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Michael Silva Obituary

Our beloved angel Michael Silva, born July 18, 1982 in New York City, joined his heavenly father on May 9, 2005. Michael is remembered and forever loved by his father Miguel, mother Yasmin, sisters Jessica and Natalie, grandfather Adolfo, and grandmothers Esther and Inocencia. His presence will resonate among his loving extended family and he will be missed by his close-knit friends who enjoyed his passion for nature and music. Michael graduated from Pine Creek High School in 2001 and he attended Colorado Tech University. He will always be remembered as a highly spirited young man who believed in living life to the fullest. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2005 at the Shrine of Remembrance. A rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2005 at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 4925 N. Carefree Circle. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery 1000 S. 26th Street in Colorado Springs. Memorial contributions may be made in Michael Silva's memory to Victoria en Jesus Foundation, 318 Boulder Place, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80905.

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Published by The Gazette on May 13, 2005.

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CAMILO PRADO

May 31, 2005

ON BEHALF OF THE PRADO-MARTINEZ FAMILY WE DEEPLY REGRET YOUR LOSS. OUR PRAYERS AND DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.

Fernando Cadena

May 24, 2005

On behalf of the Cadena family we deeply regret your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Michael and his family

Robert & Linda Singer

May 24, 2005

Our prayers are with the Silva Family.

Germán D. Prado

May 24, 2005

Dear Family Silva,



I wish we knew just what to say to make things better but sometimes words aren't just enough to say how sorry we are to see you hurting so.



My family and I offer you our most sincere condolences and pray to God so that you can give you the necessary strength to go through this difficult time.



We are so very sorry to hear about Michael's early departure; but, we hope that his unforgettable memories would bring you peace and comfort now and for ever.



Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family.



Belinda, Paula, Yamila and

Janeth Parra Roncancio

May 23, 2005

Michael, Yasmin, Jessica & Natalie :



Dios Todopoderoso y Eterno, que has llamado de este mundo a tu hijo MICHAEL SILVA, en la flor de la vida; te suplicamos que completes la obra de tu gracia, libres su alma de toda culpa y castigo y haz que el sacrificio de la vida terrena se convierta para él en gozo de Vida Eterna.



Elevo mis plegarias a Dios para que les de Fortaleza y Resignación por esta perdida irreparable.



De Corazón les enviamos NUESTRO MAS SENTIDO PESAME.



Janeth Parra Roncancio & Familia.

Janeth Parra Roncancio

May 23, 2005

Miguel, Yasmin, Jessica & Natalie :



Dios Todo Poderoso que has llamado de este mundo a Michael Silva, en la flor de la vida; te suplico que completes la obra de tu gracia, libres su alma de toda culpa y haz que el sacrificio de la vida terrena se convierta para él en gozo de vida eterna.



De todo corazón los acompañó en estos momentos de Angustia y Dolor, mi MAS SENTIDO PESAME por ésta perdida tan irreparable. Elevo mis oraciones para que Dios les de Fortaleza y Resiganción.



Janeth Parra Roncancio & Familia

Aristóbulo Parra Roncancio - "Totis"

May 23, 2005

Lamentamos mucho este duro impace. DIOS les brinde la fuerza necesaria para superar tan duro momento. Estamos con Uds. Familia Parra-Murcia

Aristóbulo Parra Roncancio - "Totis"

May 23, 2005

Lamentamos mucho este duro impace. DIOS les brinde la fuerza necesaria para superar tan duro momento. Estamos con Uds. Familia Parra-Murcia

Melquisedec (Mike) Prado

May 23, 2005

Dear Family Silva,



May the beautiful memories of Michael help you outlast the emptiness caused by his departure. May God give you enough strength to help you overcome the pain of grief. You are in our thoughts and prayers.



Love,



Family Prado-Cadena

J. Patricia Prado Leighton

May 23, 2005

Dear Silva Family, might God bless you and give the strength to go through this sorrow.



The Prado Family

Melquiceded and Belarmina Prado

Bill & Starlina Silva

May 22, 2005

Dear Miguel, Yasmin and family:



Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this sad time. May Mike's love and light embrace you, and may your love for each other keep you strong and bring you comfort. God bless you all.

Love,

Luz Trautmann

May 21, 2005

Dear Miguel, Yasmin, Jessica & Natalie:



We are so very sorry to hear about the

loss of your preciuos son & brother Michael.



