Denise, Patrick and Michelle, I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Know that "Uncle Mike's" light will shine through everyone he touched and I will carry treasured memories with me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dearest Patrick, Denise and Michelle: I wanted all of you to know what a privilege it was to care for your Dad. He was the gentleman of gentlemen. His smile and kindness seemed to have a way to magnify Gods presence. Often times He would ask me to come to him. I would bend down and he would say (honey you work to hard, you have to slow down IBelieve in my own heart that God was speaking through him. I would always thank him for his TLC. I am so sorry he had to leave. He was a truly GREAT man and will be missed by so many. I think a brilliant star was added to our skies when your Dad went home. With all my love to all of you: Sharon Benson

Dear Patrick, Denise and Michelle and families, Our sincere condolences on the death of your dear Dad. From being with him on a number of occasions I know what a wonderful person he was. I know what a comfort you all were to him. May he rest in peace. Sending our love. Mike and Carol and family

How well I remember Uncle Mike chasing my Mother around a picnic table with a bucket of ice water at one of our many famous family picnics. With a devilish glint in his blue eyes, he would run as she screamed and laughed; as all the aunts and cousins would cheer them on! Uncle Mike was a kind and gentle man who will be greatly missed in this world. He is now talking world issues with my Dad as our Mom's swap recipes in heaven :)

Dear Michelle, you and Conrad are in our prayers. The battle has been fought and your Dad has found the peace he has earned. May God's Angels minister to your needs.

Our memories are beautiful and treasured of "Uncle Mike" and he will forever live in our hearts. Our love and prayers go out to each of you during this sad time. We love you.