It's been a hard few months without Michael, one of the nicest and most fun people I've ever had the honor of knowing. His passing is still a shock to me. Michael and I were very close, and it's hard losing one of my best friends but he's still with me in my thoughts every day! It was one of the highlights of my day when he would appear and he is sorely missed by everyone. Love you Mike!

Miss you a lot Mike. Feels strange not bumping into you everywhere, feels like something is missing. The town just isn't the same without you. Miss your smile, miss our chats and discussions and miss your always positive view on things. You were one of the nicest and most genuine people I've ever known.

Today is Mike’s birthday. So I was thinking of him and Googled him. I am heartsick that what I found was Mike’s obituary. Mike was honest, decent, trustworthy, loving, affectionate, kind, and adventurous  My mother loved him and wanted me to marry Mike.  I don’t know how he died, but Ii believe he is in heaven now.