It marks 3 years since you were taken from us . 3 years that you’re forever young . 3 long hard years. Not a day goes by that I don’t grieve over losing you.  I miss you so much michael. I miss your mom too. I wish things were different and I don’t have to write one of these everytime I’m sad . Just about every day really . I hope heaven is treating you right. Your memory will stay alive with me -cheyenne

I chose one of the most horrible photos but this one has a thousand words too . Lol . 
(Little backstory:) 
This photo was on my 13th birthday which included me Michael in blue and my brother next to me but this is also one of my weakest moments of my life , one of the most traumatic honestly. I won’t go into detail here but the friends I have now will know what I mean if they see this but anyway , I had a zombie themed birthday party (big call of duty fan that’s where that came from) and you are one of the few people who actually came and celebrated with me , you made it so special , you also told me the plans you had for the future and how you wouldn’t ever leave me in the dust , that you’d always have my back , that one day we would be living together as roommates (Michael was planning to move in with me in December the year he passed.. 😭) we were in 7th grade that year , which was one crazy year at lake gibson . You made each and every day better . You helped me become a better me .  i will always remember us telling your mom “cheys gotta go to the same school as me” and that’s when Dave and Melissa made the decision of you going to teneroc . You were my partner in crime dude . It’s just crazy that’s it’s been a year and it feels like yesterday that I had to say see you later … I always listen to your favorite songs and play your fav games on Xbox and PlayStation just to feel a little bit closer to you . I keep telling myself momma wanted you to be with her and she got you now … you’re safe now.
Michael , you are very loved and very missed . You’re never forgotten . I will always remember to text your accounts everyday , and listen to the videos I have to remember your voice . . You were gone to young but thank you for being the best little brother to me ... blood doesn’t always make you family but growing up with you and your family was impacting , I couldn’t of made it without you . I love you so much michael  . 

Until we see each other again … 🕊❤️

I have so much to say but it’s like the words won’t come out, I love you. I loved you every single day I loved your eyes and your smile and your laugh, you made me so beyond happy, you were my best friend and my whole heart, growing up with you was the best opportunity I have ever been given, you made me feel beautiful and loved, and safe and cared about, you showed me what family is and I will hold you in my heart forever. Every promise was special with you, thank you for everything Mikey. I love you always. 

Michael was a very loved cousin by me. We got closer and closer because of my civic. He laid eyes on it and automatically wanted one he fell in love with it. Which is what made him buy his first civic. I remember taking him to the races with me and running from the cops just to make it to the next spot to watch some races and drifting. It made his night and got him to want to build something similar. An then Kayaking down the springs together freezing our asses off jumping off trees into the water living like it was our last day. But that morning i got the call that he passed my heart shattered i didnt believe it an i still do not believe it. But now i have already started to build the civic and in the middle of painting it will soon be a direct replica of his car. Im trying to be at ease with this and it isnt easy and i truly miss you and love you so much. We will meet again and race each other like we always planned. I love you michael watch over us 

He was one hell of a good kid , I wish I had spend more time with him . I think he only ever spent the night at my house twice. He will be missed by all.

Hey papa's man. I don't know where to begin or what to really say. My heart has been broken forever and life will never be the same without you.  We have so many memories that will forever be with me.  Just be sure that I will watch over your Nana here on earth while you watch over her with your momma from heaven.  We love and miss you very much.  Fly high and RIP Nana and papa's #1 Grandson.  You will forever be in our hearts.  Until we see you again.  Nana and Papa love you.  

Michael I am really going to miss you. You were such an amazing young man . I am so proud of you  and proud to call you my nephew take care of your mom up there and keep watching over us especially your Nana and Papa we are all going to miss you 😢 

I’m very sad that at the moment I can’t think of many memories with Michael but I know we always had fun together but I do remember the  manikin head video and how much it made me laugh i also remember when we were all in New York for TJ’s graduation party and that he and Ethan kept keeping my phone away from me. I had so much fun that day. I’m gonna really miss our hugs I almost always gave  him the biggest of bear hugs to the point that I would break his back, only made exceptions when his back hurt. It’s hard to believe that I’ll never see him again but I know that he’s happy with aunt missy in heaven and he no longer feels any pain, I know  that he knows that we all loved him so so much and that we miss him with all our hearts and will miss him for the rest of our lives until we get to see him again.  We love you Michael forever and always. 

