Michael Meehan, (1950 - 2015) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

He was a generous and loving friend: long distance, on the phone, on the golf course... everywhere

64 years old
Born on June 7, 1950
Passed away on January 11, 2015 in Pompey, New York, United States

This memorial website was created in memory of our friend, Michael Meehan, 64, born on June 7, 1950 and passed away on January 11, 2015. We remember him fondly.

Please Note: this site is from friends of Mike and is not a Meehan family memorial site. We fully respect the Meehan family's domain for handling Michael's passing, but a few of his friends wanted to do something specifically for his friends.

Michael Meehan

Michael Meehan has always been known to his friends and family as a dear man who possessed a gentle and kind soul. He lived simply and worked hard relying on the principles of integrity, loyalty and kindness to guide him each day.

He lived by these principles to the day he died and he exemplified these qualities by sticking by his friends and caring for his partner through good times and bad.

Michael, 64, passed away suddenly at his home on January 11 in Pompey Center, New York. He worked for many years at GHD, formerly Stearns-Wheeler, in Cazenovia, NY, one of the world's leading professional services companies operating in global markets of water, energy and resources. Michael was a key resource at the Cazenovia location for three plus decades.

He grew up in Fayetteville, New York and graduated from Christian Brothers Academy in 1968 and also attended SUNY at Oswego.

Mike loved to golf and he had a beautiful sweet swing. One of the greatest memories of Mike for his friends and family was playing golf with Mike who was quietly, but fiercely competitive and just hated to lose. He happily played 27 holes of golf with his brother Dennis this past Christmas day.

His many friends will miss his gentle manner, Irish sense of humor and handsome good looks. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Mary, a brother Dennis and three sisters: Sally, Merilee and Mindy. Michael recently lost his long time partner, Kathy, to an illness.

Please remember Michael in your prayers.

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January 11

Michael, Today I’m reminded of what a lovely and generous person you were by the tributes written on this site. I treasure the memories of the times we spent together. I’m old enough to look back - not wishing to be back there - but recognizing it as a really formative time, and appreciating that.

Dennis’ description of your final resting place is so loving and peaceful, being there with your parents. I hope that in some way you know that you are remembered and cherished by your extended family and your broad group of devoted friends. May you have peace.

January 11

Dennis
Thanks for the info about your parents passing. They led a great life creating a wonderful family. BUT...They must not have smoked those stupid little cigars that Mike loved. (some bitterness there)

I will reflect on all the good stuff that Jerry talked about. I also think that Mike got caught up in a down time period in his life that impacted his health and spirit that evidently he couldn't escape and we at a distance couldn't help with.... OR None of know what the next day will bring, None of us know what is written for us, what is God's plan... so it's best that we make peace now and get in synch with the Holy Spirit and try to live it right! Honoring Mike is a good thing and knowing you guys and your love is another. We will try to carry on in the right way for Mike.

January 11

Dudley, Jerry, & Carol -
I wanted you guys to know that Michael's Mother passed away last September at the age of 99...his Dad passed away peacefully the year before at the age of 98.
Last month I returned both their cremains from North Carolina down here to Florida...to be finally put alongside Michael in the Catholic Church "Memorial Garden" where he was interred nine years ago.
Even though they're close by, I still deeply miss them all!
Dennis

January 11

Mike, as I often do, but especially in January, I scrolled through all of the beautiful pictures of you, your family and friends. It never gets old and always brings a smile to my face and yes, many tears.
I'd like to thank Dudley and Sydney for setting up this beautiful tribute site. I'm hoping all of us in Michael's vast circle appreciate the opportunity to visit with him and to be reminded of these cherished memories.
Mike and I started our friendship when we were 10,11,12 years old in the Southfield Drive neighborhood. Our families became close... and frequent family gatherings took place. Legendary kickball, badminton and "kill the guy with the ball" contests were everyday events. Even back then "Micky", your competitive nature ruled the day! Only a Great Dane or 2 could punctuate these events and delay the outcome.
These are some of the memories that still bring a tear to the eye. I'm so grateful to have this opportunity to take a trip down memory lane with you and so many others. These times are valued and therapeutic.
Love and miss you, dear friend...
JD

June 7, 2023

MM
We down here are aging a bit and still running our race. You up there have finished your race and hopefully doing well. We in this realm still miss you. Still miss your kindness and gentle ways. Will do some reflection on this day and think about the work you did, the friendships you made, the love you worked at and gave, the little things and small acts that was your mark. So, as this day goes on I'll try to take your measure and understand more...
Duds

June 7, 2023

Happy birthday, my dear friend Michael! The month of June is special to several of our Gemini brothers. We should be celebrating our birthdays together...toasting our friendship.
But we will carry on, thinking of you, our long friendship and the brotherhood we share.
Never forget, always cherish and celebrate the value of friendship. Miss you, pal of mine.

