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Michael Timothy Douglas Jr.

Michael Douglas Obituary

Athens, Georgia - Michael Timothy Douglas, Jr., 19, died September 25, 2005 as a result of a hit and run automobile accident. He was born in Raleigh, North Carolina July 11, 1986, son of Michael Timothy Douglas, Sr. and Debbie Mahoney. He was a graduate of Paul Anderson High School in Vidalia and was attending Gainesville Junior College in Athens. He was a communicant of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church and was employed by Hogan's Marina. Michael loved the outdoors, fishing, boating, hiking, camping especially on Little Tybee Island. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Joseph A. and Gail T. Douglas. Surviving are his mother Debbie Mahoney, father, Michael Timothy Douglas, Sr. of Savannah; maternal grandparents, Roland and Sandra Mahoney of Savannah and aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 27, 2005 at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church with a Christian Wake Service at7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 28, 2005 at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church with The Reverend Patrick O'Brien, Celebrant. Burial: Catholic Cemetery. Remembrances: Paul Anderson Youth Home, 1603 McIntosh St., Vidalia, GA 30474. Savannah Morning News, September 27, 2005 Please sign our Obituary Guestbook at www.savannahnow.com

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Published by Savannah Morning News from Sep. 26 to Sep. 27, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Douglas

139 Entries

Ashley Dale

October 26, 2005

Uncle Mike,

I havent seen you or Michael in so long and just wanted to say that I am so sorry this happened. I just remember having the biggest crush on him when I was a little girl which is kinda icky now that I think about it considering he is my cousin.haha...I miss you sooo much Uncle Mike and would love to hear from you when you have time. Again Im sorry, Michael will be missed but at least you know hes up in heaven with Aunt Gail right now.. you know?...I LOVE YOU

Ashley

Betty & Reggie Terrell

October 26, 2005

Dear Mike,

Forgive me for not knowing this terrible tragedy happened to you and to Michael. I know how much you loved him. He is with your Mom now. Our prayers are with you. God will help you through this. I love you very much. Please call me.

Aunt Betty and Reggie

Daria Nilsson

October 26, 2005

Dear Mike:

I don't even know where to begin. My best memory is of when Ashley and Michael were little (around 4) and everytime you would bring him over to our house, Ashley would run in and put on her best dress. How cute they were then... They grew up quickly - in the blink of an eye it seems. Sometimes we don't understand God's plans for us but we have to put things in His hands when the going gets rough. I have been where you are (as you know) and I know your pain and your emptiness but we will see them again.... I am always here for you and I love you with all of my heart cousin. Daria

Christann Smith

October 20, 2005

Dear Mike:

You are very dear to me, but I didn't get to know Michael. I do remember his precious face as a little boy.

As evidenced by Fr. O'Brien's service, the grief-stricken tears and the overwhelming expressions of love, you and Debbie, together, raised a remarkably loving young man.

I know how proud you were of your son. You gleamed when you spoke of him. You were excited about his future and all he had overcome. But, Heaven wanted him much more. He was, afterall, Gail Douglas' grandson.

Your mother rasied you with God and helped prepare you for something of this magnitude. May He continue to grant you the strength and faith to see you through.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.

Christann Jones Smith

Posey and Jason Helton

October 17, 2005

Ms. Debbie, Sandra and Roland,

Please know that Jason and I truly thought the world of Michael. We think of you all every day and you are in our constant prayers. We picture him in his green and white seersucker shorts with a huge grin on his face. He was unfailingly polite and his smile was infectious, thank you for sharing him with us....may God be with you.

Michael Ryan

October 10, 2005

I can still remember seeing Michael one of the first times during the fall of 1986 in Mom and Dad's house in Cary NC. Holy Cow! He was the biggest infant I ever saw! It was great, he was a tank. Finally...a baby that was not fragile. (smile) We are terribly saddened to learn of Michael's tragic death. He grew to be a handsome young man, filled with life and energy. There are few words that can ease the pain and suffering you are going through. Please know, you and your families are in our prayers and thoughts, daily.

Mike Ryan and Family

Priscilla Lewis a friend at Memorial Health

October 7, 2005

In times like this, I know words cannot express what you are going through. Just remember, Jesus is with you always. He said He would not leave us nor forsake us. Debbie, when you feel you can't go on, just reach up ... and draw strength from our Almighty Father and Savior, Jesus Christ, and know that Jesus will bring you through.

