Contributions to the tribute of Michael "Mike" Andrew Mailloux

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Saturday, November 18, 2023

Jen, Ethan, Ryan, Lynda, Charles, Laurel and extended family - I am so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. There are no adequate words. I can only imagine what you are experiencing. I'm glad to have known Mike. It was so evident that he cared deeply about people. That is what we should all hope to be remembered for. You will remain in my thoughts ❤️

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Liz Haugh posted a condolence

Thursday, November 16, 2023

The sold out attendance at today’s celebration of Michael’s life reflects the huge breadth of the love felt for him. I’m quite sure he has already been made the CEO of the Guardian Angel Division in Heaven because he was always a true Guardian Angel to so many people here. Back in the Patrice Dr. days, he was an amazing support to my mother and also by chance to myself on a few occasions. He was a hero to so many people even before starting his career of caring. What a privilege to have known such a special person.

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Sean B. Rourke posted a condolence

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Dear Linda, Charles, Laurel and Jen, My deepest sympathies to all of you. I am very sorry I could not be there today to be part of the reflections, and sharing of thoughts and memories of Michael, and to offer you some comfort to your broken hearts. I can’t imagine the grief you must feel right now. Jen – we have not met, but our families grew up together, and I always knew (and remember) “Mike” as Michael. That changed along the way as he grew up, and reading through the tributes and reflections of who he was to everyone, reminded me of how much he was always such a loving, sensitive and thoughtful person – to everyone he touched. It’s a wonderful picture of Michael, with his gentle smile, and the sparkle in his eyes (reminds me the last time I saw him decades ago when he was growing up). Just want to share with you a few of my fond memories of Michael – for everyone. I spent a couple of summers in my teenage years working at the Mailloux house on Patrice where Michael and his sibings grew up – one year painting their house, and the next just helping out around the house. I was sort of an older brother to all of them, but I remember a couple of very special things about Michael – and it connects with where he landed with his vocation (and who he was as a special person to everyone). Michael had a lot of energy when he was young, and he loved to run around – but it always struck me how much he wanted to be around his siblings and around other people. He had a real affinity for people at that age, and you could tell how much he liked just being close to people – so becoming a PSW made a lot of sense to me when I heard. The other thing to mention was that he really loved to help out – and was “my helper” those summers. I could tell how he really enjoyed being by my side when I was painting and fixing things around their house. He was there to help carry things, and often wanted to try and paint, or asked to finish something I started that I was fixing, which I often let him do. You could see how he really liked to do things with his hands. I also noticed then how patient, focused and quiet he would be during those times with me. It just always struck me how he loved and wanted to do things to help out, and to be with someone – and it was so nice to have him there with me. A funny part of the story in working those summers is that I never ate more hot dogs in my life – everyday we would all gather in the kitchen at lunchtime and Linda would cook hot dogs in the microwave and we all would sit around and have lunch together. I never got to thank Michael for taking care my grandmother Jane at the Huron Lodge – but I knew she was in such good hands. For sure, Heaven is brighter with one more star and Angel – and I know that the one with the sparkle is Michael. With love, warmth and comfort to Linda, Charles, Laurel, Jen, Ethan and Ryan, Sean (one of the four Rourke brothers)

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Sara Gavrelets posted a condolence

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Jenny, I remember your wedding to Mike. It was clear that he was a wonderful man then and continued to be nothing short of that throughout your marriage. You and Mike have created a loving and full life together. I am so sorry that your time, and your kids' time, with him has been cut short. This is a time for family to come together. You have many people who love you so please reach out! I love you and you and your family has been in my prayers since I heard about this devastating news!

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Matthew Sears & Family posted a condolence

Thursday, November 16, 2023

My original memory of Mike was when we met for the first time shortly after his Father passed about 15 years ago. I had lost my own Dad at a young age and I also loved rock music, so we quickly figured out we had a lot in common. It breaks my heart to see Mike gone so young having just seen him a few weeks back. Just a year and a month short of his 50th birthday and leaving behind a wife he loved dearly, two sons he adored and was proud of and countless friends, family, neighbours, coworkers and the people he cared for at Huron Lodge. It is painful to see such a bright light extinguished so young and to see the grief of those left behind. If life has taught me anything it's taught me these two things. 1. Everything is going to be okay. Somehow someway it is going to be okay. 2. It's not the years that count, it's the mileage. I hope all of his family and friends, but especially Jen, Ethan and Ryan are able to look back on a treasure trove of good times, laughter and happy moments and realize that despite how it may seem today, Mike had an extremely full life and he will not soon be forgotten by anyone who happened to know him. I'm grateful to have known him. He was a good man.

