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Michael Brewer Obituary
SOUTH BEND - Michael J. Brewer, 57, died suddenly on Monday morning, June 18, in his residence. Michael was born November 26, 1949, in Muncie, IN, to Wilbur and Pauline (Groves) Brewer. On June 21, 1978, in Reno, Nevada, he married Catherine (Orr), who survives. Also surviving are his mother, Pauline Brewer of South Bend; two daughters, Hope (Chad) Brewer of Bakersfield, CA, and Michelle T. (Erik) Wiitanen of Seattle, WA; sons, Wayne (Cythel) Brewer of Phoenix, AZ, and Sgt. Daniel (Rochelle) Brewer of Seattle, WA, who is now serving his country in Afghanistan. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilbur Brewer, who passed away on October 21, 1986. Michael retired from F.E.M.A., and most recently was working for the Sherwin-Williams Paint Store on Nimtz Pkwy. as a salesman. He was a 1968 graduate of Washington High School, and was in the Air Force National Guard, having served in Turkey and the Philippines. Michael enjoyed building computers, loved talking to everyone he met, never meeting a stranger, and playing euchre with his many friends. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. There will be no visitation or services. Cremation will take place at Welsheimer Crematory. Family and friends may leave e-mail condolences at [email protected].
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Memories and Condolences
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Candice Stoner-Engle
June 21, 2007
My Dearest Polly,
Heartfelt sympathies are sent to you, to Cathy, and to your family. How sorry I was when I found that Mike had passed away. He was such a delightful person and I can only imagine what a difficult time this is for all of you. Please know there are many people thinking about you and hoping for your comfort.
I am sending affectionate hugs your way.
Love, Candice Stoner Engle
Jennifer Hiatt
June 21, 2007
Aunt Pauline and family,
My sincerest sympathy to your whole family during this difficult time.
Much love to you all,
Jennifer Hiatt (Rose's youngest granddaughter)
Sandra (Woods) Duncan
June 21, 2007
Dear Pauline and Cathy,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, and husband. Although, it has been many years since I have seen any of you,Ilaine has kept me updated, including pictures of your family. I regret I am now farther than Indiana at this time of your loss! It is wonderful to read what a wonderful man Michael was and how he loved everyone!
God be with you,and give you strength!
Vicky Shelpman
June 20, 2007
Aunt Pauline; Cathy & family
Our thoughts are with all of you. There are no words to express however we express to you our very sincerest sympathy. Rosie, Vicky and Chuck Hiatt
Royal Church
June 20, 2007
Dear Pauline and Cathy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and his smile will be greatly missed.
Royal
Rhonda Keck
June 20, 2007
Mike and his smile will be terribly missed. With my deepest sympathy.
Phyllis Gowin
June 20, 2007
Dear Pauline,
I am so sorry to hear about Mike. This is a sad time for our family. My prayers and thought are with you during this very difficult time.
Love you, Phyllis
Linda Brookshire
June 20, 2007
Cathy, I am so very sorry for your losing Mike. I know how much help he has been for those needing help with computers. I also know how hard a loss this is. Please know that there are many praying for you and for the whole family.
Pam Wills
June 20, 2007
So terribly sorry to hear of your loss! May God be a comfort to you doing this most difficult time.
Denise Jansen
June 20, 2007
Dear Pauline & Catherine,
With GREAT heartfelt sympathy on your tragic loss of Mike. He was such a nice guy and a wonderful neighbor and will be missed greatly by all who knew him. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this especially difficult time. If there is ANYTHING we can do please let me know.
Love,
Denise & Judy Jansen
4436 Huron Circle
Jon Saxton
June 20, 2007
Mike,
Was a good friend to all the people he encountered and will be severely missed. I will miss his sence of laughter the most.
Jon
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