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Michael Hamel Obituary

Sgt. Michael R. Hamel, 42, of Colorado Springs, formerly of Fitchburg, died Tuesday, December 5, in Colorado Springs, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg is directing arrangements which are incomplete.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Dec. 13, 2006.

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Rebecca Major

December 28, 2006

to laura and adam... I am sorry about your dad.. And you can always count on me and uncle John for anything... we love you both very much... Aunt Becky...
Here is the poem I wrote for you..

A hand Picked Angel
I beleive that god above created you from his great love. For you life, god has a plan. But today he needs a helping hand.
He gathered the angels and saints to listen. and said " I am putting you on a special mission".
I need you to find me a soul I can count on... One who is loving caring and strong. I need this soul to help me watch over... a child of war who's daddy's a soldier. The heavens above were crazy that day, trying to find a soul made this way.. They found a man and agreed he'll do, he a military soldier brave and true..
And then an angel from the crowd flew up high and said out, .. "we can not pick this man, God is not going to like this plan.
He is the father of the child. we are tryig to comfort awhile.
God knew many hearts will be sad,
If he took this child only dad..
But the lord decided... To guide this child there could be no other then the love and compassion of their father.. His job as a soldier, he was the best, but a gaurdian angle will quite a test.
When time get hard, and there is pain you can't deny. Remember, be strong and hold your head up high..
Because your guardian angel looking over your sholder.
is your loving father who once was a soldier.

Sarah Stuart

December 28, 2006

Laura & Adam,
I want you to know that I'm here for you all. And even though you can't see your dad, his presence still lingers with you. I hope that you guys are o.k. and will call or e-mail if you need anything. I'm praying for you. Your cousin,

Laura Hamel

December 27, 2006

This entry is a little different since it is going out to my daddy.

Dad; Even though it may seem you aren't here right now, I know you are. (you are most likely watching me type this) I just want to tell you, even though it may seem like I might not see you, we will meet again some day, because that is how God will want us to live in Heaven.
~your "Baby Girl" , Laura =]

Eileen Bianchin

December 27, 2006

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Carolyn Hamel

December 27, 2006

Laura and Adam,
I prayed to God and asked him to help me find a way, to lift to sadness from your hearts, the day your Dad went away. God told me to remain strong and to let you both know. Your Dad loved you both so very much , more than anybody will ever know. Laura you will always be Daddy's (Baby Girl). And that no matter where you both are in life, your Dad will always be there with you both. I love you both so much! Mom...

MARY JACOBS AND FAMILY

December 26, 2006

LAURA AND ADAM HAMEL
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD OUR CONDLENCES TO YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW MAY YOUR HEART BE COMFORTED TODAY AND TOMORROW YOU'LL MISS HIS PRESENCE BEING THERE ALL AROUND BUT I CAN ASSURE YOU HE HAS MOVED TO BETTER GROUND HE CLOSED HIS EYES HERE ON EARTH BUT OPENED THEM TO HEAVEN WHERE THERE IS NEW BIRTH

Donna Hollows

December 24, 2006

Donna Brian and family,
We are just now learning about the loss of Mike.
We are deeply sorry that we could not have been there for you!
We sure do miss you all!
You are in our thoughts and Prayers! Love, The Hollows

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JAMES ARCHAMBAULT

December 20, 2006

LISA
YOU AND MIKE HAVE BEEN APART OF MY FAMILY FOR OVER 10 YEARS MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AFTER ALL THAT YOU HAVE BEEN THROUGH, KNOW THAT I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU, YOU WILL BOTH BE IN MY PRAYERS, MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO MEND YOU BROKEN HEART AND HEAL YOU WITH THE LOVE YOU DESERVE
YOUR BEST FRIEND
JAMES

MARK

December 20, 2006

LISA
YOU HAVE BEEN THROUGH ALOT IN ALL THE YEARS YOU HAVE BEEN WITH MICHAEL OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR LOVE ONES
LOVE
MARK & GARY

MICK

December 20, 2006

LISA
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AFTER ALL YOU HAVE BEEN THROUGH WE ARE HERE FOR YOU FOR ANYTHING YOU NEED.
MICK & BRANDON

PATTY M

December 20, 2006

LISA
WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND MY GOD GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO GO ON DAY TO DAY
LOVE ALWAYS
PATTY M

Anna (Albert) Presutti

December 19, 2006

Ronnie, Janet and Donna,
I was terribly saddened to hear of your loss. I can't truly find the words to express my heartfelt condolences to all of you. The memories I have of Michael are very fond ones. My Dad, Mary and Joan also send their thoughts and prayers to you and his children. We will see you in January at his service. You are in all of our prayers. God bless.
Fondly,
Anna(Albert)Presutti

Ann Brisson

December 18, 2006

Lisa, all I have to offer are my continued prayers, and my sincere sympathy. Love, Aunt Ann

Paul & Ann Marie Aiesi

December 17, 2006

Dear Ron & Janet: Even coming from a friend, condolences just don't seem to be enough. Luckily, and by the grace of God, we have not felt the loss of a child. We cannot express the feelings you must have at this time. We can only send our love and blessings, and can send our prayers to your family.
May God bless.
Your friends and family.

Dawn Witty

December 16, 2006

Lisa, Laura, Adam and Keith

I am so sorry for your lost

Lisa you know, you have been thru thick and thin with him but, he is with loved ones now and in a better place

I pray you all have the strength to make each and every day a brighter day

We all have our ups and downs and you know I am always here for you Lisa

AUDREY HUNT

December 15, 2006

DONNA,BRIAN AND FAMILY.
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. WE KNOW HOW IMPORTANT HE WAS TO YOU AND THAT THIS WILL BE A BIG VIOD FOR YOU. WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AND SENDING YOU OUR PRAYERS.
LOVE
DAVE,AUDREY,STEPHEN,EMILY AND AMANDA

Emil & Jean Adams

December 15, 2006

Dear Ronnie, Janet & Lisa;
No words can express how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Steve Jean Shannon

December 15, 2006

Donna Brian and Kids,We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.God Bless you All! Steve Jean Shannon and Family

Marie Dooling

December 15, 2006

Janet and Ronnie: I am so sorry for you loss.......my prayers are with you.

Pam McCarthy

December 14, 2006

Ron, Janet, Donna & Lisa,
Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. Although we had not been in touch with Mike for some time now, we were both so saddened by this news and share in your grief. Jim's parents, sister and brother would like you to know that their thoughts and prayers are with you as well. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this difficult time.

Jim & Pam McCarthy and Family

Phyllis Wright

December 13, 2006

Ron Janet Lisa so sorry I can't be there for you as I am on the road. My sincere condolence to all..Phyllis

Cindy Peters

December 13, 2006

Ron,Janet,Lisa,Donna,Brian and kids.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Randy,Cindy,Brandon and BreeAnn Peters

Joan Richard

December 13, 2006

Ron & Janet & Lisa , you have my sincerest condolences.Michaels loss is a hole in our hearts that will never be filled

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