I always enjoyed spending time with cousin Mike.  Ever since I was little, I looked up to him.  I have many fond memories with him.  One of my best memories was when we went to visit the Farley's for about a week long vacation in Phoenix.  Michael was very much into martial arts at the time and I was mesmerized by his skill and his excitment.  One day, Michael decided that he wanted me to come to his class to try to break a board.  He trained me for a few days prior and coached me up so that when I finally went with him to his class I was successful in breaking the board.  That was Mike, giving his time and talents to help others achieve their dreams.

I will greatly miss Mike.  He had a great sense of humor and a big smile.  He came across tough and sometimes gruff, but he had a big heart and inside was a very kind and thoughtful man. He was loved and will be missed by many.  May he now rest peacefully with our Holy Father in his Kingdom.

Chip