Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Michael Cinqmars Obituary
Mike passed away in his sleep Friday, December 11th 2009 in Apple Valley.
Mike lived his life on a motorcycle. At the age of five he started out, at what he would be destined to do-"RIDE".
In 1999 Mike won the Silver Medal in the First X-Games Freestyle Competition. He then went onto making countless motorcross videos, he also produced his own Bio Film (35/01 My Trip). He did many extreme Jumps for MTV. Mike helped pave the way for what FREESTYLE MOTORCROSS is today, because of what Mike accomplished in the industry he will always be known as a (FREESTYLE LEGEND).
Mike is survived by his parents, Michael and Lillie Cinqmars of Apple Valley, sister and brother-in-law, Brandon and Cassey Fisher. God-Daughter, Taylor Sturtz, his nephew Michael Fisher aka (His little man) and niece Allie Fisher, Grandmother, Herta Coole, many uncles, aunts , cousins and friends.
Mike is preceded in death by his Uncles, Andrew Coole, and Helmet Coole, Grandmother, Joyce Cingmars, aunt, Trinia Coole , Uncle, Charles L. Coole Jr. and Grandfather, Charles L. Coole "Pops".
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 11 :00 A.M. at the Roy Rogers Dale Evans Chapel at Sunset Hills, 24000 Waalew Road, in Apple Valley, California 92307.
MAY YOU RIDE WITH THE ANGELS NOW! FREE OF ALL PAIN.
In lieu of Flowers the Cinqmars family is asking you please make donations to Sunset Hills Mortuary c/o Mike Cinqmars, 24000 Waalew Road, Apple Valley, CA 92307.
Sunset Hills Memorial Park and Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Updated service information and online guest book are available at sunsethills.cc.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Michael Cinqmars
Bill Thomas
August 9, 2025
RIP Mike, Forever an inspiration
January 11, 2010
rest in peace cinq ( phil ,uk )
Shannon Show
December 30, 2009
All though i never met you i followed your career i kept hearing about this kid from Apple Valley that was doing some crazy sick stuff on a bike you made alot of high desert people proud and helped lifted the sport to an even higher level i'm sure your taking it to an even higher level riding with angels RIP mike my thoughts and prayers to your family
Diane Scott
December 24, 2009
Rest in Peace Mike. You will be missed. My peace and condolences to your family. God send.
December 21, 2009
RIP mike you will be missed
December 20, 2009
I have always thought about you over the years. You were always so much fun to be around. You are one of many taken to early and I will always have fond memories of you Mike. Rest in peace.
sarahj sacapano
December 20, 2009
michael i will deeply miss you and wish i could have seen you alot sooner before you have left so soon! i love you with all my heart and will forever miss you im so apologetic to the family that i was unable to attend the service... you always amazed me with everything you did i will treasure you as a bestfriend/ boyfriend and hold you dear to my heart god bless you and may you rest in peace with jesus christ and all of the angels in heaven love always sarah sacapano
Alexis Torres
December 20, 2009
Dear Mike:
You were an inspiration and a motorcross god send. You were excellent at what you did, and showed all of us that with hard work and dedication, we really can be who and what we want to be. I think your style was off the chain, and I enjoyed watching your stunts! I was one of the many lucky ones who went to both Jr High and High School with you. We are all going to miss you soooooo much and miss your style. I am sad that you had to go so soon, but god must have needed his ANGEL back, so may you forever rest in peace, and may you always look over and protect your family, now you will be not only everyone's hero, but guardian angel also. My condolences and greatest sympathy goes out to you and your family always, and I will keep all of them, and your colleagues, and your so many friends in my prayers. You will be missed greatly, but never forgoten. Your legacy will LIVE ON!! Unfortunately I was not able to attend your service, although I really did try, but just couldn't get down there, because I am in NOR CAL. I hope the service was just as beautiful as I imagined it, to be, and am so glad they put bikes there and did one last ride for you!! May you just be in your final resting place free of pain, and heartache. God Bless. So glad I got the opportunity to have you in my life just like everyone else. AVJHS and AVSHS will always remember you, ALWAYS. In the words of BOYS II MEN, "IT IS SO HARD TO SAY GOODBYE! To what we had, the good times and the bad, and to be the sunshine after the rain." Life really is too short. May this be a lesson to everyone: To not take one single moment for granted, as tomorrow is not promised. If you love somebody tell them , no matter what, never look back wondering what you should have said or did. Life is the REAL DEAL, there are no dress rehearsals, deleted scenes or cuts, or do overs, this is it, LIFE is SHOWTIME!!...SHOWTIME!! And we only live ONCE.~Alexis M. Torres, Cameron Park, CA
