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Michael Tansey Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Tansey
Sponsored by The Tansey Family.
James O'Meara
April 19, 2019
I served with Michael and concour with the praises, he served well.
Linda Strohecker He
December 17, 2011
So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Mike. I knew him for many years and will always remember his radiant smile.RIP
Pat Hentges
October 14, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Mike when we were both in the Supervisor Training Program at Philip Morris, and his sense of humor and terrific stories made that program a pleasure instead of the pain it would have been otherwise. His devotion to Susan was inspirational to me as a newlywed at that time, and I've no doubt he was a great father as well. I am truly sad to know he's gone, since I always hoped to run into Mike again one day and down another beer or three with him.
James Friauf
May 28, 2011
Miss you, Dad.
Mary Clarke
April 16, 2009
I know I'm late in sending my heart felt prayers, but I just found out about Mike or (BIG MIKE)as we called him in the plugroom on C shift. Mike and I use to share recipes and talked alot about family,what a great guy.I am so sorry for your loss.He will truly be missed. RIP MIKE
Jamie Weller
January 6, 2009
Dear Susan and Sean,
I am deeply saddened to hear about Mike's passing. Mike was the life of the party and he always made me feel welcome and even went out of his way to ensure I felt like part of the family during the holidays and vacations. I've never had better pancakes.
Your family's acceptance of Matthew and I was heartfelt and a truly wonderful experience. I still cherish the jewelry box and pen Mike made for me. I still have several hundred pictures on my cpu from our excursions to "Tansey Times" and holidays. You are welcome to any of them.
Your family is in my prayers.
God Bless,
Jamie
Erin Willard
December 30, 2008
Tansey Family,
My name is Erin Willard and i had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Tansey by being his insurance agent. Mr. Tansey was one of my most favorate clients. I loved when he would call or come visit...it always made my day. He was a very special person and i am so very sorry for your loss. I will certainly say a prayer for your family. You are in my thoughts.
Erin Willard
and the staff of Advanced Edge Insurance
Julie Rew
December 13, 2008
Tansey Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss and my prayers go with you. I had the pleasure of working with Mike at Philip Morris M/C as one of the payroll clerks.
Bill and Evonne Quiller
December 13, 2008
Susan, You and your family are forever in our hearts and in our prayers. May God bless you.
Thomas Meadows
December 12, 2008
Susan and family and Brother Kevin
I am glad that I was able to meet Mike at the Homestead after I had met and sat down with Susan at the Homestead during one of our CTF adventures. I remember it was surprising to Susan that I had attended school with Kevin in the sixties.
As a pastor I can tell you that only God can heal a broken heart from the loss of a loved one. My prayer is He will give you peace and assurance that one day you will be with Mike again. Eternal life means forever and Mike is there but we still have that road to travel.
Pastor Jeremiah
(aka:Tom Meadows)
Jo Ann and Rick Gideons
December 12, 2008
Susan, Sean and Family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear about Mike's sudden passing. He was a bundle of enegry and always managed to find a way to make you smile....especially during the long night shift at PM. He will be remembered as a caring man who loved his family and was truly a "jack of all trades". He definately made the most of his retirement years and we know that your many memories of Mike will sustain you in the rough times.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and may God keep you in his grace.
Mike Simon
December 11, 2008
Susan, As always-anything Jeff, Dee or I can do-just let us know. love, the Simon family.
Sherry Hunter
December 11, 2008
I met Mike through his visits to Rees.. I was "the new girl" but he made me feel like we had known each other a lifetime. He was always smiling and telling stories about the rivah and what he was doing there. He spoke of his family and many friends...It would be hard to ever phantom him meeting anyone who he did not make feel like a friend. He was a person who could make your bad day seem like it never happen.
May the wonderful memories you hold dear in your heart help you through this difficult time.
Mike Atkins
December 11, 2008
I had the great privilege to know and work with Mike in the plug room at PM. From our numerous conversations I could truly tell he had his priorities right in his life. He was a true friend and mentor and will be greatly missed. I thank God that he allowed our paths to cross.
ERICA MCIVOR
December 10, 2008
Tansey Family,
I am deeply saddend by your loss, Mike was someone so full of life and love and could light up any dull moment, as Andy puts it, he was certainly a character! A man of great character and one who will be dearly missed our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
Love,
Andrew, Erica, Isabella and Payton
Sandi & Fred Briley
December 10, 2008
Susan-Sandi and I were shocked to learn of Mike's passing. We will always remember the many good times we shared at PM. Always willing to lend a helping hand, a warm smile, and a joke to get you through the night, he will be fondly remembered by all who were fortunate enough to have known him.