We can't know why some things happen... but we can know that love and beautiful memories outlast the pain of grief. And we can know that there's a place inside the heart where love lives always... and where nothing beautiful can ever be forgotten.



Those we cherish will always live on in memory. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



Love,



George, George IV & Luz Trautmann

Albert Perez

May 19, 2005

Michael, we remember you everyday.

We have learned so much from you these last couple days than we have in all the time we have known you. You were a loving, gentle, kind guy. A wonderful human being.

We love you.

Tio, Michelle, Daniel & Aaron

Page Thomas

May 19, 2005

Mike- I can only think of all the great laughs we had and your bright and shining smile. I hope you are in a safe and happy place. God will take care of you for your family. Say hello to all of the great angels and rest in peace. Much love to you and your family.

Alejandro, Hilda & Cristina Silva

May 18, 2005

Nuevamente y de todo corazon, compartimos el dolor que estan pasando por la perdida irreparable de Mike. Pero como todos sabemos el estara siempre con nosotros y Dios con el.

Sinceramente

Alejandro, Hilda Y Cristina

John Ayton

May 18, 2005

My heartfelt condolences to all the family. From your distant friend in England, my thoughts are with you.

Robert Motta

May 18, 2005

I only know Michael through the video that I saw with his aunt Teresa. Such a loving and lovely young man. My thoughts and prayers go out to Michael and his family. One day you will all be united in happiness.

Frankie, Ricardo and Michael Silva

Ricardo Silva

May 17, 2005

Recuerdos de tus tios abuelos, Ricardo y Clara. Te extranaremos mucho. Todos juntos en Dios en nuestros corazones.

Alex Silva

May 17, 2005

May Michael feel God's warm embrace and rejoice in his eternal love as he has on earth. May Michael's family know peace in that he is with the almighty and watches over him and all of us. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of need.

-Love

Alex Silva

Joe Robles

May 17, 2005

Dear Silva Family,

I am truly sorry for this great loss in your lifes.

Myriam Miller

May 17, 2005

We're so sorry for the loss of Michael, our prayers and thoughts are with your family. As the mother of 3 sons, no words of comfort said can erase your pain but God will give you strength to get through this difficult time. Michael was able to attend his funeral and said it was beautiful.

Myriam Miller mother of Michael Miller, classmate of Pine Creek High School

Erick Mueller

May 17, 2005

We are so sadden to hear of Michael's passing. We are praying for Michael and the Silva family.

Bill and Vita Leavenworth

May 16, 2005

Dear Miguel, Yasmin, Jessica and Natalie; we were so shocked to hear of Michael's untimely death. We've all sorry for your family --we know he will be missed by all who knew him. We are comforted to know he is with the Lord now, and we pray you will find comfort too. Bill, Vita, Melody, Billy and Ashly.

Kristin Maine

May 14, 2005

Michael, You will forever be remembered and your presence will continue to live here with the family. I have so many great memories with you and I'm thankful that I was a part of your life. You will always be in my thought and prayers. I Love You Always, Kristin Maine

Dorenda Willmore

May 13, 2005

Dear Miguel and family - I'm so very sorry to hear about your loss.You're in my thoughts and prayers. He is the source of every mercy and the God who comforts us.

Sarah Vrynios

May 13, 2005

I am very sorry to hear of your loss, Mikes memory will eternaly be remembered.

Sarah Vrynios

Scott & Toria McGill

May 13, 2005

Dear Silva's- We are so saddened by your loss. May God bless all of you.

Scott, Toria, Dylan, Ian and MacKenzie McGill

Your neighbors on Bellcove

Denise Toney

May 13, 2005

Dearest Miguel and family....I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in my prayers. Michael is with the Lord! Much love and prayers....Denise with First American Heritage Title Co.

Fabiola Silva

May 13, 2005

No se porque ocurren las cosas, pero Jesus nos escogio porque el sabe que en el dolor nos fortalecemos y nos muestra sus caminos para nuestro crecimiento en Dios. Que brille para siempre la luz perpetua para ti. Te queremos por siempre!!!!!!!!!!!

Teresa Silva

May 13, 2005

Dear God, Please take extra care of my Godson Michael. He is very precious to me and I entrust him back into your hands to love and care for.

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