a close eye on her, she has way too much work to do with the children's reading to the dogs program.
Patti and I had a little surprise birthday party for Pop-Pop. We brought him to our house, so he could have some time out of the nursing home. I think he enjoyed it, although there are times when his memory fades. It is truly heartbreaking to watch his deterioration. Dad is healing after he broke his ankle (but I'm sure you know that). He does have to get one screw removed the end of October. Work is very slow, the economy really took a beating. I am enjoying working at the gym for Rob. It's funny what a small world it is. I met a lady at the gym, we talked for several weeks and one day she asked me what my last name was, when I told her, she then told me she was Mikey Kline's aunt! Mikey and Kate are married and have a little boy who turned a year old recently. It was comforting to know someone who knew of you. There are many days that are hard for me. Lisa had a picture of you at her wedding, and Nicole also mentioned you during her wedding ceremony. That was nice. I had a really nice picture made of you and Rob for his birthday. I made one for Dad too. They really like them. My two handsome boys! Got to run, as usual, I am behind on everything! Just booked some flights to Patti and Kelly. Kelly and the kids were here in August. Antonia and Joey painted an awesome picture for you in your fort, but you know that! I hope you were able to meet up with Sweet Pea Girl. I miss her meowing for ice. I whispered in her ear that she was going to go and stay with you. Take care my son, I love you...Mom
Teri Mrth
March 29, 2009
Dear Michael,
Just wanted to drop you a short note. I am working at the gym now. I really like it. It is nice to get out and meet people. Cokie misses me when I am gone, but she is always there to greet me when I come home. I bought a really pretty cross for your grave. It is white with a yellow rose. I know how much you like yellow roses. The weather is getting warmer, tonight we had hail! Some of it was the size of big popper marbles, I think there was even one as big as a golfball.
Talk to you soon.
Love,
Mom
Linda Dickinson
January 12, 2009
Dear Michael,
I read this sweet little email the other morning, and it made me think of you right of way. The gist of the story was that a little boy wanted to borrow $25 from his father, after asking him how much he made per hour and was told $50. The man said no crankily after his hard day at work and later went to apologize to his son for being so angry, and to give him the $25. When he did, the boy reached under his pillow and pulled out some crumpled up bills and started counting all the money. The father started to get angry again and asked why he needed his money when he already had his own. The son then proceeded to tell his father he wanted to buy an hour of his time, asking him to come home an hour early the next evening so that they could have dinner together. If only I could borrow enough love from “the Father” so that I could have one more hour with you. I miss you so much Michael. I’ve had such a hard time dealing with your passing that it’s taken me this long to be able to write in your book. I wish I had had better advice for you when we used to share some time together. I wish I would have told you how much you would be missed by your parents and brother and me and by so very many family members and friends if you weren’t around. I wish I could have made you understand how very much we all loved you and cared for your well-being, how much we wanted you to feel better and to feel all the love we all have for you, and how much that we all wanted you around to share life with. I wish I would have told you “I Love You” more often. I am so sorry that I didn’t have the right words for you back then. Please forgive me, Michael, for having been so inept in helping you to deal with your feelings. I Love You dearly and miss you deeply. Dear Father, May I please borrow an hour of your time to spend it with You and Michael???
Love Always,
Aunt Linda
Lisa Snyder
January 6, 2009
Mike,
I know we didn't always get along the closest when you were here, but I miss you so much. It's hard to imagine I am getting married in about 7 months and you won't be here. We booked our honeymoon today. I think I am getting old. Lol. I've gone to your grave a few times, it's still really hard for me since I am just getting to be alright with the fact of going to grandma and poppa's.I miss you and I love you.
Lisa
Teri Mirth
January 6, 2009
Hi MIke,
I got an email from Lisa the other day. She asked me for a picture of you. Her and Jason are getting married in August, and they want to have a table with the pictures of relatives who are with us in spirit. Your picture along with Grandma and Pop, and Sam's parents and Jason's grandparents I believe. That was really nice of her. I am sorry I didn't get to put the cross on your grave. Things are very difficult right now, I'm sure you know and realize that. Ceramics was cancelled tonight because of the weather. A few days ago, John Travolta lost his 16 year old son suddenly. I did something I would normally never do and emailed them my condolences on his website. I'm sure I told you Christa is engaged. She works at CVS now and has moved out of her parents house.
We are supposed to get a couple of inches of ice tonight. I spread 350 pounds of salt on the driveway, hope it wasn't in vain!
Got to run, miss you so much Mike.
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
December 21, 2008
Hi Mike.
