1934-2011 Thanks for the memories

[Squid]

Mike I very sorry to hear that your Dad passed away. He is at peace now and looking down at your family with love in his heart. Please accept our families condolances to you, Dana, your mom, Jade and Mikey and the rest of the clan.

[mattyk]

My condolences to you and your family. thanks for sharing with us.

[motion]

Mike, I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad over ten years ago and still miss him. Be strong for your mom.

[misfish]

this was the most peaceful thing that has ever happened to me.

 

 

I understand Mike.The pain is over,yet the hurt is there.

 

Sorry for your great loss.

 

Our deepest condolences to your family.

[Live2fish85]

Sorry about the loss to you and your family Mike. I can't imagine what you are going through, stay strong and keep smiling about the good times.

[capt bruce]

Mike tho we have never met I feel I know you as I know so many here . I will fish with ya any time, you allway have a seat on my boat , your posts are the best,never negative , I read everything you write . I lost my dad 5 years ago , tho i say hes lost he still speaks to me in my dreams and in the way I do things and how I raise my family , hes not lost, hes just in another place. Im so sorry to hear this and I wish you the best in getting on with your life without him , tho I believe he will allways be in you , and the way you live and the way your family lives their lifes . My prayers go out to you , B

Edited November 22, 2011 by capt bruce

[Pikeslayer]

God Bless Dad.

 

Sincerely,

Simon

[muskymatt]

My condolences Mike, all the best to you and your family.

Have strength my friend

[Ron]

So sorry to hear this news Mike.

 

Having only met your father a few times, it was very easy to see where you got your humour from. He was a great man, husband, father and grandfather. Most of all though, he was a great friend to everyone who met him.

 

Your family will be in our prayers tonight.

 

Your friends Ron, Terri and the kid who let Jade win the Mike Swan trophy.

[MJL]

Sorry to hear Mike. Condolences to you and your family...Thanks for sharing some great pics with us

[cowanjo]

Mike, I heard greats stories about your family and dad from you when we fished. Your a reflection of his outstanding values. My family best thoughts and wishes are with you now

 

Your friend John

[Handlebarz]

thank you everyone dad was sent off on his final trip today and will come home soon and remain with us always. Thanks for all the well wishes and phone calls it means alot to myself and my fmily.

[TJQ]

Sad news. its always a tough road.

[Leecher]

Sorry to hear of the sad news Mike. It's been 3 years already that my dad lost his battle to this terrible disease and like you, was at his bed side when he took his last breath... I miss him dearly.

 

My sincerest condolences goes out to you and your family.

Keep the memories in your heart.

 

Jacques

[Spiel]

My sincerest condolences Mike.

 

I too have walked that path, many years ago. It's not an easy walk to this day!

[Pigeontroller]

My condolences Mike, I know how hard it is to lose your Dad.

[ChrisK]

Sorry to here that Mike.

My condolences to you and your family. Seems like it hasn't been that long since I sat at my fathers side while he passed away so I know what you mean by the most peaceful moment...

[Jewelbee]

So sorry to hear this, My condolences to you and yours.

[spincast]

My Condolences.

[camillj]

Deepest condolences Mike, words can't heal - but time normally does. Be well.

[Handlebarz]

Thanks again everyone as most know dad was my buddy and it means a lot to see everyone sending there wishes mom loves it and had no clue that so many people would do this. They were both humble about wanting to be in the eye of attention so she is taken by the kind words.

 

Good luck to all who get out fishing this weekend

[Billy Bob]

Mike, my condolences to you and your family.

 

Remembering him the way you do is the best way Honor him. I'm sure he's very proud of you too.

 

God Bless,

Bob

[Handlebarz]

We shared alot more stuff then just fishing but he sure was proud of his fishing life. Here are a couple from 2007

 

41 as I remember

 

47 3/4

 

just over 48

[lew]

Some great pictures there Mike and they'll bring back fond memories for many years to come.

 

My dad's been gone for 14 years now and like you, I was very close to him and I think about him probably dozens of times a day. I've got lotsa pics of both him and my late Mom and they sure help with the loss.

 

Out in the workshop above the bench I've got a favorite picture of my dad and I hung his favorite pike lure beneath it. I've also got his old tape measure sitting beside the picture.

 

Crazy stuff maybe, but when I'm working at the bench and his picture and a couple of his favorite things are there, it sorta keeps him close to me.

 

You'll also figure a way to keep your dad with you too.

[Handlebarz]

Lew my father was the same way he had a picture of his father on his dresser beside him since I can remember and before it was on the dresser it was on the wall beside him. I have a few things that I am going to do and I know like yourself I will always have him with me.