Michael Duryl Acebedo, 45, of Holiday, FL died on June 6, 2009 at the Lafayette Hospice House in New Port Richey, FL of natural causes. His funeral is 12:00 Noon, Saturday Moring, June 13, 2009 at Grace Family Church, 5101 Van Dyke Road, Lutz, FL 33558 with Pastor RV Brown, to officiate. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:00 AM until service time. A native of San Gabriel, CA and a local resident since 1998, when he moved here from Huntersville, NC; he was an aircraft technician that had worked for US Airways and a member of Grace Family Church in Tampa, FL. His most recent job was a technician with Carrier Rentals. He is survived by his wife, Sandra J. Acebedo of Holiday, FL; a son, Jared Acebedo of Holiday, FL; two daughters: Hailey and Kiana Acebedo, both of Holiday, FL; his father and step mother, Michael and Shari Acebedo of Kailua, HI and his mother, Sheri Bush-Combs and step-father, Nolan Combs of Holiday, FL. Please send all floral arrangements directly to the church.
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I am sorry for your loss. You & your family will be in my prayers & thoughts.
Sincerely,
Gary Cook
Sandy and family this is Fennely Jones praying God will put his big arms around you and hold you to his heart and walk with you during the hurt and loneliness that you are feeling.I do know some of what you are going thru and I cry with you.I will miss Michael he was a good Christian brother. I am sorry That I will not beable to be there for I now live in Seattle,Wa. May God bless you and your family. Fennely
Sandy and family,
I was very sadden to hear of the passing of Mike. I have known Mike since we worked in CLT in the early 90’s, and you since we work in the hanger in the mid 90’s. Will keep you and your family in or prayers.
Leroy Schultz and Famly
Thank You Michael for the opportunity to have met you and wonderful family, you’ll not be forgotten…Thank You Brother.
We are all spiritual beings in human bodies… the spirit will live on for eternity…
I believe Michael would approve of these words:
Death is nothing at all
I have only slipped away into the next room
I am I, and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other
That we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name
Speak to me in the easy way which you always used
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes
We enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me,
Let my name be ever the household word that
It always was.
Let it be spoken without effort,
Without the trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant
It is the same as it ever was
There is absolutely unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind because I am
Out of sight? I am but waiting for you
For an interval
Somewhere very near
Just around the corner .
All is well.
Sandy and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It’s a loss for everyone that new that smiling, happy dude! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Jim Ayres
Sandy and family, I am very sorry about your loss of Mike, we had some good conservations in the hangar, I’m sure he will be greatly missed by you and the kids.
Sheri, my sincerest sympathies to you and your family. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help you.
Sincerely,
Deborah
Sheri, my sincerest sympathies to you and your family. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help you.
Sincerely,
Deborah
Sheri,
I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express my deepest sympathy for you. Please let me know if I can comfort you in any way.
Sandy….. Gretel and I are keeping you and your family in our thoughts. You guys made TPA Hanger a great place to come to work to.let me know if you need anything.
Randy
Sandy and Family ~ it broke my heart when I got your email today. My heart and Prayers go out to you and your children. I am deeply sorry for the loss Of Michael.
BIG hugs Sandy
Jenn do Martha
Sheri & Family,….my deepest heartfelt condolences for your loss,….I know he meant the world to you Sheri.
God Bless
Betty
Death is not the end of life,
in fact, it’s life anew,
if you’re in Christ the Savior,
and the Spirit lives in you.
It’s the start of better things,
no tears, no hurt, no strife,
no illness, pain or cares
that weight us down in life.
Gazing on the sovereign God,
joy and peace forevermore;
stepping from constraints of time
through Heaven’s Open Door.
We need not fear mortal death,
it beats this life, for sure!
Perfection is what God has planned
for those who can endure.
Sandy and family, Michael will forever be missed, but rest assure that he’s happy to finally be home with our Lord. It’s time to rejoice… he made it home… just fine.
Sheri & family. God be with you in this time of sorrow.
Mike will be missed. He was one of the funniest people I ever met, a great corn griller and my best friend.
The world is a less colorful place.
Sandy and family…I am so sorry for your loss….I will never forget Mike…we spent many days working together in the hangar. I know that God will continue to watch over all of you. Gina
My condolences to friends and family of Michael, may he rest in peace.
God Bless,
Brian
Sandy and kids: I always considered Michael a friend and not just a fellow employee of US Air! He was always willing to do anyhing asked of him and most of the time with a joke and a smile. I was profoundly saddened to learn of his illness and then his passing. I know he will be missed in body but, his spirit lives on with us and Jesus! Be comforted to know he is in a better place. You are in my thoughts and prayers!! “Tony”
Dear Sandy and Family – I was so sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. I enjoyed working with him – he was always so helpful to me, and was so upbeat! He will be missed very much. Love and Blessings to you all.
