".Sunrise doesn't last all morning."BEATNUT
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I am shocked and sadden by this news. Right now I can't express how I feel. I just know I loved him. and his since of humor.
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I didn't have the privilege of meeting Mike personally, but I got to know him from here and from Lan's old board. I remember he had surgery awhile back (I think on his shoulder?) and there was a cancer concern at that time but that his scans were clear...I didn't know he was suffering from this horrible disease. I am so sorry. I will miss his acute sense of humor and of seeing things "as they really were." I'll miss him calling me "Bags. " My deepest condolences to his family.
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I just returned home. To say I am devastated is an understatement. Mike was truly the brother of my heart and I am so lost without him. I just can't say anymore right now ... my heart is broken in a million pieces.
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Mike was only one who made fun of my spelling and got me to laughing about it. he could cheer you up when your are feeling down.
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I haven't been here for a long time, but I heard about the news in another place. I'm totally shocked. Even though Mike and I disagreed a lot and we got into arguments, I still liked him a lot. He could be a really nice guy, and I would have liked to have met him. My thoughts go out to his family. RIP sweet Nutty.
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When I think of Mike, I think of his warmth, generosity and his sense of humour. I will lovingly cherish the happy memories of my time spent with him and his gorgeous wife, both in 2005 and especially in Atlantic City last year when he had me, Dianne, Clo and Chris crying with laughter. My thoughts, love and prayers are with his family and friends. Thanks Mike, I'll miss you so much. Rest in peace
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With deep sorrows Thoughts, comfort and Prayers to the family and friends Peace Beatnut - you made me laugh, smile and think and said some good serious type of things too.
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Now the King is gone, rest in peace Mike.
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I first *met* Mike here at pm.com in the spring of 2002. We were playing "One Hit Wonders" and because of him, I finally became convinced that everyone on the internet wasn't a weirdo. (In fact, because of him, I was spared a house fire, but that's another story!) Mike was so quick with the answers and the smart-a$$ remarks, but always in a funny, good-friend sort of way. My cats would sit nearby and wonder why their mom was laughing so hard while staring at that strange box on the desk. We traded quips and posts for ages before he finally discovered I wasn't a guy. Boy, did he have a few choice comments about that! I remember reading about all of the exploits of Mike, Mike, Keps, Clorinda, Paige and a few others getting together in person(!) and wishing I lived closer so that I could join in on the fun. Mike was always the ringleader! The threads devoted to those encounters would go on for pages and for weeks and the rest of us far-flung boardies delighted in reading about all of the antics. There were some real doozies! When Mike was awaiting surgery back in 2007, I sent a little something to cheer him up. In true Mike fashion, even that turned into an episode straight out of Seinfeld. He called to thank me and we were on the phone for almost 3 hours. I don't think I said more than a dozen words (a rarity for me!) I haven't laughed that much in ages. I want to let Mike's sister, family and loved ones and friends know that I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. I know Mike's passing has left a hole in your hearts that can never be filled. I ache for you and grieve right along with you. I hope after some time has passed, a thread will be started so that we can share our favorite stories and memories of Mike. Just a guess, but I think he might like that. Mike, thanks for all the laughs!
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I haven't been on this board in ages. Just wanted to stop by to say that Mike was a wonderful friend. We shared many secrets, our hopes and dreams, and were always there for each other. Nutty was a truly beautiful soul and I miss him terribly. Nutty, you will be in my heart always. Rest in eternal peace, my dear friend.
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Beatnut was known on here for his great sense of humor on the board which will be missed. Even though I haven't been on here a lot lately, I never thought of this place without him being around somewhere. It is a shock and I'll miss him. For some reason, I have thought I hope they don't have cell phones in heaven. I guess I just remember that thread the most as being the funniest he started. Keep on makin' em laugh Mike. Light a Candle For Mike's friends and family. Light a candle for those we mourn. Into a new life they will be born. Do not look for them at the gravesite. They are somewhere else radiating their beautiful light. They have gone to a new world where there is no darkness, no pain. Their light and essence will always remain. Light a candle for those who have left this mortal place. They are free to travel through time and space. When we think of them, they are near. When we sit in a beautiful garden. Their voices we hear. When we listen to a divine symphony, We close our eyes, their faces we see. Light a candle for they have not really gone. With each flickering flame, in your hearts they will always belong.