I just finished decorating the Christmas tree. Late again. I asked Dad to help me, but he never came in. I want to get a Christmas cross for you, I saw some nice ones at Weis's. If it doesn't rain tomorrow I will take it to the cemetery. Tomorrow I'm going to start baking cookies., all of your favorites. I really miss you Mike, still can't believe you are gone. The other day when I was driving home from the grocery store, I was feeling really down, when I got home I discovered my cell phone turned off. I know that is your way of letting me know you are with me. Thanks. It's late and I've got to go.
Love, Mom
Teri Mirth
December 4, 2008
Dear Mike,
It's been a while since I have written. There is so much going on, but you know that. I could us one of your big hugs now. Marielle and Pete were here for Thanksgiving again. Marielle and I went to the cemetery. She really loved your cross. I drove through last night on my way home to see the cross glowing. It gives me comfort. Christa texted me. She is engaged! I am happy for her. Hopefully sometime I can meet her fiance. Got to run and make dinner. Dad is sick with a cold. Love, Mom
Christa Wilfinger
August 11, 2008
Hey Mike!
I havent written to you in so long. I want to say happy really belated birthday to you! Its a month late, Sorry! I was thinking about you on both July 9th & 11th ( our birthdays!) I cant believe that you would have been 25 and I would have been 19 *my last 'teen' birthday!*
I am doing fine and so is my parents. I miss you like crazy! I quit Dries in May and I am now working at Solar Technologies Inc, on Cetronia road & route 100. I love the job! Its wonderful! Although I also miss working at Dries, since I do not see your parents anymore. I really need to make time and visit! ITS LONG OVER DUE!! :)
I have a gym membership at Oxyfit! I know when you wanted me to go, I never went, now look at me, I try to go as often as I can!
I love & miss you lots!
Christa
Teri Mirth
July 11, 2008
Happy Birthday Michael,
Today would have been your 25th birthday. I was going through some things in your room and found a birthday card from Patti and Jerry from '06 with the check still in it! I can't believe you forgot about it. I am going to give it back to Patti.
Dad and I went to see the cross in the dark last night. It looks really nice and I know you would be pleased. I asked Dad to show me all the lighters you bought for him over the years. I can't believe he never told me about them.
Heather got a cat. His name is Jax. She said he wakes her up at 4 in the morning.
Jason is here mowing the lawn. It seems only fitting he would be doing it on your birthday. He does a really nice job and it saves me considerable work. I'm glad it is him doing it, it would be hard for me to see anyone else doing the job you used to do.
We are doggy sitting Chloe this weekend. Jamie and Heather are going to New York to visit some friends from college.
We will stop by with slurpies later. Dad is working on the pool. The multiport value had to be replaced and he was also doing some other repairs.
We will visit later. We love and miss you Mike.
Happy Birthday.
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
July 10, 2008
Hi Michael,
I just wanted to tell you they finally placed your cross yesterday. I want to go tonight to see it in the dark. I know YOU know, but I wanted to write. Gina and Teri came on the 5th. We have been trying so long to get together. It was nice to see them. We had a good time and cooked out on the grill. We actually had a picnic on the 4th, 5th and 6th. John and Deb (neighbors) were here too. Deb and I put one of my fake tomatoes in John's garden for a joke. Yesterday when I looked in my garden I saw the tomato and laughed. I have to sneak it back over to his garden. I have another one too, so maybe I will put both of them there. It looks so real!!!
I'll write tomorrow for your birthday.
I miss you.
Love,
Mom
Danielle Rieser
May 14, 2008
Dear Mike,
It is bike week in myrtle beach and I always wanted you to visit during bike week but I know you are here in spirit. I saw a bike just like yours today and I couldn't stop thinking about that time Ryan was in wildwood and you took me for a ride, remember we went to rita's in emmaus. Well, I was just thinkin about you today. We miss n luv u your bff.
Danielle Rieser
May 12, 2008
Dear Mike,
Ryan and I miss you and think about you everyday. The last year has not been the same without you. This is the longest we have gone without a crazy Mike experience. We have so many memories with you, it's hard to believe we won't make any more. You were our best friend, individually and together. You will be our best friend til we can be together again and after that. We both feel as though you impacted our lives so much that we wouldn't be who we are today if we never met you. You still have an impact on us everyday. We can't wait to come home and visit your parent's and see your headstone. I hope your mom has a wonderful mother's day because she is a wonderful mom. Your mom is like a mom to me and Ryan and we think about your family as much as we think about you. Your family is like family to us and we hope they are well and we can't wait to visit. The three of us have had an extraordinary friendship and that will never change. You are in our hearts and minds forever. love you! love ryan and danielle your bff.
Teri Mirth
May 11, 2008
Dear Michael,
Today is the second Mother's Day you aren't with us. Dad and I are doing okay. We are still waiting for the cross to be placed beside your headstone. Hopefully it will be soon.