May God comfort you and your family during this time and may you find comfort in knowing that someday you will be together again.
Sandi & Fred Briley
Goochland, VA
Tony, Misti and Chelsie Migliore
December 10, 2008
We were saddened by Michael's passing- he was a man of such great love of life, evident by all the laughter and smiles that happened whenever he was around. Be assured the angels in heaven are greatly enjoying his presence! Susan and Sean- you are in our thoughts and prayers. What a blessing it is to have known him.
God Speed,
Phil & Page Dickerson
December 10, 2008
Dear Susan,
My heart goes out to you at this time of your great loss. There are simply no words that can adequately express our conolences except that we are so sincerely sorry. Please know that you and your family are in Page's and my prayers. I send you a HUGE Hug.
I still picture Mike on the Yamaha Midnight Special with you in the side car. Mike's memory will be with me always. Phil & Page
Ruth Hatfield
December 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Mike was always wonderful to work with in Finished Goods.
Jeff Androla
December 10, 2008
Susan, Sean,
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's death. Mike & I were very close as we worked second and third shift together at PM for several years. Mike & I skiied and shared many good times, which I remember and will never forget. Mike is a saint and will continue to be a capenter of life. Your family is in my prayers.
Raymond Gill
December 10, 2008
Susan and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. My heart goes out to you and yours during this time of great loss.
Don and Teresa Henry
December 9, 2008
Susan,
We were so shocked and saddened to learn of Mike's sudden passing. We enjoyed working with him and have many fond memories. He always had a smile on his face and a funny story to share. He was truly one of the "good guys". Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Don & Lisa Atkinson
December 9, 2008
Words can’t express the sorrow we feel and the void we will have at the Riva. I know as the sun rises and the waves roll in… Mike will be smiling down at us with a big grin. With whispers in the wind…I would like to say to my friend… you will be missed and never forgotten..
Your Riva friends
Becca Smith
December 9, 2008
Maureen and Shannon,
Words are never enough at times like this. Know that you are being lifted up in prayer, and that you are loved dearly.
We love you!! Becca, Bailey and Wardy
Sharion Boyd
December 9, 2008
Maureen and Shannon,
Thinking of you and keeping you in prayer at this time of great loss.
Brenda Morton
December 9, 2008
To Susan and family. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. Always treasure your precious memories, and know that you're never alone. I pray God's blessings of peace and comfort be with you.
Linda,Charlie and Brandon Seay
December 9, 2008
Susan, Sean and family, you'll have been in our thoughts and prayers
the day that we lost Mike. We will
miss him very much at the Rivah, it
will not be the same. Please let us
know if there's anything at all we can
do. We Love you always.
JAMES A HARVEY
December 9, 2008
Susan and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.I,am sorry to hear of the passing of Mike.We shared many stories at PM on the midnight shift. He always had a joke to share and this kept me going through the night. He was one of the first people to help me learn my new computer. May God continue to watch over you and your family.
James Friauf
December 9, 2008
Mike would be proud: St. Jude's is a wonderful organization, and on behalf of my community, thank you to all who give to this amazing institution that has helped countless numbers of children.
Patricia Edberg
December 9, 2008
To the Tansey Family,
Words alone cannot begin to express the sadness I felt in my heart when I heard of Mikes passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Mike was a Great supervisor and, most of all, a Great Friend! He always dressed nice with his "special" shirt and tie combos and topped it off with his Great smile and sense of humor!! He loved his family dearly and he will be sorely missed by all who was fortunate enough to have known him. God needed another angel and he only takes the BEST!! Rest in Peace Michael! Until we meet again!
Kit Howard
December 9, 2008
To Susan and the rest of your family, I only knew Mike through RIVA parties @ Don & Lisa's house and at all the usual birthday, bosses day functions that were had while I was working for Don. I remember asking Don one day if I could go to the river and just relax by the water. He told me that was fine. When I got there, Mike came walking up to me and asked "who are you?" ( Ever protective) I told him & we stood and talked for over an hour. Ever since, everytime I saw him, I felt that he was a true friend. When God made him, he did a wonderful job and Mike will truly be missed by everyone that knew him for a long time or even briefly. He is soaring above the RIVA now enjoying his new life. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Marylee & Jon Querolo
December 9, 2008
from the Querolos...
