Legacy invites you to offer condolences and share memories of Michael in the Guest Book below.
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Gerald Thomas
September 23, 2021
Mickey you been my best friend and I loved you so much. We been through thick and thin together .you were my beneficiary because I loved you and you have done so much for me. I just wish we both could go back to the happiest times we had working on the corvettes....I just found this out today from Bear..
Sue and Ron Viecelli
September 22, 2021
Thank you for sharing so much with the HSV community. You brought so much happiness to so many. You will not be forgotten.

Patty & Gary Doublin
September 16, 2021
Michael was one of the first persons we met when my husband and I moved to Hot Springs Village. He introduced me to kayaking - a sport I love - and I participated in every paddle event he organized for the POA. Future trips on the Caddo River will not be the same without him! He touched many lives in the Village and will be fondly remembered by all who were on the receiving end of his engaging smile.
Our sincere condolences to his family and friends as you navigate this tragic loss.
Ana Fluke
September 14, 2021
Some of my fondest childhood memories have you in them and remain funny stories I share with people to this day. I hope you knew how many people loved you and what an wonderful influence you were in our lives. You will be missed Michael. May you Rest In Peace.
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Pamela Harbour
September 14, 2021
Thank you Mike for being such an incredible Friend, & roommate to my Son Bear. I Loved how you took care of the yard & home. It was Always Perfect! I will Miss the Smiles & Laughter I always saw on your Handsome Face!!
Our Hearts are shattered. You are a Great Loss. Hot Springs Village, Arkansas will never be the same without you. We Will Always Love & think about You Mike! Rest In Peace
Barrett Mann
September 14, 2021
Mike was one of a kind guy, he was big kid and always had to have it his way. He helped me find my voice in this world. He was a great roommate, a dear friend, and was like a brother to me. He will be missed.
Derek Flenner
September 13, 2021
Thank you Mike for the many memories I have of you during my childhood! I will remember & cherish them always.Thank you for always being the cool cousin you were, making summers so much fun, and putting smiles on faces everywhere you went. You made more of an impact that you will ever know-and were one of a kind. Your stories of your Army service were one of the reasons I enlisted/served. You will never be forgotten, and I will forever continue to look for a red Jeep jamming Pearl Jam cruising down Iron Springs Road. Rest In Peace Mike.
Christina Bynaker Hohenbrink
September 13, 2021
Baby brother, my heart has a huge hole in it. I keep thinking I will wake from this nightmare. I may not have seen you for a very long time, but you were always in my heart and always will be. A piece of me is with you, and you with me. I will love you always. I hope you have peace now.
Jessica Ilko
September 13, 2021
I will forever cherish every memory we shared. Michael always treated me like a princess and the laughs we shared were plentiful!
20 years have passed since I last hugged you, countless attempts to reach out to you were made and lots of prayers were said hoping you would just show up back home at our door over the years.
My heart is heavy and the sadness has been overwhelming this past week. I hope you know how much I loved you! May your family find comfort in knowing how many peoples lives you brought great joy too! RIP my dear friend!
Alicia J. Fritz
September 13, 2021
My Baby Brother , you will Always Be Loved
Robin Raborn Burns
September 12, 2021
So sorry for your loss. May the knowledge the Michaels soul is at peace be a comfort to his family.
John Chapman
September 12, 2021
To Michael´s family, my sincere condolences. As a resident of Hot Springs Village, I knew Michael for his work in the recreation department, and since we ran into each other fairly often, he knew me, as well. He was funny and likable, always had a big smile, and he had a great work ethic. I know everyone who knew him at the POA will miss him, as I do, and knowing he is no longer with us is very sad indeed. Perhaps knowing that he was such a bright spot in people´s lives here will help in some small way to deal with his passing.

Jerry Dawson
September 12, 2021
Michael was a great guy and we truly enjoyed working with him on the many outdoor activities he organized. He will be missed.
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