Rob is coming over for dinner tonight. I know he misses you greatly.
Remember Carol who was Pop's hospice nurse? She lost her son two weeks ago. He was 23, just like you.
I can hear your cardinal singing outside the window. He really is making a mess of the mirror on the van! LOL
Miss you.
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
May 3, 2008
Dear Michael,
I went to visit Kelly and the kids last week. It was Joey's First Communion. I took your chain from your cross and got one just like it for Joey. Since the chain was too long, I had the silversmith make a bracelet for Antonia. I put a tiny silver cross on her bracelet. The kids were so thrilled with them. Joey put his cross on and didn't take it off, likewise for Antonia. Unfortunately, he accidently bent the clasp at school. He was so upset!! I told him not to worry, I would take it home with me and have it repaired. He wanted to know how soon he would get it back! I've already sent it back, so he should have it in a day or two. They both miss you so much. Antonia has a picture of you and her on the four wheeler in her room, and Joey wrote in his Communion Booklet that he would pray for you. I know you turned off my cell phone on Sunday while I was there. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you.
I love you Michael...
Mom
Christa Wilfinger
March 17, 2008
Dear Mike,
Yesterday was a year since you left us. I wanted to go by and visit your grave and see the headstone your mom and dad put there. Not a day goes by that I do not think of you! You and your family are always in my thoughts! I see your mom and dad a lot at Dries and I always run up and give them the biggest hug possible! We all miss you and we all know that you are keeping an eye out for everyone!
I Love You!
Christa, Your Butterfly!
Ps. I GOT MY LICENSE! FINALLY! :)
Audrey Seislove
March 16, 2008
dear Teri and Ken, I know that today is going to be atough one for both of you. I,ll keep you in my prayers, People say it is going to get easier and I guess in a way it is. I think of Tom every single day but most of the time I can cope with this gut wrenching feeling, I,ll never understand why and I,m sure you guys feel the same way. We all have to go on for ourselves and for the rest of our familys. So you put on this brave face, I,ve seen yours and you lift your head high and go on. Then when you least expect, a song a word or just about any thing will remind you of your loss and you completely lose it, And hopefully your with someone that knows what your going through at the time. Our boys are in a good place now and one day we,ll see them again. Be strong, Love Audie
Halina Skelding
March 16, 2008
Dear Teri and Family,
I never knew Michael, but I know I would have really liked him. Michael, my dog River and I took clasess with your Mom and Cokie and you know Cokie liked me best in class, I always laughed the way she acted in class, she is a sweetheart. I just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you today and your family.
Halina
Teri Mirth
March 15, 2008
Dear Michael,
Tomorrow it will be one year since your left us. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I know in my heart that you are okay and no longer struggling, which brings me comfort. Dad and I miss your physical presence, but can always feel your spirit around us. I know you sent the bird again, and yes, I got the message when you kept turning my cell phone off on my birthday. It reminds me of the "paper plate" notes you always left me on the hood of the stove. We love and miss you Mike.
Love,
Mom
Tiffany Miller
March 13, 2008
Mike and I used to sit every morning in home room together! Let me say he made my every morning! I was so happy to see him, he sat right next to me for three years. At times he was my conselor and always gave me the best advice. We had many classes together and I always made sure I got to sit next to him. I will never forget sitting next to him on the bus to stabler arena for graduation and he was making fun of me having a callous on my foot and yelled it to the whole bus and I was so embarrassed but it makes me laugh so much now! I hope it makes you laugh too! Mike, it has been almost a year and I just recently learned that you are watching over all of us! I miss you and you have made a huge impact on my life thanks for being my back bone! I love you!
Teri Mirth
March 5, 2008
Dear Michael,
Today Dad and I went to the cemetery to see your headstone. It was placed a few days ago. They forgot to order the cross, so we have to wait for a few more weeks until it can be placed. It will soon be a year that you left us. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and miss you. I love you Mike.
Mom
February 6, 2008
Teri and Ken,
What a handsome young man your Michael was.He will always be in your heart. Cherish your memories.Yours in sorrow.
Louise and Bill McCorkle
Teri Mirth
January 24, 2008
Hi Michael,
Kelly, Ralph and the kids were here for a couple of days to enjoy the winter weather. They went to Bearcreek to ski and snowboard. Marielle and Pete and Emma were here too. Everyone had a good time. Emma enjoyed playing with Antonia and Joey. We took them to see Pat Mack's horse Thunder at Boots and Saddle Riding Club. Antonia and Joey played in your fort and made a sign for you. I know they miss you dearly as we all do. Hopefully soon your headstone will be placed, along with the cross. Until next time..
I love you Mike.
Love,
Mom
Christa Wilfinger
December 24, 2007
Hey Mike!
