Mike's passing moved me to relive some of the fond memories of our time together in 5 Sqn. I5 Sqn. changed our lives. It was where we grew up. Most of us joined to get away from something and not really to make a career of the army. Or maybe it was a sense of adventure that took us to 5 Sqn. It was where we shared the good and the bad of living together in a tightly controlled environment. It was clear what the rules were and what the consequences were if you got caught breaking them. It was where we grew up. Where we learned to trust our comrades and to rely on each other. Mike played a big part in our experiences. He was loyal, reliable, a good friend, and companion, willing to help out and always his wry smile and whit. He was one of the good guys. One who was remembered by my parents who often asked about Mike. Those of us who served with Mike will continue to remember him and feel his loss.

Message from Alan UMy condolences bsdell

July 23, 2017 5:47 AM

My condolences to Mike's family. Mike and I served together in Petawawa, Ontari0 and shared a lot of funny stories together. Just loved the guy and his personality. He will be missed by all that knew him. Rest in peace Mike. .......VVV

Message from Thomas McLean, London, Ontario

July 21, 2017 3:56 AM

It was with great sadness that I heard about Mike's passing.
I was his Troop Leader for his first six months in the Sigs Apprentices. He was indeed a "gentle giant". Another one of the "GOOD ONES" has left us must to soon.
My condolences to his entire family.
VVV

Message from Larry Kennedy, Scarborough, Ont.

July 21, 2017 12:30 AM

I am sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Mike and I went through the Signal Apprentices
together in 62 to 64 ( I was in a different troop tho). After that, we went our separate paths
in our postings. It was very interesting to read about his family and post-military life. I am
glad he had a good life. My condolences to his family for their loss. .

Message from TERRY MACDONALD - Pender Island B.C.

July 20, 2017 4:19 PM

I was in the same troop as Mike in 1962 and judging from his picture he had not changed much in 55 years and from the comments his personality was the same - kind, considerate and funny. My condolence to his family

Message from Richard D. Mullock

July 20, 2017 3:57 PM

As with others who started their carrers as a signalman apprentice, I shared in a lot of the activities that included Mike and the rest of us, collectively during our two years at Vimy Barracks. It was rough for me during that time, but Mike helped me overcome some emotional hurdles and I found strength in his friendship. But after our two years were up, like most of us, we went our separate ways.***** But folks.......this is not the end for Mike, nor is it for any of us. For those loved ones left behind, understand that we are all in transition. Death of the body is not death of the Spirit. Mike has just moved on........just as we all will in due course. RM

Message from Yadzia onnis

July 19, 2017 11:34 PM

Condolences to Sue and family.....

Message from Melanie Lankin

July 19, 2017 6:24 PM

So very sorry to hear of Mikes passing. He was a kind and thoughtful man and a great neighbour. Sincere condolences Susie and family.

Message from Angie Bert Duguay

July 18, 2017 10:42 PM

We will miss you Mike Prayers to the Family

Message from Bob and Angela Wood

July 18, 2017 10:16 PM

So sorry to hear about Mike's passing, He was such a great man and will be missed by all who knew him. RIP Mike.

A candle was lit by Gary and Monique Emms on July 18, 2017 9:19 PM

Message from Thunder bay

July 18, 2017 8:43 PM

I am so sorry to hear about Mike's passing, my prayers go out to you and the family, he was such a great man and will be missed by all who knew him

July 18, 2017 8:20 PM

Our condolences to Sue and families..

Message from Marcel & Audrey Lemieux

July 18, 2017 7:44 PM

Our deepest sympathy to you Sue during this difficult time. May your happy memories comfort you.

Message from Dan & Karen Koroscil

July 18, 2017 7:09 PM

Sorry to hear of Mikes passing, the world would be a better place if there were more people around like him. My condolences to Sue, the family and friends.

Message from Gates & Nicole Beaulieu

July 18, 2017 6:46 PM

Our sincerest condolences Susie and family. You are in our prayers. God Bless!

Message from Longlac, On

July 18, 2017 6:04 PM

Our Deepest Sympathy to you and family for your loss.

Paulanne and Family

Message from Ginette Dumont

July 18, 2017 5:52 PM

My sincere condolences to the family and friends. He was a good man may he rest in peace!

Message from Brandon, MB

July 18, 2017 5:50 PM

My sincere condolences to Sue and family. He was a great man may he rest in peace!

Message from Joanne & Sean Mykula

July 18, 2017 4:46 PM

Our sincere condolences to Sue and Family,

A candle was lit by Lise and Robert Koroscil on July 18, 2017 4:05 PM

Message from Sonja English

July 18, 2017 2:33 PM

So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My sincere condolences to Sue and family. He was a real gentleman and great asset to our community. He will be missed.

A candle was lit by Patsy Skene on July 18, 2017 2:18 PM

Message from Philip Vitols

July 18, 2017 1:27 PM

I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. He was a kind, caring man of integrity, and a good friend to so many people. My thoughts are with you, Sue, and with your family.

Message from Nathaly Duguay

July 18, 2017 1:23 PM

My sincere condolences to Sue and Family, He will be greatly missed

Message from Chris Baker

July 18, 2017 1:18 PM

My sincerest condolences to Susie and the family , I just received the news today and was very sad to hear that Mike had passed . To me he was a customer who became a friend over the years and he will be deeply missed and thought of by so many , I will be sure to say a special prayer for Mike and his family and think of him often.

