While Michael was in his teens, he worked as a later and plasterer with his father, Les. He ejoyed working with his father in construction for many years and then ventured into the California Department of Corrections. He worked for 13 years in the California Department of Corrections, with an achievement of sergeant, before venturing on again into the construction field. Michael loved working with his hands and endeavored into the Lathers Union Local 68L for one month before his passing.

Michael has been a baseball coach in the City of Vacaville for eight years. He loved children and the ability to teach them. He was an avid hunter, ab/scuba diver and fisherman. He loved the outdoors and spent enjoyable time with his family and friends doing water sports and other outside activities.

Michael was raised in Benicia and graduated from Benicia High School in 1989. He has resided in Vacaville with his family since 1990.

Michael has touched the lives of everyone he came into contact with. He will definitely be missed by his entire family and many friends. Michael's "larger than life" legacy will continue through his four wonderful sons. He will also be remembered and loved. We love you Michael.

Michael is survived by his wife of 14 years, Shannon Due; sons, Michael Due Jr., Hayden Due, Darren Due and Devin Due; parents, Les and Bobbie Due; father and mother-in-law, Steve and Betty Olson; sisters, Lori Albrandt and Steffanie Taylor; brothers-in-law, Robert Taylor and Jeff Albrandt; grandparents, Helen Trinnaman and Adelaid Fisher; four nieces; four nephews; as well as many other friends and family.

A Michael Due Memorial fund has been set up at Golden 1 Bank, under the Due Children Trust.

Arrangements are under the direction of McCune Garden Chapel, 448-6546.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Reporter on Feb. 7, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Due

60 Entries

Isaiah Sanchez

February 23, 2007

Mike you were a nice and funny man. You were my coach in Pony and you did a great job of teaching me baseball. If I was down you would cheer me up. Im glad I was able to know you. I just want you to know that you will always be in my thoughts.

February 3, 2007

Mike, Son
This has been the hardest year I've had in my life. I miss all the fun times should be having. I will never the afternoon of the 2nd of Febuary when you come by the store and we talked about your new job and how much fun you were having. I was so proud of you for learning a new job and excelled the way you did.
You would be so proud of your sons. They are all very good ball players. Mikey is an excelent pitcher. You taught him well. Hayden too is a good pitcher and catcher. The twins are becoming very good players. I will help all of them as much as I can.
Michael, your mother and myself miss you and love you. But we know we will be with you again.
Your Dad

Brandon Mihelich

January 28, 2007

MIke,you were a great guy.I only got to know you for a couple of years but man the first time i had met you i could tell that you were a super nice guy. You tought me some of the game called baseball.and i will never forget the day we went to ihop and you drove up on the curb.Luckly nobody was walking there.cause if sobody was you would probably tell them to get out the way.Well mike i just want you to know that you are always in my thoughts.

Hayden due

January 5, 2007

Well Dad,
it has almost been a year since you have passed.I know you just had a birhtday a few months ago and i didn't wish you happy briithday so dad happy birthday.I love and always will and i know our with me weather im playing baseball or at school.I love being on the ball field because it reminds me of all the good times i had with you out there.Thanks for teaching me alot about baseball i will take all the knowledge you gave me and carry it on intill i cant any more ilove you dad.
yourson,
Hayden

Shannon Due

October 12, 2006

Michael,
As I sit here writing my thoughts down to you I have a heaviness in my heart. Today is our sixteen year anniversary that we worked so hard to achieve,yet so easy for somebody to rip away from us!
I know in my heart that you will be thinking as much about me as I will be thinking of you! I love you Michael! Happy anniversary!
Time does keep us apart right now but I know I will be with you again someday.
Your wife,
Shannon

SHANNON DUE

September 3, 2006

MY MICHAEL;

SEVEN MONTHS HAVE COME AND GONE NOW AND THAT SAYING THAT TIME GETS EASIER AS TIME GOES BY HAS OBVIOUSLY NEVER BEEN LOVED BY YOU!

