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Michelle Renee Knoll • 12.23.1955 - 3.7.2008
Celebrated Inspiration of Michelle’s Angels,
Michelle (Makar) Knoll escorted by grace
into the arms of her loving savior Jesus Christ
 Michelle Renee Knoll of San Antonio, Texas (formerly of Youngstown, OH; East Greenbush, NY; Longwood, FL and Brentwood, TN) was granted grace on March 7, 2008 when called by our Lord and savior Jesus Christ following her courageous and lengthy battle against cancer. Born December 23, 1955, the Youngstown, Ohio native was a 1973 graduate of Youngstown’s Chaney High School, attended Youngstown State University and received her certification as a Dental Assistant from Choffin Career Center. In 1992, Michelle became the cherished bride of Herbert E. Knoll, Jr. of Tonawanda, New York. Besides her husband, Michelle is survived by her son Jacques M. Everly, step-daughters Jessica R. Birkholz (Warrensburg, NY) and Lauren C. Knoll (Mansfield, CT); two grand-children and many nieces, nephews and in-laws. The daughter of Sandra Conley (Rootstown, OH) and Charles Makar (Zeblon, NC, who preceded her in death), Michelle had three siblings, Michael Makar, (Zebulon, NC) and Marcia Locketti and Monica Makar (both of Canfield, OH).
The 1999 Endorsed Republican candidate for the E. Greenbush NY Town Council, Michelle served as a Vice President of the New York State Dental Assistant Association, as a volunteer for the Franklin, Tennessee Housing Authority as well as many other not-for-profit organizations. Known for her generosity, creativity and love of people, the Michelle Knoll story served as the inspiration behind the creation of Michelle’s Angels (www.michellesangels.com), a website which continues to this day to lift the hearts of those in need. Michelle’s trials where further memorialized in the 2005 recording of Michelle’s Angels by Nashville singer-song writer Ken Harrell, a musical tribute and testament to Michelle’s deep Christian faith and the trust she placed in God.
An avid animal lover, Michelle raised AKC Golden Retrievers with placements across America. Michelle is a past member of the Mahoning United Methodist Church of Youngstown OH and the Franklin Christian Church of Franklin, TN. Services will be held Saturday, March 29th at 10AM at the Franklin Christian Church and will be broadcast over the internet. See www.michellesangels.com home page for details. Memorials should be directed to Michelle’s Angels c/o Bruce Zgoda, CPA, 4848 Smiley Terrace, Clarence, NY 14031.
God Bless All Who Cared So Much about My Beautiful Bride…Michelle!
- Herb Knoll Current Entries |
| Name: | Dorine (Knoll) Wilson |
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| Location: | The Villages, Florida |
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| Email: | dorinewilson@comcast.net |
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| Comments: | Herb, please accept my deepest sympathy. I did not personally know Michelle but have recently read about her on the 'michellesangels website'. She was a lovely person. A courageous child of God. The last time we e-mailed one-another my husband, Bill, was experiencing his final battle with cancer. He is no longer with me on earth but always, always in my heart, as I know Michelle will be in yours. I am sharing your sorrow ........ your cousin, Dorine |
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| Visit Date: | 3/9/2008 |
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| Name: | Randy & Susan Mitchelson |
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| Location: | Estero, FL |
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| Email: | randymitchelson@comcast.net |
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| Comments: | We miss you Michelle! Thank you for your inspiration. You're fight and spirit will always be remembered. |
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| Visit Date: | 3/9/2008 |
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| Name: | Mandy Lagarde |
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| Location: | Thibodaux, LA |
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| Email: | crystallagarde@yahoo.com |
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| Comments: | Herb, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I never had the honor of meeting your bride, Michelle, but from what I have heard she was a true blessing from God. God Bless You! |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | JoAnn Mott |
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| Location: | Canyon Lake, TX |
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| Email: | njmott@gvtc.com |
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| Comments: | Herb: The Lord decided to call his beautiful angel home. I will miss my new friend. God Bless You! |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | Casey Lawhead |
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| Location: | Memphis, TN |
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| Email: | caseylawhead@hotmail.com |
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| Comments: | Herb-
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you loved Michelle more than anyone and you gave her the best gift of all- true love. I regret that I have not kept in touch with you since you left TN, but I have had you and your family in my prayers. You are fortunate to have had her in your life and she in yours. I will see you when you return to Nashville. |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | Michellee |
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| Location: | San Antonio,Tx. |
