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Michael S. "Mikey" Renshaw

July 13, 1961 ~ March 13, 2013 (age 51) 51 Years Old
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Message from Sonia Sterling
March 27, 2013 11:48 AM
To Vivian and all of Mike's family and friends;  Mike is a gentle,caring beautiful spirit. He lived and loved unconditionally and was always there for anyone who knew him. Just like all who have posted here, the thing I'll miss most is his beautiful smile. It not only light up a room, it lit up all of Herkimer County.  Wait,  probably all of N.Y. State.  In the arms of the angels and always in my heart.XOXO
Message from Frank, Janet, Karen and Julie Sarensky
March 27, 2013 8:08 AM
Vivian and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies. May you find comfort in your many Wonderful memories. We hope, having so many care & are praying for you, will bring you peace. God Bless & Love--The Tall Skinny People (As Mike used to call us)
Message from Vivian Veazy
March 24, 2013 10:09 PM
Love you baby!
Message from Michele Wheeler
March 24, 2013 6:34 PM
My heart goes out to the entire Renshaw family. This is a terrible loss for all.  
Syd & Ruth, I have felt your love since I was a little girl & have thought of you often.  I hope now that you feel the love I am sending to you & your family.  You are all in my prayers.
Message from Dee Wheeler
March 24, 2013 12:23 AM
Syd & Ruth, I am so sorry for your loss of a very special man. I can remember us as kids running thru the house and you telling us arent you two too old to be running thru my house and mikes reply was Mom we are just playing. Even after all the years of not seeing him i read all the good he has done for the community,his friends and his family.May God wrap his arms around you both to help during this time of grief.I wish i was there to give you both a big hug,please know i will keep you in my prayers. I love and miss you.
Message from Charlene Harris
March 23, 2013 10:39 PM
"Living life is the hardest thing you will ever do, Death when it does come is the final reward, the rest at the end of the race, the shade from the heat, the warmth and shelter from the cold."  Rest in peace !
Message from Heidi Benson
March 23, 2013 7:54 PM
Have known Mike since the Cal gym days.  So sorry to lose such a happy go lucky, always positive guy.  Played golf on the thirty night league at Holland Hights with he and Viv. Always had a great round with them..fun loving meant to be couple! RIP Rench
Message from Carol Phillips
March 23, 2013 5:25 PM
Matt:

I am so sorry about your Dad. He was a very much loved person. Every one has wonderful things to say about him. That must be where you get it from. My prayers are with you and your family.
                                                                   Love Carol
                                                                                                                                                        













Message from Monica L. Kozma and Ramon Lara
March 23, 2013 12:37 PM

Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
Mary Elizabeth Frye 1932

With Love and Prayers,
Monica Kozma and Ramon Lara
Message from Maryellen M. Surace
March 23, 2013 12:31 PM
Ruth, Syd, Chris & Lisa,
I don't know if you will even remember me but my sister Alice Rotondi lived next door to you when your children were very young and Mike used to visit my children whenever we came to my sisters for a visit. I am very sorry for your loss and you all will be remembered in my daily thoughts and prayers. Mike will surely be missed. Love and God bless you all. Maryellen
Message from Scott Murphy
March 22, 2013 5:45 PM
Chris Renshaw and Family,

