Michael McCOOL Obituary

Hi Deb and family.
We were so very sad to hear that Mike passed away. It was only a few weeks ago I bumped into him and we had a catch-up about life in general and retirement.
He was a lovely man, very personable, always keen for a chat and nothing was too much trouble.
We have fond memories of the time he spent building various structures at our place and also whenever we saw him.
Our deepest condolences, as we know how much he will be missed

TO DEB AND FAMILY,

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF MIKES PASSING. WAS A GREAT GUY, ALWAYS HAD TIME FOR YOU. HE WAS THE ONLY PLAYER THAT I PLAYED WITH FROM HASTINGS CELTIC THAT WENT ONTO BECOME AN ALL BLACK. HE PHONED ME ON YOUR LAST TRIP TO USA. GOD BLESS YOU ALL- GRAEME WALSH, Santa Maria, CALIFORNIA.

Deb our thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.
Graeme and Jo Higginson.

Deb, sending lots of love to your family. Have wonderful memories of your fabulous dinners at Pongaroa. So sad to hear your news. Love Pauline Wardle

We were saddened to hear of Mike's sudden passing. Time to reflect on memories of happy Pongaroa times when our young families were growing up together, and further back to schooldays at St Pat's. Our thoughts will be with Deb, Ben, Belinda, Sam and Angus and their families on Thursday as you farewell Mike.We are sorry we are unable to be there. Fond regards from Barry and Ann Bambry

Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Our thoughts with you and your family at this time. Doug and Faye

Jee deb he sure didn't give us any notice I was only talking to him 6 weeks ago about wagyu post drivers and family the Bush telegraph news travels fast could have knocked both steph and I over with a feather all the memories came flooding back I will keep them fresh for when we meet again would have been there on Thursday to celebrate Mike's life if it wasn't for the virus so all our blessing to you and the kids for now and the future regards the best man and steph.

Sorry to hear of Mike's passing and we extend our sympathy to Deb and family. We enjoyed working with Mike - one of life's 'good men'.

Jee deb I was only talking to him 6 weeks ago re wagyu and post drivers and whanau news came via the Bush telegraph over here cauld have knocked us over with a feather lots of memories come flooding back deb I will keep them fresh for when we catch up again lots of love to you and whanau would love to be with you on Thursday to celebrate Mike's life regards the best man and steph

Our condolences to the family. Mike was a great guy and we shared a few bottles of red. He will be missed. Charles and Ria Sanders

I had the pleasure of playing with him for HASTINGS CELTIC in the early 70's. Great footballer, and even better person. R.I.P.

Our loved ones leave behind a light that will never dim or fade, its kept bright by the love we feel and the memories we made. In the darker times, remember - in our hearts their light is strong, so every time we think of them their memory shines on. To Deb and family, sorry to hear of the sudden loss of Mike - rest in peace, sending my deepest sympathy - Jenny White Koorey

So very sorry to hear this tragic news. Such a lovely guy. Our love and thoughts are with you all. Pauline and Mark Searle xx

To Deb and all the family I extend my deepest condolences on Mike's sudden death. It is so difficult to take it all in after seeing you and Mike so recently at Chris' funeral. Our family are thinking of you all and sending our love and prayers to you. With deep sadness. Rosanna