June 7, 2023

I am particularly sorry today that Michael is gone. It is still hard to believe, because I still see him as he was in high school years even though I know we both changed a lot. I counted on him as a friend and thought our friendship would deepen as we got older, which it did to a certain extent. It turned out that window of opportuntiy was shorter than my imagination planned it to be. I wish we could catch up right now - had Michael lived, we'd both be in our 70's now, with our working years behind us, and with new generations of family to enjoy. I think we would have had some great talks, lots of reminiscing, and laughter. I miss you, old friend.

June 6, 2023

I wanted to use this forum to say a special "Thank You" to Dudley, Carol, and Jerry...for all the heartfelt tributes you've left on the Anniversary Dates of Mike's Birth and Passing.
You were truly great fiends...he loved you all dearly...and I wanted you to know how much your messages have meant to our Family!
I wish he was still with us!!
Brother Dennis

January 11, 2023

Eight years... mike has missed some good stuff and some not so good stuff. I wonder what he'd say about the Ruskies and Ukraine. He was hard to pin down politically. As Jerry and I age, its like we have this huge hole that Mike always filled, that will never be filled by anything else, period. He could difinitely piss you off, but being around him always was reassuring, made us happy and he sent more than a few surprises our way. But there was a wholeness with the three of us... all born just days apart in the same year in 1950... all wound up in the same neighborhood... amazing we stayed so close and didn't go to the same high school. I don't know how we managed it.

We had some great times and dark times living at Ferwood for all those years. Mike finally got out as I did... we had some great pitch card games around the round table in front of a roaring fireplace in the den and the dogs and the cats ... Jay Bird Wendell ....with 20 below zero weather outside and a bottle of whiskey and homegrown. And many odd and interesting drop in guest at the old house. It was a scene

And of course Mike's luck with women, but I won't go there...

Hope all is good Mike!
Duds

January 11, 2023

Michael, I just perused the photos that Dudley arranged. I want to thank Dudley and brother Dennis for creating a beautiful tribute.
The years are racing by now, but my appreciation for our friendship has never been stronger. It will be a wonderful reunion when we all visit next.
Rest assured that your buddies think of you often, love to reminisce our adventures and wish you the peace and love you so deserve.

January 11, 2023

When Mike passed, the Funeral Home that handled his arrangements printed a few laminated "Bookmarks" that featured the obituary placed in the Syracuse newspaper.
I try to read a lot...and when I do, I have his picture sticking out from the pages looking back at me.
Love that Bookmark!!

January 11, 2023

It’s been eight years and I continue to be grateful for Michael’s friendship and presence in my life. He left this world way too soon and too quickly for any good byes. I wish I had been able to say a proper farewell and tell him how much he meant to me.

June 7, 2022

Michael’s friendship has had a lifelong impact on me. I think of him as a person of great integrity and thoughtfulness. His combination of gentleness and determination was an example of the way I wanted to be, too. All these years later I wish he was still here to talk to about the new challenges of aging and retirement because I know he’d have thought about the issues and have some wisdom to share. I miss being able to call him at those moments. You remain in my thoughts, Michael. Thank you for being a good, dear friend.

June 7, 2022

Hello Michael, dear friend. Happy birthday to you. We honored you on the golf course the last 3 days. Talked about you a lot and wish you were here. I believe the consensus would have been... Even though we all played well at times... You would have outplayed everyone. Miss you my friend Sev

June 7, 2022

Seven years gone by! Doesn't seem right...doesn't seem fair!
You've missed out on some good years Brother...and we too have missed out on sharing them with you.
Just wanted you to know that your Mom, Sisters, and I are all thinking about you on your Birthday.
Love,
Brother Den

January 11, 2022

Well, got a call from our dear friend Jerry S who was in the hospital with heart related things going on, but he is doing fine and was released today, Jan 11. Quite a coincidence? We spoke and noted the craziness of the day and Mickey's passing on this date. Wow. It was Jerry that called me in my Toronto hotel room and broke the news that he was gone!