So tomorrow is Christmas, and so far there has not been any real good snow falls. I can not believe it is going to be Christmas tomorrow, where did the time go?
I hope you are making sure everyone has a safe and healthy Christmas!
Merry Christmas Michael!
Love Christa
Teri Mirth
December 23, 2007
Hi Mike,
Christmas is almost here. It seems the time passes by so quickly. I haven't baked even one cookie this year or sent any Christmas cards. It is a difficult year indeed.
We have a Christmas wreath for the cemetery, but the weather has been so crazy we haven't been able to get there.
Dad and I will be thinking about you on Christmas, we love you and miss you.
Mom
Teri Mirth
November 24, 2007
Hi Mike,
We had a nice Thanksgiving. Marielle and Pete and Emma came down from Massachusetts. Pop-Pop went to Donna's and Rob was here also. We missed you at the table.
Salisbury Press did a story on Cokie and her "Reading to the Dogs" program. They had five pictures of her (color too). She is doing so well with the kids. The leaves have finally fallen and Jason is here right now mowing the lawn and doing leaf pickup. It will probably be the last of the season.
Marky put up all the Christmas lights last week and also the big red bows on the shutters. The house looks so nice. He is going to get the tree out of the basement for me and put it in the sunroom.
Just want to let you know we were thinking about you.
Love,
Mom
Teri Mirth
October 16, 2007
Hi Mike,
Today Cokie went to the school to read with the kids. It's Mrs K's (next door)class. She is doing so well, you would be proud of her. She is so patient with the kids and puts her head in their lap while they read to her. The students are so happy to have her in their classroom.
We miss you Mike, but I find comfort in knowing that your spirit is at peace. Today it is one year that Pop-Pop's neighbors lost their youngest son. His mom and I talk from time to time. It helps to be able to share with someone who is walking in your shoes. We think of you everyday, and I can't help but smile or laugh when something comes to mind like the exercise bike (pedaling backwards!!)
Until next time...
We love you.
Love,
Mom and Dad
Teri Mirth
September 16, 2007
Hi Mike,
Today it is six months since you left us. Dad and I went to finalize your headstone. It was very hard for me to see your name and birth date and death date. Dad and I picked out a solar cross for you. I know you will like it. It will light each night. We miss you so much Mike.
I love you.
Mom
Teri Mirth
August 17, 2007
Hi Mike,
Kelly and the kids were here last week. They really miss you. I took your favorite pair of camoflauge pants and made Antonia a purse and Joey a holder for your scout knife. They were so happy to have them. Joey brought an angel for your grave and Antonia made a little "Jesus Loves Me" rock. Wednesday I sent Joey your "snake in a jar" since he couldn't take it with him on the plane. He was so excited and he called me today to tell me he received it. When I asked if it came through okay, he replied, "Not a scratch!" I asked where he was going to put it, he said, "I don't know, it is so special." All of us miss you so much. Did you stop sending the cardinal? I haven't seen him for awhile. Until next time.. I love you, Mom.
heather mirth
July 16, 2007
I just wanted to tell you that Im always thinking about you. I know your brother is too! I came by and brought you flowers on your birthday. I wish you were here now because I really need your help with things. You were always a good listener and knew how to make me laugh! Im sure I will write again. Love, Heather
Teri Mirth
July 11, 2007
Dear Michael,
Happy Birthday. I just wanted you to know that we were thinking about you. Dad and Heather and I stopped by with balloons, but I think you already know that. Later Danielle and Ryan came by and we went back to the cemetery and had slurpys.
We miss you so much.
Love,
Mom
Kelly Petite
July 11, 2007
Michael-
You are always in our daily thoughts, but today more so than most. It's your 24th birthday. I remembered a poem Antonia wrote for an assignment for fourth grade. She was told to write a cinquain poem (5 line poem). She wrote this one for you...
Twinkle
Shining brightly
Seeing us every night
They remind me of our lost ones
Shining
Since she has a loft bed she falls asleep staring at the night sky. She says that the first star she sees every night is surely yours...looking over her always!
Happy Birthday, Michael!
We love you!
Jerry Miller
July 11, 2007
Happy Birthday Michael
We Love You
Aunt Patti
Uncle Jerry
Christa
July 7, 2007
Hey Mike!