Love you always,

Priscilla

robin johnston

October 7, 2005

Debbie,

I did not no about this avenue to express my sympathy to you. I remember the few times we talked about our children. The love we have for our children can not be measured, but God's love is even greater. Let God's great love and mercy see you through this difficult time. He loves and cares for you as we do. Please know that you are in my prayers, and if I can do anything please let me know.

May God bless you as you take this hard journey. Love and peace Robin Johnston(OR Pharmacy)

Robert (Bobby) Williams

October 6, 2005

Debbie I attended Savannah High with your Mother, I've been traveling and I just found out about your families loss. No one can imagine the pain your family has at this time with the loss of Michael. But know that we all are praying for you and your family and have you all in our hearts. May God be with you all at this time and for ever.

Susie Roberts

October 4, 2005

I did not know your son: I heard the tragic news from Jennifer Goza. My heart breaks for you; I have a 16 year old son and I can not imagine the terrible loss that you and your family are going through. Lean on those that love you; pull from their strength. I pray that the Lord will envelop your family in his loving arms and comfort you in some way. From the eyes of a stranger looking in, your son must have been special; he is touching those that didn't even know him--May God Bless..Susie Roberts

Blake Shepard

October 3, 2005

Debbie,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I did not know Michael, but I heard you speak of him often and I know how proud you were of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Geneva Wynne

October 3, 2005

Dear family Of Michael: I read of the loss of your precious son Michael in the Athens-Banner Herald Newspaper. I wanted to send my deepest condolances to you, I can't imagine the pain you must been suffering. Please lean on God's everlasting arms for He alone can truly comfort us.Nahum1:7 The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble, and he knoweth them that trust in Him. May God give you his sweet peace.

Love In Christ

Geneva Wynne

Lee and Jennifer Goza

October 3, 2005

To the family of Michael,

It is with much saddness for you that we jot these few words. In reading through these entries, we get a sense of what a wonderful young man Michael was. Our nephew Mackenzie Lisle was Michael's friend at PAYH. Together they shared many of life's pleasures, liked the same things and enjoyed their days there to the fullest. Mack went to the with the Lord in August. There he was met by our 18 year old son Daniel, whom he had missed so much since Oct. 9, 2000. So you see, we truly do understand the train-load of emotional feelings that you have been hit with. It's very apparent here that Michael's life was not lived in vain, for he forever changed so many people, friends and family with his prescence. Michael is the lucky one today. We are all just pilgrims here on earth...just passing through for a little while. Michael has moved on to his eternal heavenly home. For you who are left behind, the journey down unknown paths has begun. Where do you anchor yourself in this wild storm of emotion and grief? Friends? Family? Substances? Other? We hope that you will soon see that there is only One who can provide all that you need. Yes, God does use his children to minister to you with hugs, love, words of comfort. But when you have to find a way to go on living, to go on moving forward, this is very hard. You'll find that you have to literally will your feet to move to the floor in the morning to start your day. And overwhelming floods of grief will consume your resting nightime hours. What do you do? Our prayer for you dear ones, is that you will look to the Lord. He alone can be your Rock and your refuge. Call on Him for He wants to hear from you. Above all, make your preparations to be with Michael again. Believe and trust in God's saving grace through the death, burial and resurrection of His Son Jesus Christ. Find comfort and peace in all of his precious promises, breathed and inspired in his Word, the Bible. Hang on to these as the Truth that they are. Let them soak deep into your soul as you grieve over Michael being gone. I imagine that in Heaven, your Michael, our nephew Mack, and our son Daniel are fishing and having a wonderful time together! Just a few more days, and heaven can be yours too, to reunite with your Michael. Until then, if we can help in any way, if you want to talk, please feel free to contact us. God bless and keep you as you carry on. In Him, Jennifer and Lee Goza (435 Mc Creery Road, Jefferson, Ga. 30549) II Cor. 4:17-18

For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;

[18] While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.

II COR. 5 [1] For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.

[2] For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven:

[3] If so be that being clothed we shall not be found naked.

[4] For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.

[5] Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.

[6] Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord:

[7] (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

[8] We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

Lauren Hopkins

October 1, 2005

I knew Michael since the first grade and we went to the same middle school as well. My deepest sympathy is with all of his family and friends. May God be with you all at this time of need. Michael was a great kid with a smile on his face everytime I saw him. He had an amazing sense of humor and he will be greatly missed and remembered always. I am speechless at this point. May God bless you and keep you. One day we will meet again my friend, one day.

Alicia Harvey

September 30, 2005

Debbie, Mike, Aunt Sandra and Uncle Roland,

All you have to do is open this guestbook and read all the great things that are being said and all the support you all have. It is very comforting! I know it won't end the pain but it is all so touching. Please take care of each other in this time ahead and know that I am not far away if you need anything.

