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TROTTER Michael Trotter, age 55, died May 5, 2006. Viewing for Family and Friends on May 12, 2006 from 5-8PM at Lewis -Smith Mortuary, Inc. Funeral Services: Saturday, May 13, 2006, 10:00AM, Abyssinia Missionary Baptist Church. Internment Edgewood Cemetery. Repass will be held at The Moncrief Center. Barbara L. Smith F.D.I.C. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on May 12, 2006.

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Kristen (Pebbles) Bartos-McClain

June 9, 2006

How I remember my greatUncle Michael.He never called me Kristen when i was small,he always called me Pebbles.All of the family shared his talents and he displayed it with love. Gone But Not Forgotten. Love your Great Niece Kristen

Janice Williams

June 8, 2006

Family & Our Many Friends,



What a Mighty God We Serve to have given us our beloved Uncle Michael for 55 years. He shared the talents given by God to all who needed him and we will be forever greatful.



As I look back over our life he grew up with his older neices and nephews, so while growing up we remember him as mostly a quiet and sometime shy person. As we see thoughout the bible God chose to give special gifts and blessing to the ones He thought worthy. Uncle Michael was blessed to be one.



Jesus told us He came to this earth to serve not to be served, thank you Uncle Michael for your service. Jesus also told us what we do for the least of our brothers we do for Him. Thank you Uncle Michael for what you did for everyone.



You showed love to your family and friends by interacting with us all.



Thank you God for Michael Patrick Trotter.



Neice

Jan

Deanna Bartos

June 5, 2006

To Our Family.



We will all miss Michael very much. He contributed a lot in all our lives. When I look around in our home, Kurt and I can see the love that Michael put into it. He never did a half job. He always gave his best. I have this tract "WHAT HOPE FOR DEAD LOVED ONES? This tract is where I get my comfort.



Job (Job 14:14, King James Version) asked "If a man die, shall he live again? How would you feel if you knew that a reunion (Resurrection) with our loved ones was possible right here on earth under the best of conditions?



The Bible makes the promise: "Your dead ones will live...They will rise up." And the Bible also says: "The righteous themselves will posses the earth, and they will reside forever upon it." Isaiah 26:19; Psalm 37:29. I have real confidence in Jehovah's Promise.

I am looking forward to seeing my family members: My father, grandparents, daughter, uncles, aunts and many cousins. This will really be a family reunion.



This is my Uncle Michael's night. I was reading what "Eknath Easwaran" said and it made me think of Uncle Michael "Live your life in a manner that never infringes on the happiness of anyone". Michael did just that. I have so many memories of Michael to hold on to from Springfield, Massachusetts back to Jacksonville. Michael was my youngest uncle but just like a younger brother.



I have confidence in the Resurrection Hope. I am looking forward to see Michael along with our other family members.

Kenneth Rickerson

June 4, 2006

Everybody worried about Uncle Edward, and God call Uncle Michael just maybe God needed a Good General Contractor in heaven. "Maybe"?

Daona Williams

June 2, 2006

To My Family (The Trotter Family),

God blessed us when he placed a man with such dignity and self-worth in our lives. It is truly an honor to have been related to such a respected and loved man. Our memories of Uncle Michael's sense of humor and straightforwardness will never be forgotten. We hope that you are taking it easy on those folks in heaven and not being too hard on them...LOL

We Love You, We Miss You, and We will meet again at "The Property" in Heaven.

From Your Great Niece

"Bona"

Lona g. Cox

May 16, 2006

Dearest Gina:

God be with you at this time and know I'm lifting you up to the Lord. Take care.

Mashella Humphrey

May 15, 2006

Dear Trotter family and my friend Regina: My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I know you are going to miss Michael but you should really be rejoicing.He's now in the presence and company of our Lord, Jesus Christ. No more bills, no more hard times that we go through in this physical life. I believe the Lord is now using Michael's talents and skills to help build those beautiful mansions he promised us all.

Dorothea Kent

May 15, 2006

May God hold you and your family in his Hands during this very difficult time.

Meghan Hull

May 15, 2006

Mike,

You have my deepest condolences on your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Janet Owen

May 14, 2006

Dear Mike - it's so hard to think of you hurting because you are always making everyone around you feel so good. Please let it be our turn to be there for you like you always are for us. We love you and will be holding you and your family up for strength, comfort and peace.

Pamela Chally

May 12, 2006

Michael,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless!

Pam Niemczyk

May 12, 2006

Michael,

I was so sorry to hear the news. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

lawrence Shaw

May 12, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with Michael. Please accept our deepest sympathies. From the family in the Washington DC area.