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Bianca DeLuca posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Dearest Linda and family, We are very sorry for your loss. May happy memories comfort you. Deepest condolences, With love and Blessings, Bianca (DeLuca) and Family

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Don Routliffe posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Lynda, I was saddened to read of Mike’s passing. My condolences at this very difficult time for you and your family. You are in my prayers. Don Routliffe

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Maria Pillar lit a candle

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Dear Jennifer & dear boys, I am very sorry about your loss of good husband and great daddy..I knew Mike for many years as a nice and humble co-worker and excellent caregiver...he will be missed by many people but mostly by you...stay strong ! Maria Pillar

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Rose Fowler lit a candle

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

My deepest condolences to the Mailloux family and to his coworker’s at Huron Lodge. He will be profoundly missed.

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Genevieve Hlawn Ceu lit a candle

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Dear Mailloux family, as a classmate of Ryan I was absolutely torn to hear this news of his fathers passing. Ryan hadn't been coming to school and everyone thought he was just sick. When we got the news I was so hurt but I can't even imagine how hurt your family must've been. Ryan was a quiet and funny kid and i'm glad i got to know him. His brother was talkative and kind. Even tho I hadn't known his dad personally I knew he was a great guy trying to make his family the happiest he could and I bet he did. I can't even imagine how much pain your family must be in right now. No one deserves to go through the pain of losing someone so loving and kind. Ryan or any family, if you're reading this just know we miss you and are awaiting your arrival back. I know it must be so hard and you can take all the time you need to heal. We are praying for you and we wish you the best. I hope your doing okay. -Genevieve Hlawn Ceu

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Marissa Harris posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Charles, Laurel & Lynda, Thinking of you and your family, and sending our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Mike. We have such fond memories growing up visiting and spending holidays together. With Our Love, James, Jeremy & Marissa Harris

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Rosaline Clark posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of the family’s loss. You have my deepest condolences..

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Michlene posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Jennifer, my deepest condolences to you and your family for this great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this highly difficult time. Michlene

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June and John Walker posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

We were deeply saddened to read of Mike’s passing. Mike grew up a few doors down from us on Patrice. Full of mischief, he also had a big heart and the best grin. He cut our lawn for a few summers and always had a friendly wave and a kind word. We missed his family when they moved away. Our deepest condolences to his wife, children and siblings. You were one of the good ones, Mike. Rest in peace. June and John Walker

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Susan Lucas posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

To Michael’s Family: I was so surprised to read of Mike’s passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Mike from Huron Lodge, where my mother, Lois , was a resident. We always appreciated his quiet, gentle and kind nature, and we always loved seeing that smile of his.We always liked to hear his stories about his family. I am so sorry for your loss. A bright light has been extinguished , far to early. Sending love and light to you all, and I hope that the wonderful tributes of this special young man provide you with some comfort . In sympathy and friendship, Susan Lucas

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Janis Dixon and Bob Dixon posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

My deepest sympathy to the entire family on the passing of Mike. I have been a volunteer at Huron Lodge for many years and Mike was always very friendly and he had a beautiful smile. He was very compassionate to all the residents of Huron Lodge and he will be dearly missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone at this very sad time. Janis Dixon

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Ron Levac posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Jen and Family, my family and I send our deepest sympathy for you and your family at the sudden passing of Mike. Mike was an outstanding and kind individual as well as humble, and a class act of a guy. Even though we worked on different shifts all these years when I seen Mike he always had a smile for me at shift change Prayers and thoughts are with you all Deepest condolences, Ron Levac and Family

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RonDrouillard posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

To Michael ‘s family, we just saw this heartbreaking news in the paper this morning, what a shock. I met Mike while working at the Carriage house for his Mom. As a high school student he would do maintainance at the store so my husband and I got to know him very well . He was such a wonderful person loved having him around he would just brightened your day with his personality.,He will be missed by all who knew him . With sympathy to his family , Beverly and Ron Drouillard

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Jen posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Jen, Ethan, and Ryan, thinking of you during this most difficult time. I had the pleasure of working with Mike, and he was always caring, professional, and a joy to be around. Mike will be missed by many, but always remembered.

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Michelle Teno-Wachter posted a condolence

Monday, November 13, 2023

Jennifer and boys. My deepest condolences on the passing of Mike. May the heartfelt tributes show how loved Mike was by friends and family. Thinking of you during this very difficult time.