Love Ya All,

Alicia Harvey "Buffy"

DIANE HALL

September 30, 2005

DEBBIE,

PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS!! I TOO AM A SINGLE MOTHER OF AN ONLY SON AND MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU!

I'M LINDSEY'S AUNT DIANE AND SHE ALWAYS SPEAKS AFFECTIONATELY OF YOU.

TAKE CARE!

DIANE

Becky Morrison Martin

September 29, 2005

Dear Debbie,

Words cannot express what you must be going through. I am so sorry for your loss. Know that my prayers are with you and your family at this time. Love Becky

Walter and Karen Hale

September 29, 2005

I am speechless.....the words and thoughts that have been so all consuming this week that I would have said to you ...seem so inadequate to convey my most deepest sorrow at your loss...to try and articulate my most sincere condolences do not do justice to such an unfortunate occurence of such magnitude.....again I am speechless.....the grief I felt many years ago when my only brother...my younger brother Jack...was also taken in a manner most tragically...at the age of 18...I kept waiting for the pain to lessen ....to subside...as the throbbing lessens when one hits their thumb with a hammer...but it would not go away...for so long...but memories do not die....good memories last forever...to fade to the time when I was in my teens.....and one of my best friends..Jimmy..who also met with grave tragedy at a similar age....we talked once....in guy talk....about our mothers...and in a sense of revelation only shared by good friends....we talked about how much we loved our mothers ....and...there was that urge to go up and hug her and tell her how much we loved her....but being guys.....we couldn't...but it was there...no matter how we hid it...it was there....

Laura Morgan

September 29, 2005

Debbie,

I never had the opportunity to meet Michael, but I feel that I knew him well. You spoke of him so often. Clearly, you and Michael had a special bond beyond that of a mother and child. Together, you shared an amazing friendship of unconditonal support and acceptance. You were each other's biggest fan. I cannot fathom the heaviness that your heart must carry, but please be reassured that there are so many people praying for you at this time.

Now is the time to lean on family and friends. Seek strength from the people who love you and seek solace from your heavenly father.

As people start to settle back into familiar routines, please feel free to call upon me for support.

With heartfelt sympathy,

Kip Woodworth

September 29, 2005

Debbie, I was shocked when Dawn told me. I can't imagine what you're going through. You are very much in my prayers. They say that time heals, I hope it does. Kip & Cary

Heather Tassier

September 29, 2005

Debbie,

I have been thinking about you alot over these past few days. I cannot begin to comprehend what you are going through right now. I know that you were a wonderful and a very proud mother to such a fine young man. May you find peace in remembering the wonderful times you shared together.

You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you - Heather

Anne & Ron Kolman

September 29, 2005

We cannot find words to express the deepness of our sorrow. I hope that you can find solice in the thought that so many share your pain.

You are in our prayers.

Anne & Ronnie

Felica Green

September 29, 2005

To Mrs, Debbie

I was just thinking about you and i wants you to know that i may not be with you but God is always with you . Trust in him and he will direct you.

Felicia Green

Memorial Health (Operating Room

Melissa Andrews

September 29, 2005

Debbie, We were so very shocked and saddened to hear about Michael. Scott, Daulton and I reminisced about all the fun times we all had at the dock. I know that no words can help with the hurt and pain, but please know that our prayers are with you and your family. If you ever need anything please let us know.

Missy, Scott and Daulton

Gina McNamara

September 29, 2005

Debbie,

Words cannot express the sympathy I feel for you and your family. May you find strength in knowing you were a wonderful loving Mother to Michael. You are in my prayers-

Love,

Gina

Lois Homans Chepenik

September 29, 2005

Debbie, I am a old, dear friend of your parents from Savannah. As a matter of fact, my parents were good friends of your grandparents. I will call Sandra and Roland, but I wanted you to know how deeply saddened I am about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lois Homans Chepenik

September 29, 2005

I love you Deb-Deb, and I am sharing your pain as all who love you so are.

Nelly

Chris Blessing

September 28, 2005

Debbie,

May peace be with you and your family through this difficult time. You were a great mother to your son. I am here for you always. Love , Chris.

sandra cubbedge

September 28, 2005

Debbie,

I just found out about your tragic loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.I know how much you loved Michael. You are a wonderful person and it is hard to understand how something like this can happen.May God help heal your pain.Michael is safe now and he will be watching over you.We saw him down at the marina a while back and he had grown into a handsome young man. I know you are so proud of all his accomplishments. He really had come so far. You will be in my prayers.

