Bob,
I was so honored to know Michele. Her quick, dry wit always kept me on my toes. She had grace in the way she handled her health and our group benefited in so many ways from her wisdom. I am truly sorry for your loss. She loved her life with you.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Wendy

Dear Bob,
So sorry for your loss, words can not express our sympathy and sorrow.
You and your family are in prayers.
Jerry and Lee Schilling

Dear Bob,
As we expressed before, please know that Michele will always hold a special place in our hearts as we recall the relaxed and easy sharing that we had each time that we met on the trails of life. You have a special place at our table any time that our paths cross. Keeping you and yours close, Elaine & Don

Dear Bob,
We were saddened to hear of Michele's passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob and Pat Frey

Dear Bob,

Dede and I are thinking of you and your loss. Michele will exist in our collective memories. Peace.

Dear Bob,

We are very sorry for your loss of Michele. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim and Suzy

We were greatly saddened to hear about Michelle. Both of you will be in our thoughts and prayers

Gary and Dottie

We were greatly saddened to hear about Michelle. Both of you will be in our thoughts and prayers

Gary and Dottie

Dearest Bob, It was back in the 1970's that Frances McCoy and I met Michele at UNC-CH where we all worked for the School of Library Science. We have never lost touch, as you know. She fit right in like it was supposed to be. She was amazing in every way. And when she met you, we took you in. And I was so happy to meet with you two when I remarried to Bob R. and we came your way so he could show me where he had lived in Montana. I have all your photos and messages of these last decades. I will always see MO's smile!! My love to you and all the family. Keep in touch. Don't forget us. Sara c. (Sec)

Uncle Bob...stout heart and remember the great times...Cindy and I will toast to you and Michelle...
Tom

Bob,
   I have a bookshelf across from my desk and while I haven't paid much attention to it, lately it has been pulling me to a little plaque that reads 'Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain'. Man, did Michele ever dance!! More importantly, she taught me how to dance in my own storm. I am forever grateful for her love, courage and strength she shared with me and so, so many. May God bless and comfort you Bob now and always.

Bob, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gerry and Colette Lang

Dear Bob-

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Michele. We enjoyed and admired her greatly. We hope that all of your treasured memories and those that hold special delight for you can help ease the pain of this transition.  With concern, Sue and Jim

Bob, we were saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill and Lisa Souba

Bob -

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Tad

Bob- I'm very sorry for your loss and can only imagine the pain of losing your other half. Maggie and I will pray for your heart and ask God to draw you even nearer and for you to quickly find some level of comfort in His plan.
I'm sorry Bob.
- Sincerely Ryan and Maggie Rickert

Dear Bob,
All who have been touched by beauty are touched by sorrow at its passing.Deepest sympathies for your loss.

Bob, I am so very sad about Michelle's death. We have shared so many wonderful times in Rotary. Lots of love, I am thinking of you, Vivi

Dear Bob,

I was saddened by your sudden loss of Michele.

May your happy memories of her get you through these hard times and warm your heart forever for I know you will miss her dearly.

Dear Bob,

I was so saddened to learn of your loss of Michele. You have so many years of wonderful memories with her, and I hope they bring you some comfort as you grieve. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Bob,
I am deeply saddened by this terrible news!
You and Michele were my ideal couple which reminded me there was still hope for true love.She will always stay in mind as an elegant lady. 
I am glad I was able to take this photo of both of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

DuBy: You and I and Mickey go back at least 55 years. It is hard for me to find adequate words to describe how I feel upon her passing. She was like a sister to me - a very nice sister. Even though our contacts were not often, I will miss her and keep a special place for her in my heart. PR

Dear Bob, I am so sorry to hear about loss. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. James & Kristin Bond

Bob, I'm so sorry to hear about Michele. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Bob,

I feel so honored to have met Michele and to have seen how amazing and full of love you were together. Our hearts are so broken. Please know we are here for you. And we hope you find some healing from those surrounding you with love right now.

Sarah skoglund (cancer support community)

Dear Bob,

We feel fortunate Michele entered our lives. Her spirt was strong and her smile contagious. Her courage was inspiring and her grace uplifting. We wish you peace, love, strength and courage. We are thinking of you.

With love,

Adam & Bree Manninen

Bob, Words will never say how I grieve along your side for losing someone so near and dear, and the joy of your life. The two of you were so fortunate to have been together for so long and shared innumerable experiences brightening so many lives around you. As you move forward know Michelle will want you to continue your good works in helping others and that one day your spirits with join again. Be strong my friend!

Dear Bob,

I join others in expressing sadness upon hearing of Michele's passing.

