
I met Michael when I was searching for 
publications to carry my singles column. What struck me the most about him was 
his sincere desire to get to know me as a person, not just as someone who wrote 
a column for the Gantseh Megillah. I remember his calling me just to chat, just 
to get to know me, which really made me like and appreciate him and later grow 
to love him. Out of all the people I have known, I would have to say that 
Michael, more than anyone, truly cared about, truly loved, the people in his 
life. I know that I am not the only one who felt this way. Judging by what 
people posted on his Facebook page, there were many people whose lives he 
touched. He touched mine, and I will miss his loving spirit.
Sharon Lynn Bear