Michael you have always been special to so many people. I will always treasure the short time we got to spend with you. You will never be forgotten. 

You were so much smaller than all the rest 
But not your heart - that was the best! ❤️

Fly high Michael- love you! 

Micheal you were a good kid. I was never close to you but you where a good friend to me when we had math class together.You always asked if i had beef stick because i swear you, jordan,and charlie always was eating those things lol ive told you that one day you would turn into beef stick..I'm  sorry you where taken so soon but im glad your up there with your mom now in a better place watching over everyone you love. Rest easy my dude your missed dearly ❤  

Hey it's Catherine I remember when u use to make sure Me and my friend was ok u was so well known at tenoroc I didn't know u that well but I wished we had more time to get to know each other is miss you buddy rest in peace. 

Hi bubba this is sissy I just want you to know I love you so much baby boy I will never ever be able to live this down I can’t believe my baby brother is gone we were just talking about how when you come back you were gonna play with the kids an just spend time with us you were such a amazing brother to me I will always love you unconditionally I hope your in heaven an know how much you were loved i love you 
Big sissy kayla

Michael you will always be remembered as a sweetheart. I remember fondly when you were just a baby and a very special man dressed as Santa Claus came over to see you. I can picture your mom waiting for you at the pearly gates to give you the biggest hug and kiss and it's comforting to know you are together again. You will be missed dearly. Thank you for bringing so much love and joy to our family. 

I don’t even know what to say, other than I’m so sorry that we didn’t get longer. Your spot is still open in the wedding, no one is going to take your place. Thank you for being one of my first real friends when I got back to Florida. I love you forever Michael, we all do. 🖤

There’s so many amazing memories i could write in here about him but we’ll be here for a while so imma just talk about one of my favorite memories. I remember after our 16th birthday I asked to come over because I wanted to surprise him with silly string and he was like “yeah”, so I got dressed and walked over to next door and I remember saying to him “look what i got” and he looked up and looked at me like I was crazy but he looked at me and said “screw it” and we both grab one quickly and just started spraying eachother non stop. We literally was chasing eachother for hours. He straight up won, I was covered in silly sting and I mean covered. He had to give me a t-shirt and a pair of his gym shorts which i still do have. Gosh, Imma miss you so much Michael. I will Forever and always love you and you’ll forever be my family<3

Im not good at things like this , I'm at a loss of words , we was supposed to go cruising this weekend , but now I'm attending your funeral 😔 You were taken so young you didnt deserve this but I know now you're  in a better place and you're with your mom. I'm gonna miss being able to get on the game and see you on.  We all gonna miss you , Rest Easy Bro tell Reece What's up for me. LLM 🕊

Michael you impacted every life you came in contact with.  You were such a blessing to grandpa Andy and I.  When you came to NY for visits, your dad, Barry, was gracious to share his time with you so we could spend time with you as well.  Every time you left the house seemed so empty till your next visit.  We have many fond memories from your canoeing expedition with Grandpa Andy where I had to come get you both.  Memories of bison games where you could have received a few fly balls but sat in a lower section due to my fears of heights.  Memories of eating at Applebee's, watching movies and shopping. But most of all the love we had for you.  You meant so much to us.  Though we are crushed and have so many broken pieces, we know someday we will meet again. We loved you dearly.