God is only a breath away from each of us. Michael has taken his last breath in this life and entered into a new life of peace and glory forever. We feel blessed to have known Michael and to be friends with Sandy. Sandy, God will forever take care of you and we will be standing by in Christian Fellowship. Wishing all of Michael’s Loved Ones Peace and God’s Blessings!
Pete and Pat Mitchell, Tarpon Springs, FL & Members of Grace Family Church
Sandy & family Iam so very sorry for your loss. I remember Mike in the hanger at Tampa, always fun to be around and will be missed by everyone .My heart goes out to you and your family. Sincerly Vic Gangis
We just heard of your loss and are truely sorry. Mike was always fun to e around and greatly missed. We are sure that he is in a wonderful place and we will keep your family in our prayers.
We are living in Ocala and are sorry we will not be able to attend.
Sandy and family, I did not know your husbandfather very well as i worked operations as a fleet service agent, but i feel your loss for Mike was also part of a bigger family, that of USAirways and as a member of that family, I too feel your loss. Mike and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Msy you have the Lord’s peace and comfort.
Sandi and kids, Deb and I are hurting inside. We remember the time you guys stayed in our home when we went away for vacation. That showes the trust and love we had for you and Michael. We will never forget his smile and the love he emulated. We could always tell the love between you guys whenever we got together. Some day I will be able to smoke a Cigar with him again. Love Eddie Gig.
Dear Sandra, Jared, Hailey, Kiana, and families,
Elizabeth and I were saddened by this news. Michael, your husband, and father, is no longer suffering from pain and discomfort. I know it was very difficult for each of you to witness. Michael was full of life. Hold on to those memories of happy times together. And remember that one day you will all see Michael again. We will keep your family in our prayers, for God to send the peace and comfort of Jesus Christ upon you.
With deepest sympathy,
Bill, Elizabeth, Melanie, and Billy.
Sheri,Nolan,Sandra and family..I am so saddened to hear of Michael’s passing..I regret I have not seen Michael or any of you for 13 years now but I will cherish the memories..Michael was a very unique guy and a good friend..My prayers go out to you all…Love, Joey
I am so sorry for your familys loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children at this time. Sorry for your suffering but you will be joined again in a better place where he is now. He sounds like a remarkable man and very missed. When I met him I almost crumbled under his hand shake and will never forget. Always keep your memories and he will always be with you. My regards to you and your family and always here again Sandy if you need anything. Sincerely, Forest “Allen” Bower
Sherri I’m was so sorry to hear about your loss of your son You and your family will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Sincerly
Tammy Taylor
Sherri I’m was so sorry to hear about your loss of your son You and your family will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Sincerly
Tammy Taylor
We’ll miss you Mike. Travel well Bro!
Sherry and Family
Just wanted to express how sorry i am for your loss and will keep you all in my thoughs and prayers.
I feel like i’ve lost a great friend who felt like a brother. I’ll never forget the parties at gigs and the cigar tree time at work.My depest sympathy to Sandy and the kids.
Sheri, Nolan, Sandra and Jared, Hailey and Kiana. I just received word of Michael’s passing and I am deeply saddened to hear such devestating news. For the short amount of time I worked with Michael at Carrier he made a profound impact on my life. He always made good out of bad and knew how to make every good day even better. His smile lit up a room and his sense of humor always kept me laughing. The spirit of Michael remains here with us through his beautiful children and for that we are all so blessed. All of you are in my prayers and I send my deepest symapthy.
Sandy and kids – I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless each of you. Kelly Smallwood – PRSMS
Sheri & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
May you take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you
my condolences to the family.praying for you sandy
Thinking of you all.
To my dearest family, some things I’d like to say…
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I’m writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there’s no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight.
Remember that I’m with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, “”I welcome you.””
It’s good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they’ll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you’re part of my plan.
There’s so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day’s chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you….in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn’t understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o’er.
I’m closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I’d like it for you too…
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who’s in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night……””My day was not in vain.””
And now I am contented….that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you’re walking down the street, and you’ve got me on your mind;
I’m walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it’s time for you to go…. from that body to be free,
remember you’re not going…..you’re coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
My wife and I would like to say our condolences to you and your family Sandra,may you stay strong in this time of grief and to remember all the happiness and true love that you have shared together when times were better! I will never forget both of you since I had some time to realize what a character Mike was over the years and your caring for other people Sandra, especially in the time of need!! May God bless and keep you strong!!