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| Email: | Michelle2318@att.net |
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| Comments: | Herb, |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | Michellee |
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| Location: | San Antonio TX |
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| Email: | michelle2318@att.net |
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| Comments: | I am deeply sadden by the loss of your beautiful Michelle. I always ask "how do you keep it together and stay so up" You are a brave and inspirational person and although . I only met Michelle briefly @ our holiday party. I will never forget her task @ Valentine's Day as sick as she was to think of us @ FBB. God made a great choice when he picked Michelle as one of his angel's. I pray for you and your family that the lord comfort you during this time of sorrow. may he give you peace and may your faith grow stronger with each passing hour. Michellee and Family |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | Rick Storey |
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| Location: | Jonesborough, TN |
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| Email: | rkstorey@comcast.net |
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| Comments: | Herb,
Michelle was truly an inspiration to everyone. I remember the wonderful evening that we all shared at the Blue Bird Cafe in Nashville. Michelle's smile will be a constant reminder to us from your bride.
Diana and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Rick Storey |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | John |
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| Location: | Tampa |
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| Email: | mungenastj@aol.com |
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| Comments: | Herb & Jacques, I am so sorry to know of the loss of Michelle. Michelle lit up every room she walked into and touched the lives of many beyond those she personally met. The way she lived is a model for us to follow. |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | Tony Romano |
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| Location: | Key West, FL |
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| Email: | ajromano3@yahoo.com |
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| Comments: | Herb...My deepest sympathy to YOU and your family! I have never seen so many people come together in prayer and show their love for your angel Michelle. Now Michelle is with the lord our God and looking down and already helping all others in need! Michelle would want you and ALL family, friends and fellow angels to rejoice in her memory. Michelle has truly been an inspiration and symbolizes ALL that is good in this world, and has already started making her presence known in her new home!
Herb...your love for Michelle and her love for you is what it's all about....everlasting LOVE that has no boundries!
I am here for you if you need me and wishing you comfort during this difficult time.
God Bless
Tony Romano |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | Mary Maddox |
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| Location: | Franklin, TN |
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| Email: | maryRmaddox@comcast.net |
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| Comments: | I've missed Michelle since she left here last summer. She's the one who talked me into going through the clinical trial she went through. Just "bite the bullet," she said. We were pilgrims along the new way, warriers in the same fight, members of a club we never wanted to join. More to the point, we were aliens and strangers on the earth, looking for a country of our own-- a better country--a heavenly one. And God is not ashamed to be called our God. He has prepared a city for us (Heb.11). |
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| Visit Date: | 3/10/2008 |
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| Name: | Ariane and Tony Montemuro |
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| Location: | Brentwood, Tn |
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| Email: | arianeart@comcast.net |
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| Comments: | Michelle's generousity and loving ways towards all people qualify her as an "earth angel" who worked tirelessly and with a happy heart to spread God's love to all she met. We know she continues her angelic work in heaven... leaving us all changed people with brighter hearts and more of a wilingness to cultivate love here on earth-- thanks to Michelle...We love her so for all her beauty and we keep all her good deeds in our hearts... only hoping to aspire to try to cultivate love for friend ,family, and neighbor as she so beautifully did!! She is an inspiration for all of us here!!!! love always, The Montemuros---Herb and Jacque we will pray continually for you both...but you have the best angel in heaven watching over you now!!!!!!! |
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| Visit Date: | 3/11/2008 |
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| Name: | Lynn & Wes Yancsurak |
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| Location: | Jupiter, Fl |
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| Email: | llyjupfl@bellsouth.net |
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| Comments: | Herb & Jacque, So many wonderful,happy memories of Michelle will forever remain in our hearts, especially, her beautiful smile.Will never forget our last visit here in Florida, she was at peace, as she is now.
