Obituary for Michael James Quinlivan (Guest book)
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Michael James Quinlivan

April 3, 2015
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Message from Joshua Baron
May 22, 2021 4:01 PM

So sorry to hear this news. Michael was definitely a special guy. He must be causing a ruckus up in heaven right now. He will always be loved and missed.
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A candle was lit by I HOPE YOUR AT PEACE LOVE YOUR SISTER DIANE on May 9, 2015 12:29 PM
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A candle was lit by diane on May 4, 2015 9:50 PM
Message from ANNIE A
April 11, 2015 1:05 AM

My sincere condolences to Mike's mother, sister, brothers, son and friends.

Mike-I hadn't seen you for years, but still thought of you often. You were such a wonderful friend and guardian angel to me years ago for which I will always remain grateful . I didnt know that you were in so much pain and I am sorry about that. I hope that your spirit is at peace. I will remember you until the end of my days. All my love, Annie. Xo
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A candle was lit by Annie A. on April 11, 2015 12:54 AM
Message from Diane Quinlivan
April 10, 2015 12:07 PM

Thank you to all of Michael's friends for the love and support you showed for him at the memorial service and the loving messages here in his guest book. My mother and family were touched by the love and generosity. The money donated through a collection made by his friends was used for a monument at his grave site. It was more than generous.

Michael was blessed to have so many caring and loyal friends.

Thank you also to Kurt at Hopler & Eschbach for his great job, and for making a difficult time easier.
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A candle was lit by Kate on April 10, 2015 10:51 AM
Message from Kate and Tom Hull
April 10, 2015 10:50 AM

Dear Lucy and Diane, We are so sad for your loss of Michael. He was a charming guy who seemed devoted to family....too young, sorry. Kate and Tom Hull
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A candle was lit by Brother Wilfredo and sister in law Sandra Rios and Family on April 9, 2015 3:39 PM
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A candle was lit by Valerie Rosenfeld on April 9, 2015 11:52 AM
Message from Melissa Ziebell Devine Shcikshinny, Pa
April 8, 2015 8:27 PM

I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. I still have fond memories when we were 5 years old and I would visit my grandmother on Prospect ave. in Binghamton. I still have a photo of the 2 of us from that time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Message from Eric C. Shadduck
April 8, 2015 4:18 PM

So many fond memories of Junior High and High School as well as the years I was still in Binghamton. Running into Mike here and there or at a party and exchanging licks on the six string...my condolences to family and friends.

Eric Shadduck - Cologne, Germany
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A candle was lit by Deanna Harvey on April 8, 2015 12:27 PM
Message from Deanna Harvey
April 8, 2015 12:26 PM

Michael u will be truly missed. I am sending my thoughts n prayers to ur family. Diane I am sorry I couldn't make it but I send u n ur mother n family my love.
Message from Sue Young
April 8, 2015 12:00 PM

Mike was a friend of mine in Highschool & although I hadn't seen him in 30 years, I can still see his infectious smile & hear his easy laugh like it was yesterday. He was kind, gentle, and the very definition of mellow. The tragic news of his passing has shocked & saddened his large circle of friends. My deepest condolences to Mike's family. We love you Quin.
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A candle was lit by Aunt Maria will you on April 8, 2015 9:53 AM
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A candle was lit by Emily goodspeed on April 8, 2015 7:26 AM
Message from Kathy Wallerstein
April 7, 2015 11:53 PM

I knew Mike in high school, and though I have not seen him since then, or been in touch, the news of his passing was terrible to receive. We were part of the same circle of friends and the loss of one of us reverberates in all. He will be missed by many, and loved always by his friends. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
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A candle was lit by Kathy Wallerstein on April 7, 2015 11:45 PM
Message from Jim Hanover, aka Nym.
April 7, 2015 11:33 PM

Mike was a member of a special brotherhood we had in high school, and I will always cherish the greatest lesson he taught me - "Jim! Don't freak out, man!" Mike P mentioned the blender, which if you knew Mike in those halcyon days of youth, was an elaborate creation of dystopic fantasy of his immense imagination... I will never forget that, or him. I was glad to reconnect with him via Facebook after 15 years, and ironically in the moment of his passing, we were all planning to get together soon. I wish we could have before he died. If there is a justice in the infinite mind of God, then Mike is enjoying the best grilled cheese right now... Much Love to all.
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A candle was lit by Jim Hanover on April 7, 2015 11:25 PM
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A candle was lit by Melinda Lawrence on April 7, 2015 10:38 PM
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A candle was lit by paul d. ruiz on April 7, 2015 9:32 PM
Message from paul d ruiz
April 7, 2015 9:32 PM

