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Michael Cartmell Obituary

Cartmell, Michael "Mick"

Passed away in Ithaca, NY on February 5, 2014, age 60. Mourned by his sons Sam Cartmell and Finn Jazzbo Cartmell and by his partner Sandra Kelley. Filmmaker, Photographer, Craftsman, Writer, Chef, Wine-lover, Musician, Baseball Fan. Brother of Deborah Cartmell (Ian Bradley), uncle of Hester and Jake Bradley. Predeceased by parents, Roy Cartmell and Jayne Cartmell (nee Chilman). Also deeply saddened by Mike's death is a wide circle of friends who will miss his sharp intellect, encyclopedic knowledge, hilarious mimicry, sardonic humour, brilliant cooking, emotional support in times of need, intense conversation, gruff disposition, eclectic taste. Special thanks to the staff of the Cayuga Medical Center Oncology Unit for their compassionate care. Donations in Mike's name may be directed to the Canadian Filmmakers Distribution Centre (cfmdc.org).

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Published by Ithaca Journal on Feb. 13, 2014.

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Anne McGrail

February 15, 2014

My deepest condolences to Sam and Jazzbo and to all who knew and loved Mike. He was a man who did nothing by halves. I'm glad I knew him.

Mike Allcott

February 14, 2014

Heartfelt condolences to Sam, Jazzbo, and Sandy. He meant a great deal to me and I'm very, very sorry for the loss.

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