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June 26, 2009
Dear Mike and family,
We just heard of your loss and are deeply sorry. We cannot imagine what you have gone through. Please know you are in our prayers.
Sam & Nancy Robinson
June 24, 2009
Mike,
Gary & I just heard about your loss.
We can't fathom what you are going
through, but please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Please share our sympathy with your Mom
as just becoming grandparents this must
be so difficult for her to share your
loss.
Gary & Kathy Williams Salem VA
June 21, 2009
Life is not measured by the number of breaths that we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.
Michael you did give me butterflies, your smile took my breath away everyday! You showed me unconditional love you will forever be in my heart, because you found my soul.
Rest in peace my sweet prince, until we meet again your love will see me through.
Always Yours,
Carla
Linda & Jim Harrell
June 21, 2009
Mike,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son. No bond is greater than that between a parent and child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kimberly Loyd
June 19, 2009
I wasnt very close with Micheal but grew up with him all the same. He was crazy and loved to make people smile. Even though we grew apart through the years, Micheal made sure he said hello to me every time he saw me. He will be greatly missed! My thoughts and prayers are with his family in this time of greif. MICHAEL, YOU WILL BE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER....R.I.P. MICHEAL
Emily Flowers
June 18, 2009
The news of this came as a complete shock to me, because I just never thought that he would die so young. I grew up with Michael all through Elementary school and have really funny memories of him just being the precocious kid that he was back then. As we got older, I didn't really hang out with him or have classes with him so I didn't really get to know him as he matured into an adult. I'm really saddened by the news and I pray that all the family will really be able to find strength and hope through all of this.
Ryan & Kim Stacey
June 17, 2009
To Michaels family we are so sorry for your loss. I can rememeber just being kids and playing basketball. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Melinda Schissler(Irby)
June 17, 2009
To editors only, please add Irby to the name Schissler, Melinda(maiden name). thank you
Melinda Schissler
June 17, 2009
Michael was a good friend,and always fun to be around. He will be missed.
The Terry Brothers and Julianne
June 17, 2009
Micheal will always have a place in many people's hearts and he will deeply be missed. Our prayers go out to the family. Micheal will never be forgotten, we love you man.
Vanessa Bower
June 17, 2009
Hi lisa, i met you one or two times passing through your house with Micheal. I am so sorry for your loss, he will be dearly missed and always loved in my heart. I'll never forget the times we had through out roanoke and salem hanging out going and having fun but in the same breath there will never be another soul that touches my heart the way he did.
Karen Lucas
June 17, 2009
Dear Lisa,
I am so sorry for you and your family. I hope that the memories of love and laughter you shared will help bring you peace.
Sincerely,
Karen Campbell Lucas
June 17, 2009
Lisa, so sorry for your loss,
EAST 24 BAND
Bill & Barbara McCormack
June 17, 2009
Lisa, We are so sorry for your loss.
May our prayers be with the family.
Jennifer Buzzo
June 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss. He will be missed forever.
Jason Gillespie and Jennifer Buzzo
Jeff & Tonia Womack
June 17, 2009
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 1998-2009
Candi & Robbie Taylor
June 17, 2009
Lisa & Family,
I can't imagine what you are going through. I pray that you may have comfort and peace in this sad time. You and Micheal are in my thoughts and prayers.
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those that are crushed in spirit" Psalm 48:14
June 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Poff family during this time. Michael and I met in preschool and went all through school together. A couple years back we ended up being in the emergency room together, and he kept getting in trouble for coming in my room to use my cell phone!! After moving away I didn't keep in touch. To Lisa, Mike, Eric and Travis you are in my thoughts and prayers and may you be comforted during this time.
Sommer Steele (Williams)
June 17, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Dana Hartman
June 16, 2009
To the Family: I am sorry for your loss. Mike will be missed. Me and Mike had alot good times togther and I will miss him for that.
Dana Hartman
June 16, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about Michael and cannot imagine the pain you are experiencing. We will keep you in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Jim and Debbie Stokes
Brother Terry
June 16, 2009
Michael will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayer are with all of you guys at this sad time.
Sarah Timpe
June 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Michael was a really nice young man. He will be greatly missed. May God be with you all.
June 16, 2009
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
JAY AND SHERRIE
Susan Jamison
June 16, 2009
Thinking and praying for you.
