Lopezbk4@aol.com
20 November, 2007
Happy Thanksgiving Michael.
Your sons are grown up and they are a reflection of you and I.
They are so smart, masculine men who are annointed by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Although I am proud of the academic achievements and successes. I am more pleased at their devotion to the Lord.
11/20/07
Carol L. Dodd
"Jenai Herod" (seafaerie@comcast.net)
03 September, 2004
My Best Friend and Brother Michael,
I know you've been gone now 15 years yet I cant help feeling as if you
never really left, So I am going to share some exciting news with you.
I want to share with you that I finally met a man who actually seems
to possess the qualities that I thought I would never find in anyone
else but you. Michael It has taken me so long to find someone that
could live up to your examples of what a man is really about and
should be to those he cares for.I am so lucky to know he loves me as
deeply and sincerely and completely as you would expect from any man
that you would want for me. And equally as devoted as you to your wife
and family.
I am only sorry he is not able to know you as I do and the pleasure of
your friendship, strengths, your wit and charm, sense of humor and your
fine example of manhood that you have always been. I think you would be
pleased with my new life partner and impressed with his strength and
commitment and loyalty to what is right and his love for me and my
family. What a terrible thing that he cannot know you to call you brother
as I have had. God how I wish you were here to walk me down the isle and
to give me away to the man I love and wish to marry. I love and miss
you so much Michael and I know if there is any way for you to show me
somehow that you are with me on that special day, You will succeed as
you have so many times before when I really needed you.
Speaking of signs... I want to Thank you for all those times
recently when I was feeling so scared and alone and I needed you. You
found a way to reach me thru a song only you could have chosen &
Instantly knew you were there for me at that moment in time. and I
could feel the warmth of your presence comforting me as only you knew
how to do. my fear and pain was gone even if only for that moment.
Thank you for watching over me like a guardian Angel, for guiding me,
and protecting me from danger, for comforting me, and for the fun
times we share when you visit me in my dreams. No one will ever take
your place in my heart. Thank you Michael for remaining my friend and
my hero.
I Love you my brother with all my heart and soul now and till the end
of time.
Your Devoted loving Sister,
Jen'ai
ByteMe1432@aol.com
21 October, 2001
My Brother,
I wanted to tell you I saw your sons this week and how proud of them you
must be. They are both strong and healthy and beautiful,kind and smart as
only your Sons could be. A true reflection of you. I cant help but see how
much they remind me of you .It comforts me to see your spirit so alive and
well in them My Brother. I wanted to tell you that I hugged them and that
I reminded them just how special they really are. and I told them how
much you love them. I will never let them forget this . I have not
forgotten my promise to you Michael .I will always keep them close to you
and you to them. Close to our hearts as you have always kept us . I miss
you Michael more than ever. I know you are still watching over us I can
feel your presence every day and I love you. Until Next time,
Your Loving Sister,
Jen'ai
david dodd (david93203_@excite.com)
06 July, 2000
hi dad its me david i really miss you
its to bad your not here i really miss
you but i shall stay strong for i am your
son and i will never forget you...no one
will until then see'ya later!
"Judith M. Dodd" (jmd197@pacbell.net)
15 August, 1999
August 15, 1989 - August 15, 1999
Today is the 10th anniversary of the day you flew to heaven in angels
arms. It seems like yesterday. There are no words to describe the emptyness in your familys hearts, as we
miss you so much. There is no way to fill the ache in my heart as I
remember your golden curls, and your very sweet and giving ways. Your sisters, Jeni, Heidi, Erin, and your brother, David, and friends,
Brett, and Brian, and me, your Mom, held a Memorial vigil for you, we
all told stories of our happy experiences and memories, that we shared
with you, while you walked with us on Earth. You are remembered every day, and every minute. You have become our St.
Michael, and I keep a candle lit to watch your spirt shine. You are the
defender of God's army and of your family. As God said to Jesus, You are
my son, with whom I am well pleased. Rest in Peace my son, and
remember, how much you are loved. We feel your presence all around us, protecting and loving us all the
time. Until we meet at heaven's gate, Your loving and devoted Mother, and
Family.
Jenai (jennai@pacbell.net)
10 July, 1999
Missing you more now than ever yet I know your always nearby and
watching over me. How lucky I have been to have been blessed with you for
a friend a brother a hero and always my knight in shining armour,
I miss you terribly and I hold the memories of our childhood and
friendship near my heart
I'll always love you and need you and will always feel the sadness of
your absence in my daily life.
I love you, your sister and friend,
Jenai
Judith M. Dodd (jmd197@pacbell.net)
27 November, 1998
My sweet son, Michael,
Your family celebrated Thanksgiving yesterday, your spirit was
truly with us. When we said our prayers, we remembered your
zest and love of the Thanksgiving family dinner. You were
missed very much, but, we felt your spirit of approval, as the
lamb and the lion sat down together, with your brother David
with Michelle, sister Heidi, brother-in-law, Michael, Mom, and
so very important, your Dad. It was a beautiful day, and the
first time since 1972 that we came together and said our prayers
of thanks. The scars are healing, son, and we felt your loving
approval, as well as the love you gave to us all. Sleep with
the angels, my son, we love you. Momma
Lea (swingers@swingers1.com)
20 November, 1998
CHRISTMAS 1998
Einstein said we can travel the speed of light if we start at
that speed. Thinking about it I gave my Hog more gas trying to
outrun the thunder of my own mufflers. So here I am flying down
the highway of life when a giant road bump suddenly appears out
of nowhere. I'm going too fast to do anything about it, can't
even slow down. I do what I can, meaning I hang on and hope
nothing essential falls off. I hit the bump hard and feel my
machine disintragate beneath me. My body objects to its sudden
more personal introduction to the concrete.