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Here is a picture of us in Toronto: Mike and I used to really go at each other and, as a result, became really good friends. He called me once, I believe. The Toronto meet up was a total blast. Lan was there, too, and we had a great evening before the concert. They saw Shannon at the show and got together afterwards, but I didn't know about that. Mike did send me some pictures of it. I was taking a class and Mike asked me my score on the final. I told him 97.9%. He told me he was very disappointed in me. He expected me to get 100%. Mike, I have shed some tears since your dear friend Mike let me know of this. I will never forget you and your coffee. I hope someday your family can take some solace in our good memories of a great man. Again, my condolences to his wife, sons, brother and all of his family and friends.
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I am sorry
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My first memory of Mike was in 2002 when I was going through some personal things at the time, he sent me a private message just to say he understood how I was feeling and if I needed to talk he'd be there anytime. I think I'm probably not the only one on here to see the most caring side of Mike over the years. He will surely be missed by all that knew him. He cheered a lot of people up when they came on here to maybe get away from life's stresses and worries with his great sense of humour. Thank you Mike for being a part of our lives. If I feel this way about Mike, I can't imagine what his really closest family and friends are feeling right now but my thoughts and love are with you at this difficult time.
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I haven't been around much lately either, but I felt I needed to come on the board and talk about this. Nutty was one of my nearest and dearest friends in the world. His passing has devastated me. I will never be the same after this. I was always amazed at how much The Beatles did in only a few short years together. And looking back on my friendship with Nutty, I am amazed at how much he and I and the rest of our "board buddies" experienced in only a few short years together. The early days of the Macca Board were more fun than I can put into words and he was a big reason for it. His quick wit and great sense of humor really made this place come to life. And we really pushed the boundaries around here too. (Anyone remember the Lemnuts Mammography Clinic?) Nutty was a very complex man, but he was perhaps the most genuine person I have ever met. What you saw was what you got! He was the same in real life as he was on the message board. He was funny, caring and generous to a fault. I'm very grateful that I was able to spend time with him while he was sick and feel priviledged to have been with him on his last night on this Earth. I will cherish those special moments and I thank his family for allowing me, Clo and Paige to be part of that very sensitive, private time. I loved Nutty like a brother and I will never really get over losing him. But I am comforted by all the memories of all the great times we had these past 7 years and I will treasure those special moments for the rest of my life. My thoughts are with Nutty's wife, children, family and friends. I pray that they can find a way to continue their journey through life without him. It's not going to be easy. And I am so grateful to all my "Beatle Buddies" -- and you know who you are -- for being the best friends a person could ever want. Together we'll find a way to get through this terrible time. Rest In Peace Nutty. I'll repeat the words you so often said to me: "I love ya, man."
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(((Lem)))) crying, can't do this now...everything you said...I love you (((Beat))) Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers
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Beat was my Nuttybuddy. He used to laugh everytime I said it. When I called him Mike, he'd say, "No, I'm Nuttybuddy to you." I still can't believe I won't be hearing his voice on the phone anymore saying, "DaisyMae, it's your Nuttybuddy" Nutty was one of the most thoughtful, generous, and funny people I've ever known - I'm really sad I wasn't able to see him again recently. I love you Nuttybuddy. Rest in peace my dear friend.
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Wow ... it's been ages since some of us have posted here together ... only Mike could have brought us back here. I know he's loving this right now. There is a hole in my heart that nothing could ever fill ... my brother is gone and I feel lost. Mike brought so many of us together and he worked so hard at it ... he took his "job" very seriously. Mike had the gift of making each and everyone of us feel like we were the most important person in the world. ((((((Lem)))))))), I too agree with every word you wrote. I think of Mike as one of the greatest gifts I have been given in my life ... he will live in my heart forever and I will never forget the best friend I ever had, the brother of my heart, (((((((((Mike))))))))))). I love the idea of another thread being started in a few days so that we can laugh and joke and talk about our wonderful memories of our beloved friend ... and all the crazy things he did to bring joy into our hearts and make us laugh. But in the meantime .... this one's for you my ((((((((((((Mike))))))))))))): You Idiot, LOL
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I wish we all could come together for differnt reason then this. Even though I am glad to see you all.
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I've been here for awhile. I'm always ahead of the curve. Mike was a smartass. He and I understood one another. He wasn't perfect like me. He really dug the chicks. Unless they were bigger and stronger than he was. He loved Dean Martin. Nuff said. Outspoken, opinionated - he had a truly profound love affair with Alexander Graham Bell. The man used the telephone as God intended - to waste precious time. But seriously... I am not in mourning. I will likely celebrate his memory in some other way. He is free of pain, free of his diseased temporary vessel. He lives because we remember. The good, bad and the ugly. All of us should be so damned lucky.