Michael John Russelo beloved partner of Karen Sturdy and her family for the past 46 years on Wednesday June 14, 2023 after a battle with cancer.
Michael was born the son of the late Morris and Ada Russelo and the brother of Brenda Freeman (Al) and the late Maureen.
He was born and raised in St. Thomas, Ontario.
He is survived by 3 children, 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild and many nieces and nephews and their families.
Mike started his working career as an assessor. He also worked as a commercial fisherman and as a custodian for the County of Huron.
He loved sports where he participated for many years. He became a sports collector and opened Mike’s Sportscards store in Goderich for 10 years. He still participated in collecting and buying and selling sportscards etc until the time of his death. Mike was also a proud member of AA for the past 36 years.
At his request, there will be no visitation or services. Remembrance contributions may be made to Goderich Minor Hockey.
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Teresa Patterson
Our sincere condolences to Karen and family on Mikes passing. He was a real character, and we enjoyed our conversations with him through the years.
Sam and Teri
Ray Hurd
Sincerest condolences to Karen on Mikes’ passing. Mike always had time to stop and chat. He loved sports and I enjoyed coaching the boys team with him and later playing Old Timers Softball with him. Mike will be sorely missed as an all around true gentleman.
Sincerely, Ray and Maureen Hurd and family.
Jennifer Black
I knew Mike over many years through the Assessment Office, Court House and in the community and always enjoyed working with him. My deepest sympathies, Karen and the families. He will be missed.
Cam Addison
Dear Karen,
Please accept my sincere sympathies for the loss of Mike. He was a great guy and leaves me with many fun memories. We shared many hours in the fellowship and on the golf course. He was so contented and happy sharing his life with you and I know you will cherish your memories.
Sarah and Pete Filice
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time, Karen. Mike was one of the first people we met when we moved to the neighborhood. We enjoyed many friendly chats with him and we’ll really miss seeing him out working in the yard.
Glenda Weaver Duguid
My deepest condolences to all the family.
David Knox
Mike will be missed, he was a great golf partner. We had many laughs over the years on the course and off.
My condolences to Karen and all the Family.
Sharon Connelly
Dear Karen and family
Please accept my condolences.
Sharon Connelly
Michael Smith
Dear Karen,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Mike and I had some great postcard chinwags on your front porch over the years. I will miss him.
Mike
Paul Corriveau
Karen please accept our deepest sympathy on Mikes passing our thoughts are with you and all the family at this difficult time, Mike and I worked together for years in Property Assessment he was a great guy who enjoyed life.
Paul & Sue Corriveau
Stan & Ellen Connelly
We were so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. You will miss him terribly, as he has been your ” best ” friend for a number of years.
Barbara Desjardins
Dear Karen …..Marty and the rest of the families….
May it comfort you and encourage you to know that many are thinking of you
and offering condolences that help you face tomorrow. May wonderful
memories help to ease your sorrow. Sincerely
Shelagh Sully
Dear Karen. I am so sorry to hear this news. I know you will have many happy memories to help fill the void.
My sincere sympathy to you and the family.
Shelagh Sully
Harold Leddy
Dear Karen
So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. He was a great guy and will
be missed, I’m sure going to miss him teasing me (Dianne), those were the good days
Treasure the memories, the pain is now gone RIP dear friend.
Peggy Denomme
Dear Karen, Please accept my sincere sympathy to you and your family. Mike always had a great smile and time for a friendly chat. Peggy Denomme
Rod and Jean Jervis
Dear Karen and family – we are so very sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. He was always so friendly with a big smile – thinking of you and extending our very deepest sympathy. Hugs, Rod and Jean
Ken & Sylvia McGee
To Karen and family.
We have thought a lot of Mike this last while. He was a nice guy. Hopefully all of your family finds comfort and peace soon.
Edward Brunk
Karen, So sorry for your loss. He was such a nice man and will be missed by all. Our prayers are with you. Ed & Joanne
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Karen – and family – You are in our special thoughts – with sympathy.
Mike’s friendliness and caring will be missed and always remembered – by all who knew him.
Sincerely – Cecelia and Don
Bill and Donna Fritzley
Dear Karen
Please know our thoughts have been with you and Mike these past few weeks. We were glad we both had the opportunity to have a wee chat with both of you just a few days ago. We will miss his friendly greetings on our walks on West street.
Our sincerest condolences to you Karen and his loved ones at this very sad and difficult time.
Bill and Donna
John and Connie Harrison
Dear Karen and family:
Sending our condolences.
John and Connie Harrison
Shirley Erb
To Karen and all of Mikes Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jo-Anne Homan
Karen, holding you close in our hearts during this difficult time. Jo-Anne & Keith
Deb Shewfelt
My sympathy Karen in the passing of Mike.
Jon Ginn
Karen and family, Mickey and I are sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Know our thoughts are with you and your family.
Grant Jr and Jen Shelton
We are so very sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Thoughts and prayers to Karen and Family.
We have fond memories of Mike. From evening chats out front his porch, visits to his card shop at Goodfellas and one of my (Jens) favourite Triangle Discount regulars.
Best smile and kindest heart around.
A genuine, good man.
You will be missed.
Grant Jr and Jen
Lisa Van Osch
Dear Karen & Jamey & Alyssa; We are sending you our deepest sympathies at this time. Mike was always the type of person who loved to help everyone. We will remember his kindness and smile. Sincerely, Lisa, Ken, Maddie Van Osch
Jim Bissett
Sorry to hear of Mikes passing , he was a friend for many years !
Jim Bissett
David Yates
On behalf of the Yates family, I’d like to express our condolences to Karen on Mike’s passing. We all have great memories of him as a good neighbour. I always enjoyed our conversations about all and sundry. Please accept our sincerest sympathy.
Raye and Dianne Armstrong
Karen, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. The passing of Mike was a shock to us. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Carol Williams
Dear Karen and Families ! I am so sorry to hear of mikes passing ! He was a great guy.
Hugs to you all and my deapest sympathies !
John Banter
My condolences to you Karen and the family, Mike was a good friend of mine and fellow post card collector. RIP Mike