So our birthdays are coming up soon. Mine being July 9th and yours being July 11th. I just wanted to also let you know that I made it! I graduated Emmaus High School!! Go me! Your dad came into the store today and I was soo happy to see him, since I havent seen him in a long time. He told me that there was fireworks at your grave. When he told me that the first thought that I had was that you had a great time on July 4th. I hope you and Andrew are having fun up there. I just want to let you know that I am never going to forget you. I love you with all my heart!! <3
Happy early birthday!! <3
Christa
Erin Mcgee
June 23, 2007
Mike,
I can't believe that it's been three months since your death and I just heard about it last night. I saw Danielle yesterday for the first time in a while and she told me. I was devistated to hear the news and even more so that I wasn't at your funeral to say goodbye. We haven't seen eachother for some time but I thought about you often and the great times we spent together in highschool. We sat together at lunch every day my senior year and you always could make us laugh. I remember going to Mikey's with you one time and it started to snow so I had to leave and you offered to follow me home because I was nervous to drive in the snow. You were such a sweetheart. I always enjoyed being around you. I'm so sad that I will never be able to see you again. I'm sorry for all the hard times you went through. I hope that I get to see you again someday on the other side. I'm sorry I didn't come to your funeral, I wish I was there. R.I.P. Mike!
Love,Erin
Jerry Miller
June 7, 2007
Michael, time has passed since the viewing and the funeral, but I still struggle for words. Philosophy is not too clever in times of death. In the casket I saw a young man who will now never see the finer things in life. Too young to die! Maybe if you could have gotten through just one more tormented corner, you might have made it - a caring husband, a doting father and a responsible citizen. You might have made it! Many responders in this book mention the peaceful look on your face at the viewing. Maybe so! It is after all what you never had, and what we all wanted for you. Michael, we will be riding with you to Sturgis come early August. It will be a good ride with the wind in our faces and being one with peace. Good by!
Heather Mirth
May 16, 2007
Michael, I'm sorry that it took me so long to write something. You are always on my mind. I have been trying to be there for everyone. If only you could have known how many people cared for you. I think of you everyday when I pass this intersection on my way to work. I was on my way home one night, and I passed you at this intersection. I waved to you and drove on. You called my cell right away and told me to slow down! I know how much you cared for me, you were always stopping by the house to talk, I swear you knew whenever I just made iced-tea. I wish you were here now so we could talk. I have so much to share with you. You would borrow my lip gloss, and try every flavor out. I know it hasn't always been fun times, but I thought of you as a brother. I wish that I could have said, or done something to help you through your hard times. It breaks my heart not to see you around. I keep expecting you to come down the stairs when I am over at the house. I know that you are at peace now, and that someday we will meet again, I love you Michael, Love, Heather
Teri Mirth
May 14, 2007
Hi Mike,
Yesterday was Mother's Day, and it wasn't such a good day for me. Dad and I miss you terribly. Jason came over to mow the grass and I gave him some of your shorts and jeans. I know you would be okay with that because you liked Jason. I think I'm going to dinner with Mrs. Debbie tonight, she stopped over the other day and brought me a pot of Pansies. She misses you too. I just wanted you to know I was thinking about you.
Love,
Mom
Sue LaMontagne
April 25, 2007
Teri and family -
I am so very sorry for your loss. I'm glad we got to know one another and spend time together at obedience class watching Cokie and all her silly antics. I'm also glad we got to spend time visiting today at lunch .. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joey Petite
April 19, 2007
Dear Uncle Mike-
I was thinking about you tonight. When the wind blows I can always hear you. I had great times when we went crayfishing together. And I had great times when we rode your four wheeler together. I had great times when we went into the pool together. I miss you so much. I wish I could see you one more time. I was really sad when you died but I was happy because you're with God. I love you Uncle Mike...so much! I will always remember you.
Art & Kathy Beller Jr
April 15, 2007
Dear Ken, Teri, Rob, and Heather. Remember all the good times that you shared with Michael. Those memories will get you through your time of grief. Michael was a wonderful, caring, young man who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marie L Kirk
April 9, 2007
Dear Teri: I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son Mike. I can't begin to know how much pain you and Ken are going through right now. I just want to extend my sympathy to you and your family. Please know that you are in our thoughts & in our prayers.
With Love,
Marie (Malinowski) & David Kirk
Rob Mirth
April 5, 2007
In memory of my brother Michael Mirth…
Mike and I were two very different people, often we did not see eye to eye. The things I will remember him for are his compassion towards other people and his love of children.
He was the guy who would take the shirt off his back for you and not think twice about it. I know this first hand. I went through a period of time where I had some medical issues of my own. Mike came to me and offered his prescription medication to help ease some of my pain. Even though you’re not supposed to do this, he did it anyway. He took the time to meticulously write out directions and dosage instructions. He didn’t like to see people in pain or suffering, and would always do what he could to help in some way, no matter who it was. I will always remember him for that.
Mike was so good with kids. He loved when Antonia and Joey would come to visit. He was all about them. He would always go out of his way to do fun things with them. They called him Uncle Mike, and he made a great uncle. This is where I wish I could be more like him. We all have different strengths and weaknesses in our personalities and where I lacked he excelled. I know he will be greatly missed by them.