Love,

Sandra and Tommy Cubbedge

Petie and Veronica

September 28, 2005

Dear Mike and Debbie:

We are truly shocked and hurt for your loss. You both did so much for your son and know how much you both loved him. We want you to know that you are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers.

Our deepest sympathy;

Petie Rosenzweig and Veronica Chavez (Oceanfront Cottage)

Steve Gonto

September 28, 2005

Debbie,

My family and I all send our deepest, heartfelt condolences on your loss. I cannot begin to know what words or thoughts could bring the tiniest shred of comfort to you at this moment, but please know that we, who know and care about you, share in your grief and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you live through this loss. May you find the strength to keep going and to realize,in peace, that there are those still here and depending on you. You will never be alone, even in your suffering, since there are people who care for you and those who love and need you. Steve

Delores Page

September 28, 2005

Debbie,

We are all so shocked about what happened to Michael. He was just getting his life together. May you find peace in knowing that you were a wonderful mother to your son and never gave up on him. I don't know of anything in the world that would be more painful than to lose a child.

Know that you have friends that you can lean on and God will never fail you.

Take care and I pray that your heart will eliminate the bad and magnify the good and that you will find peace.

Love and hugs,

Delores

Kari Miller

September 28, 2005

Dear Kandace and Family,

My heart goes out to you and your family! Please know that I am thinking and praying about you and your family. God has a plan and a reason for everything!

Love,

Kari Miller

Linda Wayne

September 28, 2005

Debbie,

I have just heard of you loss and brought tears to my eyes. I know that no matter what I write or may say this is a deep loss of yours. I have a only child and I just can not phantom what you are feeling or going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you everyday here on out. Just remember to keep faith. My prayers are with you...

Fr. Demetrios (Jimmy) Carellas

September 28, 2005

Dear Sandra and family,

As a former classmate of yours (SHS '61) I send to you and your family my deepest sympathies at the tragic death of your grandson, Michael Timothy. May our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ comfort your wounded souls, and grant His great mercy to the soul of your beloved grandson.

In Christ,

+Fr. Demetrios (Jimmy) Carellas

Debbie Roberts

September 28, 2005

Debbie

My prayers go out to you and your family. Amy called me and told me about your son.I can't imagine what you are going through. Please know all of your friends are praying for you and your family to find the strength to get through this. God bless you and your family. Michael is in heaven now and he will allways be with you. He is your guardian angel now.

Your friend,

Debbie Roberts

from Knights of Columbus ex-co-worker

Jean Wiggins

September 28, 2005

Debbie,

I can't even begin to imagine how much pain your heart is in. I am so sorry for your loss, but I know that God has a purpose in everything and even though we don't understand and can even be angry about it, it's his love that will see us through. I am praying that he will wrap his loving arms around you and your family and ease the pain you are in. I know that Michael touched so many lives in such a positive way and that he will be missed by everyone. We all love you very much and please know that we are here for you. Call anytime.

All our love,

Jean, Ronnie, Allan and Bobby Wiggins

Patrea Talbert

September 28, 2005

Dear Debbie,

At this most difficult time for you and you're family,I just wanted to assure you that I am keeping all of you in my prayers. If there's anything I can do, please don't hesitate to ask. God Bless you and the entire family.

Sincerely,

Patrea

Jan Netherland Blackburn

September 28, 2005

Dear Douglas Family,

You do not know me but I share your pain. I am a family friend of Mandy and Bob Oswald. I know and understand the saddness that you are experiencing right now. The loss of a child is one of lifes difficult challenges. Learn to deal with this pain thru your faith, family and close friends. Continue to keep your son in your life everyday by talking about him and he will live in your life. My Prayers are with you and your family.

Lehman Kicklighter

September 28, 2005

Dear Debbie,

Sandra and Rolan have been my friends for over forty years, anything that impacts their lives affects us as well. God only knows why, he holds the answer to everything that happens in our lives. Ellen and I pray for you and for the hurt we know you must be feeling. May God Bless you and your family.

Pamela Bedgood Fisher

September 28, 2005

Debbie,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.May you find comfort and peace in God through these hard times.

penny douglas

September 28, 2005

Dear, Dear Mike,

For God so loved the world

that he gave his only begotten

Son, that whosoever believeth

in him should not perish but

have everlasting life.

John 3:16

Over 200 years ago a father and a mother watched as their son was crucified so that Michael could have eternal life. It is through our faith that we must believe this.

It is this very verse that gives us hope so that we can face tomorrow.

