My husband Mike was a wonderful complex man full of honesty and integrity.  He would eagerly go out of his way to help people.  He loved traveling, camping, fishing and hunting.  He did beautiful wood working. He loved having friends and family over for dinners and visits.  He liked cooking for folks.  He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

If anyone would like to leave a message or add pictures to this memorial it will be appreciated.

Barb,  my heart breaks for u.  I was very blessed for our long standing friendship.   Mike was an amazing big hearted man.  My memories of our partys, get togethers and his humor will always be with me.
When dust settles I'll  call you.
Hugs and love, Sidney

Wonderfully Complex are definitely attributes of my big brother.  He loved a good joke and would take it to the extremes if he could.  As a kid I remember Mike letting me go hunting when we were visiting down in Effingham.  Well he got a rabbit, which was awesome except for the fact that Mike stated he took me with to carry the game.  A new experience for me so I did as instructed and grabbed by its back legs.  Totally unexpected though was how high I jumped when the damned thing tried jumping out of my hands.  Forgetting that animals will often continue moving even after they’re dead; Mike definitely got the last laugh.  Barb, it’ll take you a long time before you can find some sense of normal again.  Through all this pain that you don’t deserve but it comes when losing a spouse; hopefully remembering the humorous side of life Mike enjoyed so much will bring you comfort.

Please don't send flowers or monetary contributions.  Times are rough for people with this virus going around. Just take care of yourselves and be healthy and happy.

Barb, I worked with Mike for many years.  He had a great sense of humor and I enjoyed working with him.  I will miss him.  I will be making a donation to our local food bank here in Star in Mike's name and memory, for those in need at this time of angst.  My condolences and prayers are with you and Mike's family.  Stay healthy.

Perry and I are sorry to hear of Mike's passing.  Mike was a great coworker at FAA, could always count on him to get back to you when needed, to give the straight scoop, and get to the bottom of anything.   I remember him always having a healthy snack at some point during a workday, and once with a fresh orange in hand saying his wife was always taking care of him.  Enjoyed his FB posts.

Barb I’m so sorry to hear about Mike. I will keep you in my prayers.
Jim had so much fun hunting with him in Alaska... Such wonderful memories. He always had such a great smile and sense of humor.
My condolences. Linda N

Barb, we will always treasure our memories from Cordova, Alaska, when we first met you and Mike.  He was such an awesome man.  So funny and enjoyable to be around.  I remember he used to give Brandon heck and loved getting him all riled up!  We had some good times together.  We were like family in Cordova because none of us had family around.  Love you and praying for you, friend.  

Aunt Barb, my deepest sympathy and Condolences. Uncle Mike was a Man's man and no one can duplicate him. We will miss him. Love you, my Condolences to everyone on our side of the family, to all of the Bezdon family and all of his friends.

Mike was a good boss and a good friend.  We had some good times In Cordova.
Will miss him!

We weren't biological but he truly was a Dad! He loved us and we loved him. He gave me so many lasting experiences that I'll cherish forever. You'll never be forgotten and will always be in my heart. Love you Dad!

Since we lived so far away we did not get to visit with Mike very often but when we did we enjoyed listening to his stories of fishing in Alaska and other general stuff. He was a good husband to my cousin and we liked him very much. God grant Barb peace and comfort. Cousin Audrey

Our hearts were broken the day you left us in this world.  Noel and I considered you and Barb as family.  You showed us the love for cooking, camping and fishing and so much more. Very grateful and thankful that we were able to see you last December.  You will forever be in our hearts.  May you rest in peace big guy!

so sorry to hear about mike.  want to thank barb and mike for all the good times in Juneau,ak.  if it wasn't for mike, I would have never caught a salmon or a halibut in Juneau.  we will continue to think and talk about you 2 for ever.

Mike and I have been first cousins for life and great friends since I can remember  I will miss him  
Paul J Brunzie

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Bob & Stephanie Ostrowski

I wish i could name all of the wild wonderful places my gandfather and grandmother took me as a small child growing up in Alaska. Grandpa was always making sure that there were activites and adventures for us children growing up, and though it's been a long time, i still have a photographic memory for many moments fshing, campfires with glacier views, long drives, and wild animals.

I'm even fairly certain that Grandpa Mike taught me how to ride a bike, which is still my favorite activity at 30! I'll miss my grandfather, and he will always be a reminder to make the upmost of the time we have to share with the ones we love.

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Even though most of the time that we've known Mike  has been spent thousands of miles apart, we miss him!  He leaves a big hole in our hearts!

To all who new my brother I pray that some we find comfort in our healing. I know we'll miss he was a great person that cared. And I pray all is immediate family that we will always cherish the moments that we spent with him. This is Mark Bezdon and may God bless all of us. In Jesus name we pray amen.

I would like to thank everyone for the condolences and good wishes.  Thanks everyone for the tributes.  Mike would have loved them all.  Bless all of you.

I miss my brother very much and I know each and everyone that new him feels the same way. I hope and pray that all of us remember the goods times we had with him. I'm sure that's what he would want from us.

Gone but never forgotten.  I am so thankful for the wonderful years I had with Mike and the good things he has done for me.  Missing him.

A blessed birthday memory for Michael, with love Barbara

Still being missed.