THERE IS NEVER A DAY OR A MOMENT THAT GOES BY THAT I DON'T THINK OF YOU OR MISS YOU MORE AND MORE!

EVERYDAY I WAKE UP TO GO ON TO A NEW DAY IT REMINDS ME THAT NO MATTER WHAT TIME KEEPS GOING BY IT DOES NOT STAND STILL FOR ANYONE..NOT EVEN US!

I MISS YOU MICHAEL AND I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH OUR LIVES TOGETHER NO MATTER WHAT ROAD LIFE TAKES ME AND THE BOYS DOWN I CAME ALWAYS BE BLESSED BY WHAT YOU GAVE ME NOT JUST OUR FOUR BOYS BUT THE FEELING OF LOVE,AND RESPECT FOR EVERYTHING AND EVERYONE I HAVE IN MY LIFE!

TILL WE MEET AGAIN...

YOUR WIFE ALWAYS..SHANNON

I don't want to play golf. When I hit a ball, I want someone else to go chase it. ~Rogers Hornsby

March 16, 2006

Michael 11/18/70

March 16, 2006

March 15, 2006

8 yr. old Darren Due, 2006 Pony Opening Ceremony

March 12, 2006

Pony First Pitch

March 12, 2006

Pony Memorial Bench

March 12, 2006

Tracy Gomez

March 10, 2006

Shannon, I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am for your graet loss. We missed you very much at work, but hope the you and your family are getting along okay. I'm not one for saying the right thing at the right time, but I just wanted to let you know that myself and Leonard are here for you and your family.

Tracy

Kristie House

March 1, 2006

Shannon & Boys,

We are so sorry for the loss of Mike. We moved back to Vacaville not long ago and were just thinking of you guys. Zach had so much fun the year Mike managed the Major Giants. He was a great father and coach. He always made it fun for the boys. Again we are so sorry.

Todd,Kristie,Kaitlyn & Zach

Coach Mike

February 22, 2006

Betty Olson

February 21, 2006

Michael,we love you. I wish i would have said that to you all along. I miss you. We all miss you. God bless Michael and save us a space in heaven. Put in a good word or two for us.

Hayden Due

February 20, 2006

well my dad was the greatest! I never thought this day would come.But it did. And I think that I'm just not going to make it.

Hmm I remember when my friend spent the night and that morning we went to i-hop with his sister my aunt Stephanie and we were right by it to and he missed his turn so he drove up on the curb ha ha ha!!!!well dad I miss you alot I just think that it shouldn't of been you I mean there are many other people that ride over that bridge every day. Why was it you. .dad I love you so much I just don't under stand why it was you.Every body knows me as a big baseball player but thats not all who I am. I am my dads son Hayden Due!Dad I love you we all love you very much.Dad I will always miss you. Until we meet again dad.

Your son Hayden

Jamie Logue

February 19, 2006

When I think about Michael, I think about the smile he always had on his face. It will be hard to go to family activities without the joking and laughter from Michael.

Shannon,

I can't even imagine what it must be like for you and the boys. I wish I had the words to ease your pain. I hope our thoughts and prayers help, for the entire family as well.

Take care and speak of Michael often.

Jamie

Scott Logue

February 19, 2006

Mike,

So many thoughts and so many memories, I don't know where to start. So I guess I should start by saying that I will miss you greatly. I came to realize that you are a great husband, father, and friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Shannon,

Thank you for having me in your home, to be there in a time of grief. I enjoyed sitting back and listening to all of you sharing stories. Mike is a great man; one thing you should remember is that behind every great man stands a greater woman, and I know Mike would agree with me. Without your love and support, Mike couldn't have been the husband, father and man that he is.

We all know that Mike was called home to live in heaven, and for this we may not understand, but one thing we can be sure of is that he is helping to build the mansions that we are promised, if there is a lake in heaven he's in the water wake boarding, if there is vast lands, he is hunting, and he is most definately up there making everyone laugh.

Mike, we love and miss you and someday we will see you again, until then, keep them laughing, and keep smiling.