My dearest Susan & Family,
We are filled up with sadness. The river will never be the same. Never. We are fortunate to have known you and Mike and are forever grateful for having the MOST WONDERFUL NEIGHBOR AND FRIEND anyone could ever ask for. EVER.
Love, Marylee,Jon,Nic,DeeDee
Cassandra and Calvin Gore
December 9, 2008
Susan,
May you find comfort in God's love and strength to carry you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Glennys Fleming
December 9, 2008
Susan,
I haven't talked to you in many years, yet I was truly saddened when I got notice of your family's loss. I extend my condolences to you and your family during this time. May God be your comfort.
Jamie Binns
December 9, 2008
Susan and Sean,
Mike was a wonderful husband, father and friend. He will be missed by all who knew him. I am so blessed to have memories of your family at the river and at work. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jamie Binns
Ruth Hammond
December 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Steve and Angeles Atkinson
December 9, 2008
Susan:
Even though our times at the Riva with Mike were short they were always pleasant and fun.
His memory will remain alive as long as we think of him.
Love in Jesus Christ
Sandra Pavlovich
December 9, 2008
Susan and Sean,
I' so sorry to hear about Mike. he was the type of person who always kept you laughing. he was a good supervisor, who took the time to listen to you. My prayers are with you at this time.
Fran DeNardo
December 9, 2008
Susan, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God grant you and your family consolation and Michael eternal peace.
Rusty Gross
December 9, 2008
My thoughts are with the Tansey family at this time.
Like everyone else it came as a total shock.
Mike,and I go back to when we were kids and enjoyed many zany adventures together.
When I saw the mention of "Tansey Time", I could not think
what a more fitting name that we and many others can relate to.
Everyone that knew him can feel the loss that you are going through at this time, but know that he touched so many lives always in a good way.
DORIS ELLIOTT
December 9, 2008
Susan, my prayers are with your family.Mike always made me laugh when ever he came into Winters-Oliver Ins. office. He could give some really good stories about what he was cooking. I enjoyed meeting you once when I came to the summer home to take pictures, you were so sweet.
Theresa, Shirley & Ryan Barker
December 8, 2008
Susan,
I am so sorry to hear about your sudden loss. I think the last time I seen you was at the loss of my dad. Things happen so sudden it leaves you numb and it seems like it is not real. With my dad its been almost 10 years but its something that every day is still hard on us. I hope you and Sean find comfort or just think of it as now you still have Mike he is just a special picked Angel to watch over you. God needed him for an Angel since he has a special place in everyones heart.
If there is anything we can do let me know.
We love you and miss you so much. You have always been an important person to me.
Take care and keep intouch
Stacey Selden
December 8, 2008
We're fallen stars, far from home
Here to touch a life or two.
But you should of seen the heavens rejoice
When they saw what this star could do!
So many lives have been touched
By the brightness of his glow
A sincere smile, a genuine laugh
True compassion, he would show.
This star shown so bright
That the heavens did see
And they called him back home
To shine with Thee
So when those days pass
And you miss that star and his light
Just tilt your head towards the heavens
On a clear and beautiful night!
Judy Crocker
December 8, 2008
Susan & Sean,
Mike always began his stories at PM with "Have I shown you a picture of my son Sean" or "You know...family is everything man, everything. I love my family." Thanks to Mike, "C" shift at PM had a loving family and Susan and Sean you were a part of our family. Everyone loved Mike. On behalf of everyone at PM, our deepest sympathy on your loss. May God be with you always.
Wayne McMichael
December 8, 2008
i AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Bowman
December 8, 2008
As a member of the 32nd, Mike was a good friend and afer we hit the streets one who could always be counted on. I bumped into him downtown last summer, even though we both had gotten older he seemed to be the same Mike I remembered he will be missed by all of us
Ken McFarlane
December 8, 2008
I was so very saddened to hear of Mikes passing. I worked with Mike for many years at PM on the Midnight shift. He was the first to share his knowledge of computers with me. He once told me to learn Excel when I was trying to learn another program long since forgotten. Boy! was he ever right. Used Excel my entire career at PM. We had many conversations about many things in conference room 2E at PM. We always took our break at the same time and "held court" there 5 nights a week. He was a kind and generous man who will be missed by everyone who came in contact with him.
