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Michael J. York July 6, 1944 - July 17, 2008 BROOKLYN - Michael J. York, 64, of 28 Old Kimball Rd. beloved brother and uncle died Thursday morning in Moosup. He was born July 6, 1944 in New Rochelle, New York a son of the late John J. and Evelyn (Landgrebe) York. Michael had resided at the Old Kimball House in Brooklyn since 1987. He recently retired from Bel-Spa Enrichment Program in Chaplin. Michael leaves his extended family at Old Kimball House, two sisters and brothers in law, Karen and Dennis Barr and Mary and Thomas Gardiner all of Moosup; five brothers and sisters in law, Jack and Donna York, William and Susan York, Peter and Rita York and James York all of Moosup, and Joseph and Robin York of Florida. Also many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister Dianne York. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, August 2, 2008 at 10 a.m. in All Hallows Church, Moosup. Burial will follow in All Hallows Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of N.E. CT. P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260. Dougherty Bros. Funeral Home, Plainfield gas care if arrangements.

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Published by Norwich Bulletin on Jul. 18, 2008.

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Jason Nichols

July 31, 2008

Michael, I will always remember the goods times.....you sir, will be missed!

Dianne and family

July 29, 2008

we miss you

Patrick & Josh Perreault

July 28, 2008

Love you Uncle Mike

Clint & Justin Beausoleil

July 28, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Roy & JoAnn Ethier

July 27, 2008

To Will and Pete, you have my deepest sympathy, I did not have the pleasure of knowing your father, but if he was anything like you, I'm sure he was a good man. God Speed.

LORI;MARTY; LEX,KATELYN GARDINER

July 27, 2008

you will forever be in our hearts.

LEXI GARDINER

July 27, 2008

I WILL MISS YOU

Christine Messier

July 27, 2008

To Michael's famly,
Michael was very special to so many people.His family was the most important of all,he talked about his sisters,brothers nieces and nephews all the time.Mike was also a blessing in my life:always enlightening and keeping me in the loop about everything,with his great sense of humor! He will me missed dearly. Michael will forever hold a special place in my heart,and will never be forgotten. All my Love, Christine Messier

Christine Messier

July 27, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Nicole Dragon

July 26, 2008

To the entire Barr and York family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are an incredibly strong family and I know you will get through it together. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jack Barr

July 26, 2008

We will always miss you!
Will miss sharing a birthday with you!
Love Jack,Jen,John & Dennis

Denise Winters

July 26, 2008

We will miss you Uncle Mike You brought so much joy to everyone. I'm glad I got to know you. I got to love a beautiful person in a short time. Denise and Pat.

Dennyse ,Travis ,Tj ,Alex Heon

July 25, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Debbie, Michael, Jenn, Sarah, & Mike Kane

July 25, 2008

Uncle Michael, We all already miss you. I loved hearing your stories and your great sense of humor. I know you are at peace now with Granny and my Mom. We will always love you.

thomas gattuso

July 24, 2008

good bye uncle michael we will miss you love thomas teresa kianna

Richie Goslin

July 23, 2008

Uncle Michael i will miss seeing you at granny's house all the time and how you always yous yo call for Margret i will love you a lot and miss you

Lisa Missino

July 22, 2008

Mary and family, everytime I saw Michael, he always had a smile on his face. That was because he was so loved by everyone he met. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be sadly missed.

Taiylor Watson

July 22, 2008

Uncle Mike,
I will miss you so much, the two things that I am going to miss the most will be your laugh and your smile. Every time that I went to see you,you would smile. What I loved so much was that when you smiled I just want to say that you made me smile too. Well I just wanted to say that I will miss you a whole lot. I love you :]

Kat Voght

July 22, 2008

I enjoyed knowing Michael for these past few years, and know what a joy he was to so many whose lives he touched! God has taken a beautiful soul to sit by his side. I hope Michael's entire "family" will take comfort in knowing that. You are all in my prayers. Kat

Len Watson

July 21, 2008

Michael,
Will miss you.

Jared Watson

July 21, 2008

I will miss you

Kristin Watson

July 21, 2008

Uncle Mike, I will miss that laugh of yours eveytime I saw you and you thought I was Bethany!! Love you lots!!!

Michelle Miles

July 21, 2008

Mary and Tom,

I am deeply saddened to hear about your loss. God Bless.

ELDONA SOWERSBY

July 20, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jackie and Paul Deojay

July 20, 2008

Tom and Mary......I am so sorry for your loss. I know what it is like to lose a brother. It is not easy. I didn't know him but just by knowing both of you I know he is a wonderful person. If you need anything, please just ask and we are there! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you both and your entire family.

Donna Breton

July 20, 2008

We will miss you Uncle Mike
Love Donna, Dan & Danny

Karen Barr

July 18, 2008

all I have to say
I miss you
xoKaren

Ken & Pat Phaiah

July 18, 2008

To the entire York Family:
Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. Michael enjoyed being the head of the family. You all gave him a good life.
Thank you for sharing him with Pat and I all these years.
I will always remember giving him a boat ride on Moosup Pond and seeing him at the many York functions.

Ken and Pat Phaiah

July 18, 2008

MY DEAREST MARY,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
I ONLY MET MICHAEL ONCE, BUT REALIZED THEN WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PERSON HE WAS.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, DENISE

Ashley Metcalf

July 18, 2008

Mary & Family-
We are so sorry for your loss! You are in our prayers! We miss you! If you need anything please let us know! Lots of love!
Ashley,Megan & Amber

Ron Milliron

July 18, 2008

To Will and Peter, Entire York Family, Our heart felt sympathy And prayers are with you in your time of Loss.
Ron & Gerry Milliron

Daniel York

July 18, 2008

Dear Uncle Mike,
I already miss you but don't worry you will never be forgotten.
Love, Danny York

Karen. Vincent

July 18, 2008

Uncle you will be greatly missed!!
We love you!!
XOXO
Pudge,Aaron Becca & Andrew

robert schroth

July 18, 2008

you have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your brother. may the lord give you strength to make it through this most trying of times. your friend and classmate bob schroth

Mary York Gardiner

July 18, 2008

You will forever remain in my heart.
God gave us all the best brother in the world and you will always be my hero.
I will always love you Michael.

Keri Perreault

July 18, 2008

Uncle Mike you are know at peace
I will miss you very much love you.

Sue Chartier

July 18, 2008

Will, Sue & Danny, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Bill Yonush

July 18, 2008

Will & Peter and the entire York family my deepset sympathy on the loss of your loved one. You and your family will be in my prayers and thoughts.

Michelle York

July 18, 2008

You will be greatly missed. I love you Uncle Mike.

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