August 5, 2016
August 5, 2016
Sarah, I just now learned of the loss of your precious son. I am so sorry, my dear friend. My condolences to you and your family. True friendships leave footprints in our hearts and souls.
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Michael Saldaña Templin, 25, born on July 20, 1990 and passed away on May 13, 2016. We will remember him forever.
Memorial Fund: Michael's family has established a memorial fund in his name in honor of his love of music and film at www.bigthought.org/michael-saldana/.
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July 21, 2016
July 21, 2016
Don and Sarah --
I am deeply saddened by the news of your tragic loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength needed to get through this moment in your life. My most sincere condolences. --Velma Bueno
I am deeply saddened by the news of your tragic loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength needed to get through this moment in your life. My most sincere condolences. --Velma Bueno
July 20, 2016
July 20, 2016
Dear Michael, my beloved cousin. Here sending you a very special birthday wish. I hope you are having a blast and throwing the biggest party ever!!! with all the other angles!! I want you to know that even though you are no longer here with us. You will NEVER be forgotten. You will always be a part of our family. Please give a big hug to my beloved brother "Boy" who I miss terribly, and "Momo" and "Popo" Happy birthday little cousin until we all meet again!
July 16, 2016
July 16, 2016
Sarah & Don, our prayers are with you. There are no words to console the great sadness you must feel. MICHAEL was an extraordinary young man and he left you lots of happy memories of your time together. I pray that those memories will help get you through the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers, Ophelia Camina & Jim Flegle
July 12, 2016
July 12, 2016
Sarah and Don, Mary and I were shocked and saddened to learn of your loss. We are so sorry for you both. We know Michael was a very special young man and how much he will be missed. Please know that Mary and I we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Marc and Mary Folladori
July 8, 2016
July 8, 2016
Sarah & Don, So sorry for the loss of your son Michael. Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. Viola Brock & Filberto Chapa
June 28, 2016
June 28, 2016
Sarah and Don, we are heartbroken to learn of this loss. We are so very sorry. Your family is in our prayers. Paula and Tom Kurth
June 21, 2016
June 21, 2016
Sarah and Don,
Holly and I have had both of you in our thoughts and prayers. I am praying for peace and comfort for both of you. We look forward to sharing joyful memories of Michael with you.
Holly and I have had both of you in our thoughts and prayers. I am praying for peace and comfort for both of you. We look forward to sharing joyful memories of Michael with you.
June 20, 2016
June 20, 2016
Don & Sarah, We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for
you and your family. May God bring you peace & comfort during
this very difficult time. Larry & Joanne Gaydos
you and your family. May God bring you peace & comfort during
this very difficult time. Larry & Joanne Gaydos
June 19, 2016
June 19, 2016
Michael lived life on his own terms full of curiosity and music. The heavens weep with all who loved him here but celebrate his bright talented fun filled life.
June 3, 2016
June 3, 2016
Sarah and Don, we just learned of your son's tragic accident. Shelley and I are so sorry, and your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Bill and Shelley Strock
May 31, 2016
May 31, 2016
Dear Sarah & Family,
I thank my God for every precious remembrance of you.
Philippians 1:3
I sadly know the unspeakable pain you are feeling and my heart is so full of love and sadness for you. Try to keep your focus on the great joy and happiness that Michael brought you and what a beautiful son he was and always will be. And know that NO ONE can take better care of him eternally than our Heavenly Father.
May God be with you and surround you each with His tenderness and mercy.
Brenda Dodd Knowles
I thank my God for every precious remembrance of you.
Philippians 1:3
I sadly know the unspeakable pain you are feeling and my heart is so full of love and sadness for you. Try to keep your focus on the great joy and happiness that Michael brought you and what a beautiful son he was and always will be. And know that NO ONE can take better care of him eternally than our Heavenly Father.
May God be with you and surround you each with His tenderness and mercy.
Brenda Dodd Knowles
May 27, 2016
May 27, 2016
Sarah,
Deepest condolences from the Provenzano Family. I hope that you feel the love and support of a huge community of people, near and far, to help lift you up during this time. - Julie and Frank
Deepest condolences from the Provenzano Family. I hope that you feel the love and support of a huge community of people, near and far, to help lift you up during this time. - Julie and Frank
May 27, 2016
May 27, 2016
I never met MIchael...but as a mom I share in the sadness. There are no words of comfort for this sorrow and no replacement for this loss...but there are memories and I pray that your family be strengthened in this time. My prayers are with you.
