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Michael A. Layfield

Michael Layfield Obituary

LAYFIELD, MICHAEL A.
Age 24, born in Mountain View, CA passed away October 27, 2003 in Sacramento. Michael is survived by his son, Heslatkala (Swift Elk) Kaluka; his Indian wife, Sage LaPena; loving parents, Jim and Diana Campos; brothers, Jay and Kyle and sister, Kayla. He also leaves his grandparents, John and Betty Layfield and Lucy Campos. His family invites all his loving friends to the Honoring Ceremony Saturday at 2pm at the Maidu Interpretive Center, 1960 Johnson Ranch Dr., Roseville. Reichert's Funeral Directors 729-2229

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Oct. 30, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Layfield

Sponsored by JOHN & MARYANN LAYFIELD.

20 Entries

Douglas Lawhead

October 24, 2022

Love you buddy more then words could describe.

Douglas Lawhead

November 3, 2021

Miss you Brother!!

Douglas Lawhead

October 29, 2019

Love you!

Douglas Lawhead

October 29, 2019

Not a day goes by that I don't think about you brother! Till the day we see each other again. You'll always be in my ❤

DOUGLAS LAWHEAD

July 14, 2010

Mike you were the BEST FRIEND I ever had and I love you forever!!!! My brother I just found out I'm so sad. I'm sorry we lost connection but you will always be in my heart! The lord has taken one of the best!! Doug Lawhead(SAcramento,CA) 480-274-4322

john layfield

November 23, 2004

happy b-day mikeee.thank you LORD for sharing this beautiful spirit with us.he left us all with something to live for.we love you mikeee uncle johnny & maryann.

Kayla Campos

November 10, 2004

uuh, yep. Mike kicked! He is a really cool guy. And he was my inspiration to grow up. Wait, he still IS my inspiration. He was such a good brother. And I thank him for putting up with my little sisterness...sibblings can get pretty annoying at times. But I love the guy, who cant. Even if I was one of the people he punked, I would still love him, just because he just emitted beauty. And he is a very beautiful person. Ya have to admit...beautiful. I love you Mikey!

john &maryann layfield

November 8, 2004

MIKEE, when we went to mikees funeral srevice i was amazed at all the differant people that he touched.young and old.what a special spirit he is to touch so many differant human beings. he touched each and every one of us in a differant way. he left a piece of himself inside all of our hearts. we love mikee uncle johnny & maryann.

Michael Anthony Layfield

July 2, 2004

Diana Campos

May 25, 2004

My Son Mike,

It's been a while since you've been gone. I have gone through much grief. I have also grown. Grown to know you better. I know now what a wonderful human you were. I realize how much you followed your heart voice along the path of the Red Road. How all the things you have done and all the things you saw, gave you the knowledge and wisdom of a Great Lakota Warrior. You were such a Lakota. In so many ways. I see that now. From the time you were born you were on that path. Your wisdom far surpassed that of others your age.

It amazes me how much of a Lakota Spirit you were. How you touched the lives of others. How you honored the things most true to your hertiage.

My son. You were an amazing person. I honor you. I honor you in all that I do. And all that I say. It is with much sadness that I can no longer see you with my human eyes. But my spirit feels you near. I know that you are here with me. And I know you are ok. Knowing one day I'll be with you keeps me going. It motivates me to continue on my Red Road path. Deep within my soul, I long to see you again. SOON!

Aho. Mitakuye Oyasin

Ma Dukes!

Mark Jenesse

January 26, 2004

Michael,

You were my younger cousin by 9 years and my first responsibility as a young boy. I had the pleasure of baby sitting you and Shaleen with my twin brother, Michael, and it was a connection between the four of us right away. You and Shaleen hold a special place in my heart, for you were so close in age that I saw you as twins that I can feel special with. Taking care of you was never a chore, it was a special time, as you grew older I saw less of you, but I did see you develop into a strong young man, with dreams and goals. Although your time was short you touched many lives, especially mine. I will always remember those times of taking care of you, and the pride it brought me to be able to take care of someone so young. It was a stage in my life that changed me and I will always be thankful for that time I had with you. Now you are with all our relations and our heavenly father, may you continue on your path with a glad heart and the knowledge of a cousin who is proud of you.

With much Love,

Jim Campos

January 25, 2004

My son since the tender age of 2. We've had our ups and downs through out the years. We went to the races together, He helped me out on the race car, we even worked together. He even started taking an interest in taking pictures like I use to!

As he grew older he matured into a wonderful dad with Sage and her family and he was really proud when he finally had his son Kalu. I have a picture of me holding his son and the look he was giving me while I was holding his son - I will charish that moment forever!

I was going to help him build his '68 Fairlane so he could cruise or race it when ever he wanted but now I will finish the car in memory of him for his mom.

Sometimes I think about all the thing's we were going to do with one another in the future is gone. I miss when he used to say to me "What's up Pa Dukes?"