In closing I would like to share a lesson that Mike had to die to teach me. It’s about forgiveness. He may have made some mistakes along the way, and I didn’t realize until it was too late that it certainly wasn’t intentional. People make mistakes, its part of life. I will never get to tell him face to face that I forgive him. I wish I could have said it to him while he was alive, but my own anger and emotions suppressed it, and wouldn’t let it out. Life is just too short, and now it’s too late. Eventually, I will see him on the other side, and I hope that he to will forgive me for my actions, but he was the bigger person and he probably already has. I will carry this lesson with me for the rest of my life.
Here on earth I may have not have had the best relationship with my brother, but in the end, he is and always will be my brother.
I love you Mike...
Teri Mirth
April 4, 2007
A letter to my son...
Dear Michael,
It is with a heavy heart that I write this letter. Your Dad and I are overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from our family, friends and neighbors. The past six months have been so
difficult for you, and we must find comfort in knowing that you are now at peace and with God.
So many people have shared stories with us, and I hope you know how much you have touched other's lives. It will be difficult to move forward, but we must keep our memories close to our hearts. You were a very special person Mike, I don't think you fully understand just how special. Despite your inner turmoil you were always ready and willing to lend a helping hand to others.
I've lost count on how many baby birds you rescued when you were young. I remember one in particular, you brought him home in your shirt. He must have been just a few days old. We nicknamed him "The Mad Professor" because he had only one tuft of feathers on top of his head. We cautioned you that we didn't think he would make it because he was so young, but you persisted. As with everything, you tended him with loving care and amazingly he survived. There were many others to follow, from baby bunnies to frogs and turtles. Oh yeah, and who could forget the day you came home saying, "Mom, look what followed me home." It was a male tiger cat who sported six toes on each foot. He was a senior citizen who sadly someone had left behind. "Sixie" became another member of the Mirth menagerie and would spend his last three years of life with us.
There are so many thoughts going through my mind, so many memories. Your persistence as a young child was sometimes daunting. One day, before you left for afternoon kindergarten you INSISTED that Dad put a motor on your big yellow Tonka truck. A few hours later, he finally finished and after the truck rolled across the kitchen floor just ONCE, you said okay and put it away!
You were always getting into things, and we had to put a hook and eye latch on Robbie's bedroom at the townhouse. One day you dumped a whole container of fish food into his fish tank proudly proclaiming, "Me feed the fish." I think you were three at the time. Robbie got back at you though, several years later I noticed you were quite perturbed about something, when I asked you what was wrong you said, "Robbie told me that if you pedal backwards on the exercise bike you GAIN weight. Apparently you had been pedaling backwards for sometime and were concerned you were going to gain weight! We still laugh about that one.
You had a very sensitive soul Mike, and your compassion for others showed when your friend Andrew passed away. The love and support you gave to his family afterwards was amazing. Andrew's family was very grateful and we were extremely proud of you. I'm sure you and Andrew are reminiscing about childhood memories.
While washing the dishes the other day I was looking at Antonia and Joey's picture. You loved them so much, and they loved you. "They are the most beautiful children" you would always say. It saddens me when I think you will never know the joy of having your own children. You made some very special memories with them and I know they will cherish the time they spent with their Uncle Mike.
I hope the Groundhog is right and we have an early spring, then I can start working on the project you began in the fall on the front flower beds. The blue spruce you trimmed looks great, as well as the other shrubs in the front. Before this last snow, I could still see the perfectly straight rows in the front yard from the last time you mowed.
I guess I'll close now Mike. It will take a very long time for the ache in our hearts to go away. I'll only hear your laughter in my memories. You are at peace now and your spirit can soar as it was meant to be. Say hi to Mom-Mom and Grandma and Pop for me, and remember, you'll always be my little boy.
I love you,
Mom
Jessica Paulsen
March 31, 2007
Mike was a wonderful person and he will be greatly missed. God Bless
Matthew Heckman
March 30, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Krista Rice
March 27, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Mirth & Christa,
I send out my sympathy for all of you. I knew Michael for only a week but the impact he made in my life I will never forget. I can only imagine how much he will be missed by his family and friends. I met Mike during my stay at St. Lukes Hospital of Quakertown back in November. Mike had made my stay there a whole lot easier. We would talk for hours about everything and anything. He was a very special person with the biggest heart. He loved his girlfriend very much- I knew this by how much he talked of her. He just couldn't wait to go home to her. He was a light in my life and had given me courage to keep fighting for what I believe. He was a good judge of character and read emotions well and always knew what to say to comfort you. It's strange how people come and go in and out of my life. I believe these people are angels guiding me along. I had told him that he had given me that much more of a reason to name my son Michael one day and I will. I just want to say thank you for having such a wonderful son. He will be missed.