Our love to you,
Wes & Lynn,
Jupiter, Florida |
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| Visit Date: | 3/11/2008 |
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| Name: | Mary Allbright |
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| Location: | nashville tn |
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| Email: | cajuncuz1@comcast.net |
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| Comments: | My deareast friend Michelle, I miss talking to you on the phone, but niow I speak to you in "spirit". thank you for all the times we shared hours on the phone asking each other if we thought our " I wonder if " during our chemo days was normal or not, ha ha. I know that God sent you into my life for a reason.. you were a wonderful friend with a beautiful spirit' I will see you again.. it is almost spring and I know how much you loved gardening.. so I know you will be very busy in the "Gardens of Heaven". your friend Mary Allbright |
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| Visit Date: | 3/11/2008 |
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| Name: | Joanne Smith |
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| Location: | Brentwood TN |
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| Email: | billwsmith@comcast.net |
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| Comments: | Michelle became my best friend. I am blessed to have been
with her from the beginning to the end of her fight with cancer. She is truly my Hero. She is with her Lord and Savior which she dearly loved. She is free of suffering (John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.) She is living her life whole again. |
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| Visit Date: | 3/12/2008 |
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| Name: | Anna |
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| Location: | San Antonio |
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| Email: | aoconnor@cbharper.com |
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| Comments: | She was such an inspirational role model of strength and goodness for all of us. I am sure that a multitude of good memories and friends will help to comfort you and your family in this dificult time. I was very blessed and moved to have been able to work with and to get to know both of you. She made a very indelible impression on me and she, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. |
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| Visit Date: | 3/13/2008 |
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| Name: | Jerry Knoll |
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| Location: | The Villages, FL |
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| Email: | geraldknoll@hotmail.com |
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| Comments: | Herb, We were sorry to hear about Michelle's passing. She fought a courageous battle with a very nasty illness. You have our deepest sympathy and you will be in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories and family and friends provide you with comfort at this very difficult time. Your cousins, Jerry and Carol. |
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| Visit Date: | 3/14/2008 |
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| Name: | Marilove Kilcrease |
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| Location: | Brentwood, TN |
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| Email: | marilove.kilcrease@crye-leike.com |
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| Comments: | I will always remember Michelle's smile and kind words of inspiration, it pains me that such an uplifting and lively person has left us. My wish to you Herb and your family, is that there is comfort in knowing that Michelle has to bear no more for she is in a better place now. |
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| Visit Date: | 3/15/2008 |
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| Name: | Laura Jaconetta |
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| Location: | 205 Wellspring Court Brentwood, TN |
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| Email: | laura_jaconetta@yahoo.com |
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| Comments: | Hello Herb and Family: I have never had the pleasure of meeting you. However, I met Michelle on several occasions at the Fountainbrooke Ladies Night Out.
I had no idea she was battling cancer. She was vibrant, exhuberant and a pleasure. I spent quite a bit of time with her during my "Ladies Night Out" openhouse.
She was very interested in my hobbies. When I told her I was stumped with packing and shipping my delicate floral arrangements, she spent alot of time giving me wonderful advise on how to do so. Even though I had only spoken with her on a few occasions, I really liked her. Her smile and enthusiasm was infectious. I am very saddened to hear of her passing. May you and your family find comfort in all the fond memories you have. She was and is a truly special person. Sincerely, Laura Jaconetta |
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| Visit Date: | 3/15/2008 |
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| Name: | Gloria Woods |
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| Location: | San Antonio, Texas |
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| Email: | gloriawoods@satx.rr.com |
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| Comments: | Herb and family, my husband Ron and I want to let you know we are praying for you. We are never ready to let our loves one go but we knows that there will be a day when we will see them again. Our hope and peace is in the the Lord. Herb,I love what you had written on the wall of her room. Yes, the Lord was with here on earth and now she is with him waiting for you for when the Lord calls you home. Yes, you were with her here on earth and she will be with you always even though she is gone from her earthly body; She is with you because of the Love you two shared. Love is eternal.
