Michael Boyce Redding
1964 - 2021
Michael Boyce Redding
1964 - 2021
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BORN
1964
DIED
2021
Michael Redding Obituary
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Lucinda Stallions
September 3, 2018
My thoughts and prayers have been with Mr. Redding, from the time the medics started working with him. I have been sending his family thoughts and prayers, ever since. Let God lead and guide you through this time. I know he is missed and loved. Sounds like he was an awesome man. I am sending thanks to him for serving his time and his family for standing behind him. May God bless you all.
Tim Mitchell
August 31, 2018
I had the honor of working with Mike who was a icon of great leadership and determination. I will pray for his family and can truly say we have lost a great man. RIP
MaryAnna Draper
August 31, 2018
Martin and I were saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Mike was such a supporter of the all soccer players, he will be greatly missed. Please know we are sending prayers to all for comfort and peace.
Beverly Dean
August 29, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Marion Myers
August 29, 2018
Sierra and I wanted to give our condolences to you and your family. He was a kind man and always checked to see how Sierra was doing. Prayers to you and your family.
Teresa Messer (Grier now)
August 29, 2018
I just read Michael's obit. I am so saddened to hear about him passing. He and I were friends at Holbrook Jr High in Lowell, NC. He was a very special person and will be missed by so many!!!
From all his military EOD Teammates. Patrick AFB, Florida 1985.
Kenneth Gunn
August 28, 2018
Always in our thoughts and prayers.
Steven Dalrymple
August 28, 2018
Mike was one of the few people that made high school bearable for me. I never felt judged by him and he never shied away from speaking or being kind. I am so sorry for his familys loss of such an upstanding heroic man. God bless him and those who loved him and God bless you all.
Barbie Garner
August 28, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God's healing hands bring you peace and comfort.
Kenneth Gunn
August 27, 2018
Rest In Peace, Michael. Your EOD brothers and sisters will miss you forever.
Diane Taylor Daniel
August 27, 2018
Since my mom told me about Mikes passing Saturday morning, Ive thought of little else. My heart is just broken for his wife and children, Boyce, Eric, and Philip. My family has known his family since before we kids were even born beginning with the friendship of our parents. Weve lost touch over the years but the memories remain. I so pray for Gods healing and restoration on all his loved ones. I just know Joan was there with open arms to welcome him home. We love you Mike and will miss you until we meet again. RIP ❤
Thomas Simmons
August 27, 2018
Mike was an outstanding person, he exemplified himself as a leader, a freind and a mentor. As his subordinate I was impressed with his enthusiasm of life, country, honor and ensuring his day and our day started & ended with giving all our best back to Soldiers.
I admired him, respected him and will always honor him the rest of my life.
"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived" - General S. Patton
Jennifer Perry
August 27, 2018
Our prayers are with Liz and the whole Redding family.
May God give you comfort and peace.
Rosemary Robinson
August 27, 2018
Liz I am sending prayers of peace and strength your way. Love Rosemary Robinson
Mark Agerton
August 27, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time. He was a great friend and classmate. RIP Mike
Zack Horne
August 27, 2018
Mike was a true patriot and a tremendous classmate. You have my deepest sympathy in his loss.
Zack Konrad Horne
Ashbrook Class of 82
Robin Millwood
August 27, 2018
Mike was such a kind and thoughtful person. He was always a leader of men. My brother Kenny and I were in ROTC with Mike and have many good memories of our high school years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the holy spirit minister unto you all and comfort you through this time. I am so sorry for your and our worlds loss. RIP Mike.
Therese Staubach
August 27, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you today and always
Dave, Heather, Brad and Claire Moreau
August 27, 2018
Words are not enough at a time like this. We are so sorry for your loss and please know that you are your family are in our prayers. Mike was a great man and we are truly blessed to have know him.
