Hugs and prayers....thank you for showing true family strength...it was an honor to be part of Mike's life and passion...a true friend...I know it is not fair but you taught us all how to live the fullest. Hugs and prayers and happy memories...♡♡♡

Julie & family, I've tried online for Brainard as well as here to say what's in my heart and the words just aren't right or aren't enough. I've been crying right along with all of you for your loss of Mike. This is a hard one for me with living in Michigan now and not Wausau and not being able to have provided or given support during these last 17 months! All I can say is that my love is with all of you and my heart is broken, but surely not like yours! Down the road you'll be able to talk and reminisce about lots of good times with Mike. God be with all of you and keep all of you in his loving arms.

Julie,
Thanks for allowing us to be part of Mike's Journey, I know that he will be missed. God give you peace in this time of heartache.

I've tried to send several of you messages and I cannot, I absolutely cannot find the words. All that I can muster up is to tell you how truly, truly heartbroken I am for you all. Much love and as always, continued prayers. Gods' Blessings to you all. I love you.