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for Michael O'Riordan
Kat D
April 7, 2018
in honor of my Uncle Michael Robert O'Riordan
Love your neice Kate
April 7, 2018
In honor of my uncle Michael Robert O'Riordan
Kat D
April 7, 2018
I miss my uncle who always had a smile on his face. I'll remember him for the rest of my life. He was very funny and intelligent and kind. may he keep resting in peace.
Holly O'Riordan
September 24, 2017
To my husband of 26 years...you blessed us with your love and generosity. We raised such outstanding children who were given every educational opportunity to become the adults they are today. I am proud enough for both of us as I watch them carry on with strength, joy, and grace. I am sorry you missed experiencing them as adults with their own families. We honor the best times we all shared as The Fun Family. Aloha nui loa, Holly
betts cruz
September 24, 2014
So sorry to hear this news, Michael helped my folks so much...The Black Family
Katelyn O'Riordan
June 18, 2014
I miss you every second of every day. I know you are watching over me, listening to Eric Clapton with a big smile on your face, and cheering me on as I continue to walk through life. I love you, I carry your heart in my heart.
your daughter, Katelyn
June 17, 2014
Michael was always pleasant and had a great smile.
What a nice man and a great person
Elmo
summer just won't be the same...
Carmen O'Riordan
June 10, 2014
Barb and Jake Bomerin
May 4, 2014
Dearest Anita, We are so sorry for your loss. Michael always had a kind word and a wonderful bright smile. He was a pleasure to serve coffee to on gray winter mornings. He was sunshine. Lovingly, Jake and Barb
Nancy Curtis-Kenney
April 27, 2014
"You can take the boy out of Fall River but you can't take Fall River out of the boy!"
Michael always returned to see old friends and family. Our visits to his "vacation" home and dinner at The Venus DeMilo were always on the agenda when he returned "home".
The O'Riordans have "NEVER" forgotten their Fall River connection.
We all remember the good times our families shared and hold those memories close to our heart.
Although you were gone from Fall River for many years we could always count on "your smile" to show up on Maple St. at some point during your visit back.
We will treasure all the happy memories of you Michael and will miss you forever.
Our sympathy to all of you.....
With Love,Nancy, Brad and Corkey Curtis
Karen Nestor
April 26, 2014
A song
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwS7_3OuFwkfrom your sister.
Ed Johnston
April 26, 2014
We only met Michael briefly when we visited San Diego, but he so wanted to help us on our trip to the US. He was a generous, kind man who will be sadly missed by all who loved and knew him. Our sincere condolences to the whole O'Riordan Clan. He was taken too soon, but be assured he is in Heaven.
Love to you all from David and Ed Johnston and the girls.We are thinking of you all at this sad time.
With my brother, Michael in Bray, Ireland
Sean O'Riordan
April 25, 2014
I was not able to attend and wrote one of the Eulogies which was read by my brother, Brian.
Dearest Family I am sorry I am not able to be with you during this saddest of times, but family medical issues require I stay with my wife and children. Know that wherever you are we are always together for I
hold each of you dear in my heart.
Friends, thank you for your loving support for our family as we lay another of our brothers to rest. It is a difficult task though part of life that we all experience and endure.
As Joseph Campbell says:
“Participate joyfully in the sorrows of the world. We cannot cure the world of sorrows, but we can choose to live in joy.'
Even at the worst of times we must enthusiastically participate, how else could we know we were alive?
Michael and I were at odds as often as we weren't. It was the nature of our relationship throughout our lives, the one constant he and I could rely on was our inconsistency. As the Turks say ‘Shurla Burla',
which means ‘like this, like that'. You never know what is going to happen.
The Michael I choose to remember is the brash young man who went to Killington, Vermont to become a ski instructor. The one they called ‘Flash'. I know…. But it was the 70s.
My Father did not approve of the idea and felt Michael should go straight to college. If you knew Michael, telling him to do anything would just garner the opposite reaction.
So, off to Vermont it was. I remember my father telling me the story of when he first visited Michael in Killington. Michael was a Ski instructor and Dad went up for a weekend visit from Fall River. Dad and
Michael were getting onto the chairlift, the lift operator smoothly guided the chair and up they went to the top of Killington.
Michael said, ‘See that lift operator?'
Dad replied, ‘Yeah.'
‘College Graduate…..I make triple what he does.' The college argument had been put to rest.