Krista Rice
Emeline Hoffman
March 27, 2007
Terri and Ken,
May God be with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Mike was a great person inside and out. He did a lot for me in the brief time that I knew him. I am grateful for the time I did know him and got to spend with him. I will miss him and will never forget the impact he had on my life.
Tiffany Ellis / Grohman
March 26, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Mirth,
I am truly sorry for everything that has happend. I just want to send my deepest regards. Mike was always so caring. I'll never forget the countless times he spent giving of himself and just listening to me talk. He will be missed.
Mike, Mikes Auto Body
March 23, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. We will really miss Mike around the shop he always made us laugh.
Maria Gagliardi
March 23, 2007
To the Mirth Family,
God will heal your sorrows of your loss of Michael. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
The Gagliardi Family
LYNDSIE MARKOVICH
March 22, 2007
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MIKE. WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS MY SORROW. MIKE WAS MY BEST FRIEND AND MORE. EVEN THOUGH WE HADN'T SEEN OR SPOKEN TO EACH OTHER FOR A WHILE HE WAS AND STILL WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS FOREVER. WE HAVE BEEN THROUGH A LOT TOGETHER AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER WHAT HE DID FOR ME. THE ANGELS WERE WITH HIM THEN AND NOW HE IS WITH THE ANGELS. HE WILL BE ABLE TO WATCH OVER EVERYONE. I HOPE NOW HE IS AT PEACE.
SUE MATHEWS
March 22, 2007
TERI AND KEN, I WAS SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR SON MICHAEL. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
Tess Kukulka
March 21, 2007
Teri and Ken, I am so sorry. Mike was an amazing person with one of the bigest hearts any person can have. I will never forget the time I spent with him or the things I learned from him. I hope you know how much he will be missed and that he will never be forgoten.
Chris & Dulce Vogel
March 21, 2007
Mike,
You were a great friend and you will be greatly missed. We had some good times and some great memories, like sleding on New Years Eve (you know what I mean)!We hope that you are now at peace. Our thoughts and prayers with the Mirth family.
GEORGE STECKEL
March 21, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Mike was a good kid and i will miss him dearly
CHRISTINE AND GABRIEL RODRIGUEZ
March 21, 2007
MIKE WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF MY SISTER EVEN THOUGH I DIDN'T KNOW HIM WELL THIS CAME TO A SHOCK MY HUSBAND AND I SEND OUR DEEPES SYMPATHY TO HIS FAMILY
JILL AND LUIS RODRIGUEZ
March 21, 2007
MIKE WAS A NEIGHBORHOOD FRIEND FOR YEARS AND THEN BECAME A GOOD FRIEND TO MY HUSBAND HE ALWAYS MADE US LAUGH EVEN THOUGH WE HAVENT BEEN IN CONTACT IN YEARS WE WILL MISS HIM DEERLY AND WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE MIKE AND ALWAYS HAVE HIM IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY
Julia Horn
March 21, 2007
Dear Rob and Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Our prayers are with you!
Sincerely,
Julia Horn
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Christa Wilfinger
March 21, 2007
Mike,
You will never be forgotten in everyone's eyes. You were the best boyfriend a girl could ever ask for. I am glad I got to meet and be with a specail guy like yourself... I will always cherish and remember our little inside jokes "a lot a lot" and also "go go go." Everytime I hear people say something to that affect I still smile and think about the wonderful times we had together. I hope you know that you brightened up my life more than you could possibly ever know and I hope I did the same for you. I hope that you watch over your family and keep them safe. You were and still are my ANGEL!! I also hope you know that I never felt unsafe when I was around you, I knew that no matter what my MICHAEL would protect me and keep me safe in his arms. I LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!! GOD BLESS YOU GUYS IN THIS TIME OF NEED.
Nicole Padrone
March 20, 2007
Mikey,
I remember when I first met you, you were three years old and one of the cutest lil boys . You were so funny and care- free and I remember coming home from the bus stop and walking into my house and I would see you, Becky, Racheal and all the other lil kids in "Miss Debbie's" Daycare.. ... As you grew up I would see you riding around on your motorcycle and you would just stop in to say HI out of the blue, and sometimes at the oddest hours, but I was always happy to see you and even though you grew up you still called my mom Mrs. Debbie ,which always made me laugh!..The last time I saw you was around this time last year...you came to my house and said you where taking me out to dinner.... I will treasure that time I had with you and the long talk and how you opened up about alot. you will be missed dearly by so many.. I hope you found peace mikey ..We will miss you!