I am so sorry for the  loss of your brother. I know that no words of mine can diminish the pain and hurt you and your family are feeling. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Scott Murphy Class of 1983
Message from Steve Treen
March 22, 2013 3:33 PM
MIKEY, YOUR TRULY MISSED! I ESPECIALLY WILL MISS OUR BOSTERIOUS AND ROWDY BANTER OVER OUR CHOICES OF ALCOHOL BEVERAGES! SO MIKEY THIS SATURDAY I PUT DOWN THE KEYSTONE AND THIS UTICA CLUB IS FOR YOU!!! GOD SPEED!
Message from Rita Lynch
March 22, 2013 8:40 AM
Viv and the Renshaw family, I am so sorry for your loss.  Mike will surely be missed.  He touched so many lives with his energetic, loving, happy, outgoing  personality.  I will miss golfing with him on our "Thirsty" night league; it just won't be the same. I will miss his hugs and that voice you could hear all over the golf course. May he rest in peace.  My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.  Rita
Message from Sandor Kozma and Family
March 21, 2013 7:30 PM
To live in hearts we leave behind  Is not to die.  So deeply sorry! Mike will forever be in ALL our HEARTS!
Message from Brent & Lynne Smith
March 20, 2013 9:09 PM
How truly blessed we all are to have had Mike in our lives.  As kids we would follow Mike anywhere, he would look out for us and keep us safe.  That never changed and neither did Mike. His unselfish and generous ways came natural to him.  He had more friends than anyone I know, and he thought we all knew each other if we knew him.  We all loved him and he will live and remain in our hearts forever.  Our deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends.
Message from Debbie Fonda
March 20, 2013 8:06 PM
Mike was my friend , my daughter and son both loved him . There are no words to express how much he meant and how greatly he will be missed.
Message from Tom Cornell
March 20, 2013 4:28 PM
My deepest sympathy and regrets to all of Mikes family and friends.
Message from Frankie (Fiorentino) & Dave Uvanni, Sr.
March 19, 2013 7:34 PM
Dear "Beloved" Renshaw family...You are ALL forever in our Hearts...We love you all so much...God Rest your soul and watch over all of us...Frankie & Dave
Message from Lorraine Collins
March 19, 2013 4:51 PM
Mike was such a sweetheart always love playing the Breast Cancer Golf Tournament with him seeing him in his pink hair and outfit always put a smile on my face.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.  Lorraine Collins
Message from The Crossett Family
March 19, 2013 3:02 PM
Sid, Ruthie, Chris and Lisa,  
   Even though we haven't seen your family in years, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.      
Message from Crystal Fonda (Washington)
March 19, 2013 2:16 PM
Mike was always good to my family.  He always had the biggest smile, the most warm laugh, and the most engaging and warm persona.  I will always cherish the memories I have of him and will strive to live my life as he did.  Always kind, always warm, always lending a hand.  He will be truly missed by everyone who ever came into contact with him.  My deepest sympathy to Mike's family and friends.  “Let no one weep for me or celebrate my funeral with mourning, for I still live as I pass to and fro through the mouths of men.” – Quintus Ennius His memory will carry on in the hearts and mouths of all who knew him.
Message from Lisa Shaver-Smith
March 19, 2013 11:00 AM
Syd, Ruth, Viv, Chris, and Lisa,
Mike was a person unlike anyone I have ever known.  He loved you all with everything he had.  He lived his life to the fullest every single day and insisted those around him did the same.  He mended broken fences, he created new friendships, he planned for the future while living for today.  He was larger than life in everything he did.  He is unforgettable and an example to all who knew him.  Through the many years I have known him, our paths continued to cross.  Our lives constantly changing, one thing always remained.....our friendship.  I could call him anytime and know that he would always be there for me if I needed him to be.  It saddens me greatly knowing I can never do that again.  He will be someone I can never forget...mostly because no one who ever met him, who knew him, ever could.  Please find peace...he would insist on it. He needs to know you will continue to live your lives they way he lived his.
God Bless
Message from The Wiliczka Family--Pete, Lynne and Lauren
March 19, 2013 10:35 AM
To the entire Renshaw family:
What a horrible tragic way to lose such a wonderful friend and person as Mike was... words alone can not express how deeply sadened we all are by this untimely loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.  We will all miss that huge smile.
Message from Pam Falcone
March 18, 2013 8:43 PM
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family.  Mike was a big part of my Christmas joy - working with him for 13 years for Toys for Tots and then Children's Holly Days.  As soon as you met Mike, he made you feel like you had been his best friend forever.  He will be missed....I hope you find comfort in knowing that heaven has a new angel.
Message from Alicia Ferdula
March 18, 2013 2:02 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's family and friends. I knew Mike when i lived back there from Maple Crest Golf Course, he was always such a nice guy and always knew how to make you smile. He will be missed by all.
Message from Michele Treen
March 18, 2013 12:07 PM
The Renshaw and Veazy Families
No words can express !! ......Please know that you are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Craig, Michele, Collin and Karli Treen
Message from cheri tubia
March 18, 2013 11:08 AM
our thoughts and prayers are with you..Mike was such an amazing person and will be greatly miss by many many people...His smile made alot of peoples day. It was very hard to see his face and not smile back..
  cheri & tony tubia, Zoe and Little Anthony..
Message from Betsey and Scott Blais
March 18, 2013 9:16 AM
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Renshaw family. Mike will truley be missed by all. He always had a smile on his face that lit up the room.
Message from Mike and Kelly (Sterling) Caporale
March 18, 2013 9:12 AM
Mikey, you would always greet me with "Hey Sis," along with a big hug and kiss. There are no words to express how much you are loved and will be  missed. Our thoughts go out to Viv and the rest of the family during this difficult time.