For the times we had together, I thank you Michael. And even though we weren't on the same page at times your smile and laughter did a lot to the day. Now your among the family I'm sure your at peace now. will meet again so, RIP Michael. your cousin paul ruiz
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A candle was lit by Maria Palazzolo Leska on April 7, 2015 7:35 PM
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A candle was lit by Rob Rifenburgh on April 7, 2015 5:31 PM
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A candle was lit by Amy Duncan on April 7, 2015 3:56 PM
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A candle was lit by Uncle Reggie & Aunt Sherri on April 7, 2015 3:02 PM
Message from Carolyn Dean
April 7, 2015 2:13 PM

Diane, I'm so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. My thought's and prayer's are with you and your family.
Message from Leanne
April 7, 2015 1:43 PM

May you find comfort in the knowledge of love in this, your time of loss.
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A candle was lit by Leanne on April 7, 2015 1:41 PM
Message from Tony Klenchik
April 7, 2015 7:46 AM

Sorry to hear of Mikes passing. We were childhood friends, growing up on Shubert street in Binghamton. Have memories of the two of us always having a great time with the great bunch of friends we hung out with. Gods peace be with his family now. May your good memories of Mike help you all through this difficult time.
Message from Alan Monder
April 7, 2015 7:25 AM

Mike, I can't believe you are gone. You were my first friend in Binghamton. I have many fond memories of you from when we were kids. Walking and talking, you always made me feel more alive. You will always live on in my heart. You are a good soul.
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A candle was lit by Alan Monder on April 7, 2015 7:15 AM
Message from Lori cordi
April 6, 2015 11:25 PM

I am writing this to send my deepest sympathy to family. And although I didn't know Mike.I know his son Roman.and I pray for his young son.may God lift you up hold you close and help healing at this very difficult time.in Jesus name amen.
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A candle was lit by Lori cordi on April 6, 2015 11:18 PM
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A candle was lit by stephen shepard on April 6, 2015 10:18 PM
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A candle was lit by Christie Griswold on April 6, 2015 7:24 PM
Message from Eleni Petrakos French
April 6, 2015 6:07 PM

Dearest Mike, this has blown me away m childhood friend. There are NO words to explain my thoughts or feelings. Glad w got a lot of talk time in and glad to have studied people with you in these last few years. My condolences to your entire family at this time. You are a great loss to all of us. I will always miss and love you Mike. I hope your pain is at ease now.
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A candle was lit by Eleni Petrakos on April 6, 2015 6:02 PM
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A candle was lit by bernadette bowie on April 6, 2015 4:42 PM
Message from Bernadette&georgette bowie
April 6, 2015 4:40 PM

Sending our condolences to the family.he will be greatly missed .
Message from Ryk Jaen
April 6, 2015 3:21 PM

I've been thinking about my friend Mike Quinlivan since his passing this weekend. I've read a lot of beautiful comments from my oldest and dearest friends but have not sat down to write until now. Like so many of the experiences I shared with Mike, this one taught me something about myself. I am much better at compartmentalizing than I realized. There is always so much to do, it forces some thoughts and feelings into the quiet times in the middle of the night. Too often the next day starts and ends and I still have not responded to that email or text from someone reaching out. Yes, I am better at compartmentalizing than I thought, but that is not always a good thing. Thank you Quin for teaching me another lesson. I hope you have found a comfy chair and a pretty woman to make you a grilled cheese sandwich. Rest in peace brother.
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A candle was lit by Denise O'Brien on April 6, 2015 1:18 PM
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A candle was lit by Michael Palmatier on April 6, 2015 12:58 PM
Message from Michael Palmatier
April 6, 2015 12:57 PM

I learned of this 2 days ago and am still in complete shock. My most sincere and deepest condolences go out out to Michael's family. I know Michael and his mother had a very special bond back in the days when we were teens, and I am sure it only grew stronger over the years. Whenever I was over at his house, I could just tell how much love they had for each other in the way they would joke around together and how she was so protective of him. I can't imagine how you feel Lucille, and my heart hurts for you. I know Michael suffered a lot of pain due to the the M.S. and now he doesn't have to bear that anymore.

Even though I lost touch with the Mighty Quin years ago, I have thought of him often. He was a great friend in a group of very special friends in my teen years and early adulthood. I will always have very fond memories of the Quin and those days... Jamming out with Nym & The Illegal Experiment as well as others, listening to all sorts of great music, philosophizing on the meaning of life, walking everywhere, hanging out at the Unitarian church, climbing the tree behind it with a bunch of us and watching the sun set, playing frisbee at Rec park, laming out, the big grip, the blender, and on and on. Love you Quin. Peace.
Message from Mary Grose
April 6, 2015 12:25 PM

Lucille & Family I am so very saddened by Michael's passing...to young and too soon....a great neighbor always shoveling my sidewalk for me...thoughts & prayers with you...
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A candle was lit by Mary Grose on April 6, 2015 12:22 PM
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A candle was lit by James Jaen & Family on April 6, 2015 12:19 PM
Message from Emily Jaen Goodspeed
April 6, 2015 11:37 AM

Lucille and Family, I shed some tears when I received the news of Michael's death. He was my Godchild and I will always remember all the many days he spent at my house when he was growing up. He was practically part of the family!