The Michael I choose to remember was the one who arrived in San Diego where much of my Mother's side of the family emigrated to from Scotland after World War II. He then met Holly, I'll admit as a 10
year old I kind of had a crush on her, and they married.
They had two beautiful children, Andrew and Katelyn. While I am biased as Uncle, many of you who know my niece and nephew realize that they are two of the finest people you are ever likely to meet and my heart breaks for them as they lay their father to rest.
The Michael I choose to remember, was the soccer coach. He was the T-ball coach. Their house was always teaming with friends and their children. He was taking his family to the beach, the mountain,
Hawaii, Ireland and places beyond. He gave his children the best gift a Father could. He gave them himself. Speaking as a Father, what more could we give our children?
Dearest Katelyn and Andrew. The English language doesn't contain adequate words for me to express my sorrow for your loss. You both have been through so much and for this to be the culmination is not
how life is supposed to be, but sadly life is rarely how it is supposed to be. Know this; I love you beyond measure, you will always have safe harbor when needed, and in any fight I will gladly stand before you
as protector.
Holly, know that I see you as sister and will always stand with your children when they need me I will always be here for them, of that you can be assured.
Mom…. Dearest.
My heart is shattered into a thousand pieces for you. To have your beloved Stephen and Michael pass before you is such a cruel twist of fate. I know of very few people with the strength you have. I am
honored to be your son and so very sorry to see and know how much you have suffered.
Your family is here, and we love you. We will stop at nothing to support and protect you.
I would like to close with an Irish blessing for my brother Michael Robert O'Riordan
Michael,
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Sean Albert O'Riordan
April 23, 2014
Cathy Call Boykin
April 25, 2014
Carmen, I have not seen you in years and want to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. Michael seemed like a very special man and my prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless You, Cathy Call Boykin
Michael Kennedy
April 25, 2014
Carmel and I remember with great fondness the many visits we had from Michael over the years from when he was a baby to his last visit a few years ago. Sadly we will not have the pleasure of meeting him again and enjoying his charming smile and engaging personality. Deepest sympathy to all the family, Michael Kennedy, Dublin, Ireland
Christian Ernst
April 24, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Michael was a great, kind man who always genuinely cared how you were doing. He will be deeply missed
Frank McDermott
April 24, 2014
I will never forget the 4th of July on your boat in Glorettia bay Coronado, turf club horse racing and working together on several life insurances cases! My condolences to the entire O'Riordan family you will be missed dearly . Till we meet again in heaven above the good old Emerald Isle!
Robert Wisneski
April 24, 2014
Michael you left us way to soon my friend. I always enjoyed your smile, easy nature and our long talks together. My kids loved when you would bring over Winchells donuts the morning after parties. May you watch over us and rest peacefully in eternity. You will be missed by all of those who loved you.
Colleen Callahan-Brucker
April 24, 2014
I've known Michael as a neighbor for many years, and a colleague in the insurance business. He was classy guy, who loved his family, and will be missed. Rest in peace my friend...
The family
Natalie Johnston
April 24, 2014
Our thoughtsr with u all. Family must stick together at times like these. All the love in the world from your family across the pond. Goodbye Michael u r needed in heaven as an angel. Xxxx
Terry Kaltenbach
April 24, 2014
Having known Michael for over 25 years in business the terms kind and gentle best describe him. Always thoughtful of others he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family .
Terry Kaltenbach
April 24, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you Karen,
Always, Carol Malony
David McNary
April 23, 2014
Michael was a very generous and thoughtful man. When I think back, I don't recall a time when he didn't have a smile of his face. I enjoyed our evenings smoking cigars and telling jokes. He was full of life and wanted to learn to fly helicopters. I remember checking out his property on the Big island as he wanted to buy a helicopter and fly it from Honolulu to the house he wanted to build on Hawaii. He directed me to his favorite people at the Fairmont Orchid. They all knew and loved him, so they treated me like a king since I was his friend. I feel blessed to have known him. He was taken far too soon. God bless you Michael and your family.
David McNary
April 23, 2014
Michael was taken from us far too early. A generous and thoughtful man I feel truly blessed to have had the pleasure of friendship and for many fine evenings smoking cigars. I don't think looking back that he didn't have a smile on his face. God bless you Michael and your family. You will be missed,
Katy Falkowski
April 23, 2014
I only knew Michael through passing in the elevator and lobby of our building, but he made such an impression on me...always so kind and had the warmest smile. What a sad loss of a lovely man.