Message from Elsie and Fred McMahon

July 18, 2017 1:12 PM

thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family

Message from Sylvie and Johan Koger

July 18, 2017 11:43 AM

Our deepest condolences to Sue and family. Geraldton will not be the same without seeing Mike either at the post office or the grocery store. Always had a nice smile and a sincere Hello for everyone.
RIP Mike

Message from Evelyn Harel

July 18, 2017 11:31 AM

My deepest sympathies to Susie and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Message from Heather Liscomb

July 18, 2017 10:45 AM

My sincere condolences to Susie and the family. I have many fond memories of Mike over the many years - he was well respected in our community and always had a smile and a story. He will be missed by so many people. Hugs and prayers!

Message from Pamela McClory

July 18, 2017 10:38 AM

My deepest sympathies to Sue and family.

Message from Rollee Patry

July 18, 2017 10:30 AM

My heartfelt condolences to you Sue and family. Mike touches many lives and he will be missed by many. You are in my prayers.

Message from Ellen Rotmark

July 18, 2017 10:03 AM

Sincere condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you at this difficult time .

Message from Armand Giguere

July 18, 2017 9:32 AM

I knew Mike very well and he was a very caring person, he will be missed by many.
My sincere sympathy to Sue and the family

Message from Sylvia Caputo

July 18, 2017 9:23 AM

Sending my heartfelt condolences to the entire family. I remember Mike well and had a great respect for him.

Message from Kyla Marino

July 18, 2017 9:15 AM

He will be remembered as a positive and caring person who gave so much to help our community. He will be missed by our family very much. Rest in peace Mike.

Message from Murray Wylie

July 18, 2017 9:05 AM

Thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family.

Message from Marcel and Wendy Vezina

July 18, 2017 8:47 AM

So very sorry for your loss Sue and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Message from Lynn and Wayne Baryla

July 18, 2017 8:44 AM

Sue and family:
We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing and we would like to extend our deepest sympathies.

Message from Keith Hutton

July 17, 2017 7:09 PM

First Mike in 1963, BB1 Vimy Barracks, Kingston. A big lad but soft spoken. He was a gentleman then and still the same person when we met again in 1984 at CFB Borden. We will meet in the well again between BB1 and BB2 when the time comes Mike save us a place. My sincerest condolences to those left behind. I can understand how deeply he will be missed - VVV

Message from Brad and Karen Lemaich

July 17, 2017 6:43 PM

Our sincere condolences to Sue and family. We only knew Mike for a brief few years but we are glad to have known him.

Message from Ginette Paradis

July 17, 2017 4:37 PM

I offer my sincere condolences to Sue his wife and family. I remember Harold from High School, he always had a good word for everyone and a positive and humoristic attitude. Content to see that he had such a fulfilled and gratifying life. My thoughts are with you.

Message from Doreen Pelletier & Russ Waboose

July 17, 2017 3:35 PM

Our sincere condolences to Sue & family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Message from Bill "Whitey" Martens

July 17, 2017 2:07 PM

Mike and I were in the army as Signals Apprentices together from 1962 to '64. We became good friends and had lots of good times together...the best of which I will not talk about. Unfortunately, we went our separate ways after the Apprentices, but it's good to know that Mike had a long and distinguished career. My condolences to all the family.

Message from Ev and Larry Wilson

July 20, 2017 2:49 PM

Mike and I met as young 16 and 17 olds starting our careers in the Military in Kingston as Signals Apprentices in 1962-64. There were gaps in our meetings and correspondence however his friendly demeanour and often funny gestures will be remembered.
To Sue and family we convey our sincere condolences.
Ev and Larry Wilson

Message from Larry Ferguson

July 17, 2017 2:05 PM

I'am shocked and sad to hear of the passing of my army comrade Mike.
My sincere condolences to his wife Sue and family.
Auf Wiedersehen Mike bis wir uns wiedertreffen.
Larry

Message from Jack & Nina Salmi

July 17, 2017 12:58 PM

Our thoughts and prayers to you Sue and families, Mike was a very kind and friendly man he will be missed by many people of Geraldton - RIP Mike

Message from The Groeneveld family

July 17, 2017 11:52 AM

We were saddened to hear of Mike's passing. He will definitely leave a void in Geraldton and will be missed by all who knew him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Godspeed Mike

Message from Charlotte

July 17, 2017 11:19 AM

Uncle Mike - you were one amazing, fun uncle... we will miss you dearly. My favorite memory of you was our water gun fights with Jocelyn. Rest in peace. I will never forget you. Love you. 32

Message from SANDRA STOTHART

July 17, 2017 10:44 AM

I'm so sorry to hear of Mike's illness and passing. He was a great friend to me when I was in Greenstone.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Sandra

Message from Ross Campbell

July 17, 2017 10:35 AM

I first met Mike in Germany on his posting to the RC Sigs. Detachment of 1 SSM Bty RCA. Again we were posted in Petawawa at the same time. A good soldier and wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed by family and friends I'm sure. My sincere condolences to you Suzy and family.

Message from Patti Wylie Cloutier

July 17, 2017 10:08 AM

My sincere condolences to the family. He will be greatly missed. Heaven has gained another angel. RIP Mike!

Message from Ron Adams

July 16, 2017 7:28 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.

Message from Andrina

July 16, 2017 6:33 PM

My deepest condolences to the family!

A candle was lit by Andrina Couch on July 16, 2017 6:30 PM

Message from Longlac Fire Department

July 16, 2017 6:28 PM

May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Our most sincere condolences.

Message from Chico

July 16, 2017 6:09 PM

My deepest condolences to the family. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.

Message from Magella and Lucille Dumais

July 16, 2017 4:34 PM

Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends.

A candle was lit by Magella and Lucille Dumais on July 16, 2017 4:32 PM

Message from George & Debbie Murphy

July 16, 2017 3:24 PM

We are shocked & deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing.. Our most heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family & many friends.. May he rest in peace...

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