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Michael Vance Obituary
Michael Robert Vance 56, born November 5, 1956 died Friday November 1, 2013. Michael was born in Norwalk CT, of Robert R. Vance Jr. And Nancy Falconer, who both predeceased him. After graduating from Cambridge School in Massachusetts he came to Ithaca and worked as a carpenter for more than 20 years, working as a Journeyman Carpenter for the Carpenters Union-Local 603 for 11 years. Michael returned to school at Tompkins Cortland Community College and received his A.A.S. in Graphic Design. He worked for the Thomas Group in Ithaca for about five years. Michael was a long time cancer survivor, a battle he fought heroically for more than 10 years. Michael volunteered at Loaves and Fishes, was an artist and loved to build things. Most of all Michael enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren who brought him great joy and comfort. Michael is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Vance and his children Tyler (Tyler) Thomas, Jonathan (Samantha) Vance, Dylan (Nora) Vance. He had three grandchildren he loved so much and another on the way. His sisters, Susan Vance, Holly Vance ( Rodney Thompson) and niece Corrinne Everhart. Cousins, Kathy (Bruce) Howlet, Jerry Feltus, Carl Feltus and many friends and admirers. Michael will be missed very much. A gathering of friends and family will meet Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at 1PM at the First Baptist Church, 309 N. Cayuga St. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cancer Resource Center of the Fingers Lakes- www.crcfl.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Vance
Joanne Taylor
September 26, 2020
I send my condolences to his family, I am praying for them. May the God of all comfort provide you with the strength to get you through this. He will be greatly missed
susie
January 28, 2014
Love you Michael. Miss you sooo much.
November 7, 2013
My condolences to the family.
May the God of all comfort provide you with the strength needed to cope with your loss.
Lynne Yost
November 7, 2013
Dear Liz and family,
I'm so sorry. I wish you strength and peace. I hope that memories of Michael will allow him to live on through you.
All the best,
Lynne
November 5, 2013
Liz, you and your family are in our thoughts. We are thinking of you all!
Love,
Nancy, Shawn, River and Skyler
November 5, 2013
Liz & family,
Our deepest condolences with the passing of Michael. We wish you solace & peace in the days ahead.
Your dear friends @ the Ithaca Bakery.
Shelly Marino
November 5, 2013
Dear Liz, I'm so sorry for your loss, and hope you may find comfort in the love of family and friends.
Lisa Sundquist
November 4, 2013
Dear Liz,
I am so truly sorry to hear that your husband passed on, especially at such a young age.
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Lisa Sundquist
Karen and John Friedeborn
November 4, 2013
Liz and family,
Please know that we are holding you in the light. May you find peace in your memories of the good times with Michael.
Alicia Errichiello
November 4, 2013
Dear Liz and Family, I am so sorry for your loss, Michael was a wondering caring person and friend.
(worked with Michael at The Thomas Group)
Peggy Kelly-Moorhoff
November 4, 2013
My deepest condolences to the entire Vance family.
Edward Kokkelenberg
November 4, 2013
Please accept my heartfelt condolences; I am sorry for Mike's family at this time of grief. Mike and I had chatted several times over the past six months at the breakfasts the Cancer resource Center held. I will miss those chats, but that loss is nothing compared to the loss his family now has. My sympathy goes out to them.
The Slatterys
November 4, 2013
As many of us here on Earth cried, Heaven danced the day you died.
May your mother hold you in her loving arms for all of eternity...
Rose Gaherty
November 4, 2013
To Dylan and family, my deepest sympathies.
Kathy Howlett
November 4, 2013
My strongest, fondest memories of Michael are that of playing together as children....catching fish in streams, running and laughing. My heart and love go out to all his family.
Jerry Feltus
November 4, 2013
May Michael rest in peace, his long ordeal ended, and may his closer family find some comfort in that ending, as I have. I am very fortunate to have known him.
J.R. Clairborne and Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
November 4, 2013
To Liz and family,
Please know you all will be in our prayers as we ask God to provide you continual comfort and strength. Cherish your memories of Mike and he will be with you always.
November 4, 2013
Michael you fought so gallantly for so many years. Rest in Peace . You will be remembered with love.
Terri Woodard
November 4, 2013
May you rest in peace.
Terri & Dave Woodard
November 4, 2013
Liz, Tyler, Jon, Dylan and Vance's,
Michael will be truly missed and loved. Here's hoping you are all able to find comfort in happy memories and know that he is at peace.
Rebecca DeWitt
November 4, 2013
Michael was a wonderful person. He possessed a quiet strength of character that made him a pleasure to know. We will miss him very much in the Chronic Pain Support and Wellness Group. My deepest condolences to his family.
Sharon Mcpherson
November 4, 2013
Liz and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know it's been a long battle... I hope you find comfort and peace in the coming days. Keep your chin up and hug each other...
Sue Mills
November 4, 2013
So sorry Susan. I will pray for you.
mary belous stein
November 4, 2013
I am pleased to have known Mike for many years.My wishes for peace extend to all of his family.
Robert Beggs
November 3, 2013
Michael lived gallantly in the midst of a most challenging ordeal. I admired his great character and courage. His family's memories will surely reflect much love and pride. I'm so grateful that I got to visit him in the not-to-distant past. Much love to Liz and their children, and sisters Susan and Holly.
Kathy and Bruce Howlett
November 3, 2013
To all the Vances: Our hearts are with you as you remember Michael. He was a shining light in my childhood days, and a warm and wonderful cousin over the years...
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