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BORN
1944
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2011
Michele Kay Obituary
Kay - who died Feb. 16, 2001 morning, almost two years after being diagnosed with a brain tumor - cut a wide path through Austin as the American-Statesman's business editor from 1988-91, followed by stints as an editorial writer, Washington correspondent, state Capitol reporter and business columnist.
Memories and Condolences
for Michele Kay
15 Entries
Mae Stoll
February 20, 2011
Thank you Michele for touching my life as you did. You will always be in my heart.
Jena Heath
February 19, 2011
We loved Michele and we love her family. The rest, you know. Always, Jena, Clay, Caroline and Adrian
Maria Henson
February 18, 2011
To Robert and family, you have my deepest sympathy. Michele managed to embody a unique melange of qualities: chutzpah, tenacity, candor, insatiable curiosity, hospitality and tenderness. I am honored to have dined at her table and to have called her friend and adviser. The world mourns the loss of a woman who composed a life of full-out living.
nilda de la llata
February 17, 2011
The staff of El Sol Y La Luna wish to offer Mrs. Kay's family our sincere condolences. she had been a regular at our restaurant for many, many years.
she was very nice to all ...
Karen Trikilis
February 17, 2011
God Bless Michele and her loved ones. She is truly one of a kind.
Tarrytown Dental
February 17, 2011
The staff of Tarrytown Dental wishes to Robert and family, our deepest condolences to you. She was much admired and respected by us all.She will be deeply missed!
Joe Stafford
February 16, 2011
I thought the world of Michele. One of the most interesting women I've ever known, she was razor sharp, funny, insightful, well-read, well-traveled, a great friend and a great journalist. She was one-of-a-kind and will be deeply missed. My love and prayers to Robert and the rest of her family in this time of loss. She's in heaven now really grilling God about some of the finer details of creation. Godspeed, Michele.
Stephanie Jones
February 16, 2011
Condolences to the Austin-American Statesman family and Michele's family. Michele was top-notch all the way. I admired and respected her.
James HUFFINES
February 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Michele was a true friend for over 25 years and we all will miss her. She was one of the most capable journalist I have ever known and a professional at all times. We will always remember her devotion to her children and grandchildren. We are indeed fortunate to have shared time with Michelle .
Roxanne Evans
February 16, 2011
My deepest condolences to Michele's family. Her insightful analysis and international world view made her an asset when we were colleagues on the Statesman Editorial Board. Her wicked sense of humor made our time together even more memorable. She will be missed.
Michele Cook
February 16, 2011
My condolences to Michele's family. Michele always had a smile and kind words for her coworkers at the newspaper. I worked in a different dept, but always enjoyed talking to her and we shared the same first name and spelling (Michele with one l).
Scott & Ginger McGuire
February 16, 2011
We will always remember the love and joy that Michele brought to us. We will miss the wonderful conversations that we shared with you and Robert. Peace be with you.
Jackson Williams
February 16, 2011
I haven't seen Michele in some years, but I always enjoyed being in her orbit. Although we were on opposite sides of the political divide, she was such a whirlwind of words and ideas....she brought out the "A" game in others, for which we're all grateful. My condolences to her family and friends.
Ben Bentzin
February 16, 2011
Michele, you brought energy and a sense of humor to everything you did. Your keen eye for understanding and communicating the big picture benefited all who spent time with you and your writing. You will be missed.
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