Know that I share your grief but will be unable to attend his funeral since we are in Florida until May. God bless and comfort you. Emily
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A candle was lit by Kirsten Leiman on April 6, 2015 11:21 AM
Message from Kirsten Leiman
April 6, 2015 11:16 AM

To all of Michael's family, I send my deepest condolences.
Although our lives had taken different turns in life after high school and I haven't seen Mike for many many years, from the day I first met him in the 9th grade I felt a pure honesty, warmth and sincerity unlike I have encountered since. I am sure he is free from pain now and for that I am happy. Whenever I saw Mike he was smiling and that is what I will take with me. xx Kirsten
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A candle was lit by Tina Mack & family on April 6, 2015 11:07 AM
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A candle was lit by Jennie Kirtland McLaughlin on April 6, 2015 10:19 AM
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A candle was lit by Mike McNeill and family on April 6, 2015 10:07 AM
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A candle was lit by Denise Barnes on April 6, 2015 9:52 AM
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A candle was lit by LUCILLE COLON MOTHER OF MICHAEL on April 6, 2015 9:04 AM
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A candle was lit by DIANE QUINLIVAN MIKE'S SISTER on April 6, 2015 9:03 AM
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A candle was lit by marlen hodgson on April 6, 2015 8:51 AM
Message from marlene hodgson
April 6, 2015 8:51 AM

michael, Bless your soul,rest in peace.
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A candle was lit by Mr& Mrs Gregory Farrell on April 6, 2015 8:45 AM
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A candle was lit by Kim Mulrooney on April 6, 2015 8:12 AM
Message from Trudi (Livingston) Zayac
April 6, 2015 5:35 AM

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this emotional time!
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A candle was lit by Trudi (Livingston) Zayac on April 6, 2015 5:34 AM
Message from David Zembek
April 5, 2015 11:37 PM

Praying that the Lord will give you strength during this difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss; my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Message from Rob Rifenburgh
April 5, 2015 11:34 PM

Dear Lucille, Diane, and Mike's family and loved ones,

I am so very sorry for your loss, and mine. I've known Mike since grade school; he was the gentlest of souls. I know it may sound cliche, but I truly believe Mike is in a happier place right now; he will always be looking out for you.

My love and prayers to you all <3

Rob Rifenburgh (Lucille, soy el hijo de Vicky Rifenburgh)
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A candle was lit by David Zembek on April 5, 2015 11:32 PM
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A candle was lit by Laurie Pennay on April 5, 2015 11:26 PM
Message from Laurie Pennay
April 5, 2015 11:24 PM

You were taken from us way too soon Mike!! Your no longer in pain,and we can take comfort in that.you will be missed by all your classmates.RIP Michael!!! My Condolences to all of your Family and Friends!
Sincerely
Your Classmate,
Laurie
Message from Cynthia Sutliff-Hibbard and family
April 5, 2015 4:11 PM

Dear Diane and mom Lucy, so sorry to hear of Michael passing, he was a handsome young man and a gentle soul, so sorry for your loss. God bless.
Message from Diane Quinlivan, Houston, Texas
April 5, 2015 1:45 PM

To my brother Michael,

You know I loved you. In Heaven, may you find peace and no more pain.

I will truly miss you.

Your loving sister, Diane
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A candle was lit by Matt Jachimczyk on April 5, 2015 12:53 PM
Message from Mike & Matt Jachimczyk, Houston, Texas
April 5, 2015 12:51 PM

Michael,

Matt and I always enjoyed seeing you whenever we were in Binghamton. We will miss you greatly when we come this summer. It won't be the same at all without you up on the hill.
Love, Matt & Mike
Message from Michael Jachimczyk, Houston, Texas
April 7, 2015 12:28 AM

I was the one wrote the obituary from information provided by his sister Diane, but I now realize that I was not qualified to write it. After reading all of the heartfelt postings from friends and classmates, I now know that it came up short. I never was there, or went that far back. However, I can take some solace in knowing that those who knew Michael the best made up for any shortcomings in the obituary. They who knew him best picked up the slack. He knows who you are. Thank you for your sincere and heartfelt memories of Michael. I hope that you can make it to say good-bye to him on Wednesday.
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