Matt Tansey
December 8, 2008
Uncle Mike was one of the best men I ever knew. Must run in the family :).
I'm thankful for the time I got to spend with him, and that he was able to see Sean get married.
Aunt Susan, I love you. You and Sean are in my prayers.
Robert Smith
December 8, 2008
Mike and I met years ago in the Finished Goods Warehouse. He was a great guy and co-worker. As the years went by he remained a great guy and co-worker. Michael was a blessing to all who got to know him. I pray to God that each member of the Tansey family will have enough wonderful memories of Michael to last them a lifetime.
Donna Greif
December 8, 2008
My heart felt sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cindy Young
December 8, 2008
Susan
I have so many fond memories of Mike and his love for you and Sean. Even thought it has been years since I have seen him, it seems like yesterday when he would share the latest picture of Sean and of course a story or two. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Renay Clarke
December 8, 2008
How deeply sadden I am to hear of your lost Susan and Sean. I worked with Mike many years. Coming from Primary, Mike took me under his "wing" and taught me so much about Manufacturing. He really made it fun each night to come to work. So many jokes and so much laughter was shared. He always spoke of his love for the both of you and how so very proud he was. He was my friend and he will truly be missed.
You are in my prayers.
Irene Bland
December 8, 2008
Susan, Sean & Family,
Michael…so vibrant...lifting spirits with his precious smile and fun-filled conversation! What a blow that such a phenomenally fine man has left us. It is our prayer that God will sustain you. May your memories always be tender and may you gaze Michael in each others’ eyes as you reminisce. You will see him again in Paradise. With so much Love in our hearts for you,
Frank, Irene & Michael Bland and Family
Phil & Berna Redman
December 8, 2008
Susan, I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a dear friend and co-worker. But more than that he was an inspiration to those of us who got to know the MAN behind the jokes.
Sean, working the 11pm to 7am shift at Philip Morris, Mike and I talked about our sons so much that I felt a connection with you as you were growing up. Sean, take strength and have faith in the knowledge that your father was a GREAT man and a Great Inspiration. I will miss him dearly, but I thank God our paths crossed. I have such great memories. Thank God.
John & Sandra Thornton
December 8, 2008
Susan and Sean,
I never met a man who loved and adored his family more than Mike. When he spoke of "Sue" or "Sean" he would light up with the love he felt for you. You were the "Light of his Life". I hope that hearing this will provide some measure of comfort during this terrible time.
Our thoughts are with you.
Lawanda Young
December 8, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Snell
December 8, 2008
Susan,
My name is Bill Snell. I worked with Mike for years at RBP. I was indeed sorry to hear of his passing. I am currently a minister at the Cold Harbor Road church of Christ. If there is anything I can do, let me know. My sincere condolences to you and the family
Bill Snell,
Retired Lieutenant
Richmond Bureau of Police
Del. Christopher Peace
December 8, 2008
My wife, Ashley, and I loved our brief moments of Tansey Time at the Rivah. Mike was so proud of his house and made his house a home to his neighbors. It was obvious how much he loved life, his wife, his family and jet skis :). This summer he told us of how much fun and how rewarding it was to raise a child and he seemed to take enjoyment from watching us expect our first. The Rivah at Ft. Lowery Point, this community of Hanover and Virginia will not be the same without Mr. Tansey.
December 8, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family of Michael Sean Tansey.
Greg S. Winter
Harvey Jones
December 8, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jenny (Crouch) Dickinson
December 8, 2008
I was SO saddened to hear the news of Mike's passing. I'd known Mike since we were all kids, and he made it a point to keep up with me over the years. Mike was one of the most wonderful people I've ever known; true and genuine, and he will be sorely missed. My heartfelt condolences to all of his family, Susan (he adored you), kids, Shannon, Quita & Bill, Kevin, Colleen and Maureen...all of you. The Tansey family was always the best.
Much love sent to all of you.
Donna Carmichael
December 8, 2008
Michael was a wonderful man and a life-long friend. May God surround you with his love in this time of sadness.
Lesa Jones
December 8, 2008
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Robert East
December 8, 2008
What a GOOD MAN! There is no doubt that Mike has gone to heaven. His love of family, friends, work and play make him a great person to help GOD in his every day tasks. There is no doubt that he will be missed by everyone left behind. But know that we will all hopefully see him again one day.