I just wish that Mike had the care the Jerry and I have had for our hearts. If so, he would be here with us. Mike probably didn't like doctors and doing all that stuff and being in Cazenovia way out in the country you probably had to go to the big city .. Syracuse.. to see a cardiologist. Anyway, I wish he had seen one ...darn it. And maybe stopped smoking those stupid cigars. I feel like ranting!

January 11, 2022

This is always a sad day...hard to believe it's been 7 years!
The website name says it all..."Forever Missed"!!
Brother Den, Mom, Sally, Merrilee, & Mindy

January 11, 2022

It is still strange after 7 years to grasp that Michael is no longer here. I miss his gentle presence and the knowledge that we were important to each other even when our contact was sporadic. He was a good friend and a good person, which is a special combination. I miss him and still think about having fun with him - that picture of Michael in high school brings back poignant memories every time I see it.

January 11, 2022

Forever missed. A nice, friendly, good conversationalist, golfer and was lucky to have the best friends ever. Dudley's sister Debby Larus Doolittle

June 7, 2021

Happy birthday, Michael. Remember when our birthdays would be a joint event in the neighborhood. Miss you, brother.

June 7, 2021

With our Father's recent passing, this will be the first birthday that Mike's had a chance to share with Dad..."up there"! Probably playing Pitch...those bums! Still lovingly remembered by all of us..."down here"! Continue to watch over us...please!
Brother Den

June 7, 2021

Happy Birthday Mike! Hope things are good with you. Give my best to the spirits and the Holy Spirit. Love Dud

June 7, 2021

I can't believe another year has passed since I last left a birthday message for Michael. It's been such a strange year of concern, reflection, awareness, and focus. It's been both unsettling and grounding, in that there were so many uncertainties, but there was also time for reflection and thinking about priorities and values. Which brings me back to Michael - a man who seems to have found a way to live his values, even during very difficult times. He didn't give up on people, but saw them, flaws and all, as whole and worthy. He had an open heart, which has become a rarer attribute over these last few decades, I think. That may be one of the central reasons I miss him so much. I always felt accepted by him even when he had good reason to feel hurt or angry with me. He was kind, interested, and generous, whether we were talking, emailing, or we were meeting for a meal with my son on a college tour (long ago). As I look at my grown children and young grandchildren now, I hope they are able to remain as open and generous in their lives as Michael was. I am going to have a small grove of trees planted in a national forest in Michael's name. It's a long overdue gesture of remembrance, but I want to do something enduring for him that will be a tribute to the nature of his friendship in my life and will continue beyond me.

January 11, 2021

Yup, this day is almost exactly like the day I got the news in a Toronto hotel room from JDS. Cold and rainy. Remember heading down to breakfast with the rest of the team from work. Mentioning that my best friend had passed suddenly. Getting a sorry or that's too bad. So weird. Then heading off to deal with a cranky customer.. Imperial Bank of Canada. That day, the sky, the city, the sidewalks are etched into my mind.

With a guy like Mike, its probably harder for the people left behind in some ways. Miss him each day.

January 11, 2021

Mike is a friend we all miss so much. His level head and clever sense of humor are missed the most. His warm smile and genuine greetings created the bar we aspire to duplicate. Not sure if that is possible.
Mike's spin on 2020 would have brought some sense of clarity and civility.
Luckily, we have so many beautiful memories that are comforting.
Miss you, buddy. Think of you often.
Sev

January 11, 2021

This is always a very somber day. I think about Mike most days to a small degree, but much more so on this Anniversary...and his Birthday. He was a great brother...and just a really good guy. Sad he's not here in person...but always with us in spirit!
Brother Den
P.S. - Love reading comments from his dear friends Dudley, Jerry, and Carol.