Jessica Sabbs

May 12, 2006

Dear Mikey,

May GOD continue to bless you and your family during your loss. Just remember, GOD puts no more on you than you can handle. Remember the good times and it will start the healing process.

SHANNON TROTTER-JACKSON

May 12, 2006

TO MY UNCLE MICHAEL YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY THE ENTIRE FAMILY INCLUDING ME. WHENEVER WE WERE DOWN YOU KNEW HOW TO PICK US ALL up. JUST LIKE UNCLE DABO SAID YOU WAS THE GLUE THAT KEPT THE FAMILY TOGETHER. YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY US ALL. MAKE SURE THAT YOU SAVE A SPOT FOR ME UP THERE IN THAT MANSION THAT YOU ARE BUILDING UP THERE IN HEAVEN. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE THE RAISINET TO ME. I LOVE YOU UNCLE MIKE AND I WILL SEE YOU LATER.





LUV YA!!!!!

SHANNON TROTTER-JACKSON

Ada Sayre

May 12, 2006

The Trotter Family,



Remember that your loss is shared by many friends who care. Mike was a wonderful man. My prayers go out to your family. I feel blessed to have known him. God be with you all.

Charles Eyer

May 12, 2006

Michael,

I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts will be with you during this difficult time.

Charlie

Tammy Anderson

May 12, 2006

Mike,

If you are anything like your father, there is definitely a ray of sunshine missing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Just remember "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal!". Tammy, Tony, Brittainee & Peyton Anderson (UNF)

Charlotte Marshall

May 12, 2006

Dear Gina,

You know that you and your family are in my prayers. Take comfort in knowing that he is with his Father and you will meet again one day.

BETTYE BROWN

May 12, 2006

MICHAEL,GOD GIVE US OUR LOVE ONES AND WHEN THEIR WORK IS DONE, HE CALL THEM HOME.SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR FATHER.MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Pat and Joe Watson

May 12, 2006

May our prayers comfort you and your family.



UNF and Woody's

Deborah Bundy

May 12, 2006

Michael:

Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Ted and Sara Clark

May 12, 2006

Dearest Family and Friends of Michael,



Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to all of you. The loss of someone as special as Michael can be so hard for those who are left behind. From what I have heard, and now read, Michael is a very loved, cherished and respected man. We shall celebrate his life, recall the memories and strive to live up to the standards that made Michael such a special person. May the Lord stretch out his hand over you and give you peace.

Ann Witherspoon-Favors

May 11, 2006

To Sherry and the Family of Michael Trotter,



May you feel the EMBRACE OF GOD'S UNCONDITIONAL LOVE, SUPPORT AND SOLACE during this tremendous HOUR.



My prayers remain Fervent and Faithful. Psalm 46:1 GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH IN THE TIME OF TROUBLE.



LOVE IN CHRIST,



ANN WITHERSPOON-FAVORS

SIS. MARJORIE SHEPPARD

May 11, 2006

SIS. HOLLOWAY,

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOST OF YOUR SON. MAY GOD BLESS AND STRENGHTEN YOU IS MY PRAYER.

Deleanor Teage

May 11, 2006

Dear Gina, may the Lord shower his joyful smiles and blessing upon you and the family. Let His love continue to flow around everyone for strenght.

Carolyn Smith

May 11, 2006

Dearest Gina,



My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. All my love.

Brenda & Kecia Woods

May 11, 2006

To the Trotter Family:

For the memories you cherish, though they sometimes bring a tear, will help you to feel that your father's love is always very near. Our Deepest Sympatny

AFSCME Region II, Locals and Staff

May 11, 2006

To the Family of the Late Michael Trotter ...

May loving memories of the one who meant so much to you bring peace and comfort to your heart and ease your sorrow.

President Jeanette D. Wynn and Council 79 Staff

May 11, 2006

To the Family of the Late Michael Trotter ...

Because He walked among us as a man, Jesus understands how much it hurts to lose someone you love. And because He's always with us as our Lord and our Comforter, He has the power to touch our hearts and to help us bear the sorrow.

karen randolph

May 11, 2006

To Auntie Boobie, Auntie Katiemae, Uncle Robert, Uncle Edward and the rest of the Trotter family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Uncle Michael touched both Ronald Jr and my life in a special way. As stated by Downetta, he was the kind of guy that will tell you just like it is. We will surely miss him. We are asking GOD to please keep each and everyone of you close to his own heart. We love you. Your nephews and niece.