"Take yourself beyond all limits, for you never know if there is a tomorrow."~Quote by Alexis M. Torres
"Never be afraid to catch what your heart desires."~Quote by Alexis M. Torres
"Death is a blessing from above, it means no more suffering here on Earth.'~Quote by Alexis M. Torres
"TIME TO GO"-Written by: Alexis M. Torres
His voice calls upon me so fast, as I slowly drift on to the past. Where I can lay forever asleep, and will be guided everywhere I may leap. To explore new places and see new ways. I know now this is the end of my days. I cry for help, because I am in great fear , then he turns to me and wipes away every shedded tear, and says, don't be scared. For you are going because it is time, not because you are dared. My time here is all complete. I must go now to a place of eternal retreat. So please don't cry and mourn for me. Instead smile and be happy, because where I have gone is a much better place, you'll see. Just remember I'll be here watching over you, helping you to get well and guiding your heart in whatever it wants to do. I say goodbye and wish you well, for it is now time to part. Don't forget I love you, with all my heart. One day we'll meet again, face to face. But until then go on to finish the race. Alexis M. Torres..RIP CINQ'
DESTINY HERNANDEZ
December 19, 2009
MIKEY
I REALLY DONT KNOW WHAT TO SAY BUT I WILL MISS U SO VERY MUCH AND LOVE U WITH ALL MY HEART.SAY HI TO ARE UNCLES FOR ME AND GRANDPA ALSO GIVE MY MOM A BIG HUG AND KISS FOR ME AND TELL HER I MISS HER. I KNOW U AND UNCLE ANDY ARE RIDEING UP IN HEAVEN TOGETHER LIKE U GUYS ALWAYS DID UR WITH UR BEST FRIEND NOW.
LOVE ALWAYS,
DESTINY
Jamie Walker
December 19, 2009
Sorry I can't make it to the memorial today Mike was a great person & awesome rider! He will be missed by many. I love you Mike & will miss you! My condolences to his family may you find strength in knowing he is no longer in pain & is in the arms of the Lord now!! God Bless You all!!
ELIZABETH BROWN
December 19, 2009
I DIDNT KNOW MIKE VERY WELL ,BUT I KNOW THAT HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH.I WILL BE PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY. REST IN PEACE MIKE. ELIZABETH BROWN
Rich Barnes
December 18, 2009
GREAT MEMORIES! We loved Mike! Since he was a teenager he loved motorcycles and everything about them. He will be missed. Our condolences go out to his family.
Aimee Baker
December 18, 2009
Mikey, I love you so much and will miss you terribly!!! Cassey and family, my condolences are with you and love you all too!! May you be in God's arms now Mikey...I love you tons!!
B. Richling
December 18, 2009
A true innovator to the industry, that few credited. I am grateful to have known and observed the the powerful skill that he possessed. He lent many skills and tactics to my own successful career. Ride fast Cinq.
Cameron Steele
December 17, 2009
Much respect is due Mike and his greatness on his motorcycle. Mike changed the way that people saw bikes and changed the way that other pros hoped to control theirs.
Mike was a style master and was looked up to by all who wanted to ride dirt bikes.
Although we were not close I had the opportunity to announce his 2nd place run at the first ever X-Games moto event, work on 1000 mile jump with him and sponsor him when I was at MCD. Today Deegs, Twitch and I spoke of and thought of Mike and are bummed that we can not be there to pay respect as we are all obligated in Elsinore on the same day as Mike's service.
As I told Mike's sister, I just hope that Cinq is roosting the pearly gates with Pierce, Jones, Lusk and Thiel, all riders who checked out before their time but who all shared the love of airing out dirt bikes.
GOD Speed Mike
Jenelle Wouda
December 17, 2009
R.I.P. Mike & God bless you & your family....All I can say is I am grateful to have met you & experienced the times I did with you, I will be forever grateful to you introducing & bringing Billy into my life. I'll never forget when the three of us were down at the beach & you & I thought we seen whales in the ocean & we were tripping out & then Billy says" "those are rocks"..You & I were so bummed cuz we thought we seen something cool & they were just dang rocks!!! Goodtimes! Also Claim Jumper-"WHO LET THE DOGS OUT!", those of you that were there will know what that means!! LOL. You hold a special place in so many peoples hearts, we will miss you & our hearts will hurt for you...Ride on champ, ride on!!!
Jerry Konrad
December 17, 2009
I cant explain in words what its like to be young and share a time with friends that will always be remembered,life has many roads as we both chose ours and drifted apart as many childhood friends do,the memories of the times we had stay with me always.My son is a fan and has watched many of your videos and It is with great pain I will tell him today one of his heroes is gone,Gone but never forgotten.Thanks for the memories Mike.Our prayers are with your family.
micharl davies
December 17, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
BUG!!
