Search by Name

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

About

York Catholic High School Villanova University

Michael Kane Obituary

Michael L. Kane VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael L. Kane, 70, passed away Sept. 3, 2010. He was born April 18, 1940 in York, Pa., to the late Paul and Grace Kane. He was predeceased by his brothers, Donald and George Kane and his sister, Ann Williams. Michael graduated from York Catholic High School in 1958 and attended Villanova University. He retired in 2007 after working more than 30 years at Science Applications International Corporation and was an accomplished Virginia Beach Master Gardener. He is survived by his brothers, Robert Kane and wife Celine and John Kane and wife Edna. Michael is also survived by his wife, Joyce Ann Brehm and his children, Mark Joseph Kane and wife Chiharu, Michael Paul Kane, Matthew Daniel Kane and wife Kim, Marisa Josette Pigeon and husband Bob, Amy Kane Slusher and husband Logan, Jennifer Ann Kane and fiancé Jeff Schottler; and 13 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Monday, Sept. 13, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Apostle Church, 1968 Sandbridge Road, Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pine Ridge Civic League in honour of Grace Gardens, P.O. Box 6163, Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Kane

17 Entries

Milt Hardine

September 5, 2024

Michael, Michael, Michael, you gave everything your all. Your love of Family, of God, of Friends and of work is missed so much. You could always counsel with correctness and with a sidebar of humor. Life of those who were near you were blessed with a straight shooting guy. You are greatly missed.

[email protected]

July 26, 2024

My roommate at Villanova.
My sympathy
Bob Scarito

Mike volunteering at Chippokes State Park, on the beach.

Milt Hardine

September 19, 2010

Mike loved his Family, his country, his God and gardening. Not necessarily in that order. Few things took his laugh and smile away. His character painted life as it is, not as we would like it to be. He was an analogist.
He was a very good friend and will be missed. Chippokes, was a new and frequent discovery for him. Solitude from the life of the burbs.

melinda browne

September 15, 2010

To Mike's Family,

My sincere condolences. I am just learning that Mike is gone and it leaves a big hole in the heart of the Four Amigos of Master Gardening. Russ, Juliet, Mike and I befriended in the MG training and the laughs never stopped. Mike's sense of humor and gardening expertise made our volunteering together a joy.

Mike casts a wonderful aura around those he is nears...a kind, smart, funny man I will miss dearly. I hope you are finding the strength to keep going.

Juliet is currently hiking the Appalachian Trail but sends her heartfelt condolences. We both are stunned and saddened.

Melinda Browne, Juliet Stephenson

Lori and Jim Attwood

September 14, 2010

We have had the pleasure of viewing Mike's wonderful work with Grace's Garden on every walk from Castleton through Pine Ridge. Last evening, on our daily stroll, we were so touched to see the contributions of live plants and greenery for the continuation of his passion. I hope the Pine Ridge Civic League will chose to honor Mike by renaming the entrance area and by maintaining his efforts. With our sincere sympathy,
Lori and Jim Attwood
Castleton Residents

September 14, 2010

I was a classmate of Mike's at YCHS
and was so sorry to hear of his passing.
I will keep his family in my prayers.
Bonnie Brezler Fetrow

September 13, 2010

From some of Mike’s co-workers at US Joint Forces Command:

Ralph E. Price Co-worker, mentor, and friend that will be missed!

Nancy P. Herrell Really sad! he made the office work MUCH more fun.. will miss him

Janey Brophy I am so sorry to hear such sad news and wish that I could be there. Mike was a dear friend and I miss seeing him as well as a lot of others since I left JFCOM. Please send my sincere condolences. My prayers are with his family and friends.

Robin Hamilton So sad!

A Terry Workman He was a great guy!

Nancy P. Herrell He made me laugh when the guys in the office Really needed it! I smile when I hear his name.. he will be missed

Michael Hazen Mike will be deeply missed....He always made the office a fun place to be. My prayers go out to his family. Heavens gardens will be greener and brighter with Mike up there tending to them. God Bless and keep you old friend!

Terry Salisbury Mike always had a smile and story to share! Fair Winds!

George Sarno EVERY interaction with Mike ended on an upbeat note; smiling or usually knee slapping. Pleasure to have known him...

September 13, 2010

Mike was an extremely well liked and respected high school classmate. I am truly sad to hear of his passing. Tom Gabriele

Mike's e-mail caption: Anna Rose Whitney...approx. 15 years old....this makes it all worthwhile

Kim Frisby

September 13, 2010

Jere Avenson

September 13, 2010

I worked with Mike for a number of years. I could always count on an excellent product and some humor from Mike to lighten the situation.

Ken Witmer

September 12, 2010

Mike was a friend and classmate of mine at YCHS. I was shocked to read of his untimely passing. My prayers go out to his family.

L. Gadsby

September 11, 2010

As a long time resident of Pine Ridge, I have had the privilage of watching Mike create a beautiful, peaceful garden area for our neighborhood. Grace Garden is a tribute to Mike's Mother and to his own dedication and hard work. His efforts have had much more of an impact on so many people, more than he was ever aware of. My most sincere sympathy and prayers go out to his family.

Kevin

September 11, 2010

I grew up in the house behind Mike. I will miss running into him at the garden section of one of the many home improvement stores as well as stoping to talk with him at the front of the neighborhood on my way to visit my parents. Thanks for everything you taught me.....

AT OUR 50TH CLASS REUNION

Albert Boll

September 11, 2010

MIKE WAS ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS IN HIGH SCHOOL, AND BEST MAN AT MY WEDDING. THEN WE WENT IN DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. BUT HE WAS NEVER FORGOTTEN. MY PRAYERS GO OUT FOR HIM AND HIS FAMILY. ALBERT BOLL ..

Pine Ridge Resident

September 11, 2010

It is never easy to lose a loved one so unexpectantly. I hope your pain will heal and you can celebrate the life of the wonderful person that Mike was. A life of devotion, love, hard work and kindness. I can only imagine that God needed someone to build gorgeous gardens, lovely landscapes and to spread some kindness!! My sympathies and prayers are for you and your family during this difficult time.

Kim Frisby

September 11, 2010

Words are inadequate to express my shock and sadness in learning of Mike's death. He was a great guy, and one of my favorite people on the planet. Anyone who was privileged to know him will never forget his hearty laugh and great sense of humor. I have several camelias in the yard that he gave me as cuttings - he was a terrifc gardener. Our hearts are heavy, as we keep you, his family that he loved above all else, in our thoughts and prayers.

Showing 1 - 17 of 17 results