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Doreen True
March 17, 2020
My condolences to your family. I recently sent an email to Michael regarding my husband's comic collection and did not receive a reply. When I checked Michael on the computer I learned that he passed away a few years after my husband. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and know your pain. Michael and my husband, Raymond True, were lovers of Classic Comics.
Bernie FRATTO
November 18, 2019
I saw a great movie the other day. I wanted to call my good friend/colleague Mike Berkus. That's what we used to do. Often we went to movies together... Then we would talk about them. Talking about them was even better than the movie itself.... RIP, Mike. You are gone, but never forgotten... Bernie Fratto
April 8, 2018
Mike was very good friend to my late father.
He spoke with such pride of Nate. My dad became a huge fan of yours. My father got genuine pleasure from listening to your dad's memories and following g your show.
Mark Hower
August 26, 2017
Came across this just browsing. Worked with Mike in the 80's plus some.He was always inspiring to me. Hello Mark Rubin and Bernie Fratto !
February 2, 2016
Hello I as so sorry for your loss of Micheal he came in corner bakery were i work always smiling with theguys from the gym your right he was a bleesing he will be truely missed...
December 9, 2015
Mike was so kind and generous to anyone that he met on any given day! Mike and Sher would come to Nieuport 17 Restaurant in Tustin Cal and all of would feel so happy to see them!! I have been so sad that he was taken so soon--but The Good Lord has plans for him. Love to all the family Sher and please--when you have a moment---know that both You and Mike brought sunshine to Patti,Mr.Bettis,Myself and so many!!! We send our Heartfelt thoughts and prayers, Ellen [email protected]
Steve Rittenberg
December 1, 2015
My condolences. Mike was always a gracious and generous man. All who knew him will miss him.
lynn goldman
November 29, 2015
I have know Mike since grade school. Always a pleasure to be with. One of the most happy, generous, in love with his family and life type of guys,A true friend. His bonding with his friends always to be admired. He will be missed.
My sincere condolences
Lynn Belkin Goldman
November 29, 2015
I have know Mike since grade school. Never knew a greater, happy , more generous, and in love with his family kind of man. Always a joy to be in his company. His bonding with his old friends so evident. He will be missed for so many reasons. How lucky I am to have had him in my life.
With deepest sympathy for his family.
Sincerely,
Lynn Belkin Goldman
Pamela Newlin
November 27, 2015
In remembrance of Michael Berkus, dad to the TV personality and designer, Nate Berkus. The wedding photo of a loving father with his son is now a priceless memory. Thank you for sharing that with the public, Nate. I light a candle to send thoughts of comfort and God's peace to all who mourn the loss of Mr.Berkus.
paul gerber
November 26, 2015
i had originally met mike in high school. he was a part of a group of guys we both hung out with. he was a great addition to our group. he was a really good person then and still was when i saw him at the 50th reunion.
Duke Pullman
November 25, 2015
I met Mike many yrs ago in the baseball card hobby.Mike was a local heavyweight in the hobby.We started a small local club of collectors and occasionally met at peoples homes to trade and kibitz. Mike, hosted a few of these gatherings in his home and supplied a generous spread of Deli-delights.While @ his home,Mike would share some of the rare collectibles he owned.I remember that he had an unopened box of 1955 Bowmans.He was a great man and I am sad of his passing.
Bernie Fratto
November 24, 2015
In addition to being friends for 32 years, Mike and I were also business associates. I've never met a quicker wit, backed by common sense and a bright mind. You always wanted to be around Mike. He wasn't just the life of the party, he was the party. His spirit lives on as I have the great benefit of replaying many of our thought provoking conversations in my mind throughout our travels, literally and figuratively. RIP my man...And please say hi to Mickey Mantle for me...
Ken Goldin
November 24, 2015
Mike Came to my office in 1994 because he saw an opportunity with my company (Score Board inc.) A month after he was hired as a consultant, my father, the Chairman and CEO died unexpectedly. I immediately hired Mike as my Sr. Vice President and we worked closely together for two years. I remember taking Mike out for his 50th birthday and saying 'This is the coolest old guy I ever met' ( I was 30). Mike was funny, creative, and had a positive attitude and was a great optimist, which we all needed at that time. 17 Years later when I was starting a new business I called for his advice....it was "Call the company Goldin Auctions". He taught me a lot and will be missed.
mark rubin
November 24, 2015
mike and his family were lifelong friends with myself, and my family. my mom liked his middle name so much ,she gave me the same one. mike gave me an opportunity for 11 years to work with his business, operate the dancing waters show at the disney hotel, buy and sell old records, and many other things. mike was much more like a brother to me. i will miss him always. rest in peace buddy
Howard Gleeman
November 24, 2015
Mike loved family and friends.
He was caring and generous to all and had a great smile and sense of humor.
He will be missed.
2015 Chicago Sports Convention
Howard Gleeman
November 24, 2015
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