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Michael Wimberly Obituary
Poughkeepsie, NY
- Michael A. Wimberly, 55 of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away peacefully with a host of family members by his side at Vassar Brothers Medical Center on Saturday, April 26, 2014
Michael also known as "Gayce" was born on February 10, 1959 in Washington D.C. to Charlie Wimberly Sr. and the late Irene Wimberly. Michael "Gayce" moved to Poughkeepsie at a young age. He attended and graduated from Poughkeepsie City Schools. Throughout high school he was a member of various sports teams. He was an avid sports fan especially basketball. He was employed at Shatz Federal Bearing for 14 years. He was also employed at International Harvest.
He is survived by his wife Zenia Wimberly and 2 children Michael Wimberly Jr. and Malayshia Wimberly as well as 2 step children; May-May Wimberly and Malaysia I. Wimberly al of charlotte, NC. His loving father Charlie Wimberly Sr. of Hyde Park; 2 sisters Donna White of Hyde Park, NY and Rose Gordon of Poughkeepsie, NY , a host of nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother Irene Wimberly and brother Charlie Wimberly Jr.
The services will be private. Condolences and kind words can be sent through www.darrowfuneralhome.org. Arrangements have been entrusted to Joseph J. Darrow Sr. Funeral Home, 39 So. Hamilton Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. 845-452-1840.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Wimberly
Gail Dumas-Louder
May 3, 2014
I am so saddened by the loss of my dear cousin, Andre aka Gacey. Memories of his sweet, warm smile and demeanor are flashing thru my mind as I reflect on our childhood. Here in the south, we loved his accent when annually, the family would all come down! Rest Easy, Couz! We love U, but God loves U best! Donna and Rose Ann, Love Yall! God is standing nearby! Forever your cousin, Gail aka Kiddy Redd
Theresa (Moschetto)Lewis
May 2, 2014
To The Wimberly Family,I am so sorry for Your loss.Michael was a Wonderful Guy, He Always had a smile and welcomed EveryOne.I wish You all comfort in knowing that He is at Peace now in Heaven.You are All In Our Prayers With Love, Tara and Theresa (Moschetto)Lewis
Verneena Merriett
May 2, 2014
My condolences to the Wimberly family...I called him Mike. Mike will always be remembered. R.I.P. Mike!
Marcia Roberts
May 1, 2014
sorry for the family loss of Michael. always such a nice young man . always smiling and had the best hug when I saw him. Prayers for all of you with love
kirk pegg
May 1, 2014
I grew up with gayce, all through school what a great friend, my deepest heart felt sorrow
LIZ BISHOP
May 1, 2014
I AM SORRY FOR UR LOSS MIKE WAS A VERY NICE GUY I WORKED WITH HIM AT SCHATZ FOR THE LAST 4 YEARS HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED LIZZIE
Kerima Brown
May 1, 2014
The Williams family have been friends with the Wimberly family for many years, we are so very sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Gayce as we called him. Stay stronge family look to God for comfort. We love you all. Kerima Brown & family!
Vanessa Roberts
May 1, 2014
Donna and Ann so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your families. May God grant you all the strength that you need during this very difficult time. Gayce was one of a kind. God Bless you all.
April 30, 2014
We are so very sorry for your loss.
With deepest sympathy,
Anna & Angela Messina
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