January 11, 2021

It is still hard to believe that Michael is no longer here. He really was a rare gem of a human being. Solid, funny, loyal, and someone who extended himself for others. I'm again thankful for this site and the opportunity it gives me to reflect on what Michael meant to me. I find it strange to find myself here among his brother and lifelong best friends. Despite the fact that I didn't have that kind of a constant relationship with him, he was a constant presence in my life. I looked through the pictures on this site this week and was reminded of how much of Michael's life I didn't know. His generosity in staying in touch with me and meeting me for an occasional dinner was typical of him. Looking at the picture of us at the prom we went to (at CBA I think) reminded me first of how unbelievably young we were when we were closest, and second of how innocent and sweet that time was. I will always miss him.

June 7, 2020

Michael you are in my thoughts today as you have been frequently this year. I didn’t realize you’d be 70 this year but I’ve been aware of my 50th reunion coming up this summer. Reunions were a place we saw each other and caught up along with your stops in Western Mass for dinner on your way back from somewhere east of here. I’m so grateful for your presence in my life and how you’ve remained an important person to me even though you’re gone from my sight.

June 7, 2020

Another missed milestone...first it was your 65th...now your 70th. I think often of what it might have been like when you finally retired, and (possibly) moved down this way to Florida. It would have been good...it would have been fun! Thanks for watching over me, your friends, and your family. You're still "One of the Best"!
Brother Den

June 7, 2020

Big Happy Birthday Mike. You missed an interesting year so far on the planet. but I trust you are part of our and my spiritual conversations with you pretty much daily. And thanks for the continued help on the golf course when I have a good shot. Appreciate you pitching in to help me. I need it! The Gemini bunch plus Tom are all turning 70 with you. You are somewhat lucky not to be fighting the aging thing .. getting old is a drag. I'm figuring that out. See you at Thendera and Saranac Lake. I'll always be waiitng on the tee for ya.

June 7, 2020

Happy birthday, Mike. Our Gemini b'days always added a special connection, didn't it! I still remember those neighborhood celebrations on Southfield Dr.
Please know that your closest friends and family think of you often. I'll look for you when I next get out on the golf course.
Miss you friend.

January 12, 2020

It is hard to imagine that Michael has been gone for five years. I so appreciate this forum for staying in touch with my memories of Michael and reading about how others remember and miss him too. Twice a year is about how often we communicated over the last decade of Michael’s life so January 11 and June 7 on this site have become a sad substitute. I miss our conversations - his genuine interest in whatever we were talking about, his gentle voice, his humor and his deeply rooted values always came through. There were few people in my life like him and I continue to miss his presence.

January 11, 2020

Five years...wow, that's crazy! I remember those last few days with him like it was yesterday. Special thanks to Dudley, Carol, Jerry, and all those who are so thoughtful in remembering this day as well.

Brother Dennis

January 11, 2020

Thinking of Mike today more than the usual thoughts of Mike throughout the week. I miss his steadfast friendship and realize more than ever that his friendship was one of a kind. Not replaceable.

Today its cold and rainy in Atlanta. It was a similar type day when I got a call in Toronto in a hotel room about Mike and I tried to go to work at a big Canandian Bank. I remember that day. Wish we had more time together....

June 7, 2019

Getting older makes many things more precious and one of those is the memories generated long ago when we had different energy, different perspective, and an unbounded vision of the future. I was lucky to share some of that time with Michael, and I remember him always with love and affection.

June 7, 2019

We are at Jekyll Island this week and back in the day, Mike vacationed with us several times here and we played the great Jekyll golf course together. It was always really hot and Mike was not used to the hot weather, but we always had a great time and he was always playing well.
I went out by myself this week almost every afternoon after some beach time and playing those holes brought back a lot of memories. It was not as much fun as playing with Mike because he made the time very special and I tried hard to keep up scoring-wise with him. But I always ask for Mike's help on the hard shots now and sometimes he delivers! Happy Birthday Brother! I am right behind you along with brother Jerry.

January 12, 2019

It is so hard to describe the feeling of missing someone. Michael’s still present for me, even though he’s not physically here, in a space full of memories and feelings from many years ago. I was lucky to meet him and lucky to have him as a friend for so many years.