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Danielle Cyrenne posted a condolence

Monday, November 13, 2023

Jenn, Ethan, and Ryan.... Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Mike has always gone out of his way to show such kindness, warmth, and genuineness since we moved on the street. We feel privileged to have known him and we hope you know that we are only a few doors down if you ever need ANYTHING. We will never forget him- I can see that his character has had an amazing impact on so many people. Love, The Cyrenne Family

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Monday, November 13, 2023

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Cindy Parent posted a condolence

Monday, November 13, 2023

My sincerest condolences to the entire family. I will miss seeing Mike on his walks with the dog. Sending thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Cindy Parent

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joe posted a condolence

Sunday, November 12, 2023

I would like to express my deepest condolences to Jenn and the boys on Mike's passing. I had the good fortune of working with Mike calling him friend. He always was a kind soul and brought good humor when working. He will be missed but never forgotten. Bless you.

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Floria Chiarotti posted a condolence

Sunday, November 12, 2023

My sincere condelences to Mikes family & friends. He was such a gentle soul with a big heart. I was deeply saddened to learn of his passing. You have my deepest sympathy. RIP Mike

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Gary & Alice Bourque posted a condolence

Sunday, November 12, 2023

"We offer our heartfelt condolences to the family of Michael Mailloux." Gary & Alice Bourque

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Violette Boutros posted a symbolic gesture

Sunday, November 12, 2023

My deepest condolences to the Mailloux family and friends Rest in peace Mike

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Kathy Deschamps posted a condolence

Sunday, November 12, 2023

I had the privilege of working with Mike on the night shift at Huron Lodge. He always had a smile and was SO respectful and kind to the residents. He was such a proud husband and father. He truly was a class act. RIP Mike, you will be greatly missed ❤

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Tiffany posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Absolutely heartbreaking news. Mike was such a kind soul who was so polite, happy and showed great compassion towards his residents. I just cannot wrap my head around this loss. Jenn, Ethan and Ryan, my heart breaks for you all. Big hugs to all! Xoxo

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Lynne Wills posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

RIP You were a wonderful person. Loved by residents and staff. I remember how happy you were when you married your soul mate Jen. Then your boys were the icing on the cake. My condolences to you Jen and your boys

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MaryAnn Benoit posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

To Jenn and her family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your husband. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in those who surround you at this time. MaryAnn Benoit

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Michael Stasko posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Absolutely heartbreaking. Big smile, kind heart and always helping everyone. Thoughts are with the family.

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Nancy Musson posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, November 11, 2023

To Michael’s family and friends, I want to send my sincere heartfelt sympathies to all. I am so very sorry for your loss. Mike was a wonderful,caring, and kind person. His chosen vocation was perfect for him. He loved his residents and they returned that love. His coworkers thought the world of him too as shown by all the genuine comments in these tributes. He will be missed. Sending prayers to his loved ones and all that will so dearly miss him. Nancy Musson

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Pamela lit a candle

Saturday, November 11, 2023

My sincere condolences to the Mailloux Family. May God Bless you all.

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Carolyn Matis posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Jennifer I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband Mike. I will keep you and your boys in my thoughts and prayers.. Carolyn Matis

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April Anderson Posted Nov 11, 2023 at 7:57 PM

I was so very sad to hear the news of Mikes passing today. I grew up close by to Mike, and have nothing but positive memories of his friendly personality. Mike was a kind was person, absolutely. RIP and God bless.

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Maureen Dinchik posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

My deepest condolences & sympathies to you Jenn on the loss of Mike. You & your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Maureen Dinchik

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

My dear brother (like a brother) Mike was a kind soul. He was always helping others which is why he was excellent at his job at Huron Lodge. 30 years of friendship is just simply not long enough. I am so glad 2 months ago we shared together another great concert event, heading to Detroit to see one of our favourite bands perform a 30 year reunion tour of their album. A memory I will hold dear forever. I will cherish every moment we shared together. The great concert events, the bar days and of course all our Superbowl, Grey cup and autumn events we all gathered for. The original 6 will never be the same now without you, but we will continue to think of you and cherish all the amazing times. We are so sorry to Jen, Ethan and Ryan-know that we are praying for you. We are so sorry also to Mike's siblings Charles with wife Cindy, Laurel and husband Bill and of course their children, Mike's nieces and nephews. Our deepest condolences go out to Lynda as well, Mike's Mum. May God Bless you all. Thank you Mike for your friendship of 30 years. With Love Justin and Karen

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Ashley Shoemaker posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, November 11, 2023

