Thursday, February 5, 2009

At peace

Michael is my brother. He fought a battle with anaplastic thyroid cancer that ended last night and he is at peace. He touched many people in his life with his smile, kind actions and gifts of his hands, including woodworking, papercutting and tatting. His love of animals was shown through volunteer work at animal shelters and the many abandoned pets he took in and gave a loving home. I will miss him terribly, but take comfort in the love we shared and in knowing his struggle to breathe is over. He is at rest and I am very blessed to be able to call him my brother.
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20 comments:

  1. NormaFebruary 5, 2009 at 7:50 AM

    You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers today.

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  2. JoannaFebruary 5, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    Oh Teresa, I am so sorry. He sounds like a wonderful, kindhearted, and talented man. You will be in my prayers.

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  3. UnknownFebruary 5, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    You and your family are in my prayers.

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  4. ShakerwoodFebruary 5, 2009 at 10:15 AM

    I am so sorry, T. So suddenly and so much life in him yet. I am sure he will be missed by everyone.

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  5. StitchinByTheLakeFebruary 5, 2009 at 10:16 AM

    I am so very sorry Teresa. My heart hurts for you. blessings, marlene

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  6. ThimbleannaFebruary 5, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    Oh Teresa, I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope his memory will bring you much comfort in the days ahead.

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  7. SuBeeFebruary 5, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    I'm so sorry Theresa - it's so hard to lose the blessings we have. My prayers will be with you and your family.

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  8. em's scrapbagFebruary 5, 2009 at 2:28 PM

    I am so sorry, Teresa. May you and your family find peace in this trying time. You are in my prayers.

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2009 at 2:32 PM

    Very special thoughts and prayers for you, your family, and your beloved brother.
    Very heartfully, with a big, friendly (((HUG)))
    NADINE

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  10. Ellen JFebruary 5, 2009 at 7:54 PM

    It's hard not having Uncle Mike here, but our hope is found in our Father - and Uncle Mike is with Him now. I love you so much, Momma.

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  11. DawnFebruary 5, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss.

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  12. LillyFebruary 6, 2009 at 12:13 AM

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless and comfort you..

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  13. LindahFebruary 6, 2009 at 9:33 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss, Teresa...a loss for a little while? It sounds like heaven has gained a jewel. May God fill you with his peace and comfort.

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  14. ZlatyFebruary 6, 2009 at 10:53 PM

    Hi Teresa,

    I have nominated you for an award, please come on over!

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  15. ZlatyFebruary 6, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss!

    Hugs: Zlaty

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  16. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2009 at 12:42 PM

    How sad, I send my sympathy to you.

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2009 at 11:36 PM

    Teresa, I wish I was there to give you a big hug. I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  18. AnonymousFebruary 13, 2009 at 12:05 PM

    Teresa, my prayers are with you. I know the blessings that your brother brought to your life and to others will continue on and on.

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  19. Kieny The DutchladyFebruary 15, 2009 at 3:41 AM

    I'm very sorry for your loss Teresa. I wish you lots of strength.

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  20. JuliaFebruary 16, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    How wonderful to have had such a wonderful example in your life. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. (((hugs)))

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