"REJOICE AND BE GLAD FOR MICHAEL'S IS THE KINGDOM OF GOD"

Your loving family,

Gary, Penny, Kevin, Kandace, Zach

Family and friends share the joy of Michael's graduation

September 28, 2005

Michael and his wonderful friends

September 28, 2005

Debi Lanier

September 28, 2005

Debbie:

I am so very sorry for the loss of your son Michael. As a Mother, I know some of the trials and tribulations we go through with our children but as you know, they are so worth it!

My heart aches for you and your family but remember this, God only picks the "special" ones to call home first and Michael is in a much better place. I will keep you in my prayers and ask that God give you the strength to go on with each passing day that will be most difficult. You are a great Mom and know that Michael always knew that. His love and his memories will be in your head forever and help you in the days ahead.

Much love to you,

Debi

Paula Cramer

September 28, 2005

Debbie - it is hard to believe this has happened. As a mother, we think if only we can get them to the next phase of life (baby, teenager, adulthood), the rest will all fall into place. We wonder why this happens and do not have answers. Just know he will always be your guardian angel and watch over you, his Mother.

Love Your Friends,

Paula & Jim

Allan Cason

September 28, 2005

Dear Debbie and family,

I call upon the angels to walk with you. In thought, prayer and deepest sympathy I extend my humble hand to your hand and join with you in the hand of God. He is with you. He will show you the way. You are never alone. As confusing and painful as this path will be, I know you will make it one step at a time. Your love for your son is that great. Hold tight my friend to the hand that is holding you. God's love is even greater. He will see you through. Somewhere along your path, a warm and familiar feeling, a sweet memory will genlty wrap it's arms around you. Peace will begin. Slowly, as the silence begins to fall you will know; as always and forever, you are loved.

Jody Henderson

September 27, 2005

Dear Debbie, I am so sorry about you and your family's loss. To lose someone who is so young....I cannot image the pain...I have enjoyed all the advice you have given me with my own son and I will be thinking of you daily. If there is anything you need, please let me know. May God give you the strength you need.

Bernie & Angie Foran

September 27, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with Michael's family.

Melanie Powell (Greenway)

September 27, 2005

Debbie,

You don't know me but I am a friend of your Mom, Sandra, I went to school with her. I know she was so proud of Michael. and he will be missed by all. I can't begin to imagine the pain. Just wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this terrible time.

Melanie (Greenway) Powell

David Kilduff

September 27, 2005

Dear Debbie, I wont even try to understand the depths of your pain. I will however pray to God each and every day that he finds ways to comfort you and your family. I will let you know that your unselfish love and loyalty towards your son did not go unnoticed. Working as hard as you did to provide a better life and comforts to Michael speak to the love and caring you have as a mother. Your mothering skills and parental insights are inspiring. God is with you. God is now caring for Michael as you did here on earth. You will meet again in Heaven. In the meantime your special Angel will care for you, look out for you, and be by your side. I will pray for you and ask for God's blessing on you and your family. Love Dave & Jessica

becky bolt

September 27, 2005

Dear Debbie,

I am a friend of Guerin Izzo and you called me several years ago when Michael went to PAYH. I am so sorry for your loss and I hope that somehow you will find the strength to survive this, just as you did when he first went away. My son also graduated from PAYH. I know that you are a strong person, if you ever need to talk I am there for you.

thinking of you and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers,

Becky Bolt

September 27, 2005

God Bless you all. Please remember the good times. You are in my prayers.

GA MOM

Brittany Kruise

September 27, 2005

Debbie and family,

I am so sorry to hear about this. I want to let you know that Michael was a GREAT person and an awesome friend. I' so glad i got to meet him about 4 years ago. He really was the sweetest person in the world. Once again I'm very sorry for your loss.

Emily Rich

September 27, 2005

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to your family. I suddenly lost my dad and I know how hard it is, but just know that better days will come. He will forever be with you. I will keep you in my prayers!

Emily Rich

William,Patti,Kathryn and Jack Autry

September 27, 2005

Dear Debbie, Mike, Mahoney and Douglas Family,

Our family spent much of Sunday mourning the loss of your precious son that we had the privelege and honor of watching grow up for a few short years. William and I recounted the fond memories of Michael like the times when William would go tow Michael in from the river after his jet-ski had run out of gas. Michael would say that he was having too much fun and the gas gauge got away from him!!!And this happened more than once!! My son Jack bought his first paint ball gun from Michael....He and Andrew needed play money so he started purging his closet! And there were all the times that he and Andrew would babysit so we could go out to dinner. Michael was such a character and always very polite. He was a wonderful young man and I hope that you will hold these few memories precious in your heart. My family prays for you and Michael is hard at work in heavan I am sure. This world will benefit from our newest angel,Michael. Listen for him and he will talk to you. We love you.