As I think back over the years, I also feel we can draw inspiration from her life: her positive nature, her cooperative spirit, her stamina in fighting off the cancer, and the great life that the two of you formed.
If Michele can get this message, I want to say "Good job! - You lived life to the fullest, you helped many people and you served as an inspiration to us."

Bob, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. My heart goes out to you at this time of sadness for you and your family.

Bob,
We only met once since I recently was honored to be invited to the Sunrise Rotary Club, but Julie and I wanted to share our condolences at the sudden passing of Michele. We didn't have the honor of meeting her, but after reading the many posts on this page, I wish we had. May God's peace, which surpasses our understanding, encourage you and your family during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Bob,
I'm sad to hear of your loss. We pray that your heart be comforted during this time, as you hold on to your most treasured memories of your lovely wife. We are all here for you!

Dearest Bob,

I understand your pain and have a huge lump in my throat. Each time we spoke Michele made me feel special and part of the group. I feel lucky to have known her. She continues to be with you. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Hugs, Rosie Triantis

Dear Bob:

So sorry to hear of your loss. Or thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Bob,
Bruce and I send our thoughts and prayers your way over the loss of Michele. Know that many people are holding you up and behind you to help you through this difficult time. God bless you and be with you!

Dear Bob,
So sorry to hear the news about your beloved Michele. We are in Baltimore or I would be there to help in anyway possible. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Gene and Catherine

Dear Bob, so very sorry to learn of Michele's passing. Such a great photo of you at our recent dinner makes her sudden loss so surprising. I am glad she was there to share with you the accolades and appreciation of your friends just as she shared so much with you for many many years. My heartfelt condolences Bob.

Bob, Michele truly was an inspiration to us all. Her courage and upbeat attitude during these recent years was always a joy to be around. I know you two loved the Tetons so much. Her spirit will always be with us, especially as we hike a trail, paddle a canoe, hear laughter and see a sunset aglow with the colors of the rainbow. We will all miss her, and pray for strength and courage for you. Call on us anytime for anything.

We are so grateful to have had the honor of knowing your beautiful wife, Michele. I know she was your whole world and that you will miss her with all your heart. Please know that Charles and I grieve with you and will always be here for you should you need our friendship and support.
With love from us both xx

Dear Bob,
Very sorry to hear the news of your wife's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michele will be deeply missed; she was a bright light in our community. Bob, my heart breaks for you but I stand alongside all your friends and fellow Rotarians in being fully available to support you in any way I can.

Bob, So sad to hear of Michele's passing. She is such an amazing person who showed us how to cheerfully endure difficulty. I lost my younger sister (57) to breast cancer over a year ago. Her husband and the kids will be out in a week from NJ. They love Montana so.
I am glad you and Michele had so many years and special occasions in special places together. You did so much for her and out hearts go out to you. We will be praying for your strength and comfort through all of this.
Your friends,
Cliff and Deb Renner

Dear Bob,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss of beautiful Michele.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathryn

Dear Bob,
At such a heart-wrenching time Lynne and I want to reach out and offer our sincerest condolences. Over the years we have both gotten to know Michele and warmly remember our lunch with you both at the New Orleans RI Convention. Michele is a very special person and will remain in our hearts.

Bob, What a grand lady! Barb & I always enjoyed visiting with you and Michele. May all your memories together help you through this difficult time. I know that there must be family and friends coming for the service - if you need anything - we are here to help in any way.

Dear Bob,
The respect and love that you demonstrated as a couple is a true inspiration to us all. I know your heart is heavy, and our hearts are with you as we remember all of the kindness that Michelle brought into this world. Please call on us for anything. With love, Sue

Sending you love and peace.

Kyle and Jill Brewster

Dear Bob,

My heart truly aches for you at this time. Toni and I offer our deepest sympathy.
Your marriage to your angel Michele is what true love and companionship should be for all. Your positive lives together have impacted many in wonderful ways and will for years to come. I hope that knowing this truth brings you some much needed comfort. 
On behalf of your Rotary Club please know that you are in our prayers and that we are here for you.
If there is anything we can do please let me know.

With my Love for you both,

Tim Rote
406-209-3880

So sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers during this most difficult time.

Dear Bob
   What words come to mind thinking of Michele? Elegant, tough, smart, kind, strong, lovely........too many attributes to list. You've often implied she made you a better person but we know, together, you made each other better; a true definition of synergy. Yes her passing tears a hole in your heart. We feel the same loss; she touched so many. The good she did; the positive impact she made on you, on me, on all of us will not soon fade and will surely be passed on. What more can any of us ask than to leave the place better than we found it?  Kit&Ted