January 11, 2019

Another January 11
Mike was and still is a big part of my everyday life. At this stage in my life, it has become clear that friends like Mike are once in a life time. Having a friend like Mike won't happen again.
But, I should and will be warmed that it did. Where ever your spirit is, hope you are doing well. Dud

January 10, 2019

It's hard to believe that Mike's been gone four years. I think of him often, and the opportunities for some late-life fun that we missed out on.
We won't be attending a Mass tomorrow in his memory...Mom & Dad aren't well enough to do that anymore...but sisters Sally & Merrilee are down here in Florida right now, so we'll likely have some lively conversation about "good-old times" with our brother.
Denny

October 23, 2018

I thought I had lost this link but have found it again so am writing belated birthday thoughts of Michael. It’s serving to remind me how forgiving and flexible a friend he was - it didn’t matter if we’d talked or emailed recently or there were many months in between. He was always ready to pick up the conversation and be engaged. I do think of him and miss him much more often than the twice a year I try to post here. He was a good, good person and a special one.

June 7, 2018

Happy Birthday Brother...wherever you are!

January 11, 2018

I’m thinking of Mike today and feeling sorry I can’t share things going on in my life with him and hear stories from his. He made it easy to be friends and keep a feeling of connection. I miss him.

January 11, 2018

Thinking of you Mike, this day as always. You are never far away.
Your friend
Duds

January 10, 2018

The name of this Memorial Website says it best....."Forever Missed"!
A Mass in Mike's memory will be celebrated tomorrow morning, January 11th at 8:30 AM. Mom, Dad, Diane, & I will attend. Hard to believe it's been 3 years!
Brother Den

June 7, 2017

Every time I think of Mike, I think of what a shame it is that he's not with us today...not able to enjoy the rest of a life cut short. If he had relocated to the Sunshine State (which was a possibility), I wouldn't have to constantly worry about who I'm playing golf with this week...we would at least have had a two-some! As strange as this may sound....every time I need to hit a good shot, I say a little prayer to him, and most often he comes through for me! Wonder if they golf in Heaven?!
Brother Den

June 7, 2017

Happy Birthday Mike! Miss being able to convince you to join me on fun golf trips all over the place.

June 7, 2017

I still feel a hole in my life where my friendship with Michael used to reside. It is so reassuring to have the stability of long term friendships and shared memories, and I miss that. But most of all, I just miss Michael - his enormous heart, his gentleness, his humor, his willingness to listen, and his wisdom. I was so lucky to know him and have him for a friend for so long.

June 7, 2017

Happy birthday, Mike! Thinking of b'day cake and ice cream parties in the neighborhood followed by a killer kickball game in your backyard.
Peace, brother.

January 11, 2017

As time goes by the saddness remains. I am reminded to pay more attention to the most tender friendships. I was lost for awhile. You taught me much, Michael. This lesson is much appreciated.
Wish you were here to share 2017 with all of us. You are dearly missed and loved, my brother.

January 11, 2017

It shouldn't be surprising to me how often I think of Michael - he was the first boy I truly loved. The fact that we were still friends 47 years later is a a tribute to his forgiving, constant nature, his open mind and his open heart. I 'm still in a bit of shock that he's gone and I willl always miss him.

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Syd with her wonderful smile and willingness to share her sandwich with me in junior high.

In front of apartment, Main St., Cazenovia

Mike's 50th Birthday (2000) - Lake Placid Golf - with Dad, Dennis, Brian, Nathan, & Patrick

Mike, Dad, & Dennis - Ireland Card Game - 11:00 PM

Mike and Dud at the pool at my house around 2001

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January 27, 2016

The flowers at Decatur Presbyterian were given in honor of Mike on 1/17. Picture of bulletin note and flowers...
Dud

So young

February 24, 2015

I met Mike through Dudley - I was fifteen and Mike was an older man of seventeen. He took me out to see The Jungle Book, my first real date. We kept on dating, often double dates with Dudley and my sister Margot. He did sweet things and wrote poems and we had a whole lot of fun going to mixers, sneaking alcohol, going to movies and hanging out with his Rat Patrol friends. We fell into first love and made plans to be together forever. It didn't work out that way but we got to share that precious time of being very young and in love and trying to figure it all out together. He remained a friend with the same kindness and openness I first loved in him. He was a dear and loving person and it is a deeply sad shock to have the door close on the history we shared.

Snapping pictures during his back swing

February 17, 2015

I am amazed Mike didn't clock me for constantly snapping pictures during his back swing! Seems like I was always doing it.
Dud

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