Lisa and Carey Harriott and Boys

September 27, 2005

Dear Debbie and Family,

Carey and I are so sorry for the loss of Michael. I know that there is nothing I can say that will help to ease the pain that you and your family are going through. I will keep you in my prayers.

Love, Lisa and Carey Harriott and Boys

Carla Rothman

September 27, 2005

Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Carla

K.C. Wilkey

September 27, 2005

I wish there was something I could say or do to help you through this tragity. Brooke, Heather, Janet, and I will always be here for you.

Your friend

K.C.

Jacob Rauers

September 27, 2005

Dear Mrs. Douglas,

I have known your son for a couple of years and I can truly say your son an incredible young man. He always knew how to make you laugh. And that smile, that unforgettable smile will always be burned in the memories of everyone he knew. God bless him and may God help you in these hard times.

Ann Cone

September 27, 2005

Debbie - Steve and I are so sorry to hear about Michael - I had just asked Holly about you and Michael this weekend so I was even more shocked when she called with the news. Please know you are in our thoughts and in our hearts during this difficult time. Take care of yourself.

Love, Ann & Steve Cone

Vicky Taylor

September 27, 2005

I would like to help you heal your broken heart but I know that is not possible. The love we have for our children is so deep it makes us part of them. I just want you to know I am thinking of you constantly and pray with you.

All my love ,

Vicky

Jamie Gallant

September 27, 2005

Dear Debbie:

I remember the many times you and I would talk about our sons and how your eyes would always brighten when speaking about Timothy. Know that his memories will be the light that shines on within your heart. I am here should you need a friend and please feel free to call me!

Dori Sessoms LeLoup

September 27, 2005

Dear Family-

I am sorry to hear of the loss of such a great guy. I see that Micheal has touched so many in such a short time. I had the pleasuer to meet him at Coastal Middle School. He was always a jokester.

To the Brothers and Sisters at colledge- you are all in our thoughts and prayers as well. School will not be the same with out him. May you all find strenght in God. If any of you need me you know where I am.

Coastal Middle School

School Reousrce Officer

Sharon Browning

September 27, 2005

Debbie, I remember us talking a couple of weeks ago about our children and how they bring such joy to our lives and the smiles that it brought to our faces. I know this is a difficult time but your son is in a better place and he is watching over us and taking care of us. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, and I am here for you.

Virginia Watson Hill

September 27, 2005

Dear Debbie & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of this senseless tragedy. Michael was just 2 yrs old when we walked our lunch all over downtown Sav'h sharing all kinds of joys & hardships. I know how much joy Michael brought to you & the Mahoney / Douglas family. I pray you will always feel that joy when you think of him. I pray God will ease your sorrow by flooding you with precious memories...your memories & those you hear about from others whose lives Michael touched.

I know it doesn't help much now, but hopefully in the days to come you'll feel the special love of family & friends all around you. I pray that love & God's grace will strenthen you & help you to regain your joy & your peace. Much Love now & always, Gini

Eve Black-Heyward... Co-Worker at MHUMC

September 27, 2005

Debbie,

We cannot begin to imagine the depth of your grief. I know how very much you loved Michael. How proud you were of his accomplishments. Over the past year, I have had the pleasure of chatting with you about our children. Gathering advice, laughing and praying over their every move... I will cherish those moments but more importantly, I pray that you will take comfort in the knowledge that your beautiful baby boy is and will always be with you...Inside the window of your heart. I pray for God's grace and mercy to comfort you and your family at this most difficult time. Please take some solace in the fact that your family at MHUMC grieves with you and yours. Go with God's Grace and know that we will hold you and yours close to our hearts and in all our prayers. May God grant you and your family the strength to endure all that this passage entails...I pray that HE keeps you all safely in his embrace and calms the waters of your souls at this difficult time.

Love,

Eve

Mallory Scott

September 27, 2005

Ms. Debbie,

I am thinking of you and Michael every minute of the day. I am going to miss sitting around at my house with Michael everyday laughing and having a great time. He was a wonderful and caring guy that always had a smile on his face no matter what the situation held. I am proud to say that Michael was one of my best friends and will always remain that way. There are not enough nice things that I can say about him. He will be missed dearly by his friends and family. Michael and his family will always remain in my prayers.

Love,

Mallory Scott

David Green

September 27, 2005

I am so sorry Debbie. I know words can not alieve your pain. Believe me It will get better. I am still recovering from the loss of my Dad.

