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Michael Esterline Obituary
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ESTERLINE, Michael Kevin "Mike died Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 6:50 p.m. at Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born February 16, 1954 in Springfield, the son of John and Carel (Jung) Esterline. He was a 1972 graduate of Shawnee High School and the Clark County JVS auto mechanics program. He was employed at Honda of America Manufacturing for the last 22 years. Prior to that, he worked for KarGard/Tuffy for many years as an auto mechanic. Mike was an avid motorsports enthusiast. He was a mechanic on a drag racing team in his younger days, and he enjoyed going to the races, swap meets and car shows with family. He also enjoyed family trips, bonfires and pets. Mike was a loving husband to his wife of 32 years, Gloria. He was a protecting father to his daughters Christy Esterline (Jeff Dean) and Lisa Esterline (Nick Myers). He is also survived by his mother; brother, Ron Esterline; sisters, Vicki (Steve) Fourman and Lynn (Jim) Gildow; sister-in-law Debbie Esterline; brothers-in-law Greg (Tammy) Teets and Gary Teets; eight nieces and nephews; and 15 great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and his in-laws, Bob and Doris Teets. Visitation will be from 1-4 p.m. Sunday (today) in CONROY FUNERAL HOME. His funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday in the funeral home led by family friend Karalee Lawrence. Burial will be in Ferncliff Cemetery. In honor of Mike's love for his pets and "grand" pets, please make memorial contributions to the Animal Welfare League.
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Carolyn Tackett
July 8, 2011
Gloria and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know your loved one will be missed, but your memories will keep him close. You all are in my prayers.
Carolyn
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Lisa E
July 3, 2011
Be proud dad - the washer drain was clogged and I got the eel and the bladder out and fixed it for mom!!! :o) Miss you!!
Rikki Grimes
June 27, 2011
Our deepest sympathys to your family. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. ~Leatherneck Landscaping, Chris & Rikki Grimes
Bob Hazlett
June 27, 2011
Growing up down the street from the Esterline's, I spent a lot of time around Mike, Gloria, Christy and Lisa. I can remember hitting wiffle balls in their backyard while Mike tinkered in the garage working on cars. He was always a warm, welcoming and caring husband and father.
My heart goes out to his family and friends. Mike will be missed. My deepest sympathy.
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Bobbie Sin
June 27, 2011
Vicki & Family-
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your brother. May you find comfort in the many memories you shared together.
Bobbie Sin
Heather Current
June 27, 2011
Lisa, Extremely sorry to hear of the loss of your daddy. The loss of a father/dad is so hard. Rely on the memories and of the things your dad taught you. Right now you don't understand, but be comforted that he is with Jesus and your grandpa at home. For this is not our home, but just a temporary place. Our forever home is with Jesus in Heaven. I will be praying for you, as this is a difficult time. In the years to come the tears and saddenss will become less and you will be able to speak of him with joy and laughter. Look forward to the day when you are reunited, but always remember he is right beside you always and in your heart. Much LOVE and Peace to you,
June 27, 2011
Gloria,
My sympathy and prayers for you and your family in the loss of your husband. May you feel God's peace as you celebrate Mike's life.
Connie (Roland) Cox
Camie Sanders
June 27, 2011
I am very sorry to hear of your loss.
The Gilbreath Family
June 27, 2011
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with,during this time or sorrow,BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO MOURN,FOR THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED
Linda Conner-Zaweski
June 27, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
June 27, 2011
Lisa,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I will be thinking of you and praying for you in your time of sadness.
Lani Atkins
Pam Shaffer
June 26, 2011
I worked with Mike for 12yrs on sealer line2 at Honda...My prayers go out to you and your family...He was a Great guy,..He will trully be missed! Pam Shaffer ( Prospect,Ohio)
Heidi Boles, LMT
June 26, 2011
To the family: I was so shocked to hear the news. You have my sincere sympathy. I got the priviledge of meeting Mike a few years ago, he was always interesting, we talked about cars a lot! He always spoke very highly of his family, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emma Shope
June 26, 2011
My prayers go out to your family. Mike was a co-worker but also a friend. He will be sadly missed
janet Huffman
June 26, 2011
To the family of Mike: I worked with Mike at Honda,but retired 2 1/2 years ago. So sorry about your loss. He was a really good guy and talked to me about you alot.You are in my prayers. Janet Huffman
Steve Teets
June 26, 2011
Gloria, Christy and Lisa: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We love you all very much.
