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Mom
May 21, 2023
I can't believe you've been gone this long. Still love and miss you everyday. Life has changed but the love and heartbreak remains the same. I hope you are watching over Sierra, she's growing up so beautiful. We love and miss you. Mom
Joshua DeBenedetto
May 17, 2019
I'm not sure what made me cry about my last post more....How much I missed you or me thinking the Jets were gonna be good! Maybe this year
You're still such a huge influence on my life and that's great but I can't help but wonder what things would be like if you were around. I never stop missing you so maybe time doesn't heal all wounds. Hope they have Harley's in heaven. Love you brother
Valenda Newell
March 7, 2017
PRAYERS AND BLESSINGS
Andrew DeBenedetto
April 10, 2015
Hey bro, I know its going on five years since I last posted here not because I don't think about you every day just some times its still to hard but since its sibling day I knew I had to. It seems josh had the same thought. OH I meet a great girl, her name is Angelcia and I think she is the one, wish she had the chance to meet you. Anyways Love you mike you are in my thoughts always, but gonna text the brothers and hopfully see ang tomorrow so I can let them know I love them cause I don't seem to get the words out.
Joshua DeBenedetto
April 9, 2015
Hey brother man,
Always thinking about you it's crazy how many people I talk to know you and every one just has these amazing stories. Haha didn't anyone dislike you? I don't think so. Just saw my post from three years ago I thought the jets were going to do good. We went 6-10! Maybe this year, they made some moves. I miss you brother. I hope you're resting easy keep an eye on us ok? Some of us could use it.
Daniel DeBenedetto Jr.
August 12, 2014
Just thinking about you today.
Joshua DeBenedetto
July 12, 2012
Always thinking of you Mike. sometimes I laugh out loud from the memories and sometimes I cry at the loss..Your with me now more than ever if that's possible. We miss you man. I'm rooting for the Jets for both of us now but I think we got a real good team this year. hope you're resting easy brother.
Andrew DeBenedetto
August 26, 2010
Hey Mike just been thinking about you a lot and want to say I miss you and you where the best brother anybody could ask for. They said it hurts less with time, I still find that hard to believe I just don't think of you as gone as often. I love you but I still hate that why you left us.
June 24, 2010
Hi Michael - Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Wishing your family well and please keep watching over us. We sure need your strength and guidance. I know you are here but wish you were here. I know you know what I mean - Jersey
May 23, 2010
DeBENEDETTO Michael Mike, Mikey, Mikey D., it's been a long three years. We don't need a special day to bring you to our minds, for days without a thought of you are very hard to find. While the heartache of not knowing you is still a few years away, Sierra is growing up so quick, it will be here before we know it. And our heartache will become hers. You are still so very much missed by all the lives you touched. Since we lost you, the world became a little darker. We love you. We were not ready. Love, Mom, Dad, Angela, DJ, Andrew, and Josh
Published in Albany Times Union on May 21, 2010
Karen DeBenedetto
January 9, 2009
Another Christmas without you. At least physically..with the stories and laughter (we refuse to give in to the tears) you were there. Sleeping in the Dodge Hilton got confused with
"falling asleep" half in and half out of the mini van, sticking Chris with me to finish wrapping!! But the stories were told and you were with us.
We love and miss you! Love, Mom
Karen DeBenedetto
September 14, 2008
Still miss you so very much. Sierra is 2 yrs old now, and I'm sure she is getting big. She will never know your love and I think about that all the time. Please keep an eye on her and your brothers and sister. An angel in heaven is needed for all but especially for Ang right now. We love you and miss you everyday! Love Mom
Terri Butler
May 21, 2008
I still have a hard time believing you are gone. I look at your picture and still hear you laughing and see you smiling. We always knew how to make each other laugh. You will be missed forever.
Karen DeBenedetto
May 21, 2008
We are still not ready. We love you and miss you more everyday. Mom
Karen DeBenedetto
May 8, 2008
Hi Hon,
Been meaning to do this since Christmas, but it’s very hard.