My deepest condolences to Jenn, Ethan, Ryan and Mikes entire family and friends. I worked with Mike a lot on nights my first years at Huron Lodge. Later through scheduling and he would pop into my office Friday mornings or call me to check his payroll would be correct. Mike never complained or had anything bad to say about anyone or anything. He was a genuine good person. I’ll never forget him picking up the slack one night on night shift when I wasn’t feeling well. He would be whoever he had to be for residents, whether they were calling out for a doctor or the police. Sometimes he would sit in a residents room with them at night and hold their hand if they needed it. You could tell that being a PSW was his calling in life. Residents loved him, and staff loved him. He LOVED his boys, and loved being a dad. From their milestones when they were babies to their teen years. We talked about how his boys were the best thing that ever happened to him, and I should not shut out having children, though at the time I did. I’d learn in 2020 when I had my daughter how right he was about this. Mike will be truly missed by his Huron Lodge family and his absence will surly be felt for years to come. May he rest in eternal peace ❤️

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Rachel Wright posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Sincere condolences from the Wright and Gavrelets families. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers.

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Angela & Barth Chan posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Our hearts go out to you for the loss of Mike, we are thinking of you , we would like to convey our deepest condolences & sympathy to you & your family.. Wishing you comfort & peace, Angie & Barth

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arlene king-poulton posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, November 11, 2023

TO Jen and the boys and all the family--Your Mike was a special person and he was as mentioned by others in these memorials, a Gentle Giant and he had such a lovely soft manner about him. He was a very good caregiver to so many of the residents at Huron Lodge and I worked at times with him as the R.N. on the unit and he was always respectful and kind and he made a point of coming after his shift(11-7) to wish me a happy retirement (I was on 4th floor 7-3 shift) I know he will be missed by many in our community and I wish all of you comfort and peace in the coming days. God Bless all of you! Sincerely, Arlene King-Poulton

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Suzanne B Pozzuoli posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

My deepest condolences to Jen and his families. Michael was and will forever be my most favorite work partner. I will always cherish our endless talks about our gardens during our shift. Michael, i will treasure the forthysia you gave me and every spring as the yellow flowers bloom i will remember you and how blessed i was to have known you.

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Cindy Gelinas posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss of Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you today, to help you get through this most difficult time. Cindy Gelinas

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Denise Gilbert posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Jen, you and family have my heart felt condolences on the passing of Mike, your husband and best friend. Denise Gilbert

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

Jenn my heart and prayers go out to you and your children. Mike was such a kind hearted person. I called him a gentle giant. He was always ready and willing to help anyone that needed it. He was an excellent friend, neighbour and coworker. God bless you Mike! You left us far too soon. ❤️

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Janice Stubbington/ Bastien posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Sending my deepest condolences to his family. Mike was a beautiful soul the time I new him. All of us from Huron lodge will always remember how kind he was and had a great passion for his job. Heaven gained an Angel.

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Billy Gamble posted a condolence

Saturday, November 11, 2023

My deepest warmest condolences to Mike’s wife and boys.and his family and friends, i studied with Mike at St Clair we took the PSW course then we both started at Huron Lodge around the same time I have work with Mike many times and witnessed the love and compassion and humour in Mike through years Mike had shared stories of his family and especially his boys how they were growing up. I have never seen Mike in a bad mood always happy. We never shared Facebook or phone number. But always talked whe we seen each other. mike would ask me how are how is everything are you ok Mike is sadly missed by all but we all have beautiful memories of his stories is love for music and concerts and his family rest in peace Mike thank you for the memories ❤️your friend Billy

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Amy Peralta posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, November 11, 2023

My condolences to Mikes family. He was a big part of the Huron Lodge family! We shared many laughs over the years on the Night Shift, and it was always fun working with him. He would bring out his air guitar and make the residents laugh, or be an actor of some kind to help in any situation. Our morning weather and traffic duo we watched in the morning kept the laughs going. Miss you already « trouble » Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." "Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." Amy Peralta

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Kim Burgess posted a condolence

Friday, November 10, 2023

Sympathies and prayers go out to the family of Mike he was a gentle man with a big heart and beautiful contagious smile. Even after I left the Lodge and ran into him after it was like meeting an old friend and no time had passed since we had seen each other at work. Always had a hug for you. Sure he passed this kind of love onto his boys. Love, hugs and prayers to his whole family. Kim Burgess.

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Michael you will be truly missed my friend so many concerts and movie nights. May you find peace . Our sincere condolences Scott and Natalie Rawlings

WINDSOR/Essex county (519) 254-2585

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Michael "Mike" Andrew Mailloux

December 04 1974 - November 07 2023