Michael F. Sears

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West Palm Beach, Florida

Michael Sears Obituary

Family-Placed Funeral Notice

MICHAEL F. SEARS Michael F. Sears, of West Palm Beach, FL, passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 2006. Born in Athens, GA on January 25, 1953, Michael was the son of Elsie and the late Dr. William Sears of Vero Beach, FL. Mr. Sears was in banking for over twenty years, most recently with Mellon Bank. He was an avid fisherman, historian and traveler, especially with his beloved wife. Survivors include his wife, Beverly Pope Sears; mother, Elsie; brother, Steven (Barbara); sisters, Nancy Steinen (Karl) and Amy McCormick (Dan); and numerous loving aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Other survivors include father-in-law, Carl Varnell; brother-in-law, Warren Varnell (Elacia); godson, Daniel Steele; and many loving friends and colleagues. Mr. Sears loved his job and the people at Mellon Bank. He was a devoted and wonderful husband and son, who always took care of others. His caring for his community was evidenced by his volunteer involvement in such events as the Red Cross Polo luncheon, SunFest, and ArtiGras. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 8, 2006 at 12:00 noon at The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd; 400 Seabrook Road, Tequesta, FL 33469 - (561) 746-4674. Immediately following the memorial service, a gathering to celebrate “a good life well lived” will be held in the Good Shepherd Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Red Cross, Palm Beach County Chapter, 825 Fern Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. Quattlebaum Funeral & Cremation ServicesFamily Owned and Operated(561) 832-5171 To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Sears

13 Entries

Nancy Heins

December 19, 2006

Beverly, I'm so very sorry for your exponential loss in Michael. He was a wonderful man and our community has lost a significant friend and loving role model. You are in my heart and prayers

Kim Votaw-Smith

December 17, 2006

Potter Road is sad to lose a great neighbor...Our condolences to you Beverly and your family.

Enid Atwater

December 14, 2006

Michael Sears was a man of character and sincere warmth. He was kind and gracious to all that knew him. Beverly was his true love, best friend, and devoted wife. Michael lived a good life. We will cherish the special memory's he left us.

Dina and Lucien Capehart

December 8, 2006

The whole neighbourhood has been saddened to hear of Mike's passing. We will miss seeing him walking the dog and our regular hellos.

Toni Farber

December 8, 2006

Dear Beverly, I am deeply sorry to learn of your sudden loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Please feel free to contact me at any time. Wishing you strength, comfort, peace and healing - Toni

nancy morrissey (howe)

December 7, 2006

I was a friend of Nancy's while in high school, and spent a lot of time at their house in Boca. I was always so impressed with their family, and remember the intellectual level of discussion at the dinner table was a lot higher than at my home. My thoughts go out to your family on your loss.

Susan Simmons/Monticello

December 7, 2006

I grew up next door to the Sears family and have fond memories, most of which were of Michael as a crew member of "Gusto!" in sailing races. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Mike Staley

December 7, 2006

I met Mike in 1976 when we both worked at Atlantic Federal. I remember him as very dapper, with his smirky smile. I was saddend to hear of his passing. Our prayers go out to Beverly and his Family

Carol and Dick Simmons

December 7, 2006

Mike grew up with our kids on 32nd St.in Boca Raton, and later became a regular crew member when we raced our sailboats. We were saddened to read of his passing, and extend our heartfelt sympathy to Elsie, Nancy, Steve and Amy and their families.

William E. Lewis

December 7, 2006

I came to know Michael for <7 yrs while working at his "real" love, Barnett Bank. A time came when we watched a WWII battleship of unknown name under tow to be dismantled. He had a tear in his eyes because, as he said, "another grand old lady" fallen. Both she and Mike have found peace in their strength and grace.

Kim Licata

December 6, 2006

Mike was a great friend and co-worker. I will miss his wonderful stories and his advice on traveling. He will be very much missed.

Carolyn McDowell

December 6, 2006

My banking career began in 1987 and Mike Sears was one of the first people I became acquainted with at Barnett Bank. He was a very nice man and will be missed.

Carolyn Jenco

December 6, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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