Michael's Memory Wall
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I'm sorry to hear this Cindy. Mike was a great guy. I remember my dad picking us up from Fort Knox when we came home on leave. We laughed at our haircuts and questioned coming home because of them.
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Rollie Yeske
March 18th, 2020 at 1:06pm
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He will be missed. I was privileged to know and work with him these last 2 years on the bowling board of directors.
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Sharon Paul
March 18th, 2020 at 10:49am
Susan and I were so saddened to hear of Mikeβs passing. We were fortunate to have been able to meet Mike, and so enjoyed his friendship. Our hearts, and prayers go out to Cindy, Angela and Family at this difficult time.
Gregg and Susan Miller
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Susan Miller
March 18th, 2020 at 9:33am
My heart is so heavy of losing such a great man. Had many great times bowling, after bowling parties and the Credit Union dances. Worked with him at Gast and he was always kind to everyone. Cindy and family I pray for your strength during this time. Love to you always, Cindy Fannin.
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Cindy Fannin
March 18th, 2020 at 8:34am
Theresa and I were very shocked and saddened to hear of Mike's passing. I only spent 5 yrs in Michigan, but Mike quickly became one of those friends that you feel you've known forever.I met him at Gast and I remember him coming to me one day and asking if I liked to bowl....little did I know what was in store. I always enjoyed bowling with him in the Men's league, and the Friday night league was always the highlight of my week...especially when we had to bowl against each other. Not only was he one of the best bowlers I've seen (golfer too), but more importantly he was one of the best people I've ever known. Our condolences to Cindy, Angela, and all of the grandchildren.
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Brian & Theresa Buck
March 17th, 2020 at 9:12pm
Cindy I am so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. The Irish use the term "passing" because the person is passing on to a better place. Reading the memories that were shared by your friends, what fun you all had. Remember all those memories. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Nancy Hendrix
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Nancy Hendrix
March 17th, 2020 at 10:19am
To you Cindy and the rest of Mikeβs family I want to send my condolences for an amazing man. Every time I would see Mike he would always ask about my husband and then say tell him I said hi. They went to school together. Mike was a very kind and thoughtful person and will be greatly missed on the board for all he did. May your hearts be filled with all your memorable moments with him ππππ
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Elizabeth (Betsy) Albrecht
March 17th, 2020 at 9:40am
I remember Mike as a hero. A very good man that was fortunate to meet and wed his perfect match. A smile always comes to my face when I remember
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Bill Sullivan
March 16th, 2020 at 3:51pm
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I have many great memories as a kind of roady for his band's gigs to sitting across the table at our weekly poker games to going to the bank for coffee and a spring start-up loan. Lana & I always looked forward to seeing him & Cindy, Ed and Ed & Carol at Dune Lake. Great Times with great Friends. Rest In Peace my Friend.
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Randy R Kime
March 15th, 2020 at 4:40pm
So sad to receive the news of Mikeβs passing. He and I worked together , years ago, at the bank. He was a great guy and a true friend. I hope that the memories and your family will help you, Cindy, for the long road ahead. My sincere sympathy.
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Ruth Ann Millhouse
March 15th, 2020 at 12:16pm
So sorry to learn of the passing on of Mike. I enjoyed eating lunch with the "guys" from the bank in Hartford, especially that young Mike. Such a nice "kid!" Years later, would again happily join him for lunch as volunteers at the Watervliet Hospital. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
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Arlene Ward
March 14th, 2020 at 8:08am
So sorry for Cindy and all of Mikeβs family and friends. I worked with Mike at Gast for many years. Bowled in a league with him, golfed, played euchre, eve camped with him out at Cindyβs family camp ground. He was a good friend, and we shared many laughs together. I will hold onto all of those fond memories. My love and condolences to you Cindy and all your family. I will miss him a lot!
Marc Pendergrass
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Marc Pendergrass
March 14th, 2020 at 7:43am
Dave and I send our deepest sympathies to you, Cindy, and your entire family. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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Karen Zdenahlik
March 13th, 2020 at 9:05am
My deepest sympathies and love to Cindy, Angie, and the rest of Michaelβs family and friends! I am very proud to be one of his friends! For many years, I worked with Mike at Gast, bowled with him and Cindy (usually against them which wasnβt an easy task), enjoyed many social events, and we served on the Board of Directors of the Gast Employees Credit Union together. Our friend group is very fortunate to have made some of the best memories with you and your family, some being our Owosso Bowling trips and Tourney, Charity bowls, Lakeshore Lanes and other bowling leagues, Credit Union Dinner dances, birthday parties, and gatherings in βthe woodsβ! Iβm sure Iβve missed something! When Mike offered his friendship...itβs was true, genuine, and a blessing! Mike, when I say youβll be missed, itβs an understatement! Iβll be forever grateful to have been considered a friend and Iβm a better person for it!!
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Sue Johnson Hasse
March 12th, 2020 at 4:18pm