P.S.

Mike, when you enter the temples of heaven... check the Chinese throwing stars at the door!!!

I love and miss you,

Scott

Katelyne Taylor

February 17, 2006

uncle Michael

I miss you, I love you, I'll never forget you, I want you to know that my heart always has a spot for you that no one can fill.I'll always love you and nothing can ever change that.

Love,Katelyne

Matthew Taylor

February 17, 2006

Uncle Michael

We miss you and love you very much.

I will always remeber you takeing me out on your boat and getting me on the tube.

with lots of love, Matthew

Cori Herbert

February 14, 2006

Shannon and the Boys- My boys and I share in your loss and we are deeply sadden by the lost of Mike. At each practice and game, I don't think I ever saw the smile on his face leave. He truly received great joy from seeing the boys play ball. TJ was so appreciatative of the interest that Mike took in him and the time and effort he gave to help him improve his game. Mike, in short, was a great guy and he will be greatly missed. The world would benefit for more "Mike"s.

With our greatest sympathies,

Cori, Travis, Travis Jr. (TJ), Aaron, Brendan, and Katelynn

Aaron Evans

February 14, 2006

I remember umpiring for you. It was an honor to be there to call a game right down the middle for you. The thing I remember most is when ur son hit u right between the eyes when he was pitching. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care and god bless.

Curtis Core

February 14, 2006

Michael,

I will always remember you from the block(West Manor). I'll never forget how nice you were to Craig and I. Thanks for being a positive roll model for so many of us. Rest in peace Mike, see you at the gates.

Stephanie Madison

February 13, 2006

Dear Shannon, Bobbi, Les, Lori, and Steffanie:

I received this sad news today. I am very sorry for your loss, and I'm thinking of all of you. I was working with Lori when I lost my sister and it hurts me to think of your loss...how difficult it is to have that person gone from the family. I remember Mike would come into the gym to see Shannon, Lori, or Bobbi. I'll always remember him joking around and his big smile, his boys, and how happy you all were together. This is a hard time now. I'm glad you have each other.

I'm keeping you in my thoughts and praying for your strength.

Stephanie Madison

Stacie Marshall

February 11, 2006

To Michael's family:

I can't find the words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I hope that you may find comfort in your memories. May the Lord comfort you at this sad time.

Shannon Due

February 11, 2006

My Michael;

Words cannot explain how I feel or will ever feel again.You are my soul mate my best friend and I will always love you with everything that I have!You made me a better person and you made me a complete person. I will always have a whole in my heart and my soul for you.I am trying hard to be strong but I am so lost without you! Oh god Michael I love you so much! I will raise your boys in the memory of you! They are you!although I can't hear you laugh anymore or feel your heart beat with mine I know how much you love me and the boys.We will always love you Michael..always!

I will be with you again! Ilove you!

Your wife forever Shannon

Rodney Mc Lemore

February 11, 2006

To the Due Family

I met Mike while working at DVI. Mike worked for me as my Program II Sergeants. Mike was a real stand up guy who I really respected Immensely. I shall truly miss him, as do the times we spent working together. Shannon, I'am truly sorry for your lose. I know what you meant to Mike, and how much he loved you and the boys. Shannon may god bless you and your family, and free your hearts of sorrow.

Liz Newcomb

February 10, 2006

Dear Bobbie & Les,

You have my deepest condolences. My heart and prayers are with you and your family.

Jr.'s first Rooster

February 10, 2006

Mark Christianson

February 10, 2006

Mike was the best man I ever met, and the best friend I ever had. I will always remember and miss Mike especially when I hike the hills of Knoxville and OLd County Road 40, wade out to the blinds at Goodyear slough, go shooting at the Yolo sportmans Association, hunt Lake Shasta or Hastings Island, but I will miss him the most when I go watch one of his fine sons play ball!