Love, Steve & Cathy
Faith Foster
June 26, 2011
Christy, Lisa and Gloria:
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I pray for God's comfort and nearness to you especially during this time.
Linda Dunfee
June 26, 2011
Gloria and Family: I am so sorry to hear the loss of your loved one. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Anita Tabbutt
June 26, 2011
Christy, my prayer for you is to soften your pain of loss and fill you with happy thoughts of you & your Dad & family together. Share those thoughts with everyone and you will bring him closer to you each time.
Anita Tabbutt
June 26, 2011
Gloria,Christy and Lisa we are so sorry to hear about your loss,you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Even though time has kept us apart., we will always remember the fun we had together. May God be with you at this time. Sincerely, Teresa Dunsmore (Schmitt) and Jack ,Mandy(Schmitt),Hunter and Braidy Preston
June 26, 2011
Gloria, Christy and Lisa,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Although we didn't know Mike personally from what I've read here he seemed like a great guy who I'm sure will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Ann and Dick Brenneman
Brooke Cosby
June 26, 2011
Lisa, my prayers go out to you and your family. I pray that God will give you and your family strength and endurance . God Bless!
Betsy Gullett
June 26, 2011
Gloria Christy and Lisa
I am sorry so to her about Mike he was great person and great neighbor. He was doing always doing something in the yard. he will be sadley miss
Betsy & Joe
Christina Clayborne
June 26, 2011
Lisa, Christy, Gloria and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be deeply missed by many. With every story ever told about him there were always smiles and laughs to go with it. I will be thinking of you all during this difficult time and hope you find comfort and peace to get you through.
Melissa Boltz-Brown
June 26, 2011
To the Esterline Family:
My father (Tim Boltz) worked with Mike at KarGard and at Honda. My father said Mike was the best guy you could ever meet. He would do anything for anyone and was a very caring person. Your family will be in our prayers and we are sorry for your loss.
Lynn Ray
June 26, 2011
I worked with Mike for many many years. He was always positive and always had a funny joke or story to tell. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all.
Jason Allison
June 26, 2011
Lisa, I am sorry for you and your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Kristy Aliff-Wiles
June 26, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you!! He was a wonderful man always putting a smile on someones face!! He will be truly missed
Diane Vanover
June 26, 2011
So sorry for your loss Vicki, my thoughts are with you at this time. Diane McCoy Vanover
Nikki Betts-Mathews
June 26, 2011
Gloria, Christy, and Lisa,
Words cannot express the sadness that I feel for you. Michael was a terrific man. He will be missed. If there is anything that we can do, just let us know. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Daddy and I in Bowling Green, KY at Beech Bend RaceWay, Father's Day, 2009.
Lisa Pete
June 26, 2011
Oh Daddy, I don't even know where to begin. You taught me everything I could have ever needed to know to survive on my own. I can't believe you are gone. Elly keeps walking around the house in circles and Maizey went crazy smelling the boxes of pics I brought home with me, she thought you were in the Nike box. How do you make a pet, or anyone understand a human is gone, when you don't even understand? I know you only had daughters, but I tried to be as much of a son to you that I could. I will miss the IndyCar Race this August and all of the times we spent in the garage. Don't worry, we'll take care of mom. You give love to Grandpa Bob and Jack, Grandma Teets, and PT and Connie. I LOVE YOU!!!
Christy Hilleary
June 25, 2011
Gloria, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband. I will be thinking of you and your family in this difficult time. My prayers are with you also.
Andy Stathopoulos
June 25, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss..
Andy Stathopoulos MTFD
Gwendolyn Gunckel
June 25, 2011
Uncle Mike, you will be missed dearly!!! May you rest in peace with our Lord and Grandpa Jack. Aunt Gloria, Christy & Lisa, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you very much!
Dad and I - In our matching drag shirts (we got to sit in the top fuel drag), Bowling Green, KY 2009
Lisa Pete
June 25, 2011
Oh Daddy, I don't even know where to begin. You taught me everything I could have ever needed to know to survive on my own. I can't believe you are gone. Elly keeps walking around the house in circles and Maizey went crazy smelling the boxes of pics I brought home with me, she thought you were in the Nike box. How do you make a pet, or anyone understand a human is gone, when you don't even understand? I know you only had daughters, but I tried to be as much of a son to you that I could. I will miss the IndyCar Race this August and all of the times we spent in the garage. Don't worry, we'll take care of mom. You give love to Grandpa Bob and Jack, Grandma Teets, and PT and Connie. I LOVE YOU!!!
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