I now have "more" better days than bad days. Keep the faith Connie and I offer or heart felt condolences.

Russell, Janet, Brent and Whitney Holley

September 27, 2005

Debbie,

We are deeply stricken with sorrow and grief over the loss of Michael. We loved Michael as if he was our own, and enjoyed all the time we spent with Michael over the years on and off the baseball field. I (Russell) think of those times in which Michael was pitching and the success and memories he provided is irreplaceable. Brent is deeply saddened and is making every effort to come home, from Texas. We love you very much and we miss all of the times in which we spent together as the boys grew up.

Love always the Holley's

Martha Buttimer

September 27, 2005

I will keep you and your family in my prayers

Shelley Morrison

September 27, 2005

Debbie and Sandra and Family,

We are all praying for you. Mom is too, I know it,

Love, Shelley

Lindsey Evans

September 27, 2005

Debbie,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. My heart goes out to you in your time of need. If you need anything at all you know just to call me.

Barbara Sheehan

September 27, 2005

Debbie, there are no words of comfort that are sufficient at a time like this. I am so sorry for the tragic loss of your son. Please know that I will be praying for you and your family at this very difficult time.

Kim Hahn

September 27, 2005

My dear friend Debbie & family: First off, I love you! I am deeply saddened of the loss of Michael. You have the biggest, loving, comforting heart that I have come in contact with! You and Michael have had joyous times and the struggles we all go through as parents. Debbie, this tragedy is such an enormous loss and vacancy that no single word or emotion can express. Please know in that big, loving heart of yours that you have tremendous support and love for you, Michael and your entire family. I pray for you & Michael and wish you peace. Call on us for anything at any hour.

Kim & Morgan Hahn

STEPHANIE WILSON

September 27, 2005

DEAR DEBBIE AND FAMILY,

YALL DONT KNOW ME, BUT I JUST WANTED TO SAY IAM SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. I DONT KNOW HOW IT FEELS TO LOOSE A SON BUT I DO KNOW HOW IT FEELS TO LOOSE SOMEONE YOU LOVE AND CARE ABOUT IT. GOD IS ALWAYS THERE FOR EVERYONE. IAM SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS.

TERI SCHNEIDER

September 27, 2005

Debbie

I wish I had the perfect words to describe how sorry I am about the loss of your son. There just aren't any. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. I'll see you tonight at church. Love Teri

Felicia Green

September 27, 2005

Ms. Debbie

I'AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOST of your Son AND I WANTS YOU TO KNOW THAT I 'AM PRAYING FOR YOU.

MARY BRYANT

September 27, 2005

Debbie

As a mother I can only imagine what you are going through. The bible says that God want put more on you than you are able to bear but right now that may not give much consolation. But as time goes on God will make the burden lighter. As you go through this season you can find a little peace in knowing"a loving God knows best". God bless and keep you is my prayer.

Chris Love, Memorial Health Co-worker

September 27, 2005

For Debbie and Family--Everyone in this Guestbook is your extended family who feels your pain and loss and who hurts along with you. I know Michael's heart and soul will be with you always even as they go to a better place. We'll be here to support you and to help keep his memory alive.

Julia Ragen

September 27, 2005

Debbie,

I am praying for you every second of every day. You know that I loved Michael like a brother, and the special bond I shared with him. He always offered me a shoulder to cry on. He will be missed dearly. He has touched so many hearts with that warm, beautiful, and welcoming smile. He has touched my own life tremendously. Andrew and I spent a wonderful day with him on saturday, and I am so glad I was there because we would not have had it any other way. I love Michael, and I will always be there for you. Thanks for letting me get to know your wonderfel son. Remember we are always here for you. I love you.

Martha Kral

September 27, 2005

Debbie, I am so sad for you. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know. My heartfelt sympathy goes to you, and I will be thinking of you and your son.

September 27, 2005

Debbie,

Lina and I are greatly saddened for your loss. In the weeks to come as things begin to slow down and you need anything or just someone to talk to please just ask Lina or myself. You are precious to us and we send you our prayers in this time of need.

Lina and Chris

Jeff Grooms

September 27, 2005

Debbie

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you during this time.

Sincerely

Jeff

Fran Barnette

September 27, 2005

My dear friend Debbie,

I cannot begin to try to understand what you are going through. My heart is so full of prayer and thoughts of you at this time.My words that I can offer you are simple, God sent Michael here, one of his most precious angels so that you would be one of the luckiest persons on earth. Though it was not enough time here with you we all feel, that it is only because he is needed at God's hand.

I love you so very much.