December 17, 2009
Hey Mike we were more like aquaintances than friends but I will always remember the way we all used to laugh when we all gathered at the Lavorci's house. Good times, great friends, now great memories! May God bless your family in their time of sorrow, but help them to know the freedoms of the other side of the gate. R.I.P Mike
Teanna Lavorci-Gonzales
December 17, 2009
I dont even know where to start. I considered Mike as one of my brothers. He was best friends with my brothers Timmy and Billy. You could not take them apart from eachother. He was a pain in the butt like the rest of them. They all had so many good times together, I have alot of stories I could tell. Mike was very great at what he did, so Mike you keep it going strong with the angels. I love you bro and deeply miss you. I remember just the other day when you came to my house to see me, woke me up in the middle of the night cause you hadnt seen me in years, I was shocked but I will never forget what you told me Mike. It will stay between just me and you. I love you and you keep riding with those angels. You will always be in my heart. Love you brother!!!!
Pat Fortier
December 17, 2009
With each memory, we meet again with those we love, for the heart will never forget.....With love & prayers for the Cingmar Family
Mike was a wonderful friend to the Lavorci Family, he will always hold a place in our thoughts and hearts for ever and never be forgotten. I have so many funny stories and memories of him when he was a child-teenager....So many antics with you and Tim...LOL
Love to you all,
Pat (Lavorci)Fortier
Cassey Fisher
December 17, 2009
Mike, Rest In Peace my dear brother! Ride with the Angels, Free of all Pain! I miss you more than you know, you will live on forever in us I know. Hey 1 down and 4 up, you took the biggest jump of your life. See you in Heaven baby.. I love you
JP
December 16, 2009
"We might of lost ourselves in this world, but what we did in the end, is no match to what we did in the beginning" - Growing up with you Cinq was pretty damn cool! Condolences to the Cinqmars Family, thanks for sharing Mike with the world!
Patrick Patterson
December 16, 2009
I have so many great memories with Mike over the years! He was like an older brother to me in many ways! I remember rollin to motorcross events and clubin together with him for years, having the time of our life!! Going to Mike and Lillie's house in the summer for pool parties, and of course watching Mike do incredible things on a motorcycle I had never seen. I recall going with Nick and Timmy down to Arrowhead hospital many times to visit him after his accident, even in his lowest moment he was always a positive and upbeat dude! I always looked up to Mike, he was the type of guy that was good at everything he tried, which made me try to better myself that much more. I will hold our memories inside of me forever and will miss him till we meet again! Love you bro!
Patrick aka Ditty
Patrick Patterson
December 16, 2009
I have so many great memories with Mike over the years! He was like an older brother to me in many ways! I remember rollin to motorcross events and clubin together with him for years, having the time of our life!! Going to Mike and Lillie's house in the summer for pool parties, and of course watching Mike do incredible things on a motorcycle I had never seen. I recall going with Nick and Timmy down to Arrowhead hospital many times to visit him after his accident, even in his lowest moment he was always a positive and upbeat dude! I always looked up to Mike, he was the type of guy that was good at everything he tried, which made me try to better myself that much more. I will hold our memories inside of me forever and will miss him till we meet again! Love you bro!
Patrick aka Ditty
Patrick Patterson
December 16, 2009
I will always remember all the great times we had together! You were a good friend, like an older brother to me in many ways! I will miss you and hold all of our memories inside my heart for the rest of my life!! Patrick aka Ditty
Patrick Patterson
December 16, 2009
I have so many great memories with Mike over the years! He was like an older brother to me in many ways! I remember rollin to motorcross events and clubin together with him for years, having the time of our life!! Going to Mike and Lillie's house in the summer for pool parties, and of course watching Mike do incredible things on a motorcycle I had never seen. I recall going with Nick and Timmy down to Arrowhead hospital many times to visit him after his accident, even in his lowest moment he was always a positive and upbeat dude! I always looked up to Mike, he was the type of guy that was good at everything he tried, which made me try to better myself that much more. I will hold our memories inside of me forever and will miss him till we meet again! Love you bro!
Patrick aka Ditty
Tifani Bachman
December 16, 2009
My memories with you will forever be held in my heart...
Wilder
December 16, 2009
My kids rode with him on many trips around the desert. They also watch his jump at his Apple Valley home. He will be greatly missed, but flying with the angel on wheels. Our condolences to all.
Showing 1 - 29 of 29 results
Make a Donation
in Michael Cinqmars's name
Memorial Events
for Michael Cinqmars
How to support Michael's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Michael Cinqmars's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
