Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory

This Book of Memories memorial website is designed to be a permanent tribute paying tribute to the life and memory of Michael O'Claire. It allows family and friends a place to re-visit, interact with each other, share and enhance this tribute for future generations. We are both pleased and proud to provide the Book of Memories to the families of our community.

Thank you.

Cancel
Select Candle
Leave a condolence

Condolences

Condolence From: Reggie & Cheri Wales of Sevierville, TN
Condolence: To Dorothy and family we are so sorry to hear about Mike. We believe he is a much better place. Our prayers and thought go out to you and the family and hope that you find hope and strength thru each other and your family and friends. Mike always referred to Reggie as his little buddy and I don't really think he knew how good that made Reggie feel. Mike was a good friend to Reg and one that Reggie will miss. We love you all.
Tuesday April 19, 2011
Condolence From: Reggie & Cheri Wales of Sevierville, TN
Condolence: To Dorthy and family, I know the Lord God is taking care of Mike, he is in a much better place right now. I pray he finds peace in the arms of Jesus. My prayers and thoughts go out to you during this time. It's difficult and you will have to lean on one another. We regret that we could not make it up there for the service. If I could only hug you'al (Mike would appreciate the southern take there)Your dad always referred to Reggie has his little buddy but I don't think your he really knew how much Reggie treasured that. We love you all.
Tuesday April 19, 2011
Condolence From: Donna & Bob Lambert of Lake In The Hills Illinois
Condolence: Dear Dorothy & Family,

We are asking God to be with you now.He promises you rainbows, after the storms.

May he wrap his loving arms around Mike & hold him close.

Please accept our deepest sympathy.
And may God watch over you.

Your in our thoughts & prayers
Bob & Donna Lambert
Tuesday April 19, 2011
Condolence From: Melissa S. Pena of Franklin Park, IL
Condolence: I can still hear Mr. O'Claire saying "pretty, pretty, pretty bird" over and over to his feathery friend "Birdie". He loved his birds, his fish, his music and his family.
He was kind of like a little kid on Christmas anytime that he had a new find to share...he'd say, "wait, I have something to show you" or "look at this" as he'd emerge from his room with some treasure that he either bought or found. Whatever the case, he never failed to make us, Jen's friends, laugh.
One of my last memories of Mr.O is from Jen and Mike's wedding reception. I was standing off to the side of the room with Mr.O, catching up....he looked over at Jen and back at me and said, "Isn't she just beautiful?"

We'll miss you, Mr. Mike. Now you can enjoy the beauty of nature from anywhere and everywhere. See you again.
Tuesday April 19, 2011
Condolence From: john stewart
Condolence: from




from:a friend and coworker

FROM:a friend and coworker
TO:mike's family and friends
This has helped me during tough times-
Come to HIM for COMFORT!(prayer)
Follow HIM for DIRECTION!(bible)
Trust in HIM for strength!(faith)

HIM=OUR LORD AND SAVIOR
JESUS CHRIST!
May GOD bless you and keep you!
sincerely John Stewart
Monday April 18, 2011
Condolence From: Renee Clark of Gilberts, IL
Condolence: Jen and family - I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I've heard so many funny stories about him, that even though I only met your dad a couple times, I feel like I knew so much about him and your childhood memories... My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this painful time. I'm here if you need me for anything.
Monday April 18, 2011
Condolence From: Joe & LouAnn Zeller of Dundee, IL
Condolence: WIth deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you. Cherish the memories.
Monday April 18, 2011
Condolence From: Tim and Stacy Jay of Phoenix, AZ
Condolence: He was always so nice to me when we were growing up. He made us laugh at his funny jokes, he taught us of the great bands of his day, and he loved his family. I am so sorry he left us so early. Our thoughts and prayers to you Jenny and the whole family.
Monday April 18, 2011
Print All
Recently Shared Stories
Recently Shared Photos
Share by: