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Michael Thomas Dryer
November 11, 1942 ~ May 13, 2018 (age 75) 75 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Marcia (Rameau) Kapolka - May 15 at 04:56 PM
Mike was the nicest teacher. He always accepted my ‘at risk’ students into his classroom and treated them respectfully and with compassion. Gloria and family, sending sympathy. He will be missed.
Message from Dirk Besko - May 15 at 11:46 AM
Some of my best memories of coaching basketball at St. Johns High School was traveling to Ionia to take on the Bulldogs! What a great rivalry we had over the years, but the thing I always looked forward to the most was seeing the scorekeeper at the game. That person was Michael Dryer! He always took the time to ask about the team and how I was doing! My memories over the years will never be forgotten as a coach and then when I retired and was able to see him in Lake City! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family! Dirk Besko
Message from Nancy Gallop - May 15 at 08:14 AM
So sorry for your loss. Mike was such a true, caring friend.Nancy Gallop
Message from Craig Teachworth - May 15 at 06:20 AM
Duffy you were a great teacher you will be missed RIP
Message from Corey Lake - May 14 at 09:50 PM
So sorry for your loss.
Message from Marvin Marion - May 15 at 03:15 PM
What beautiful memories for the whole family. Mr. Dryer treated everyone with Dignity Respect R.I.P.
Message from Lorrie Neilson Fox - May 18 at 11:38 AM
he was a nice man and I send all my prayer's to his family and friends God Bless You Mr. Dryer... R.I.P.
Message from Robert Hahn - May 19 at 05:11 PM
I just received word from my sister Roberta that Mike had passed away. I have thought of him often through the years and asked about him many times. I remember our growing up together in Lake City during the summer. The fishing and playing in the park. But mostly it was the cottage kids against the trailer kids and then the Baptist group on Sunday afternoon softball in the park. I will treasure those times forever. His friend Bob Hahn
Message from Joni Nagy - May 16 at 07:11 AM
Who could ever forget Duff....Both he and Mrs. Dryer have to be the 2 most honorable people ever at Ionia High . Duff you have left a positive impact on all the lives you have touched as a teacher and a human being. We were all blessed to have known you. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Joni Nagy, Gabe, Trent, Wes and Spencer Hafner
Message from May 15 at 03:19 PM
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Message from May 15 at 09:56 AM
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Message from Kim Patrick - May 15 at 07:03 AM
I had a ton of respect for Mr. Dryer. He always treated me with respect and dignity. A wonderful man that will be sorely missed. RIP Duffy.
Message from Jennifer Hayden - May 15 at 05:34 AM
I’m so sorry for your loss. He was a great teacher. He always had a positive attitude and amazing patience.
Message from May 14 at 08:12 PM
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Message from Brad Briggs - May 16 at 06:17 AM
So sorry to hear of Duffy passing. I remember him well during softball games as an umpire He was a funny guy. Also had him as a teacher. Seams so long ago but not. He will be missed. Brad Briggs Class of 72
Message from Karl Gagnon - May 16 at 08:06 PM
Mike was a gem. I will miss him. He helped each year at the Terry Thompson Golf Invitational. Just saw him 2 weeks ago. He was a great substitute teacher also.
Message from Lisa Allen - May 15 at 07:36 PM
I remember Mr. Dryer signing my yearbook one year with "Look Chinese" in reference to the class I was in, that he taught. You will be remembered fondly. Rest well. Prayers for the family.Lisa (Dehn) Allen - IHS Class of '82
Message from Marvin Marion - May 15 at 03:05 PM
I can remember doing my demonstration Speech up in front of the class. It was kind of tough at first, but Mr. Dryer made you feel at ease. What a great Educator he was & made class interesting to be in. My prayers for the family. Rest In peace Mr. Dryer. You did a tremendous job well done.
Message from May 15 at 09:28 AM
Simply Chic Mixed Plant Basket was purchased for the family of Michael Thomas Dryer.
Message from Chris Estep - May 15 at 07:00 AM
Duff will be remembered as the caring person he was.
Message from Kim Nichols - May 15 at 03:55 AM
So sorry for your loss. RIP my friend. You will be missed.
Message from Juanita Dryer - May 14 at 07:46 PM
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Message from Karl Gagnon - May 16 at 08:03 PM
At Lake City, I always asked for Mike as a substitute teacher when I had to take a day off. He was amazing. He also helped us run the golf invitational each May. I just saw him 2 weeks ago. We will miss him tremendously.
Message from Emily Sharp - May 16 at 07:56 AM
Sending prayers and deepest sympathy to the family. Reading these memories makes my heart smile. He was obviously an amazing guy who was adored by many. I didn’t know him, unfortunately, but I had the chance to talk to him briefly in his car while we waited on emergency services last week. I will never forget him.
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