There’s not a day that goes by that we don’t think of you. 3 or
4 days after you were gone, I said to someone, “I just want it to be six months down the road so it doesn’t hurt so much”...sadly I
didn’t realized it would always hurt just as much and even more
deeply with every passing day, and I didn’t have the shock to protect me. Life goes on but...your family (and extended family) can never replace you. You are so missed. Josh’s new car had a problem (of course), and your dad never got the computer reader back (yes, I heard about that!), so I got him to buy a new one (heard about that too–spending money on something he already had!) and while they were working on the car, I knew he really wanted to talk to you (and not just to yell at you about his reader). Talk it out like you two used to. I offered the suggestion of putting gas in the car! No, you can’t be replaced and we just miss you more all the time.
How I wish you were here. I lost the picture of you in my phone from Mother’s Day last year and I can’t get a replacement of that either.
My most heartfelt wish is that you are at peace, keeping an eye on Sierra, your sister, and your brothers. I have felt you, but
don’t forget your Dad, daughter, sister and brothers (and adopted
brothers). They need you too. Smile on them and send them sunshine when they need it (Josh and Mark really really need it!) and peace when they need it. Know that you are still alive in our hearts and very much loved. Love, Mom
PS I wrote this about 1:00 this afternoon planning on posting it tonight. I didn't ask DJ what time he was told he might be up for manager, but I wonder... And if so, how about a little closer??? Arizona is a ways away. See what you can do, will you? Love, Mom
Josh DeBenedetto
March 26, 2008
We are getting close to a year now Mike and its still hard with out you. Not a day goes by that you aren't in my thoughts. Things aren't ever going to be back to the way they were and I think thats what makes it the hardest. Nothing is the same with out that brightness you brought to every thing, whether you wanted to do it or not you always had jokes. I miss coming over just to change my oil and staying there for hours watching TV or listening to music while we talk about what ever. We will keep on keeping on, Mike, but its never going to be the same with out you. I love you big brother
March 17, 2008
Thinking of you Mike. Love you and miss you
February 24, 2008
Happy Birthday Mike. We all miss you so much. Not a day goes by that you are not thought of.
Jen Lockwood
February 24, 2008
Mikey-
Happy Birthday! As today approached I found myself missing you more and more. With all that has been going on, I wish you were here to talk to. You are the only one that would understand and know what to do. I miss you so much; but I also know that you have found peace. Our bithday will never be the same without you.
Love,
January 18, 2008
Think of you everyday. I still have you in my cell phone and I still think of what the future would bring. I miss you and I love you. You are in my heart. Help me make it through.
DJ DeBenedetto
January 12, 2008
Well, it's 2008 now. I find myself thinking about Mike a lot. I really miss him. I wish I could have heard one more loving insult, had one more nurf ball fight, or even one last cigarette while we talk about stuff. Thats what hurts the most. The future. So many things we were supposed to do, but never did, and now never will. I wish for one more phone call. One more hug... One more drink...
Heather Salvi
September 26, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Karen DeBenedetto
July 4, 2007
Hi Hon. It’s the 4th of July and you are desperately missed. We love you and it still hurts so much. You’ve left a big void. But you’d be as proud of your brothers and sister as they are of you. They are working hard to make you proud. I hope you are at peace, you deserve to be. I love you. Mom
Like Father, Like Son
June 28, 2007
Proud Homeowner
June 28, 2007
Angela, DJ & Mike
June 28, 2007
Mike & Pops
June 28, 2007
June 18, 2007
Mikey D~ you are in our thoughts everyday...
Joshua DeBenedetto
June 11, 2007
Thank you all so much. I haven't really looked at this more then once before today because i wasn't ready. And i don't think i will ever be ready to accept the fact that you wont be here passing out in the van Christmas eve.Or telling dirty jokes on thansgiving (and getting dirty looks from mom). I remember when i was a little kid you would always take time out of your schedule to play cops and robbers with me. Even though all your friends were there. Taking me on motorcycle rides. And you did that for every one. Took time out of your life to make them happy. We always looked forward to seeing you, and i wish i had more time. I just grew up. and i have a lot more to do and its gonna be really hard with out you mike. you and pops were always my biggest role models.Your still my role model. Ill use my memory of you to get me by. I do landscaping now and i think of the conversations we could have had. I imagine it would involve you calling me a wussy a lot. But you said it with affection.
