I want to start off by saying I am truly sorry for your loss. Mike meant alot to me. He was my first love, I thought the world revolved around him. I met Mike when we were in high school. I had decided to join the marching band & when I went to try out, I heard the most amazing trumpet music coming from the band room. I walked in to the room and was mesmerized by the music & the man making it! Mike was an amazing trumpet player and what can I say, I have always been a sucker for musicians! It took me awhile to get up the courage to talk to Mike, but once I did, I fell in love. He was such a kind hearted, lovable, easy going man. He always put the needs of others before himself. Mike never had an unkind thing to say to anyone and he was always the first person there if you needed help with anything. Mike and I were together for a few years and made many memories and had lots of good times together. I have many wonderful memories of him & his family. His family made me feel like I was family and I will never forget the times we shared together. Mike, you will always have a special place in my heart and the memories that we have with you will live on forever. Sincerely, Lori Reames-Ellis