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Fawna Laurin posted a condolence
Sunday, March 10, 2024
I'm sorry I'm just finding out about uncle Mike I don't have a very great memory but the ones I have about uncle Mike are wonderful I would always see him and my cousins having such a blast especially my cousin Paul I always admired his love for his children rest in peace don't give dad to much trouble we love you
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Tammy Laurin uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, December 2, 2023
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December 17 will be two years. It is hard to believe that two years have passed without you here. We all miss you so much. Life is not the same without you. I have spent the last couple of years trying to figure out what to do with the life I have been dealt. I have always asked you for advice, but now I have no one. So, over these two years, I have learned to become independent and take on life's challenges without advice from anyone. It isn't all that bad because I have learned so much about who I am and how strong of a woman I am. I owe that to you. You have always believed in me and pushed me, I am so grateful for that. I miss you, Dad, and so does everyone else. Tell Joshua I think of him every day and that I love him so much. Hugs Tammy
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Tammy Laurin uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, December 2, 2023
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Tammy Laurin lit a candle
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
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A Moment Forever Remembered
As I sat down at the table waiting for the derided lecture from my father, as to why I should not be on my phone after 8:30, my body began tensing up. My mind said "Get up, walk away," while my feet stood firmly planted to the kitchen floor. Inside my head, I could hear the words, “Why do you think you know what is best for me? I am 16 years old, I am not a child! What gives you the right to scorn me over something so silly?"
Feeling the tension increase in my body, I suddenly shout out at him, “It is my phone, I pay the bill and you have no right to tell me when I can use it!” Oh those words, they were like a knife being stabbed into my father’s heart. I sat there watching him go from a pale white to tomato red…I knew I was in trouble.
It was as if I was watching a slow-motion picture, the vision of his hand slowly flowing through the air, the slight tingling becoming more severe as the seconds marched on. All of a sudden I woke up, realizing the stinging sensation was the result of my father’s hand coming across my cheek. By that time my father was standing in front of me holding my phone and attached to it was a long wire. The remnants of what used to be inside my bedroom wall. Needless to say, that was the end of my own phone.
Looking back at this memory, I realized how powerful of a man my father was and that he was someone I would never disrespect again.
Today, just 38 days after his passing, I want to share with you who my father is. He is my hero, my inspiration, and my beacon. It has taken me over 45 years to actually listen to him, but I am happy to say he succeeded because of incidents like the one above.
Because of him, I now know how to save money and not spend every dime I make. I have learned that "keeping up with the Joneses," or investing in things that are new, like cars, clothing, and jewelry is a big mistake. Investing in your future, and the future of your family is a much wiser choice. I am so grateful he continually pushed this on me.
By watching my father, I also learned the value of hard work and commitment. My father took pride in his ability to support his family and to do so, in a way that did not require assistance from outside resources. When times were tough, he worked multiple jobs, even if it meant long days. He was a role model in my eyes and I am certain that is why I am a bit obsessive over my own career. (Thanks Dad!)
I grew up learning what it truly meant to be committed. My father modeled this my entire life. You see he and my mother lived across the street from each other. When they were little his mother would babysit my mom. As the two of them went through elementary and then junior high, they actually didn’t get along all that well. As a matter of fact, his brother Paul and my mother were close friends. But, things changed in high school and after my father returned from war, they discovered they loved each other and married in April of 1968. This year my parents celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary, but the reality is they celebrated an entire lifetime together.
What an experience, nowadays we don’t even know who our neighbors are, let alone marry them. Watching my father has taught me that relationships take work, but as long as the foundation on which it is built is made of trust, respect, and an open line of communication there is nothing that can't be worked out.
But of all the things my father has taught me, the most important it is that family should always be first. He modeled that daily. I can’t think of anyone, outside of my mother, who is as selfless as my father. He gave his life caring for the needs of others and never once thought about what he was missing out on. I can honestly say there will never be another person whom I will honor and respect as much as him.
I will love and miss you for the rest of my life dad. Life without you is lonely.
Your Daughter
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Joanne Blimka posted a condolence
Thursday, December 23, 2021
Dianne and family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. The love that Mike had for his family was evident in the way he cared for them. I had the pleasure of being a part of the education development several of the children who were so loved and well cared for by both of you. I always knew when you two would visit the school. Mikes teasing humor brought smiles to so many! Especially your children. Danny shared the very same sense of humor as Mike, he always thought his dad was the funniest man around. I will keep you in prayer as you attempt to navigate the journey of grief that is before you. God Bless!!!!
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Kathy Kujacznski posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Prayers to all the Laurin Family. Kathy "Kenny" Kujacznski
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Felicia Dougherty lit a candle
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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You will be missed deeply, I will always cherish the times my parents, siblings and I would come over to visit and we would sit on the porch eat ice cream and listen to all your jokes. Rest easy ❤️
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Chris laurin lit a candle
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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I remember a time when we were all over on 4th of July and uncle Mike was building an add on to the house. The foundation was all that was there, it rained and filled with water. Someone had m80’s and they were lightning and throwing in to the water creating big water explosions. Us kids thought it was great. Uncle Mike always new how to have fun with us kids.
RIP uncle Mike.
Love Chris Laurin (Duane’s youngest son) and Charlotte
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Tammy Laurin Posted Jan 25, 2022 at 9:51 PM
Chris, I remember that. Dad was the one throwing them into the basement. Thank you for sharing that memory. Do you remember how he had wooden planks across the basement walls? He would walk from one side of the basement to the other. It took a really long time for him to complete that project.
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Jane Ellen Slayton posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
I remember the first IEP that I had with Mike and Dianne. As a newer teacher, I went over everything. When I finished, Mike asked where he signed if he refused all of it. I was thrown and didn't know how to respond. Little did I know he had a wicked sense of humor. The remaining years that I had his son in my room, Mike always gave me a hard time and Dianne came to my rescue. He was an awesome man. My prayers to Dianne and the rest of his family
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Zachery Laurin lit a candle
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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Rest in peace uncle mike, loved coming over and visiting everyone, eating ice cream and riding the quad around in the yard.
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Timothy Adams posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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Michael was a great source of advice to me and my family. We have a couple of special needs children and we would often rely on his knowledge and wisdom to help us provide the best life we could for our children. His guidance and wisdom will be missed.
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Haily Minarik (Laurin) lit a candle
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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As a child growing up my family and I would drive over to visit. During our visit Uncle Mike and Aunt Diane would always feed us ice cream or candy. There was never a time when we were over there did they not have ice cream. As soon as we got there they would ask my brother, sister and I if we wanted some ice cream. Having children of my own I’m glad he was able to meet my older two. I’m really bummed he never got the chance to meet my twins.
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Ed lit a candle
Monday, December 20, 2021
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Sitting here thinking it is hard to narrow down my best moments with Dad. There were so many.
How many weekends did he spend driving me across the state, sometimes even states, so I could play chess? I can't imagine how bored he must have been sitting at those while I played. He never hesitated, though. If I wanted to play - he took me.
When I was in high school I made a passing comment that I wanted to learn to fly some day.. A week later Dad took me to meet a flight instructor. A few days later I was in the pilot seat. Dad went up on that first flight with me - He had a heck of a time squeezing into the backseat of a Cessena 172, but he did it!
He was always willing to do whatever it took to make sure I could strive for my dreams. I hope the life I live can make him proud.
Ed
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Monday, December 20, 2021
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1945 - 2021
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