"She was an inspiration to me, even though I didn't get to meet her. Just when I was thinking of stopping my cancer prevention medication the Lord called her home and used her to show me to appreciate the time I have, be strong and depend on the Lord. " "I will not leave you comfortless; I will come to you."
(John 14:18) Christian Love and Prayers, Ron and Gloria Woods |
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| Visit Date: | 3/15/2008 |
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| Name: | Ken and Nadine O'Donnell |
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| Location: | Bonita Springs, Fl |
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| Email: | nadineo@hotmail.com |
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| Comments: | Herb and family, Ken and I would like you know that our lives were enriched because of the friendship we established with you and Michelle. We continue to think of Michelle on a daily basis because of her gift to us, our 15 month old Golden Retriever, Michael the Archangel. Her spirit, strength and courage lives on every day through our beautiful puppy. He has become a special gift in our lives. Michelle has been an inspiration to all who have been touched by cancer. God will add her to his fleet of angels! God bless her, and her family.
Our sincere condolences, Ken and Nadine O'Donnell |
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| Visit Date: | 3/16/2008 |
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| Name: | gene modarelli |
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| Location: | youngstown,ohio |
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| Email: | geneyoungstown@aol.com |
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| Comments: | iwant to express my deepest sympathy about michelle.I WAS Shocked to hear about it. I KNEW MICHELLE PERSONLLY BECAUSE WE DATED IN HIGH SCHOOL.SHE WAS ALWAYS A SPECIAL PERSON.I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER WHEN I TOOK HER TO A GLASS HARP CONCERT.PHIL KEAGGY SANG "CAN YOU SEE ME BROTHER" MICHELLE LOVED THIS SONG.JESUS DIED FOR YOU AND ME SO WE CAN LIVE ETERNALLY.THANK GOD THAT SHE WAS SAVED AND WE WILL SEE HER IN HEAVEN.JESUS SAVES AND WE NEED TO INVITE HIM IN OUR HEART,.WE BOTH GOT SAVED .THE SEED WAS PLNTED FROM THAT CONCERT AND ONLY GOD KNEW WHEN THE HARVEST WOULD COME.PRAISE GOD."THESE ARE MY SPECIALFRIENDS" AND LETS LIVETOGETHER LETS LIVE IN LOVE"MICHELLE LOVED THESE SONGS.GOD BLESS YOU.I KNOW THE FAMILY PERSONALLY AND TAUGHT CAL AND SHEENA IN SCHOOL.WHAT A GREAT FAMILY.MICHELLE'MOTHER WAS AMAZING ALSO.KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS,GENE!!! |
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| Visit Date: | 3/16/2008 |
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| Name: | Nancy (Czoka) Altman |
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| Location: | Conway,SC |
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| Email: | Scrappynan@gmail.com |
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| Comments: | Herb and Family,My Family & I would like to Express our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family as well as Michelle's,My family has known Michelle's family since Elementary school,her mother & my mother were in the PTA together,as a child we called her Tinker,she was always a sweet person as I can remember, always smiling & joking..She will be missed..Our Prayers & Thoughts are with all of you.God Bless You, Nancy,Arlene,Karen,Linda,John,Tom & Imogene Czoka |
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| Visit Date: | 3/17/2008 |
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| Name: | Bia Ferreira |
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| Location: | Orlando,FL |
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| Email: | bianoah@hotmail.com |
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| Comments: | Dear Herb, my deepest feelings to you and your family...I will never quit praying for you and Michelle, I always will have both of you on my heart. God Bless You,
Bia Ferreira |
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| Visit Date: | 3/22/2008 |
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| Name: | Valerie [D'Arcangelis] Galante |
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| Location: | Athens, NY |
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| Email: | valerie_a_galante@keybank.com |
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| Comments: | Herb, I am saddened to learn of Michelle's passing. I have found my way to this beautiful and inspiring site, learning about the reach that Michelle had and continues to have. I have thought back on our time working together fondly and what I remember now is how often you spoke of her and how you truly admired her. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Thinking of you, Valerie |
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| Visit Date: | 3/27/2008 |
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| Name: | Heather & Mark McDonald |
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| Location: | Mansfield, CT |
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| Email: | heatherkmcdonald@gmail.com |
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| Comments: | To the entire Knoll family,
We send our prayers and well wishes. We hope this weekend serves as a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Michelle's life and the beautiful network of family and friends that have been woven together by her love for each of you. We are saddened by your loss but we pray for God's light to shine on you today and always.
