Reluctantly, with heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Michael William Espie on Monday, April 22, 2019. He was 48 years old.
Michael was predeceased by his mother, Ailsa Alexa Christine Espie, father Dr. Thomas Henry Espie, brother Paul Henry and nephew Harry. Left to forever cherish his memory brother Richard, sisters Gillian and Anne, nephews, and nieces Thomas, Dysson, Maxwell, Sara, Virginia, Sheldon, Rhys, Jimmy, and nephew Darcy whom he frequently cared for.
Michael was a gentle giant, known to all for his generosity, kindness, and eternal optimism. His warm smile and loving heart lit up our world. We should all take a page from his book and in his memory be a little more patient, loving, and understanding. You will be missed, sweet man.
Gravesite service to be held Saturday, April 27 at 2:00pm at the Anglican Cemetery on Forest Road, followed by a celebration of life at the Ship Pub. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to Epilepsy Newfoundland and Labrador.
Gillian, Anne & Richard. I am so sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. I remember when he was a teenager coming to the office to visit your Dad. It seems he had his Dad’s sense of humour. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
The class of Nautical Science students sends our condolences to the family. In the short time we got to know Michael, he was a man filled with positivity, humor and was unlike any other. He will be greatly missed, and we all cherish the short time we had to share with him.
I’m so sad to hear of Michaels’ passing. He was far too young to go. Sadly, I did not get to know him but David and Norma did last year. They tell me he was a great character with a fine sence of humour, definately a chp off the old block. My thoughts are with you all and I shall be raising a glass to him and all my cousins tomorrow. RIP Michael.
R.I.P. Mike you will always be remembered by us all. You were a huge part of a lot of childhoods and will be missed. Having a coke and cinnamon bun for you.
So sorry and all my condolences. I miss you Michael.
Sorry to hear of Michael’s passing.
My deepest sympathies to the family at this difficult time.
Michael always brought a smile to my face when he came to visit. I will always remember his honest opinions, and conversations that had us both laughing. Michael was an amazing man, and will be missed dearly. My deepest condolences to the family. So sorry for your loss.
Our sincere condolences to the family. He was a wonderful man., he will be greatly missed.
So sorry to hear about Michael…our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear about Michael..our thoughts and prayers are with you.