I am so lucky we got a chance to get to know one another better in the past few years.

I miss you my son and I will do my best to be there for your son, Kalu.

I Love You!

Dad

Ray Treasure

January 20, 2004

It was sad day when I learned of the tragedy that took Mikey from this world. I had the pleasure to meet this fine young man on two occasions. The first was in Australia when he accompanied his Family on a Drag Racing tour of our country. The second was when I travelled to the United States to visit my new found friends. Mikey was and will always be remembered by us Downunder as a pleasant and caring guy that always looked out for his Family and was there to protect them whenever they needed him. Rest in peace my good friend it is a pleasure to have been able to share the good times with you.

Shaleen Moreno

December 29, 2003

Mikey was my cousin, my brother,my touchstone and protector.We differed in age by only four months, I was always older!!!! I can not begin to tell you the pain that fills my heart with the loss of my BEATIFUL cousin, it consumes me.Those of us who knew Mikey were all touched by him in some way...some of us just by his smile.

Mikey and I grew up together, our main agenda consist of how much "play time" we could rack up in one day. He held my hand through everything,protected me from everyone.He would lie with me until I fell asleep,console me, even knock out my stubborn baby teeth when they needed the extra budge!!!!!!

In short, Mike was the best boy to grow up with and an even better man to know as we grew up on the way.I won't be the same without him,neither will this world.The heavens shine brighter with his presence.I was once asked what my fondest wedding day memory was...my reply was,"the look on my cousins face when I walked down the aisle.He was an usher and the first eyes that mine met.He was beaming,as tears streamed down his face...that smile of his was priceless.

Mikey,you are the best man I ever knew or will ever meet.When it is my turn to leave this place may your face be the first I see....until then my beloved Mikey... I will see you in my dreams!!!!I miss you more every day.

Your Cousin Sha, Bean, Little Lena, Ash1 xoxoxoxo May your spirit rest peacefully and happilly

Tiffany Bolton

December 29, 2003

I am Mike's(a.k.a Rock) older cousin, so I use to stay with Aunt Diana and babysit Mike. I remember when Mike was about 4 years old and I was watching him outside so I thought I would put him on my skateboard and push him while he knelt down on it. We were having a blast until we hit a bump and he went face first, Oops - I felt so bad but I guess it worked to his advantage because he was a great Skater!!!

When Mike was about 6 or 7, we were all living in the same house for awhile and Mike was like a little brother, (you know a pain in the butt.. hee hee hee). As we grew older we kind of lost touch and went our separate ways.

Mike grew into such a wonderful, loving, caring and handsome Man. Now he is dancing and running free with the Spirits.

I love you Rock (a.k.a Mike).

Diana Campos

December 27, 2003

I am honored to have been Mike's Mother. He was a great child that grew in to a Great Man. He had the biggest heart. He was extremely senstive and would do what ever he could to help some one out.

Mike too was a rebel. Those of you who knew him, know Mike stood for the things he believed in. I admired that about my son. When he made up his mind to do something, he jumped in with both feet. Leaving nothing to chance. He forged his own way.

I miss my son greatly and sometimes still cannot believe he is gone. But I will always charis the time I did have with him. When Mike was with you, he was WITH you! I believe we are all different for knowing Mike. His spirit was a strong one.

All My Relations.

Rachel Minyard

November 6, 2003

I first met Mike in Jr. High and stayed friends through highschool, what a guy. I think back now to memories of Mike's great sense of humor and caring nature. The word goof ball comes to mind when I think of him,throughout highschool and junior high Mike has given me many memories of great times to hold onto and remember him by. Mike i'll miss your wrestle mania cotton zebra print pants and that great smile.Praying for comfort and peace to the loved ones he left behind.

Sincerly,

Rachel Minyard (Paiva)

Michael Wackerle

November 1, 2003

I first met Michael in high school,we became friends and have many amongst us from these years. We shared many good experiences together. For me, and many others he was a friend,and brother. He was a very talented artist, and has played a big influence in my life.The creator has plans for us all. May he always be remembered in our hearts, for he is spirit now, so may he still be with us in the doorway of are hearts. You are missed my friend, may love and all your loved ones prayers be with you. Aho mitakyeoyasin

Sabrina Campos

October 31, 2003

Michael is a dear cousin of mine. I remember the first time I saw him. I was excited to see him. He was my first cousin on my Mother side of the family. I will always have fun loving memories of my cousin Michael he is a big part of my childhood memories. I love you Michael. I will always keep you close to my heart. Uncle Jim & Auntie Diana I will always love you.

Brenda & David Tilley

October 30, 2003

To the Family,

We knew Michael only for a short time, since he met Sage. In that time we saw the joy and life he brought to Sage and his new family. He will be a person greatly missed from this world. We know that the Crator has a purpose for all things happening.

Love to All,

Brenda & David Tilley

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