On October 22, 2022 12 years after you passed away I finally laid your ashes to rest. When you first died I slept with the urn for two weeks. Then it was moved to the side table next to my bed. From there it went to the dresser. At some point it was moved into your old room which is now my home office.

I decided that it was time to let it go. A symbol of you growing up and out. You have been gone from this life for a long time. I chose to have your ashes interred at the Steelmantown Cemetery in Woodbine, NJ. Its a green burial ground. The cemetery is Circa 1700. It is full of trees. Not only your ashes but your cousin Paige and your Aunt Leslie also passed and their ashes were included. We planted a six foot flowering dogwood tree to memorialize all of you.

You always wanted the marginalized included and this seems so fitting that you would have these lovely souls with you. It was your heart to reach out to people who struggled and just make them feel wanted. In this life you all struggled and it was a tough place to exist for you. When I think of you, Aunt Leslie and Paige now I think of 'upward and onward'. 

I am thankful for the strength to do this and look forward to visiting your memory and have faith that you all have been growing in the Lords love and light since passing.

Your Mom will always love you and will never ever forget you Mikey.

It’s been 12 years and I still think about you all the time. Your STILL one of the best friends I’ve ever had and I still miss hanging out with you. I would give anything to go back to the great times we shared. It’s amazing that I got to know you the way I did, and I wouldn't trade that for the world. Thank you for everything.. Miss you bud.

Though you may be gone, you’ll never be forgotten.

til we meet again..

Rest Easy King.

Heavenly Birthday wishes Mikey! I hope you and Jesse are flying high.

Dear Mikey,
Wow. It's been just over 9 years since you left us. You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten. We were about 9 years old when we first met in school. I remember it like it was yesterday. We were in the 4th grade together when we first met. Little did I know how close we would become over the years. We shared our childhood together and I have countless memories of you making me laugh. You had one of the best senses of humor and wit of any human that I have ever met. You were kind hearted and amazingly talented. I always loved your style and art. You were a great friend and I miss you to the moon and back. I'll always remember you for the amazing person you are and your memory I will always keep dear in my heart. Love you forever brother!

To my dear nephew Mike,
It's 9 years already since you left us, but still feels like yesterday. I know that you're in good company in Heaven with all of our family that has passed on before us. Hugs & Kisses to you. Forever Loved & Dearly Missed...Aunt Linda. xoxo

Mikey that's what I always called you. I remember the days we got to know you. Jesse and you seemed to get along great. I loved how you always had so much respect for your mother. I think I liked that about you the most. You had a great sense of humor and I remember how upset Jesse was when you left this earth. Your mom was one of the first people I thought of when Jesse left the earth. I miss you both I hope you found each other, I'd like to think you will be friends forever.

Nine years......way too long to not hear your voice or see your smile. I carry you with me everyday and thank God for the power and strength He provides me to move forward in a world where you no longer live. I love my Michael more and more every day. Even death can not change that.

With lots of love and missing you on this day. Your Mom always thinks about you Mike.

Today is your birthday , not a day goes by that I don’t miss our conversations, so many times I look inside myself to remember your advice and guidance. You were then now and forever my brother my best friend we all miss you but we know you watch over. Love ya bro till we meet again!

Mikey, Happy Birthday son. I dont think I have to tell you how much you are missed. I know you know how much you meant to me and the others that love you. Hope your new life is being good to you. Love always, Mom

My dearest nephew Mike,
I can't believe that today marks 7 years since your passing. I miss you so very much & you're forever loved. I know you're in good company up in Heaven, surrounded by the love of Grand Pop & Grand Mom Bowers. Until we meet again. Love always...Aunt Linda

Happy Birthday my son. You are so loved, so missed. There really are no words anymore...nothing but love from here until forever.

Happy Birthday in heaven Mikey. Your Grandad has joined you now so I know you were there to greet him. Look on after your Mum. She's strong but I know she misses you terribly. God bless you and keep you

Hear you me

There's no one in town I know
You gave us some place to go.
I never said thank you for that.
I thought I might get one more chance.
What would you think of me now,
so lucky, so strong, so proud?
I never said thank you for that,
now I'll never have a chance.
May angels lead you in.
Hear you me my friends.
On sleepless roads the sleepless go.
May angels lead you in.
So what would you think of me now,
so lucky, so strong, so proud?
I never said thank you for that,
now I'll never have a chance.
May angels lead you in.
Hear you me my friends.
On sleepless roads the sleepless go.
May angels lead you in.
May angels lead you in.
May angels lead you in.
And if you were with me tonight,
I'd sing to you just one more time.
A song for a heart so big,
god wouldn't let it live.
May angels lead you in.
Hear you me my friends.
On sleepless roads the sleepless go.
May angels lead you in.
May angels lead you in.
Hear you me my friends.
On sleepless roads the sleepless go.
May angels lead you in.
May angels lead you in.

Remembering your sweet soul. Knowing you're at peace I'm sure brings all your loved ones great comfort. Please watch over your Mother and give her heart peace.Rest well my friend whom I will one day meet

Happy birthday to my favorite boy in heaven, thanks for always looking out, I love you

Happy Birthday up there in the heavens Mikey. Looking forward to meeting you one day. Blessed Be

Sending Happy Birthday wishes to you in Heaven. How blessed you are to spend this special day with your Heavenly Father, your maker. And, I know you're in good company with Grand Mom. I love & miss you dearly; until we meet again. Love...Aunt Linda

Happy Birthday in Heaven Michael. Your memory lives on and forever to those who hold you dear their hearts.

My boy, my very heart. There really are no words to describe the grief that has carved its presence into my whole being. To say I miss you and love you sounds so empty compared to the feelings. I say it everyday and you are never forgotten.

I lay this flower in tribute to you, my dear nephew Mike. As I remember you on your 31st birthday, I rejoice in the knowledge that you're in Heaven with our Lord, your Grand Mom & so many others who went ahead before us. There's still an empty spot in my heart that will only be filled when we meet again in Heaven. Your ray of light shines bright for all who knew & love you/ Happy Birthday Mike!!!

Another candle lit in remembrance of you. You painted yourself on my soul. The colors never fade and the image is wonderful to remember. Warm, vibrant and Forever Missed, Your Mom remembers you all the time. I hope to see you again someday.

Happy 31st birthday in heaven Mikey

Four years have come and gone. Yet your Mother and friends can still feel your presence. You surely must have been a very special soul Mikey. Looking forward to meeting you someday

I light a candle in your memory. The light pales next to having you here with us. We do this in remembrance of your vibrant and loving soul. Your Mom misses you son. Every day of every minute.

Even tho it has been 3 and a half years since your passing, I still feel your warmth and see brief images of your face when I close my eyes. You appear in my dreams sometimes, too.

Happy Birthday, Mikey.

                                   Miss you,
                                    Doozal

Happy 30th to a most special young man that I wish
I could have known.

Happy Birthday Michael♥

Rest in Paradise Michael...I didn't know you in person, but heard alot about you through your mother..I hope you met my son in Heaven...Fly high with your Angels and keep shining your love down on your mom...