My Dear Sister, I’m sorry for your loss and that I can’t be there with you and the kids at this time. I’m there in thought and prayer. I thank you and Michael for always accepting me in your home. Michael was a wonderful person with a big heart and a great sense of humor. My memories of him will help you and the kids in the days, months and years to come. He is free of pain and with God Almighty. Love, Sivil & Family
Dear Sandra
My parents and I are very deeply sorry for your lost. Our deepest condolence. May God Bless You and your Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with yall. The power you have will keep you strong for your family..Yvette(Nef’s wife)
Dear Sandy, It has been many many years since we were in touch. I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I know what a wonderful person he was from all the messages left by his friends and family. All of you are in my prayers. May God Bless you and your family..
Dearest Sandy and Family, Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of your companion, friend and most of all your true Love Michael. No words could ever make the pain any less, but please know that the Lord has him now and he will forever look down upon his family and will always be by your side’s and will look after his sheep from afar. I know his passing must hurt a great deal. We came to know Michael through you and all your updates, and know this, that we will always keep you close in our thoughts and prayers. Michael is in a place where there is no more pain and suffering. Time will heal all the suffering you feel in your heart…but continue to remember all the great times and the fact that you both raised a great family together. His Legacy is that of his family and you all hold together what the future has yet to offer. I hope and pray that all of your hearts will heal from such a loss. Sylvia and I will keep you guys in our thoughts and prayers ALWAYS…
God Bless you. we are here if you need us.
Love Always,
Mike and Sylvia, Orlando, FL.
To my sister Sandra, Hailey, Jared & Kiana , my thoughts and prayers are with you. I’m glad we had the chance to see Michael and spend a few days with everyone. We had the opportunity to see him smile and acknowledge our presence.
It breaks my heart that I can’t be there with you, the kids and Jackie this weekend for Michael’s Memorial Service but know that we are there with you in spirit.
Life is a spiritual journey from the first day of our birth.
Life is a spiritual journey on this beautiful planet called earth.
Life is a spiritual journey – we’re here to learn all we can.
Life is a spiritual journey – a special gift from God to man.
Found this poem by an unknown writer:
When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me.
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little—but not too long, and not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that was once shared.
Miss me, but let me go.
For this is a journey we all must take, and each must go alone.
It’s all a part of the master’s plan, a step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart, go to the friends we know.
Bear your sorrow in good deeds. Miss me, but let me go.
Love from your brother Mike & Sandra in memory of Michael
I loved Mike as my own son. He is still very much alive today with Jesus!!!! I have been praying for God’s peace for Mike’s precious family, and will continue to be in prayer for each family member.
I just wanted to tell you Titi Sandy. Kiana, Hailey & Jared that im so sorry that you are going through this loss. I know it must be really but for you all but just remember that your not alone and that you have your family to help you through this! He is in a better place now watching over us and protecting everyone. I’m glad to say that i had such a great uncle and im alway going to remember the good times that we had when i visited you guys in florida. Just remember it doesnt rain forever and it can only get easier from now. I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH! From Elisha
I just wanted to tell you Titi Sandy. Kiana, Hailey & Jared that im so sorry that you are going through this loss. I know it must be really but for you all but just remember that your not alone and that you have your family to help you through this! He is in a better place now watching over us and protecting everyone. I’m glad to say that i had such a great uncle and im alway going to remember the good times that we had when i visited you guys in florida. Just remember it doesnt rain forever and it can only get easier from now. I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH! From Elisha
Dear Sandra and family, we wish to express our deepest condolences and sorrow for your devastating loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. May Michael rest in peace. Love, Titi Gloria’s and Uncle Millo’s families.
My thoughts and hopes have been with you and your family since I first heard of Mike’s illness. Stay storng and remember him as he was.
With Sympathy,
Paul Garza
Dearest Sandy,Jared,Hailey,Kianna our condolences to your family at this very difficult time.Michael will be missed but not forgotten . We feel thankful to have known Michael. Our thought and prayers are with you all.
Ivan and Betty Alicea
Dear Sandy,Jared,Hailey,Kiana and family. I am very sorry for your loss. Mike was wonderful person who loved his family. I always enjoyed being around him when you lived in North Carolina he was always full of life. We will all hold on to the great memories we had with Mike and he will never be forgotten. He’s is in a better place now. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Please let me know if I can help you all in anyway. Ben
We have shared so much together Michael, weathered so many storms, celebrated many triumphs, thanking the Lord for both. Even though our time together on this earth was brief, our journey together was amazing,I thank you for have shared this journey with you and await for the day when we will embrace eachother again.
Michael I’ll wait to hear those words you spoke when we meet 17 years ago “did you miss me”. This is not goodbye for you will forever live in my soul and I still have you in my dreams.
Forever yours, Your Bride Sandy
Forever yours…..
Sandy and children, I never got to meet Michael D., but we were still family. I shared some memorable times with his father when we were young and we would both be visiting in Kentucky. From all the family in Ohio and Indiana, I send our sympathies and prayers. Our thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.
Its been a while now,I stopped by to say Hello again. I am glad diana and i got to see you before you left