May 27, 2016
May 27, 2016
Don and Sarah, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Michael. May his soul forever walk with God. Look for him in every hummingbird, butterfly, and ladybug. May he always send you signs that he is with you in everything that he loved most. Warmest wishes and prayers. Jennifer Bauer
May 27, 2016
May 27, 2016
Director Saldana and family, my deepest condolences to your family-I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to you, losing a dear, dear child. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dana Moore
May 25, 2016
May 25, 2016
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. I wish this pain on no one. You are about to walk in one of the deepest sorrows of your life. Prayers for you and your family. David looks like a great kid.
May 24, 2016
May 24, 2016
Don and Sarah,
Sending love and light your way in each and every moment. I feel so grateful deep in my heart and soul to have met your family and grown up with such wonderful people in a beautiful, loving environment. As I think back, words cannot express what your family means to me.
Michael is a special guy and as kids we were the best of friends. I remember so vividly laughing and smiling uncontrollably when I was in his presence. We were pretty silly, but it was Michael's mission to spread joy to others because he understood early how it made them feel. He will be missed dearly, but know that he is lived on through everyone he has touched in this life, including me, my family, the whole LL community and beyond. Thank you.
I love you and see you soon,
David
Sending love and light your way in each and every moment. I feel so grateful deep in my heart and soul to have met your family and grown up with such wonderful people in a beautiful, loving environment. As I think back, words cannot express what your family means to me.
Michael is a special guy and as kids we were the best of friends. I remember so vividly laughing and smiling uncontrollably when I was in his presence. We were pretty silly, but it was Michael's mission to spread joy to others because he understood early how it made them feel. He will be missed dearly, but know that he is lived on through everyone he has touched in this life, including me, my family, the whole LL community and beyond. Thank you.
I love you and see you soon,
David
May 24, 2016
May 24, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I know the feeling you are going through, because I experienced this with my mother with the passing of my brother. You have the memories to cherish. My prayers are with you and your family.
May 23, 2016
May 23, 2016
Sarah and Don, my thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.
May 23, 2016
May 23, 2016
To Director Saldaña,
I am deeply saddened by the loss of your son Michael. When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time. Sylvia Solis
I am deeply saddened by the loss of your son Michael. When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time. Sylvia Solis
May 23, 2016
May 23, 2016
Sarah and Don: I just heard the heartbreaking news of Michael's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Even though I only knew Michael when he was very young, I smile when I think of him. He had such a great smile. I know you will treasure the wonderful memories of your sweet son!
May 22, 2016
May 22, 2016
Everything reminds me of you, my heads been a melting pot of emotions.. I smile, I cry, I feel lost yet motivated.. Honestly bro..those last few memories we had late april / early may will be the best i ever have, You changed the quality of my life sevenfold. I'll never forget nearly peeing ourselves laughing in the garage, the inside jokes, the deep conversations late at night, i miss how much fun we would have with the little things. You taught me many valuable lessons & I'm gonna do all i can to make you proud Michael. Save me a spot up there Goose.
May 20, 2016
May 20, 2016
To Director Saldaña and family:
I am deeply saddened to learn of your loss. I hope you are comforted by knowing that many folks at your agency care about you. God bless you and cherish the memories, they will live on forever in your heart. Rose Matthews
I am deeply saddened to learn of your loss. I hope you are comforted by knowing that many folks at your agency care about you. God bless you and cherish the memories, they will live on forever in your heart. Rose Matthews
May 20, 2016
May 20, 2016
May you find strength together and know that Michael will always live in your hearts. My condolences and prayers are with you.
May 20, 2016
May 20, 2016
Our condolences for your great loss. We hope you find some comfort knowing that we're thinking of you and at your service.
May 20, 2016
May 20, 2016
Mr. and Mrs. Saldana and family,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I lost my brother when we were very young and to this day I look to the sky and wave to him!! I hope you and your family do the same to Michael. The Lord has a special job that only Michael (named after the bravest Angel of all) could do. Our children and pets are on loan and now he is home with his heavenly family. He's just away.....
Your ICE and DHS family's prayers and thoughts are with you during this trying time. Angie Applegate
My heart goes out to you and your family. I lost my brother when we were very young and to this day I look to the sky and wave to him!! I hope you and your family do the same to Michael. The Lord has a special job that only Michael (named after the bravest Angel of all) could do. Our children and pets are on loan and now he is home with his heavenly family. He's just away.....