Susan Jamison
Amanda Holbrook
June 16, 2009
I will miss Mike - since I moved to FL I haven't seen him very often - much like most of my friends. I was so excited when he called me to tell me that he had moved only a few hours away, we were supposed to get together and hang out here in Tampa, but time and work, and life for that matter got in the way.... It just reminds me how incredibly precious time and friends are, and how Mike never let me forget that, and how easy it is to take that for granted. He talked to me like we had never lost touch, I'm just glad I got to see him on Halloween and spend some time with him.
Rest easy Mike, you have left an impression on this world and my heart.
Dana Fitzgerald
June 16, 2009
I have been praying for all of you.................I worked with Michael at Precision Fabrics and I remember him always having a smile on his face and making me laugh on break. I know how much he meant to your family: Cody spoke of him often.
May the words of Our Lord bring you peace:
"Faith is the substance of things hoped for; the evidence of things not yet seen" Hebrews 11:1
Have faith one day we will all be reunited with Michael.
Kenneth & Betty Bowles
June 16, 2009
You're in our thoughts and prayers. We can not imagine losing a child, we pray God will comfort you at this sad time
Mary Gacek
June 16, 2009
Mike- My heart is broken in a million pieces for you and your family. I know how much you love your boys - it will be so hard losing Michael. Please know that Jim and I are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. I MISS YOU!
Paulette Arnold
June 16, 2009
Dear Mike and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.I cannot imagine losing a child. My heart aches for you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
June 16, 2009
LISA
I HAVE NO WORDS TO SAY TO YOU OR YOUR FAMILY. I FEEL SO EMPTY FOR YOU AND THE BROTHERS OF MICHAEL. YOU ARE MORE LIKE A SISTER THEN A FRIEND TO OUR FAMILY. YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THERE FOR US AND HOPE THAT THE PRESNT OF OUR FAMILY WILL HELP YOU, NOW MORE THAN EVER. JUST KNOW WE LOVE YOU AND WE WILL BE THERE FOR YOU AND YOUR BOY'S. MAY GOD KEEP YOU SAFE AND THE MEMORIES KEEP YOU SMILING, WHEN YOU MISS HIM THE MOST.
OUR LOVE TO YOU
KAY, GARY
PATRICK, HOLLY, CABEL
BRIAN, SEJIN, ROSSI, SORIN
WE LOVE YOU
Amanda Morris
June 16, 2009
Mike
I'm gonna miss hanging out and all those good times we had won't be forgotten and neither will you. R.I.P. Miss You! The world won't be the same without you!
Marianne Nester
June 16, 2009
I am Marianne "Cundiff" Nester. I was Michael's kindergarten and 2nd grade teacher. Michael was in the first class I ever taught. I remember all the shy children coming through the door the first day. Not Michael he bounded in with a smile on his face and introduced himself. He then proceded to show me his lunch box his mother had packed. He was very proud of it. He had a neat personality and a smile that melted my heart. I hate to hear that his life ended so soon.
Unfortunatley I will be out of town for the service but I want all of you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
With love,
Marianne Nester
Tabitha Nelms (Patrick)
June 16, 2009
Michael will be greatly missed. He was the type of person that could bring a smile to anyones face. Micheal and I were never the best of friends but we did know each other for many years. We attended school together at Staunton River Middle/High. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. Micheal was a great person and again I say he will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences are with you. I am very very sorry for your loss.
ashley atwood (whittaker)
June 15, 2009
i am sorry for the lose of your loved one i went to school with micheal and he was a great person. may your hearts be filled with beutiful memmories god bless.
Teresa Gallegos
June 15, 2009
Mike, Lisa, Eric, and Travis,
I will always have fond memories of Michael, whether he was throwing me into the pool, showing me his garden, making me some potato cakes, playing with Jackson, or just hanging out on the back porch. He had such a passion for life! You all are such an amazing family who I still care for and think of often. I am so sorry for your loss and I will continue to pray for you.
Susan Ferguson
June 15, 2009
Dear Lisa, Mike, Travis, Eric,
I am so sorry this has happened.
My heart just breaks for you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. If there is anything we can do for you, please get in touch.
All My Love,
Arlene Ginn & family
June 15, 2009
To the entire Poff family,
We are sadden to hear of your loss. In the days ahead may you feel the presence of the Lord surround you with comfort and fill you with strength. You are in our thoughts, our hearts and our prayers.
Susan Ferguson
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kara Hoag
June 15, 2009
Michael was such a great guy. His smile lit up the room from the moment he walked in! Hes going to be missed so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Words cant express the sorrow the entire community is feeling. RIP Michael, We Love You and Will Miss you Dearly!