To Terri, Ken, and Robbie,
My heart goes out to you .. Terri you are one of the most caring women I have ever met you always showed such grace and beauty .. I hope some how all these well wishes can ease the pain for you and Ken. We love you !..
Dan Feese
March 20, 2007
Teri,Ken,Rob and family
I want to send my deepest sympathies for your lose. Always remeber the good times,the memories and the love that Michael gave to you all. Michael is in a better place where there is no pain, a place where there is eternal happiness. Mike will always be with you in your hearts and memories. Thank God for sending one of his angels to be your son. May God give you strength through this difficult time.
Stephanie Bleam
March 20, 2007
Mr & Mrs Mirth and Family,
I am so saddened to hear of Mike's passing, he was my best friend and first love. I have so many happy memories of him, they will always have a special spot in my heart. Even though we have lost touch over the years I have thought of him often. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Paul Kurinec
March 20, 2007
My deepest condolences on the loss of Michael. I will always cherish and remember the good times we had together at your house or when he was at mine. He will be forever missed.
Scott Glass
March 20, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
John and Kathy Scapellati
March 20, 2007
Mike was always kind and respectful. We had some laughs and will be missed by the Scapellati family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Ashley
March 20, 2007
You know-I have to give it to Mike...he was a very persistent guy in high school! I had sooo many great memories with him in all my classes. Mikey you were my first love in high school! I'll always remember all the letters and drawings. They'll now (and have)hold a special place with me. You will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Mirth family. I send my love...always.
Kate and Mikey Kline
March 20, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Mike's family and friends. We will always remember the good times we shared and take comfort in knowing Mike is at peace.
Faye Foulk
March 20, 2007
Terri, Ken, Robbie, and families,
We are sorry to hear about Michael's passing, words cannot express the sorrow. Memories are so very important at this time. Precious Memories. Thinking of you and praying that God will comfort you...He is with you in your time of sorrow and always. Love you lots Faye M. Smith Foulk and Family, EHS 1974, Rodale Press
MARTHA HERRING
March 20, 2007
KEN,TERI AND ROBBIE,
WE WERE SO SADDENED TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF MICHAEL. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS AND ACCEPT OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES.
ELAINE J. PAULUS DENNIS REPH
March 20, 2007
DEAR KEN ,TERI AND FAMILY
WE ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR YOU HAVE LOST SOMEONE SO PRECIOUS TO YOU HEART.I KNOW WORDS CAN,T BEGIN TO COMFORT YOU AT THIS SAD TIME,BUT PLEASE REMEMBER HOW MUCH YOU ARE CARED ABOUT, AND KNOW YOU ARE BEING KEPT IN OUR THOUGHTS PF DEEPEST CARE AND LOVE.
OUR SYMPATHY PRAYERS OUR WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT NEED..
March 20, 2007
dear ken,teri and family
we are very sorry to hear that you lost someone so precious to your heart. i know words can,t beginto comfort you at this sad time,but please remember how much you are cared about, and know that you are being kept in our thoughts of deepest care and love.
our deepest sympathy to you
ELAINE PAULUS AND DENNIS REPH
Ann Schoch
March 20, 2007
Teri and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Michaels passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jerry & Cathy Bogert
March 20, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We will always remember Michael picking up a bat and playing in the yard with the guys. May you find peace in knowing that he is at peace.
George & Beverly Wilson
March 20, 2007
Teri, Ken, and Rob,
Sharnae called to tell me about Mike. I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a special friend to Shar and whenever we talked about the karate group, Mike's name was always mentioned. He could always brighten up a room with his smile. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Julie Moyer
March 20, 2007
Dear Mirth Family,
We were so saddened to learn of Michael's passing. There are no words to lessen your pain, but we are praying for you to have the strength to cope with the weeks to come.
"Most of the battles of life are won
by looking beyond the clouds to the sun.
And having the patience to wait for the day
when the sun comes out and the clouds
float away."
May you find comfort in the love of family and friends and the memories you will always have.
Sharnae Wilson-Hayes
March 20, 2007
I am so deeply saddened by the loss of Mike. I hate that we lost touch over the last several years, but I will always remember those "karate" years with him and the "clique." He was like a little brother to me and I think I spent more time at the Mirths' House then my own home during my teenage years. My love and sympathy goes out to the Mirth Family during this time of grief. Mike, thanks for all the wonderful memories.
Stacey & Tony Nordquist
March 20, 2007
Dear Ken, Teri, Robbie, Heather & Family,
We are so sad to hear of Michaels passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of sorrow.
With Sympathy,
Stacey (Gina's daughter) & Family
Jaime & Family (Gina's Daughter)
March 20, 2007
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I pray that you will all have the strength to get through it and remember & love him always.
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