Your ICE and DHS family's prayers and thoughts are with you during this trying time. Angie Applegate
May 19, 2016
May 19, 2016
Don & Sarah, my heart weeps for your loss. No words of consolation are adequate to ease your pain. Just know that I love you dearly, send you good energy, and I'm here to assist in any way at any time. Un gran abrazo y besos.
May 19, 2016
May 19, 2016
My condolences and sympathy are with the family at this difficult time. Please take comfort in knowing Michael has left an infinite impact on this world and will never be forgotten.
Weep not for me though I have gone
Into that gentle night
Grieve if you will, but not for long
Upon my soul's sweet fight
I am at peace, my soul's at rest
There is no need for tears
For with your love I was so blessed
For all those many years
There is no pain, I suffer not
The fear is now all gone
Put now these things out of your thoughts
In your memory I live on
Remember not my fight for breath
Remember not the strife
Please do not dwell upon my death
But celebrate my life
*author unknown*
~ Eternal Light and Rest~
Weep not for me though I have gone
Into that gentle night
Grieve if you will, but not for long
Upon my soul's sweet fight
I am at peace, my soul's at rest
There is no need for tears
For with your love I was so blessed
For all those many years
There is no pain, I suffer not
The fear is now all gone
Put now these things out of your thoughts
In your memory I live on
Remember not my fight for breath
Remember not the strife
Please do not dwell upon my death
But celebrate my life
*author unknown*
~ Eternal Light and Rest~
May 19, 2016
May 19, 2016
Shock, disbelief and deep sadness is what I am feeling since I heard the news. My heart is with you and Michael (somewhere over that colorful rainbow in the sky).
"The wild and windy night
That the rain washed away
Has left a pool of tears
Crying for the day
Why leave me standing here?
Let me know the way."
With much love,
Meg
"The wild and windy night
That the rain washed away
Has left a pool of tears
Crying for the day
Why leave me standing here?
Let me know the way."
With much love,
Meg
May 19, 2016
May 19, 2016
Sarah and Don - our hearts go out to you. I have so many wonderful memories of your handsome boy. The picture of a boy and his beagle. Michael playing under our dining room table with our dogs. We sorely miss his sweet and kind soul.
May 19, 2016
May 19, 2016
Love you a lot Michael. You were a true friend when I needed you most, and helped form a part of who I am. I always knew we'd reconnect sometime, and now wish that had happened sooner. I'm lucky to have known you and will never forget our time together.
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
Sarah and Don--
There really aren't words. I remember Michael as a bright-eyed little boy so many years ago, and I know he grew into a lovely young man. I send you my love and best thoughts.
There really aren't words. I remember Michael as a bright-eyed little boy so many years ago, and I know he grew into a lovely young man. I send you my love and best thoughts.
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
Sarah and Don,
We are terribly saddened by hearing of your loss of Michael. Though it has been quite a while since we saw him last, my memory of Michael is of an intelligent, thoughtful, and creative young man. I fondly recall Cub Scout meetings with him and you, Sarah, in the Lamplighter barn. You and your family are in our thoughts. Maura, Pat, and Patrick Neligan
We are terribly saddened by hearing of your loss of Michael. Though it has been quite a while since we saw him last, my memory of Michael is of an intelligent, thoughtful, and creative young man. I fondly recall Cub Scout meetings with him and you, Sarah, in the Lamplighter barn. You and your family are in our thoughts. Maura, Pat, and Patrick Neligan
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
I was saddened very much by this tragic event. You have my deep condolences.
Greg
Greg
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
Dear Sarah & Don,
Our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
Thank you Michael for loving my son Juan Bueno so much you will be always in our hearts LOVE ALWAYS
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Sarah and Don, Jill and I are saddened beyond words to hear this tragic news. We are praying for peace right now and sending our love. "Give me a stout heart to bear my own burdens. Give me a willing heart to bear the burdens of others. Give me a believing heart to cast all burdens upon Thee."
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
I used to be carpool buddies with Michael at Lamplighter. Those are still, and will always be, some of my favorite memories going to and from school and playing with the Beagle at his house. My heart goes out to Don and Sarah at this terrible time. I cannot imagine the pain but I will continuously pray for God to heal. My family will miss you Michael, the world is a better place because you were in it.