Todd & Robin Cawley
June 15, 2009
Dear Mike And Lisa,
Sorry For You're Loss.I Was One Of Michael's basketball Coaches Along With Dennis Charles. My Son Bradley Leonard Played Basketball With Michael. Our Thought's And Prayer's Go Out To You And You're Family.
Roger Tinley
June 15, 2009
Mike and Lisa,
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Vikki Hansen (Blizzard)
June 15, 2009
Aunt Elsie , Lisa and Families
Our hearts were saddened to hear of your loss. Know our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Love to all...
Flo's Family
Danny Harrison
June 15, 2009
To the Family
We work with Mike for several years at Precision Fabrics. We are very sorry for your loss.
Danny Harrison
Sandy Fielder
Stacy Dooley
June 15, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to your family at this time of need and in the days ahead. Michael we will always miss you! Keep an eye on us down here!
Casey Saul
June 15, 2009
Mike, Where do I start besides saying I love you... like a brother, b/c I consider you a brother. We were there for each other through thick and thin, from start to finish. Even though your not here in body you'll never be able to leave my heart. I know the Lord is taken great care of you. I miss you so much man ! But its ok I'll be there with ya one day. Tell Josh I said HEY!! And I'll make sure I take good care of your family. I LOVE YOU !!!
Samantha Stevens Bare
June 15, 2009
I went to school with Travis. My thoughts and prayers are with
Travis and the Poff family. Also all the friends of Michael.
Amanda Fink
June 15, 2009
As the days go by we will all miss your smile, sence of humor and that caring heart! Your what a true friend really meant and we will never find another one like you! I send my sympathy and love!
Kelly Small (Collier)
June 15, 2009
I became friends with Michael in Kindergarden as the years have passed we have lost touched but, he was always a great friend and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family in this of loss.
Jaimie Buckner
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. I only knew Micheal by association but I went to school with his brothers. Micheal was a great person and I know that he will be missed dearly and he will never be forgotten.
Christian Wilkes
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers with the Poff family. I met Micheal years ago when we played basketball together. During that time Micheal became a great friend. We worked together at Food Lion for a few years. I was his shift suppervisor countless times. He always had ways to sneak out of working hard. I knew when he came in to work smiling that we were in for a good night! To all the old memories from back in the day to most recently when I ran into you out of the blue after years of being away, you'll be missed everyday!!
Jenn Fisher
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Poff family at this time of grief, I can remember it like yesterday playing teeball with Michael and he will be sadly missed, my god be with u and comfort u at this time.
Jamie Johnson
June 15, 2009
Mike i loved like a broter and was around just about everyday i will miss him and i am so sorry..And lost
Tiffany Morris
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss, Micheal was a great friend and a wonderful person. I will miss him dearly.
Karen Bowers
June 15, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terri Poff
June 15, 2009
Michael our lives and family will never be the same.We will miss you greatly.I can still see you sitting in my living room talking with me and your Uncle Wayne, your smile lighting up the entire room.You had a wonderful laugh and a real love for life.You will always be in our hearts.You were only a few days old when we first saw you and it was a great pleasure watching you grow and mature into the wonderful young man you became.Know that we proudly called you our nephew.Mike,Lisa,Travis,Eric,Elsie and Treva know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and we love you very much. Terri and Wayne Poff
Ashley Steele
June 15, 2009
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Michael was a great guy. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Whitney Combs (Smith)
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Angie & Jason Utt
June 15, 2009
I am sorry for your loss,my husband
has worked with all the Poffs and had respect for this young man,who was trying to do better in his life than most do at that age. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this tragic time.
Becky Pauley(Bartel)
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Poff family through this difficult time. Couldn't believe it when I heard it on the news. Michael was a great friend. He will be missed. May God Bless you all and comfort you.
Ashley Balon
June 15, 2009
You have been my friend forever, I will always cherish and remember all the memories we have together! Your smile always knew how to brighten my day! Thank you for always being there for me. You will be missed greatly. My prayers are with the Poff family. RIP Michael
Shannon Callahan
June 15, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great person and we be greatly missed!
Candice Smith
June 15, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Michael will be greatly missed by all. He was a great guy! Your family is in my prayers.