Dick Wilkinson

February 10, 2006

To the family of Mike Due,

We did not know Mike personally, we only knew him through stories from his Father- in- law Steve. Through these stories we felt as though we knew him. He was a devoted Father and Husband and an asset to the community through his work with the young people. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our deepest sympathy to all.

Dick and Vi Wilkinson

Kristie Miles

February 9, 2006

Les and Bobbie,

I am so sorry to here about your loss!! I wish we could be there to give you support. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers!! We love you very much.

Kristie Miles (Robertson)

Lyn and Tammy Trinnaman

February 9, 2006

Michael,

We will miss you so much. Your sense of humor, your zest for life, and your kindness are a large part of your legacy. Anyone who knew you will never forget you. The poet Wordsworth said, "...trailing clouds of glory do we come from God, who is our home..." You have gone home to our Heavenly Father who loves you very much, just as we do and ever will. See ya' later Michael. Love Uncle Lyn and Aunt Tammy.

Al & Linda Albrandt

February 9, 2006

Dear Shannon and boys, Bobbie and Les, Lori and Steffanie, Jeff and Rob. We wish we had the right words to say to make things better. We don't know what it's like to lose a husband, father, son and brother who was so young. We know how empty your hearts must feel right now. We were fortunate to be with Michael and his beautiful family a few times when we visited Jeff and Lori. We saw his neat personality and warm heart. We will miss him, too. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We talk to Jeff and Lori daily and admire them for being there to love and support Shannon and the boys and other family members. Linda and I regret that we are unable to be with you at this time of need but we hope to see you soon. We send our love and deepest sympathy. We love you all so very much!

Amanda LeMasters

February 9, 2006

Shannon & family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I am just speachless. All I can say is, "why"? I love you Shannon, you & your family are in my prayers. May Michael rest in complete peace.

-Amanda

Tyler Albrandt

February 9, 2006

I really don't know what to say yet, except that Uncle mike was a great person, uncle and espessially father. I'm going to miss him very much yet my mourning is truely for my aunt and my cousins. I will be there always for you.

Carla, Daniel, Tabitha & Daniel Jr. Bell (Dick & Evelyn Anderson's youngest)

February 8, 2006

Leslie, Bobbie & all,

I am so sorry to have read about your profound loss.

May the Lord give you all strength, comfort and peace through this tribulation.

I wish I would have had a chance to meet Mike, other than when he was a baby; however, through this my son, Daniel, has found that his friend at school, Mikey, is actually a forth cousin.

May God bless you all.

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Jennifer, Paul, Sophie and Jack Matthews

February 8, 2006

Dear Shannon, Michael Jr., Hayden, Darren, Devin, Les, Bobbi, Lori, Steffanie, Jeff, Rob, and family:

We are so sorry for the loss of Michael. We knew Michael through the Albrandt family and remember him for his gregarious nature and wonderful sense of fun and adventure. He had our deepest respect as a father, husband, sibling and son. His undeniable spirit will live on through your memories, love for him, and love for each other. Our hearts are with you during this very difficult time, you are in our thoughts and prayers. He will truly be missed.

With all our love,

The Matthews Family

vikki baffa

February 8, 2006

the boys and I have said many prayers for your family...we had so much fun last season playing ball and getting to know you family...I will see that smile and hear that laugh for a lifetime.

Vikki, Anthony and Alexio Baffa

Charlene & Lee Trinnaman

February 8, 2006

We love you very much. We will miss your loving smile and your great sense of humor. We will miss you and you will always be in our hearts. Les, Bobbie, Lori, Stephanie and Shannon and families, we love all of you.

February 8, 2006

To the whole Due Family,

We would like to send our heartfelt sympathy. We hope you all find comfort in one another and your days become easier for you. Keep Michael's spirit alive with your memories and stories of him and he'll always be with you. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.

May God bless your family with comfort and love.