I love you Mike. I hope you rest easy
~Mark&Sherri~ Rabideau
June 11, 2007
Mikey D you are dearley missed! We water that flower by the garage in memory and love of you!
Wendy Deters
June 5, 2007
It has been hard for me to put what I feel into words. I have known Mikey for 16 years. I have 16 years of memories that will never go away. Whether you met him for 5 minutes, 5 months or 36 years he left an impact on you.
-Danny, Karen, Angela, DJ, Andrew and Josh and all of your family my heart goes out to you. I know nothing will replace your loss but know there are a lot of us (Mikeys friends) that would help you out if you ever need anything.
-Mikey-I love you man, you’re my best friend. Or "oldest and goodest" as you would say. I will never forget you; you are forever in my heart. Heck, you taught me how to do burn outs. You got me 4 free tires out of that too (they wore unevenly-go figure).
Karen DeBenedetto
May 31, 2007
All the support we have received has been tremendous and I want to say thank you. We loved Mike, but always figured we were probably biased. All of you prove we are not. Thank you so much for everything. It overwhelms me and I can not say it enough, thank you.
I’m not sure I could say it better than I did at the funeral, so am putting that in the book.
I have had the privilege of being Mike’s Mom for 29 years. We have fought together, cried together, laughed together and drank together. His father & I are extremely proud of the man he became. He lived hard, played hard, loved hard and was fiercely loyal. I know most of you–we are Mom & Dad to some of you (Momma D to others), we’ve known you that long. Danny & I have talked over the years about how Mike had good judgment when choosing his friends. He has good people as friends, all of whom he thought of as family. We were also always amazed at how many ex girlfriends remained close friends, that said a lot about the person he was, and the few who didn’t, well he couldn’t ALWAYS have good judgment.
When Mike lost his first true love he called me crying, and I said Come home Mike, come home. When he called me in this last crisis of the heart, how I wish it could have been that simple again.
But he loved hard.
I’m trying to hold onto how bright a light he was in all our lives. He lived so fully, so brightly, that maybe there just wasn’t enough left to keep going. Our world has dimmed.
I’m also trying to get past my anger, for Mike. If not for that reason, then for Sierra. She will need you guys in her life to tell Daddy stories. And please don’t think I think it will be easy, but I’m trying Mike, I really am.
My first sympathy card was so very on the mark that I wondered if there was a Hallmark section for this situation. And I will put those words down after I say this–don’t let doubts creep in, remember Mike with love and laughter. He loves us and always did. Let his life, not his death, speak to us and live inside of us.
Your Dad, sister, brothers and Mom love you very much Mike, and you have left such a large hole and it hurts so very much. You are so missed.
Why? That’s what we ask. The truth is we may never be able to know for sure why. But we do know that there is no single “should have done” or “could have done” or “did” or “didn’t do” that would have changed that why. All that love could do was done.
Be at peace Mike. Love, Mom
Karie Nasser
May 29, 2007
Mikey, I'm still having difficulty accepting the simple fact that you are gone. I see a motorcycle or big Dodge and still look to see if it's you. I loved you many years ago and I guess part of you always stayed in my heart. I'm glad we stayed friends over the years, but more so, that I got to know you enough to help me understand this. When your death fully hits me, can you continue to be a friend and be with me. I always wanted you to be happy, whatever that meant for you in your heart- I hope the pain is gone and you can be happy now.
ROBERT & JACKIE MARKEE
May 29, 2007
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE BAD NEW,S
AND HOPE EVERY ONE CAN MAKE IT THRU
THE ORDEAL,,IT IS A SAD DEAL FOR
ALL,,FROM ROBERT & JACKIE MARKEE,,
John Andy
May 28, 2007
You will be missed my friend. I still remember the goodtimes. Thanks for helping me pick out my first car.
Allison Ballard
May 28, 2007
Mike I will miss you. I met you when I started dating your roommate. We did alot of stuff together. You took me on my first motorcycle ride in the parking alot across the appartments and we all went to sixflags. There so many memories of you that I will hold dear in my heart. You will never be forgotten in the Ballard family. We love you.
May 28, 2007
It's been one week since we heard of your death and lives have changed forever. Some may not realize it yet. Some not for the better. You will not be forgotten, we will take care. Your love was so massive, wish you still were here. Peace.