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Dear michael, you are in our thoughts and always in our hearts. Nothing i can say will bring you back. I can only hope that you have gone to a far better place than this! somewhere you can find peace, relaxation n maybe a girlfriend. when you get there, they ask you how heaven was and it makes you think, if that was heaven "it coulda been better." Thats cause it is. So just grab a spot on the most comfortable couch in the universe layback and enjoy. were all gonna be with you soon, I love you Michael
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Sarah and Don, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember when Sarah was pregnant with Michael - we both worked at Baker Botts. I watched Michael grow from a baby to an inquisitive toddler and then a young man. He was a brilliant and handsome young man. I know you have many beautiful memories that you will carry in your heart. I pray that God wraps you in his arms to comfort you and that he gives you peace in the days and weeks to come.
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Sarah and Don,
Our hearts are broken. Know that we are thinking of you and you are in our prayers.
Mary Louise and David Hopson
Our hearts are broken. Know that we are thinking of you and you are in our prayers.
Mary Louise and David Hopson
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Don and Sarah, I know your hearts are broken. Your wonderful memories of Michael will help the healing. I know that he loved you both very much and loved being loved by his family. Martha and Ken Geel
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
No words can express the heartfelt sorrow you are experiencing Sarah and Don. I too, have suffered unexpected loss and understand how difficult this must be. I encourage you to be strong during these tough times and know, God is in control.
The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I take refuge; my shield, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower-Psalm 18:2
Peace be to you, your family and to your beloved son Michael.
Bobby Breed
The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I take refuge; my shield, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower-Psalm 18:2
Peace be to you, your family and to your beloved son Michael.
Bobby Breed
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
I've struggled to find the words, but there are none. Only that I love you both and hope that as your friend I can provide some measure of comfort and support.
Much love, Staci
Much love, Staci
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
I have no words that can do justice to the sorrow for the Saldaña and Templin families. I have been so saddened for my longtime friends and they have and will continue to be in my prayers. ❤️
Love always,
Rogers Hartmann
Love always,
Rogers Hartmann
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Don and Sarah,
May the Lord, our Savior give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Please accept my most heart felt condolences.
May the Lord, our Savior give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Please accept my most heart felt condolences.
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Sarah and Don,
In our neighborhood, I remember MIchael as shy, but thoughtful, and a polite young gentleman.
In our neighborhood, I remember MIchael as shy, but thoughtful, and a polite young gentleman.
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
To the Templin Saldana Family,
I remember your beautiful son, Michael, as a smart and caring fourth grade boy. He was such a joy to have in our Lamplighter class. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love, Marty Melton
I remember your beautiful son, Michael, as a smart and caring fourth grade boy. He was such a joy to have in our Lamplighter class. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love, Marty Melton
May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016
Sarah and Don, I hope that one day we can listen to Michael's music together and treasure the gifts he bequeathed to us. Know that we love you, are there for you, and honor Michael's memory with you. With much love, Nina and Bob
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July 20, 2023
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Thinking of Sarah and Don each year when I get this tribute message. X0, Meg
May 13, 2023
May 13, 2023
Michael’s kind and gentle energy will be with us always.
May 12, 2023
May 12, 2023
Siempre te recordamos con mucho amor Michael, you are always on our mind. Francisca y Don Bueno.
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Another year of praying for you...
May 13, 2019
by C Mustafa
Every year that goes by after Michael's passing, I recall the pain I felt for you as a mother. I have held on to my son a little tighter since then and my heart aches for your family every year around this time.
I am so sorry this day has this significance and can only pray your family can now smile when they think of all the memories you’ve compiled during your short time on earth.
An Old Friend
April 5, 2017
Hi Sarah and Donald,
My name is Elizabeth (Lizz) O'Neill and I was Michael's girlfriend throughout Shortirgde and some time after. I do not have your information anymore but would love to speak with you. I am sorry it has taken me almost a year to reach out. I still can't believe he is not here anymore. My email is scotttpippin@gmail.com and my cell is (323)509-9323.
November 28, 2016
by Abid Qureshi
I have added picture of my son above,who was 22,passed away in irvine in motorcycle accident..He had a great resembelence with Michael.When I saw Michael face,it reminds of my son.There was so many similarities in this incident,my son omer was raised in woodland hills,CA.My son was very passionate about cars and motorcycles.Omer was highly technical minded,he was having natural ability to fix any mechine of the world.It is unbearable loss,I feel so empty,looks like my all happiness has taken away,feels depressed and feels no charm in daily acivaties.I could not stop crying,when, I saw Michael face on this website.Michael has great resembelence with my son.God may give you patience to bear this unbearable loss.
Abid