Ronald Jr, Karen and Deionta Trotter

Mary O'Neal

May 11, 2006

Michael:

My prayers are with you and your family. Know that God shall send a comforter; trust and believe in Him.

Norma Brizzi

May 11, 2006

Mikey,

My sincere sympathy goes out to you and your family. Please know that we are all here for you.

The Ross Family

May 11, 2006

We send our deepest Sympathy to the Trotter family.

Chris DeVos

May 11, 2006

Mike, your UNF "family" loves you and I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to the entire Trotter family.

Tyran Lance

May 11, 2006

Don't give up, don't give in for the Lord knows your pain and he will comfort you through this time, be of good cheer for the Lord has already overcome the sting of death. May the Lord be with you all during this time

Peter & Janice Seetram

May 11, 2006

Dear Gigi, You know how much I love you and I must say it was such a pleasure haveing met Michael. The Lord allowed me and my husband to meet a good man that we had no ideal would soon become one of his beautiful angels. (Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted (matthew 5:4).

With that said Gina cry for we all knew how much you loved Michael and the Lord knew also but we are all here on borrowed time. May the Lord bless you with the strength you need to get through such a trying time in your life.

Just remember the sun will shine upon your face again and you will smile knowning that someday you will see him again. We Love you and the Lord Loves you too.

Kathy Westberry

May 11, 2006

Mikey and family -



Deepest condolences to you and to your family. Your UNF family is thinking of you.



Kathy Westberry

Mary Ann Bowen

May 11, 2006

God bless you and your entire family Mike. We are praying for you.

Ricky Grant

May 10, 2006

my deepest sympathy and condolences

to the Trotter family.

april bailey

May 10, 2006

well my uncle michael has jumped on the glory train and gone on to glory .god needed some work done on his altar and decided that uncle mike was the best man for the job.he will be truely missed. god did it for the best. god said in matthew 5:6 let the redeemed be blessed.uncle mike was a believer. we know that he is in a better place.god will take care of him. to my trotter family be of good courage.believe him and trust him the lord will do what he said. he's gone but never forgotten. love u uncle mike! save me a spot. see u there.

Ashley Trotter

May 10, 2006

My uncle was a very cool straight forward guy..he knew how to fix anything..lol...and when he fixed something for you ...it would be done to perfection...he will be truly missed...His presence will be with us always..especially at his favorite known spot "The Property"..which is know for many family gatherings...We will miss you! Rest in peace!



Love your neice

Ashley Monique Trotter

Nicole Butler Bryant

May 9, 2006

Our deepest condolences goes out to John, Latrice and the entire Trotter family. No one knows your pain but know this God will see you through. The loss of a love one is never easy. May God comfort you in your time of bereavement. Thank God for the times you shared. Rejoice and celebrate knowing that your love one woke up in the presence of the Lord.



Wait on the Lord be of good courage and He shall strenthen thine heart. (Psalms 27:14)



Doris, Ernest, Nicole, Monica & Mann

Dee Dee Carey

May 9, 2006

Dear "G"



I never met Michael, but just from hearing you speak about him, and how good of a person he was. I just wanted you to know no matter what I will be here for you, I am just a phone call away, and lord knows that you better use it....



Love always DeeDee

Joe&Rose Sanders

May 9, 2006

1COR.15:53-54 For this corruptible must put on incorruption,and this mortal must put on immortality. then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, death is swallowed up in victory", may these words bring comfort to the Trotter Family .

The Family of JoAnn Grant & Joann Bryant

May 9, 2006

To The Family of Michael Trotter,

We was very sadden to hear of the lost of Michael. May you find comfort in knowing, Michael is with the Lord. May God comfort you all in your time of sorrow.

Alicia Bird

May 9, 2006

Dear Gina,



Randy and I are with you in this time of sadness! We love you very much! Alicia

Downetta Trotter

May 9, 2006

Well another solider has been called to glory to do Gods work. It just does not seem like my Great-Uncle is gone he had so much energy he was so handy he is really going to be missed by alot of people. He was a tell it like it is kinda person and if you didn't like it that was your problem he was real. Who are we going to call on when we need something fixed and done to perfection by someone we can trust to do us right. He was a loner he didn't bother nobody but he would get you straight. I would like to say to my family that God will see us through this he knows best we will have a lot of good memories to reflect on may God bless him and keep him and have mercy on his soul. I just cannot believe he is gone. It happned so suddenly and unexpected. I'm gonna miss you UNCLE.

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