Tom Sowers
December 8, 2008
Susan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike was a great guy! I am proud to have known and worked with him, when we were with the City and PM. May God bless and comfort you.
Tony Shortridge
December 8, 2008
Susan,
My condolences to you and your family for your sudden loss.
Gene Newman
December 8, 2008
I was fortunate to live with Mike and his roomate Rusty, I was only 18 years old and had no where to go. Mike took me in with open arms and really put me on the "right road of life" I will forever be grateful for his kindness and wisdom. It was the best years of my life living with those two people as you never knew what would come at you next. Mike was a wonderful person and really cared about everyone he met. He will certainly be missed. I will never forget him.
Ashley & Chris Peace
December 8, 2008
Susan and Sean,
Our family is so saddened by Mike's sudden departure. We enjoyed reconnecting this summer at the river. We will miss Mike's charismatic spirit. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for your family or if there is anything you need.
Sincerely,
CONNIE BARRON RUSH
December 8, 2008
Hi Susan, It has been a long time since we spoke or have worked together. I was at stockton street with you. Back then I was Connie Barron, Iworked on alot of special projects with Ronnie Street, my husband Herbie was killed in car wreck back in 1988. I was sorry to read of your loss in the paper. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle Meacham
December 8, 2008
It's with a heavy heart that I sign this guestbook. A light somewhere in the corner of my heart has gone out with this news. It has been many years since I have physically seen the man, but he helped shape me, so he was always with me. As a daughter of one of your Police buddies and a neighbor across the street on Walnut Grove Drive. You used to threaten to give me tickets because I ran too fast on my long skinny legs. I wish I could go back in time to those days (and the long skinny legs). Susan you were also such a gift to me, I only knew Sean as a cute baby. I now have 4 of my own babies, and I am so sorry they never got to know Mike. He was truly a great man, as it shows in these sweet words offered by so many. Thank you for many good memories. Though they were long ago, they are treasured.....Michelle Bryant Meacham
April Byrd
December 8, 2008
Susan and Family,
I am saddened to hear of Mike's passing. I met you and Mike when you guys first bought your river house at Lowry's Point. It was always a breath of fresh air to see Mike when I came down. He will be missed by many but never forgotten.
May the Lord be with you in your time of sorry.
April Carneal Byrd
Betty & Bill Lucas
December 8, 2008
When we think of Mike, we have to use the adage, "What's not to love about him?" His passing was a tremendous blow, and we already know we will never again be able to travel to the river without missing him. Susan, we will always be there for you. Mike loved you dearly, and so do we.
Debra Cross
December 8, 2008
Susan,
May the love of God comfort you and your family. I pray that the Lord keeps Mike close to his heart.
John O'Connell
December 8, 2008
Susan, I was so saddened when I read of Mike's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.
Andy Heberle
December 8, 2008
Susan, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The brief time I had to know Mike was when him and Mike Bryant would share their moments together in the police department. There were some unforgetable stories they shared with me but to this day, I still remember them and will never forget.
Deanna and Perry Glover
December 8, 2008
Susan and Sean,
Our prayers are with you and the family. Perry and I will truly miss Mike. He was such a good man and a caring neighbor. I remember when we first moved into Shelton Pointe and how he made us feel so welcome. We will miss his wonderful sense of humor and his jokes. Heaven has a wonderful man . May you be comforted in knowing that one day we too will see him again.
Jerome &Virginia Masonis
December 8, 2008
Susan & Sean So very sad to hear the news about Mike what a great loss . Ours hearts cry with you. May God Bless You both
Sheena Haywood
December 8, 2008
Susan and Sean, David and I were so shocked to hear of Mike's death last week. I just saw and visited with him in July at MCV,of all places, when David was having Knee surgery. I had gone to the cafeteria and was waiting for an elevator to get back to the waiting room and out of the elevator came Michael. With a big smile and a warm hug, we visited and "caught up" on what he'd been up to. We didn't get to visit much over the years, but when we did run into each other, it was always a pleasure to visit and catch up on your lives. He was the best man in our wedding and I'll always remember him fondly. Our prayers are with you and we hope your warm memories of your husband/and father will help sustain and comfort you in the coming months. He will be greatly missed.