Debbie Mays-Moretti & Family

Nancy Mastoras

February 8, 2006

Shannon, Michael Jr., Hayden, Darren, Devin, Bobbie and Les - At a time like this there are no words to help ease the pain you are feeling. I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike at DVI in Tracy. He was my supervisor. A good one at that. He was a very enthusiastic character. I got a kick out of him. He made me laugh. I feel priveledged and honored to have known him. Once again I am so very sorry for your loss. With all my heart, Nancy

Darren Young

February 7, 2006

It is with great sadness and sorrow that we learned of your passing. Although we have not seen you for some time, you have remained in our thoughts. The memories of growing up together will always be remembered with such fondness. It was a pleasure growing up with you Mike!

Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with your family. We sincerely hope that the fond memories and good times will lend you comfort during this time of sorrow.

Rest in Peace Mike; you will be missed!

Darren Young and Family

Steve Nipper

February 7, 2006

The Due Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, may our Lord comfort everyone.

We knew Mike as "Coach Mike" what a wonderful person who loved his boys

and loved teaching baseball to other

boys as well . We will always remember your smile and laughter.

God bless ,

Steve,Cathy,Sarah,and William Nipper

Chris Sutterley

February 7, 2006

I am so sorry to read of Mikes passing. I knew the Due family way back when we were all living on Buena Vista in Benicia. Mike was a fun loving kid and fun to have around. I am shocked. I wish all the family the best.

Tami & Anthony Schabert

February 7, 2006

Shannon & Boys....

We are greatly sorry to hear of your loss. Mike was a great coach and we will surely miss seeing him around town and on the field. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cynthia Glew--Due

February 7, 2006

Mike, to all of your family, your Wife, four Boys, Dad & Mom and Both Sisters and there families; I cannot express how sorry i am for your loss, I had not seen mike for some time but the man i remember was a very good man and will be missed by everyone. my condolences to you all. god bless

Morgan Gainor

February 7, 2006

Michael will be remembered by us as a great dad who always had a big smile on his face! He was always fun to be around! We will miss him, and our prayers and thoughts are with Shannon and their boys. We love you!

Mark and Morgan

Ernie and Carolyn Taylor

February 7, 2006

We were very proud to have been a part of your family, and to have had you as a part of our family. We will miss you terribly, but are comforted in the knowledge that God is taking care of you. You will always be in our hearts and on our minds. Rest peacefully michael.

The Clary Family - Stu, Kim, Gordie and Tom

February 7, 2006

We're very sorry for your loss.

John & Bambi Bryant

February 7, 2006

We continue to pray for all of you in this difficult time. Michael, thank you for allowing us the wonderful opportunity to share your life, all of your wonderful stories and teaching us such compassion for the world.

Rob & Steffanie Taylor

February 7, 2006

Mike -

You are our "beloved" brother. Your smile, your wit, and your zest for life profoundly affected us all. We could never have imagined what our lives might be like without you in it. But now that the LORD has called you to a higher purpose, we can't help but to feel how lucky he is to be receiving a profoundly remarkeable soul: One full of compassion and life. We miss you, we love you, and we will always remember you and carry you in our hearts and minds. You have physically left us, but you will never leave us in spirit.

MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS! WE LOVE YOU BROTHER!

Mike Conrad

February 7, 2006

Mike truly was a great guy, friend, coach and dad. He will be missed by everyone fortunate enough to have met him. He was a great Little League coach, always placing the kids first. The deepest condolences to the Due family.

Les & Bobbie Due

February 7, 2006

Michael,

We love you and will miss you very much.Your memories will be in our hearts forever.

Dad & Mom

Matthew Murray

February 7, 2006

My condolences on your loss.

Michael Dau

February 7, 2006

I only know Mike for a short time. But he make a big impact on me. He was a great man. Sorry for your lose.

Nancy Core

February 7, 2006

Les and Bobbie, and Lori and Steffanie, my deepest sympathy to you for losing Michael. I will always remember him with the big smile in the West Manor "hood".

God Bless all of you in this most difficult time.

Belinda DaSilva

February 7, 2006

My deepest Sympothy to the Family for the loss of such a Great and Loved Person.

McCune Garden Chapel Funeral Home

February 6, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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