Best wishes,
Heather and Mark |
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| Visit Date: | 3/28/2008 |
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| Name: | Janet |
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| Location: | Poestenkill, NY |
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| Email: | jhulsebosch@nycap.rr.com |
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| Comments: | Herb, Jacques and all of Michelles family, Time ,distance and family obligations decreased my coorespndance with Michelle over the years. Fortunately, I have wonderful memories of our times together, her sense of humor and her love for her family and all her friends. She was very special. With sincere sympathy, Janet |
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| Visit Date: | 3/28/2008 |
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| Name: | Ronnie Bass |
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| Location: | Hendersonville, TN |
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| Email: | rdbass@firsttennessee.com |
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| Comments: | Herb: I was both saddened and rejoicing when I heard the news about Michelle. She seemed to be such a sweet and genuine person. I will never forget the cards and words of encouragement she sent to my wife whom she never met. You and your family will remain in my prayers, and I know your life was truly blessed by being in her life. I miss working with you, and hope you are doing well. Ronnie |
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| Visit Date: | 3/28/2008 |
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| Name: | Gary Gray |
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| Location: | Roseburg, Oregon |
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| Email: | garygrayemail@aol.com |
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| Comments: | Dear Herb,
Only time and distance will keep me from Nashville this weekend. We have shared and will share many wonderful times together. I want everyone on the site to know what a wonderful friend that you and Michelle have been. I remember warm summer nights on the patio in Florida, a cool drink a warm fuzzy dog, great food and great friendship. Courage is a word that too often is used lightly. In the case of Michele it is a word that captures too little of the essence of her life and the witness that she provided to so many. Accept the warm embrace of friends this weekend as now Michele has the warm embrace of the angels. Courage my friend of so many years. Gary |
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| Visit Date: | 3/28/2008 |
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| Name: | tom and carol birkholz |
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| Location: | warrensburg ny |
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| Email: | cabirk@nycap.rr.com |
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| Comments: | Dear Herb, Jacques and family, Michelle was a warm and loving inspiration. We will never forget her. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Tom and Carol |
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| Visit Date: | 3/29/2008 |
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| Name: | John Roberts |
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| Location: | Austin texas |
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| Email: | john.roberts@hcahealthcare.com |
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| Comments: | The world is an empty place without Michelle. I just found out today of her passing. Will never forget as she passed away on my Birthday.
I only knew Michelle for a short time after high school, but her smile and warmth has stayed with me since. She made a big positive impact on people she met. We are better for have shared a moment in time with her.
I know she is with the Lord. Take rest that she is with her God. I will pray for her and her family. |
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| Visit Date: | 5/18/2008 |
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| Name: | Lloyd and Bernice Coopr |
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| Location: | Ocala, FL |
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| Email: | sarose1223@embarqmail.com |
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| Comments: | Dear Herb,
We were so sorry to hear of Michelle’s passing. We were so looking forward to meeting her when we return to San Antonio in June for a family visit. We felt like we already knew her after reading all of your postings on Michelle’s Angels, and obviously we missed someone extra special. We spent much of this day watching the video of her memorial service and reading everything on the site. What beautiful tributes to your bride! She touched the hearts of every one she met and even those who never were blessed with her friendship.
May you and all her family and friends find comfort in your beautiful memories of her and may God hold you close as you grieve her passing.
With love and friendship,
Lloyd and Bernice Cooper |
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| Visit Date: | 5/26/2008 |
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