Jean Brooks
June 15, 2009
I haven't stopped thinking of you; your family; your pain. My thoughts wonder through the years that I knew Michael Poff and how our lives became intertwined, mine and his--mine and yours. Michael had a beautiful smile, a gift for gab and good intentions. Nathan, Archie & I am so very sorry that this horrible tragedy happened.
June 15, 2009
Our family would like to extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of your son/brother/father. We all knew Michael at different times in his life and know that he will be sadly missed by all. God bless you all.
The Maxfield Family
Kenneth & Betty, Benny & Tiffany, Kenny, Sarah, Hannah & Kaylee
June 15, 2009
Eric and Family, I am so sorry for your loss, you are all in my prayers.
Amber & Andrew Rogers
Sonja Fizer
June 15, 2009
Lisa, Mike, Eric & Travis:
We just want to let you know that you are all in our prayers and our hearts are hurting with you. Michael was a great guy and your family means a lot to us.
Eric, you have been like the son I never had and I love you with all of my heart. You have been a great friend to Mandi and I thank you for that. May God give you strength at this time. We love each of you.
Sonja, Brittney, Mandi & Katie Bug
Mary Hudson
June 15, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Michael's family during this tragedy. May you find peace through Christ at a time when only He can provide!
I met Michael through my daughter Sara, when they attended high school. She transferred to Staunton River as a senior and Michael instantly befriended her.
Michael was one of those guys you fell in love with from the moment you met him. He could just steal your heart with that wonderful smile of his!
I will forever be indebted to Michael because he came to my daughter's rescue a couple years ago when she was stranded in downtown Roanoke at 2:00 a.m. without a car. What a gentleman he was to stay with her until I could arrive!
Michael's walk here was short....but he truly made a positive impact on all who had the pleasure to know him.
I'm so sorry!
Pamela Stevens
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief. Sorry for your loss.
Brandie Hall
June 15, 2009
Michael,
We love you and We will miss you very much. You alway lit up the room. You smile was infectious. We will miss you. Take care cus.
Love you muches
Brandie, Kevin and Matthew Hall
Robert & Holly Milton
June 15, 2009
To the family of Michael we are so sorry to hear of your loss. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dana Snow
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with ya'll. So sorry for your loss.
Mark West
June 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers to the Poff family; I pray that God brings you comfort and understanding during such a difficult time.
Jo-jo
June 15, 2009
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 1998-2009
Ana Cronin
June 14, 2009
My thoughs and prayers go out to the Poff Family. I'm so sorry of your loss.
Chris and Jenny Coon
June 14, 2009
U WILL BE GREATLY MISSED!!!
Ashley Dunman
June 14, 2009
Sorry for your loss. Michael will be missed greatly and always remembered. Yall are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chelsea Bowles
June 14, 2009
Ms. Poff,
I am a old friend of Michael's. I have met you a few times and just those couple of times I met you I know you have a huge heart. I have so many great memories with your son he was a great man. I am so sorry about your loss, I will try and make it on Wednesday. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Love,
Chelsea Bowles
And Family
Tee and Gina Dudley
June 14, 2009
Your family is in our prayers! May God be with you in your time of loss!
Michelle Catalan
June 14, 2009
We Are Sorry To hear about your loss. Michael you will be missed by many friends and family. our thoughts and prayers are with the poff family.
hollie bain
June 14, 2009
omg..... so sorry 4 everybodys loss this is so crazy i love u mike you will always be missed .
Meagan Drewery
June 14, 2009
He will always be thought of, sorry for your loss . miss u Michael
Justin Sheppard
June 14, 2009
We will remember Mike as a good friend, brother, son & father. He will be missed dearly. Please know that your family is in our prayers.
June 14, 2009
June 14, 2009
To Michael's family and friends, We are so sad to lose another young person. We had such a great time in Daytona with Michael many years ago. My girls had such a crush on him. He was one of Casey's best friends and will be dearly missed by all. May God Bless and keep you all.
~ Pete, Teresa, Sally & Sarah (Casey's Mom),
Tee and Gina Dudley
June 14, 2009
Your family is in our prayers! May God be with you in your time of loss!
June 14, 2009
To my dear friend Lisa, and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss. Debbie and Wayne
Steven & Melissa Miller
June 14, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Krista Ashwell
June 14, 2009
Michael will be greatly missed by many dear friends. Family is in my thoughts and prayers.
June 14, 2009
we will forever miss you Michael our deepest thoughts to the Poff family Ross & Becky Henry
Matt Sowers
June 14, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kim Pendleton
June 14, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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