In Loving Memory of Michael Channer

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"Good Memories"
by Mark H.

19 Sept 2004

As I read all the entries on the site i notice how everyone remembers how quiet and reserved Mike could be.

But As i think back to the times i spent with Mike, I think that i can speak for alot of his friends when i say some of the best times i've ever had, were with Mike when he wasn't being quiet and definately wasn't being reserved.

Mike you were a good friend, a great pilot, and an inspiration to all. I'm sorry to see you go, but thrilled to have known you.

Mark H.
Kanata,Ont.
M_S_hoc@hotmail.com


"Message to Sharon & Gerry from the McKibbin's"
by Beth & Tim McKibbin

19 Sept 2004

Dear Sharon & Gerry - we cannot imagine the pain and sorrow you are going through with the tragic loss of Michael. I remember sipping wine over dinner with you and the James' shortly after selling your Herb Garden homestead, and marvelling at the freedom you expressed in travelling (in your VW Van!), and also how proud you were of Michael as a pilot in Africa. Rest assured that Michael has wings of a different nature now. Thank you for sharing this tragedy with all of us.

Sincerely

Beth & Tim McKibbin
Carp, Ontario
timbeth.mckibbin@sympatico.ca


"Appreciating a Life"
by Diana Smith

19 Sept 2004

My thoughts are with you...Michael was the source of so much love and pride in your lives in the time I knew you well, and he has been a 'light' in the world for many people, as both of you, Sharon and Gerry, have been. My deepest sorrow, and much love,

Diana Smith
Victoria, BC
diana@ecosolcan.com


Note from Chris LeBlanc

19 Sept 2004

Condolences to family and friends. Mike had a personality that motivated everyone around him. He was good pilot and friend. I wish I could have been at the service. Best wishes and prayers to friends and family and remember that Mike would want us to continue on with our lives.

Chris LeBlanc
Yellowknife NT
mr_VNE@hotmail.com


Note from Claire Cross

18 Sept 2004

Dear Sharon and Gerry,
Having been part of "Herb Fest" for three yearshaving known both of you and how much youloved and how proud you were of your pilot son we weredeeply shocked to pick up the Ottawa Citizen and read the terrible news of Michael's tragic accident.
RIchard and I hvelit a candle for Michaeland are thinking of you.
Our deepest sympathy
Claire Cross (Ambiance de Provence)

Claire Cross
Ottawa
riclaire@rogers.com


"Deeply Sorry"
by Pat Malone

18 Sept 2004

Dear Sharon:
I am so sorry to hear the news of Michael's death and I am thinking of you & your husband now. I only knew Michael at the early stage when you were with CHEA.
It is particularly poignant, in a way, since my daughter, Kelly, had the same dream as Michael starting at the same age and did become a pilot after university. She flew Caravans 1st for Air Georgian & is presently flying the Beech 1900 for Air Alliance (third tier level for Air Canada) into the U.S.
Howie, my husband, successfully retired (flying 747's) from Air Canada in 2000 without any fatal accidents. But flying does present unusual (& potentially fatal) incidents.
Again my deepest sympathy to you both.

Pat Malone
Toronto, Canada
patmalone@rogers.com


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