Christy Sprecco
April 23, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with Michael for a few years. He was a very kind man, and a lot of fun. It came as a sad realization today when I saw the paper. My sincere condolences to the family.
Ava M. Baudelaire
April 23, 2014
He will be missed.
Anita Gentry
April 23, 2014
What a great smile - that is what I will remember. Kind and gentle soul. My thoughts and prayers are with Micahel's family and loved ones. Rest in peace.
Vanessa Snodgrass
April 23, 2014
Michael had a smile that lit up the room and a heart of gold. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Riding with the angels....
April 23, 2014
As a former long time employee of M.F., R.S.F., I had many opportunities to cross path with Mr M. O'Riordan and always appreciated his utmost friendliness, courteousness and gentlemanly persona. My deep condolences to his family and friends on such a sad day. Roland A.
April 23, 2014
my thought are with you all. taryn kennedy
Stan Miller
April 23, 2014
I will always remember the good times riding through Yosemite and Carmel..and that great smile of yours! Rest my friend.
April 23, 2014
Michael was one of the kindest and most generous friend I ever had.. We had a special friendship for so many years and I will miss him dearly. My prayers are with Anita, Katelyn, Andrew and Mike's sister Karen and brothers Brian and Sean. God has a new very special Angel now.
Craig A Edwards
Elizabeth Ruch
April 23, 2014
Love to all of you. I will take moment of quiet meditation in DC at time of his services in SD
Liz
April 23, 2014
Such a lovely human being. So very sorry for his family that he was taken from them so soon.
You have our prayers at this very difficult tine.
Judith Harris and Robert Singer
April 23, 2014
My deepest sympathy to those who loved Michael. I remember him to be vibrant, engaging and a lovely man. Truly sad to see him leave us so young.
Donna Hepburn
April 23, 2014
We were all blessed to have Michael be a part of our family. Everyone describes Michael as kind and gentle, that is exactly how I will always think of him as well, he was the personification of a true gentleman from the old school. He reminded me of Errol Flynn,
the movie star of the silver screen,suave and debonaire. Michael had an aura of peace and gentleness and class. He will always be remembered fondly. My love to you Anita, Katelyn and Andrew and the rest of the O'Riordans as you grieve your great loss. Love, Sylvia Thomson
April 23, 2014
Love, Compassion and Prayers...Kozy
Larry Russell
April 23, 2014
Michael was one of the most generous, kind men I have ever had the pleasure to meet. Rest well, my friend. Larry Russell
Gregory Nuber
April 23, 2014
My prayers are with all of you in this time of grief~
April 23, 2014
Michael will be missed....he was a kind and gentle man...my heartfelt condolences to the family
James Newton
Steve Thomas
April 23, 2014
Michael was my friend in San Diego since 1997. He will be missed and it's tragic that he is gone so soon. A few memories: a. Michael was always dressed to the nines. Custom made shirts, monogram on his cuffs, a collection of cuff links....he was among the best dressed. Michael loved a good cheeseburger and we were on a constant search to find the best one. Michael and I loved the chicken-fried steak at Red Tractons. We would meet on Wednesday at lunch and I remember the day we showed up and they had taken it off the menu!!! He also loved their liver and onions but I had to let him go solo on that one. May he rest in peace.
April 23, 2014
My thoughts and heart are with all of you. The O'Riordan family has been very important to me for 40+ years. Your hurt is my hurt. Love - Meg
April 23, 2014
Our sincere condolences to the family of Michael.
Vince & Linda Martin
Sean & Heather Dailey
April 23, 2014
Our sincerest condolences from our family to yours for this deep loss. Michael was a warm hearted and caring man who will be missed by all who knew him. He always brought style and grace with him to family occasions. He obviously loved very deeply his children and family. He will always be missed. Rest in peace cousin. See you on the other side.
alison mullen
April 23, 2014
remembering my lovely warm gentle kind and funny cousin michael.. remembering all our lovely visits to cork and our wonderful times.. your aunties vera and carmel loved you dearly.. us cousins really looked forward to your visits as you were just so nice and loveable...thats all i can say.. you are loved and missed by so many.. love from alison rachel jenie hugh and aunty v in cork. xxx
Barbara Kennedy
April 23, 2014
Sincere condolences on the death of Michael. From Barbara, Dan, Ellie, Tom and Peter.
Frances Holmes
April 22, 2014
Although I can't be with you at this time,my thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve.
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