Mike & Kelly
Message from Dominick Tofolo
March 17, 2013 9:34 PM
Mike,Thanks for being a true friend,co-worker,and part of my life. We had many
laughs together. I'm very sorry it had to end this way. 23 years is a long time.
I will never forget the times you were there for me when I was in the Hospital.
I will cherish the beer can you signed for me. It read, GET WELL BUDDY! RENCH. You are going to be greatly missed. had alot of good times working together. Rest in peace buddy    Tof.
Message from Judi and Pat Lasorella
March 17, 2013 9:14 PM
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Renshaw Family during this difficult time.
Message from Joyce knight
March 17, 2013 7:22 PM
He was a good man,loved by many we will all miss his wonderful smile.
Message from Daniel Walsh
March 17, 2013 1:58 PM
Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
Message from Ray Brunette
March 17, 2013 12:28 PM
Very sorry to hear about Mike, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Message from Denise Wiliczka Mabbett
March 17, 2013 7:59 AM
Words can not express how truly sorry we are for your loss.  
Dan, Denise, Daniel Jr., & David Mabbett
Message from Donna Sangster
March 17, 2013 7:15 AM
Our deepest sympathy for your loss, Mike was a good man and will be missed deeply. May God give your family the strength and courage you will need to get through this terrible tragedy!
Message from The Tayler Family
March 17, 2013 12:29 AM
No words can express the sadness we feel. Our thoughts are prayers are with you.
Message from Christine Lane
March 16, 2013 9:24 PM
I have fond memories of Mike as part of the Cal's Gym "family".  A warm, caring, funny, and truly "nice guy" with a great smile.  My deep condolences to his family - I know family meant a lot to him.  A sad loss.
Message from John Reiches and June Streisand
March 16, 2013 3:34 PM
Our friend Mike and our friend Mikey.  Always a big hug  and always a big kiss.  Always a good word for you and everyone.  Mike helped make the Saratoga Springs Jazz Festival so much fun, with his beer battered chicken, his and Lou's giant tarp and Mikes skills as a mixmaster along with his hilarious sense of humor.  You gotta love Mikey's M&M Peanut guy saxaphonist that welcomed everyone to the tarp.
We'll miss you Mikey, and even though the music won't sound so sweet anymore without you, we'll close our eyes and listen closely as we hear your voice again, see your smiling face, and feel you close to us.
Message from Roger Dudgeon & Sue(Grann)Slabe
March 16, 2013 12:45 PM
Words cannot express the loss we feel. Our heartfelt prayers are extended to the family.
Message from Tina & Bryan Cirelli
March 16, 2013 9:29 AM
Our hearts are broken with the loss of this wonderful man who meant so much to so many people.  We will miss his enthusiasm for life and his beautiful smile that could light up the entire Village.  Our deepest condolences to Mike's loved ones.
Message from Cheryl Compton
March 15, 2013 8:07 PM
I want to send my condolences to Mike's family. He always had a smile on his face when I saw him. He will be missed. I am sorry for your loss of such a great guy.


The Compton Family
Message from Bernadette Nagle
March 15, 2013 4:53 PM
We are heartbroken. Mike will be so missed. We are grateful to have had such a dear friend in our lives. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. John, Bernadette, Shea and Riley Nagle
Message from Joe Long
March 15, 2013 3:15 PM
My deepest sympathies to the Renshaw family. I remember the great times we all had growing up on Eastern Avenue. The last time i saw Mikey he had that big smile on his face as usual. Somethings in life are so hard to understand, but i'm sure he is looking after his family and friends from a better place.  May God bless you and help you get through this very difficult time. Rest in peace my friend.
Message from Bill & Susan Pabes
March 15, 2013 11:11 AM
To all the Renshaw's and family...
Your hearts and prayers are with all of you. So very sorry. May god bless you's.

Bill, Sue, Billy & Abby
Message from Brian and Penny Haggerty
March 15, 2013 8:18 AM
Chris and Family,
Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.  Mike's dash may have been cut short, but please know everyone is proud of the things he did and the way he spent his dash.

The Haggerty's
Message from Jim Salamone
March 15, 2013 7:12 AM
I guess it's true that we take for granted that the people we care about are always going to be there.  But then, without a moment's notice they're gone forever.  Mike's morning greetings were so memorable and always started my day with a smile and great big "SALAMONE!" Even when I walked past his building he'd yell out the window.  There are no words that ever truly express how much Mike will be missed.  I'm so sorry for your loss.  Please know that it is felt by many.
Message from Shelly Urbiss Schwasnick
March 14, 2013 9:29 PM

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Kirk and Shelly (Urbiss) Schwasnick
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