1982 12th. Ashbrook HS Key Club
Shirley Dietsch
August 27, 2018
1982 Ashbrook HS Sr Portrait
Shirley Dietsch
August 27, 2018
1982 -11th Grade. Ashbrook HS Cross Country
Shirley Dietsch
August 27, 2018
1981 Ashbrook HS KEY Club
Shirley Dietsch
August 27, 2018
1982 - 12th Grade. Ashbrook HS ROTC
Shirley Dietsch
August 27, 2018
1981 - 11th Grade. Ashbrook HS ROTC<br />Front Row.
Shirley Dietsch
August 27, 2018
Shirley Dietsch
August 27, 2018
Mike Redding attended Ashbrook High School in Gastonia, NC. Mike was well loved by many classmates, through all grades alike. He was a school leader and a talented athlete. But most of all he was generous, kind and would do anything for a freind in need. He graduated in the Class of 1982.
Sharon & Glenn Hall
August 27, 2018
So truly sorry for your loss. Mike was one of the nicest people I've ever met. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.
Mark Metcalf
August 27, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with Mike and I highly respected him and thought of him a leader and a friend. I am so sorry.
Chris M. Toste
August 27, 2018
Boomer, hearing the news over the weekend was very difficult. I can't imagine how devastating it was to Liz and the family. Our days go back to the Middle East after 9/11 and then to Holloman. You were a trusted friend I highly respected and that could always be counted on no matter what. I will miss our catch-up talks like it was only yesterday. We will keep you and the family in our thoughts as your loss continues to be felt. You will be missed by all. We will never forget...
Robert Lavery
August 27, 2018
Mike and I were roommates at EOD School in Indian Head Md. Great guy who I had lost touch with over the years. Gone too soon....condolences to his family. EOMFD!
Marti Dobbs
August 27, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your family today. May you be comforted in the days to come.
Sylvia Hickman
August 27, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with Mike and he was a true professional. We would, at times, sit and talk about family. He was so full of life and once talked about a drive he made to get a piece of furniture for his wife. He so loved his family, you could hear it in his voice. He has left a void in our daily lives, but will forever be in our hearts.
Johnny Griffin
August 27, 2018
I lived two houses over from Mike as a kid. We were in high school together. Mike and I shared rides to school and worked together in the neighborhood doing yard work and odd jobs. He was a great friend at that time in life. I remember his brother Eric and when his "baby brother" Phillip was born. Through the years we lost touch, but during that season of life we had lots of fun. I knew that he went on to have a family and proudly serve his country in the military. I was always proud of him and the direction his like took. I pray for God's comfort for your family as you go through this time of understanding and healing.
Nicole Shirlen
August 27, 2018
My God wrap you in His arms at this sad time in your lives and always. These days are hard but, just know that they do get better and the love he had for you will always be in your heart.
Lisa and Dan Gallagher Danny Gallagher
August 26, 2018
Our son Danny is friends with Austin. We are so deeply saddened for the sudden loss of your dad. We will pray for peace and comfort during this painful time. Love the Gallaghers
Bruce Lloyd
August 26, 2018
May God bless you and your family.
Bob Knapp
August 26, 2018
Aim High, Air Force guy! We thank you and your family for your tremendous service to our country. Well done!
Michelle Ballard
August 26, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sanja and Jason Abshire
August 26, 2018
We are devastated to hear of Michael's untimely passing. He was an incredible Airman with honor and integrity rarely seen anymore. To this day I remember words of wisdom he gave me when our family was going through difficult times in New Mexico in 2006. This is such a horrific loss for everyone who knew and loved Michael.
Liz, kids and family, our hearts ache for you and we pray God gives you comfort in this difficult time.
Dean Redding
August 26, 2018
A nephew whom I was always and for ever will be proud. Few people will ever know of the contributions you made to help make this country safer and great. THANKS!!!
Jane Hanna
August 26, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful cousin. We will love you and miss you always.
Tabitha Sparks
August 26, 2018
Love you and miss you so much Dad!
Tom & Phyllis Sperring
August 26, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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