Fran

Charles and Susan Kunze

September 27, 2005

Dear Debbie, Roland and Sandra,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you.

The Fischers

September 27, 2005

Debbie,

We are so sorry for your loss. We cannot even begin to imagine your pain, just always remember you had a great kid, He had a joy about him that could bring laughter to any room. He had a way of cheering up my Lacey when she was in a bad mood with a silly joke they made up about "Wheat Thins" one of those you would of had to been there moments. We feel blessed to have had our special time with Michael through good and bad we would not trade it for anything! Always remember if there is anything that we can do to help we will always be here for you.

Our deepest sympathy,

Frank, Charlotte, Joseph & Lacey Fischer

Linda Hardin

September 26, 2005

Debbie,

I know as a mother of sons about that special bond we have with them. Know that my heart is breaking for you and my prayers are about you and Michael. Also, know that I will hold my memories of Michael growing up with Jackson very dearly. He was a young man with a bubbly personality and I will always remember him that way. If there is anything I can ever do for you or your family know that my family is yours and we will be there if needed. All our Love and Prayers, Linda, Keith and Jason Hardin, Jackson Robertson

Shannon Lambert

September 26, 2005

Debbie,

I was so deeply saddened to hear about Michael's passing. Use all of your great and loving memories of the two of you to keep you strong in this time of sorrow.You are a wonderful woman and a great mother. My prayers are with you always.

Shannon

Jackson Robertson

September 26, 2005

Ms. Debbie,

We all love you and miss Michael very much. I have already told you how much I miss him but I cannot stress it enough. I think about the times we played baseball together, the first time I went wakeboarding with him and Andrew, the countless times we spent the night at each others houses, and the hundreds of other memories I have of him. The only thing I wish is that I would have spent more time with him these past couple years. I always knew he was there and I cannot count how many times I would run into him randomly and think about him the next day. He was a great friend. I just knew he would always be there and I would run into him again but now everything is different. I just know that he is still with us all and he will be there until we see him again. We love you and your family very much and Michael was a great boy. You raised a fine young man and I'm very happy I can say he was a friend of mine. If you need anything you know you can count on me or any of my family. And again, we love you very much.

Patty Pierce

September 26, 2005

Debbie,

I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through. We've shared stories of the trials and tribulations, along with the joys of having a son, an only child, and a teenager. I hurt for you so badly. Please know that I am here for you whenever I can help. I am so sorry for the loss you and your family have suffered. I know how close your family is and that you will all be there to lift each other up as you struggle through this difficult time. The Lord obviously had a plan and a need for Michael, and I'm sure that he will fulfill that plan with the energy and enthusiasm that you have seen from in the last several years. He obviously was a fine young man. Please let me know how I can help, and don't hesitate to call me at any time. Love, Patty

Carl and Jo Ann Spofford

September 26, 2005

Dear Debbie,

Carl and I send our deepest sympathy. We are so sorry that we cannot attend the funeral. Just know that our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you.

In Christian Love,

Carl and Jo Ann

Tammy & Rick Campbell

September 26, 2005

Dear Debbie, Michael & Family, Please know that you are in our thoughts and in our prayers. At times like this there are no words that can help to ease your pain. We hope that knowing you are in the thoughts of so many brings you at least some confort. God has a way of helping us through times like this. Lean on him and he'll be there.

Morgan Mosley

September 26, 2005

Dear Mr.Douglas & Ms.Mahoney,

I am so sorry to hear about Michael. I went to school with him at Johnson and he will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Morgan

Susan and George Yawn

September 26, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time in your life. Our son, Patrick, is a student at UGA in Athens and knew Michael through a mutual friend. He is mourning the loss of a fellow student and friend.

May God's comfort be near to your broken hearts at this time.

Julie Schambach

September 26, 2005

Debbie, Mike and family,

We are so sorry for the loss of your son Michael. Please know that you are in our prayers and call us if we can do anything,

Love, David, Julie, Kent and Maggie

kathleen stapleton

September 26, 2005

Debbie, I was devastated to hear about Michael. He will always be one of my favorite students. His picture still sits in my window at school. When I'm having a bad day I walk over and look at his incredible smile. What a senseless loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sue Dewey-Bristow

September 26, 2005

Dearest Debbie and Family,

I have cried all day for you and your family and I cannot begin to imagine your grief and pain. Your were a wonderful mother and I know Michael has always been your bright and shining star as we have shared many stories of our boys over the years. Michael is in heaven now and as the song says, "Beyond the door there's peace I'm sure and I know there'll be no more tears in heaven".

Love and prayers.