A special man

I met Mike in 1997 at the Wisconsin project. From the moment I met him, I knew he was special. He introduced me to new music (which I still play on a regular basis). He was so funny. He had such a positive attitude toward work and life. He was such a good, solid human being.

I am devastated and saddened by the news of his death. I am sure that every life he touched is feeling the loss.

Along with the sadness, comes the reassurance of how lucky I am to have met him. I am thankful that I was able to call him my friend, but even more fortunate that he called me - his friend.

Mary Gerberding