It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved brother, Michael. His passing was sudden and far too soon, leaving us at the age of 59. Michael was predeceased by his parents; Isabella in 1997 and Smile in 2017. He is survived by his sisters Fran (Joe predeceased 1996), Isabella (Bob). He was a kind and caring Uncle to; Doug, Darren, Cynthia (Chris), Sarah (Oscar), Matthew (Marianne); great-uncle to, Zac, Jordan, Josh, Joe, Emma, Keira, Mason and great-great-uncle to Owen. He will be missed by many other relatives and friends. Michael was born in Victoria and called it home for his entire life. His family was of paramount importance to him. His ability to make others feel special was a gift well learned from his parents. Like his father, he was a humble and quiet man who enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, his sports teams, music, travel, poker to name just a few. A Celebration of Life will be held at First Baptist Church, 877 N. Park St, Victoria, on Friday, October 1, 2021 at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Michael’s name to the BC SPCA, https://spca.bc.ca/locations/victoria, or to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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I met Mike working at the airport. Jeff and I loved our hockey spats with him. Truly a shock to hear this sad news. May you sleep well Mikey
Our condolences to Michael’s friend’s & family as he is in our heart and mind.
I’m so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. You are all in our prayers.
Lots of love
Cat, Shupri, Cynthia and Evelyn
He leaves a large space that can only be fill by love…Seeing his smiling face and feeling his kind hug when I arrive at christmas will be dearly missed…I will sing and pray for his peaceful journey to the spirit world.
With love and prayers I am thinking of Mike and all that knew him.
I am so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing ,,,leaving this world so soon. My sympathies are with you Fran and Bim and your families. I’m sorry that I am unable to attend the service for Mike but I will remember him fondly and pray for his peaceful rest
I will miss Mike. He was a very good neighbour with thoughtful things to say. He was a kind and gentle soul who thought of others.. I will miss our chats about Coronnation Street, his stories of the trips he took with the Cory group and reminiscing about his parents.. COVID times were lonely for Mike.because he missed the people he would see in his weekly routine, like going to play music bingo and the more extravagant things like going on Cory trips. I will think of you when ever I have a coke or those chips you loved so much.
Rest in peace Mike. ❤️
To the family I wish you healed hearts and laughter in amoungst the tears, as you recall the Mike memories you all share. Bless you all!
We were next door neighbours since 1995. Had many a
chat over the fence, bonded over Corrie and had some great laughs. I treasure the pen Mike brought back from Highclere Castle. Felt like Fernwood royalty. Mike’s kindness knew no bounds. He baked us cookies at Christmas one year before his surprise visit to see family in Alberta. Big and generous laughs are what I will remember the most. Rest well my friend.
May your brother truly find peace now.
To Michael’s family, dear friends and especially his Coronation Street friends across Canada. I am sending you all my sincere condolences. I had the personal pleasure in meeting Michael in 2012 during our 1st Coronation Street Tour in Manchester. During that time, the fascination with our beloved Corrie, built a foundation of a friendship that lasted since. Michael, myself and many others from Corrie Canadian group, kept in touch via Facebook messages, comments and supported each other with the trials and triumphs of life. Whenever he posted his comments, or pictures, I always felt his reach of kindness, good sense of humour and caring. Michael, may the angels in heaven, keep you well and we here, will always remember you.