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Sally Vickery
January 16, 2025
Mike was a very compassionate man-always a friend, a mentor for the young, and a storyteller. History, especially the expeditions of Lewis and Clark, was a type of storytelling, and he loved sharing that with everyone. Music, church choir and harmonica playing, were important elements in his life. And Mike was curious, a lifelong learner who asked others to explain/show what they knew and he didn´t. A very human person, whom I have been so privileged to know.
Barbara Kondrach
January 14, 2025
Mike was one of the kindest men I´ve ever met. He always had a smile for me and a twinkle in his eye. I am thinking of Sue and your family today as you start to heal with God´s grace.
Sonja Godeken (Corbin)
January 14, 2025
I will remember Mike´s love of history-especially of the travels of Lewis and Clark-and how he generously shared his colorful stories with students and friends. A wonderful man who will be greatly missed. Sending love and sympathy to Sue and their family.
Joyce Callaway
January 14, 2025
Sue,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Mike was always a joy to be around at church.
Joyce (Campbell) Callaway
Barbara Cook (Grantham)
January 14, 2025
I´m so thankful to have known Mike and gotten to spend time around him my high school years. He was always sweet, kind and thoughtful. I have many fond memories of him. In fact, I used one of his lines on a young, dating couple in our church the other day. I said, a sweet gentleman in my church when I was growing up always told me "a handshake will do". I am sure he will be missed by many. Our prayers are with you all.
Bob Grantham
January 14, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bob & Carol Ann Grantham
January 14, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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