I wake up in the middle of the highway, on my back, staring at
the thick white clouds sailing overhead. Spread eagled, I'm
pushing the clouds around with my mind and suddenly find myself
in 1999, or not! Reflection seems to be rampant this time of
year and I'm no different. Things just aren't the same. Gee,
Toto, this isn't Kansas! I can't move but I think I can still
think.
Take the fifties for example. The birth of rock-n-roll, 57
chevys, the Kinsey Report (girls like sex too, imagine that!).
The really great thing about the fifties was those of us who
were there KNEW it was special. I'm sure the nineties are
special too! It's hard to imagine what the millennium will
bring, but what the hell...let's do it!
P. D. Ospinsky, a Russian philosopher, spoke of a seventh
dimension, the one you experience from under water. When you
look up your vision is refracted. I think there is another
version of that dimension for kids at Christmas time. It's the
dimension they see when they stare into a glittering Christmas
bulb hanging from a decorated tree. I was a kid in the fifties
and had dimensional refracted vision. I wish I had it now...I
think I felt my toe move.
The sun is about level with the highway and everything's deep
red. Motorcycle parts are scattered everywhere...looks like a
yard sale. A little bruised and battered but it seems like I'll
make it through another year. I'll see the millinium...who
knew? This is the kind of conversations we used to have,
Michael, remember? I miss you, son.
Love, Dad.
Jen'ai (MagikSnd@pacbell.net)
08 March, 1998
A song for my brother...my best friend and my hero.....I love
you more today than yesterday yet much less than tomorrow
............. you are still and always # 1 in my heart and I
am proud to call you MY BROTHER
your loving sister
Jen'ai
MICHAEL'S PAIN
Not A day Went By he did not break down and
cry
wondering how without his family he’d
survive
His love was so true, so much more
than they knew
He begged and he pleaded did
whatever was needed,
We all know who’s to blame
Foresaking his love is our shame
and it’s too late now,
Only Angels can comfort Michael’s pain
When I see his face in photograph, I can’t hold back
my tears
and yet sometimes it puts a smile back on my
face
I can still hear his laughter how I wish he could be
here
the gentle giant of our lives protecting us from all
our fears
Our lives won’t be the same
Forsaking his love is our shame
And it’s too late now.....
only Angels can comfort Michael’s pain
Yes it’s too late now .....
ONLY ANGELS CAN COMFORT MICHAEL’S PAIN
I miss you
Judith Marie Dodd (jmd197@pacbell.net)
28 February, 1998
Thinking of our Michael Lee,
I needed to let you know that you are missed so much. Your
brothers, sisters, neices and nephews, your sons, and your
mom, feel your presence deep in our hearts. We love you so
very much. Love your Mother, Judy—In the Beginning God
created the world.
Judith Marie Dodd
pgm pgm@wgn.net
25 December, 1997
My son, it’s Christmas day 1997. You are in all our thoughts
and prayers. We love you.
Dad
M. Tsamba (tsambama@club-internet.fr)
10 November, 1997
Tonight, I’ll pray for you and your family.
Maxime.
Juddith Marie Dodd (jmd197@pacbell.net)
11 Oct 1997
I send my love to you, dispatched, in the arms of the angels, missing you,loving you, every day, every hour, and every moment. You are a son, in which I am so proud . Your life sparkled with humanity, love, and honor. I trust that you are walking side by side with Jesus and the saints, as always, living up to your name, Michael. Love always, Mom
Joey Jacobs (joeyjayj@hopper.net)
9 June 1997
To the family of Michal Dodd:
I know what you are going through to lose a loved one so close,
for I lost my dad when I was ten, 5 years ago, and I know it is
rough, but hang in there for michal is not gone but with you now
more than ever. And always remember to stay by your family, for
that is something I will never have again. Peace be with your
family and loved ones,
Joey Jacobs
Dad (swingers@westwold.com)
Tue, 10 Dec 1996
Christmas is a time for remembering loved ones and pausing to reflect on what was and how things may have been. Michael always made Christmas very special with his humor and his smile. He made every day special in the same way. We miss him.
Love, Dad
Dan Chupinsky (danchup@juno.com)
Tue, 19 Nov 1996
Do not stand by my grave and weep..... I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am a diamond glint on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awake in the morning hush, I am the swift upflinging rush of quiet birds' circling flight. I am the soft star shine at night. Do not stand by my grave and cry.... I am not there I did not die. Author Unknown
(hagen4@ix.netcom.com)
Wed, 09 Oct 1996
To the family of Michael Dodd:
Although I do not know you, my thoughts are with you. I too lost a loved one who was Michael's age and who also died in 1989. He was my best friend and I know how you must feel losing someone so precious in your life.
I hope that you can remember Michael the way that he would want you to; happy and alive, and with no regrets. Please take care and remember that others are thinking of you.
Erin Dodd (swingers@mail.westworld.com)
Sun, 19 May 1996
In loving memory of my brother, Michael.
Aunt Joyce Jewel (jewel@mail.westworld.com)
Wed, 21 Aug 96
Beloved Nephew Michael,
Michael you are loved, missed and remembered by your family everyday. I pray that you have found whatever you were wanting in your few years here. I love you.