Bob Ballard
May 27, 2007
Mike, I will always remember the the great times we had together as room mates in our tiny apartment and the great motorcycle rides to the ameracade. Every time I ride the Nighthawk I'll be thinking of you. I'll miss you for the rest of time..
Your friend, Bob & Allison Ballard
Gladys Davis
May 27, 2007
Mikey D.I have needed you so many times throughout the years and I need and want you now. You were a bright shining star in our world and we weren't ready to let you go, you will be missed and in my heart forever. All my Love Grandma
Terri Butler
May 27, 2007
Mike was one of the bright spots in my life and my life is dimmer now that he is gone. I have many, many memories of him over all these years and I will hold them near and dear to my heart. I will love and miss him always. Thank you Karen and Danny for letting me be a part of his life, we had great, happy times together and I am so glad I got to know him and love him. Thank you again, it was an amazing privilege to be a part of his life.
shelby Wallimann
May 27, 2007
Dear Uncle Mike,
I miss you and hope you are ok, I love you and can't what to see you in heaven, I will miss you for ever and ever.
Love,
Shelby
Wallimann
Chad,Karin,Shelby&Riley Wallimann
May 27, 2007
Mike was everything to my family.He was my daughters god father and(uncle).He was my best man and best friend.My sons middle name is Michael and he was also my wifes very best friend.We didn't see each other as much lately but when we did it was like we were never apart.He will be missed beyond all words and my condolences go out to his parents.
~Nikki
May 27, 2007
Dear Mikey D,
My 1st favorite memory of you was leaving piles of sand next to the pool table in Lake George after a late night dip in the lake. When we retold the story you were very proud and happy.My 2nd favorite memory is being escorted by you to Jen and Jays wedding.You were very proud and happy.My 3rd favorite was when you told me you were going to be a daddy.You were very proud and happy.That is how I will hold you in my heart forever......Proud and Happy.You will be missed more than you know.
PHILLIP AND MARGARET LACY
May 26, 2007
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. IF YOU NEED ME CALL. LOVE,MARG
CHERYL DARTT(DEBENEDETTO)
May 25, 2007
TO DANNY AND KAREN--MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU, AS WELL IT DOES FROM MAYA & KRISTA ALSO. MY GREATEST SIMPATHY AND HEART FELT SORROW--I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM AS THE GREAT KID HE WAS AND GOOD TIME WATCHING HIM GROW UP. IM VERY SORRY
Mike Bouleris
May 24, 2007
We lost contact over the years friend, but the memories of things like hanging out at Aunt Ruths, flying through the air in your Cordova, and being a true friend will last forever. You will be greatly missed.
Peter and Linda Pileggi
May 24, 2007
To the DeBenedetto Family,
Pete and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to you and all of Mikey friends. We met Mikey through our daughter and son in law, Jen and Jason Lockwood. He was a wonderful man. We will miss him a lot.
May 24, 2007
May 24, 2007
Krista and Maya DeBenedetto
May 24, 2007
Cousin Mike. We love you and will always miss the laughs that we had. I hope that you find love and happiness in heaven. It has been a long time but I will always remember fourth of July at uncle Danny and Aunt Karen's house. We love you and will miss you.
Rusty and Irene Johnson
May 24, 2007
IT"S BEEN SAID: A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS....AND MIKE'S PICTURE, GAVE ME THE SENSE OF WHAT THE FATHER AND MOTHER, DAN AND KAREN AND THEIR CHILDREN, AND MY SISTER, GLADYS DAVIS, SHARED IN MIKE;S SHORT LIFE...OUR SYMPATHY IS HEARTFELT....AUNT IRENE AND UNCLE RUSTY
Liza Olshefsky
May 24, 2007
Mike, you always had a way with words and today "it's going to be hotter than two rats *&%$ in a wool sock!" You always made me belly-laugh even when I didn't want to. I will watch over Sierra and Jo and Angie for you. You will be sorely missed. My sympathy to all family and friends who lost this big-hearted man.