Veronica Shuford
December 8, 2008
I am truly saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find God's presence with you as you journey through this time of grief.
Hazel Lopez
December 8, 2008
Mervyn, Stuart, Sharon and myself, convey our sincere heartfelt sympathies to you and your family on this great loss. May the Almighty God grant you all comfort, Peace, Strength and Courage. May his Soul Rest in Peace.
Lisa Halle
December 8, 2008
I am saddened and shocked to hear of your loss. Michael was truly unforgettable and I was fortunate to have met him when he worked at the M/C. Despite not having seen him for many years, when I recently saw him at your retirement party, Susan, he looked as youthful and vibrant as he did years before. Those “eyes” and the light within them radiated to everyone he met. Please know that the love he had for each of you remains and will always be. It is just a thought away. May this forever love give you the strength to cope now and in the years ahead.
Sharon Clark Chang
December 8, 2008
To Quita, Kevin, and all of Michael's family that I've never had the opportunity to know, heartfelt condolences on the loss of the very wonderful Michael. Remembering him as a boy and young man, I'm reminded of these words from that old Irish folk song "The Bard of Armagh":
"For the merry-hearted boys
Make the best of old men."
It's as a merry-hearted boy that I'll always remember Michael; meanwhile, I keep all of you in my prayers.
Susan Rumley
December 8, 2008
Susan,
My prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God bless you and give you strength during your sorrow, and know that so many friends are here to help you through.
Noah Davis
December 8, 2008
Susan,
My heart felt condolences go out to your family, but especially to you. May God give you strength and keep you, not just during the next few weeks, but for years to come.
Noah Davis
Otis and Stephenia Gallion
December 8, 2008
Susan - just find comfort in these words: Let not your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. In my Father's house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also. NAS John 14:1-3. I will always have great memories of Mike while here at PM and on the dance floor at our holiday parties the joy he shared with Stephenia and I. May God be with you…
Barbara Goodman
December 8, 2008
Susan and Family,
I was very saddened to learn of the loss of your beloved husband Michael.
Please know you are all in my thoughts at this time.
Huey Singleton
December 8, 2008
Susan, as one Mikes Supervisors while he was with RPD I was impressed with his ability to be the best Police Officer he could possibly be and he worked toward that goal. He will be missed. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Kaete Unterzuber
December 8, 2008
Susan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. All of us that knew Mike were touched by his friendliness and great sense of humor.
Emily Pippin Garcia
December 8, 2008
Susan,
I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. You are in my prayers during this very sad time.
STAN BALDERSON
December 8, 2008
I WAS VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF MICHAEL'S PASSING. MY SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO HIS FAMILY. I REMEMBER MICHAEL, QUTA, AND KEVIN FROM OUR GRADE SCHOOL DAYS AND I ENJOYED THE TIMES I SAW MICHAEL AT THE RIVER. I KNOW HE HAD A PROFOUND LOVE OF LIFE AND THE FAMILY CAN TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT HE HAS EMBARKED ON ANOTHER ADVENTURE.
Michelle Keefe
December 8, 2008
Susan - My heart pours out to you and your wonderful family at this most difficult time. ~An Irish blessing...
May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be ever at your back
May the sun shine warm upon your face
And the rain fall softly on your fields
And until we meet again, May God hold
you in the hollow of his hand
With much love...Michelle Keefe
Ken Napier
December 8, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 8, 2008
Dear Susan, Our condolences to you and your family. God Bless You, Jesse & John Wright
Kay Riffle
December 8, 2008
Michael's loss will be felt be many, but his smile and sense of humor will outlive and outshine this time of grief.
Scott McCumber
December 8, 2008
Susan and Sean,
My prayers go out to you as you go through this difficult time. So sorry to hear of your loss! I have so many great memories of Mike and his stories and enjoyed working with him so much over the years. I learned a great deal from him when I first came to Philip Morris.
Please know that my thoughts are with you both.
Wayne Moyer
December 8, 2008
Mike was a gifted individual. True, he was the life of the room through his story-telling ability. But, Mike was one of those rare individuals who could influence others without using authority. His effectiveness was intensified by his philosophy that he would never ask others to do what he would not do himself. My deepest sympathy to Susan and Sean.
Linda Bryant
December 8, 2008
Susan and Family,
Always know that your Guardian Angel will be with you. My heart and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. May our good Lord provide comfort to you and your family in the days to come.
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