Stephen Puliafico
May 24, 2007
Whether it was the use of your truck or the use of your house, you were always there to help. We will all miss you Mikey D. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
May 23, 2007
Angie, Sierra and Jo Jo-
Oue thoughts and prayers are forever with you. Sierra, my heart goes out to you for you will never get the chance to remember and cherish such a remarkable man.
Jason, Jen, CJ Lockwood
May 23, 2007
Mikey we all miss you so much we'll always love you
John Taylor
May 23, 2007
hard pressed to find a better or more true person and friend then Mike. Loved always by the taylor family.
Marc and Carrieann Gervais
May 23, 2007
You will forever be remembered in our hearts and dearly missed. our thought and prayers go out to the De Benedetto family.
Angela Pettis
May 23, 2007
Mikey D loved football, he thought that it should have been a year round sport. The Jets were his team, even though he secretly followed the Cowboys too.
He was a Dodge fanatic and Nascar fan. Kasey Kane #9 was his favorite and Dodge trucks were all he wanted in his driveway.
He had a passion for music, Ted Nugent was his child hood music idol, Metallica was his favorite adult band.
He was talented beyond belief, he was a natural at the guitar, and had such an awesome voice. He would not sing if you noticed him singing though.
He could take apart a truck and put it back together with out a problem. He was an excellent welder, he even gave me some lessons. He could fix anything he put his mind to fixing.
He liked a neat lawn, hated the lawn being a mess. Hated the yard being muddy, used to make him so angry.
He loved to fix things for people, he liked to be the hero. If his friends or family needed him, Mike was there, he was always there.
He loved his job and, for the most part, the people he worked with. His work ethic was undeniable.
When his family came to visit it made him so proud and complete, he loved when his brothers would come over and hang in the garage. Ron was a brother to Mike. Jay was a brother to Mike.
Mike loved his sister Angie, it was harder for him to show because she was a girl, he loved her though.
He loved his friends, he was always there if they needed him.
He loved his parents, he loved and respected his parents so much.
He loved his family, Me, Jo-Jo and Sierra.
We will never understand. I pray you are at peace, and in heaven. That your soul and mind are serene. My heart will break for you forever, you deserved so much more than this, as did the ones you left behind.
Michael Scott DeBenedetto was a good man with a great heart. So much talent and so much to live for.
Love Aunt Fay
May 23, 2007
What a shock. There is no words to express how I feel. You are in my prayers.
Laurie Young
May 23, 2007
Love you and will miss you!
Crystal & Nick D'Alessandro
May 23, 2007
You will forever be remembered in our hearts and dearly missed. Our sympathy to your family and loved ones. Goodbye Michael.
Jackie Bruce (Forest)
May 23, 2007
Mike, I hope you know how much we all love you. We will miss you even more. Thank you for everything you have done for me, I truly appreciate you. God Bless!
Diana Michaelson
May 23, 2007
I love you and miss you Mike.
Noel Thomas
May 23, 2007
Dear De Benedetto Family,
Please accept my condolences for your loss. I went to High School with Mike.
Noel Thomas
Nikki, Carrie & Devin
May 23, 2007
We love you Mikey D!!! You will always be Devin's Super Hero!! We will make sure to smooch Sierra's cheeks for you all the time, and be by Angie and Jo Jo's side through everything...They REALLY miss you too!!
Diana Michaelson
May 23, 2007
I miss you Mike.
Dan & Jane Crandell
May 23, 2007
Mike - We are going to miss you. You were like family to all of us. We will miss your enthusiasm and dependability and your big heart. You were like a brother to some of us and like a son to some of us, but most of all you were a very good friend to all of us at Cranbrook Construction, Inc.
Sheryl Hughes
May 23, 2007
I can't picture Mike's face without a huge smile on it... and it would light up his whole face and make me smile, too. Babysitting Mike and his sister was my first 'job' and that was a great summer that I will never forget. Thank you, Karen, for all the great times you let me share with all of you. Karen and family... I love you and miss you and wish I could be there. Love, Sheryl
Jennifer Shultis
May 23, 2007
Michael has always been a kind, generous, gentle and loving person to me. Michael always knew how to make me smile. He will be truly missed and he will be remembered always.
RON & JEN KINGSLEY
May 23, 2007
WE LOVE YOU!!!
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