Michael,
I will cherish every memory we have of you forever. From holding you in the hospital when you were born, to all our family get togethers, and weekends when you got to come stay with us. You were so strong, good-hearted, loving, and fun. You brought so much joy to so many lives. When your mom passed away I wanted to hold you tight and never let you go, but Mom and Dad needed you more. Uncle Chris and I thought the world of you and would have done anything for you. I was looking forward to you coming back from NY so we could hang out, catch up, and hit up some roller coasters. We wanted so much more for you in this life. I can't believe your gone. It hurts so bad. I know you'll watch over us all and you'll always be in our hearts, but I just want you back. I want to hear your laugh and you wrestling with the boys. You were so good with them. They will miss you dearly. I hope that you're walking hand in hand with Melissa and that you both are at peace. We love you Michael and we will forever miss you.
Love Always~ Aunt Lee, Uncle Chris, Jackson, and Cameron

Honestly I don’t know where to start.. I moved to Florida towards the end of our 7th grade year and met you. You were my first guy best friend here and my first “love” here.  We shared such a special bond. I’ll never forget any of our memories and I’ll definitely never forget your laugh as it keeps replaying in my head😞 Michael you were going to do great things in your life and your beautiful mom was going to watch over you and help any way she could. I know you got greeted at the gates by so many beautiful souls but it was just too soon.. We used to talk when we were together about how many kids we wanted (together or not) and it hurts knowing you won’t be here to ever meet my future kids but I promise they will know about you. Michael Joseph I love you forever & ever and I’m so grateful I got to have you for the little time I did in my life. Hug momma for me😭 Rest easy and watch over us especially Friday as we lay you to rest❤️🕊😞 (also I’ll have a stuffed turtle for you Friday🐢💔) 

Our dearest Michael. 
Papa and Nana are at a loss for words.. can you believe that. Nana lost for words.. we are so blessed that, when you went out the back door for work your last words to us were, I love you Papa, I love you Nana...
Nana watches the back door, and waits for you to come home from work. I know you are with your mother.  That is the only comfort we have.  We are so proud of you and the person you were becoming.  You were just starting your adult life... We miss you soooooo much.... We love you from the East to the West, North to the South, and everywhere in between... our lives will never be the same without you here with us...we are so empty and lost... 😭😭💔💔

I have no idea were i should start.. you were someone i could connect with on a different level, you helped me through all the rough times i had! You were the person i leaned on, we helped each other through something so big and we built a very special bond! You meant so much to me! You took on a big responsibility and you didnt have to. I am so glad i was able to be apart of your life you will always be in my heart! I will always cherish our memories I love you and miss you with all my heart! 

Michael, you were my best friend man we did everything together you and your family treated me like family. You got me through so much in life, I was there when your mom passed away and when my dad was gone you were there. I’ll always cherish every single memory we’ve had together, there’s so much I never got to tell you bro. I’ll always love you, I hope your living it up with your mom. Forever in my heart bro😭💔

Even though i barely knew you . you always been a good friend and you will be truly missed. I am dedicating the song :  See you again by wiz Kahalifa featuring Charles Puth.
I am going to miss you . rest in peace Michael . 👼❤ 

Michael you will never know how much you were loved. You were so   Thoughtful and caring to Grandma and Grandpa Yousett and they loved you more than anything. Knobby and Peanut will miss giving you sleigh rides in winter and raking hay in summer. Most of all I will miss you helping me tap maple trees and gather maple sap. 

You were a very special young man. You took on a responsibility for a child that you didnt have to. You were an awesome dad to Zander and would have been an awesome dad to Rosie too. You and Tabytha bonded over the worst thing a child can go through and that bond will never be broken. Even though things didnt work out you became a great big brother to my other daughter Miranda and asked about Zander every day. You also came over a few times to see Rosie. You will always be a big part of our family. I am so proud of all your accomplishments. You will be deeply missed. We can at least take comfort that you and your mom are together watching over all those that you love. 

My daughter helped you through loosing your mom and you helped her through loosing her dad. You were both very strong young people. Rest in Peace as we all keep you in our heart. 

I don’t know where to start or how to say this Becuase I’m still in shock but you will always be my brother , my rock, my go to . I still message you everyday like we do . And I still have the notes you left in my notebook before you left saying “i love you sis” or “keep your head up” . You were gone to young but thank you for being the best brother to me ... blood doesn’t always make you family but growing up with you was amazing . I love you so much bro ... til we see each other again 👼🏻🥺❤️

Michael was my best friend my future husband my everything... we planned so much together and we was on our way to that path... I love you so much.. you helped me threw so much and you always made me smile.. we was together every day every night every second... I miss you with all my heart sweet baby boy.. you wanted a farm house and two kids.. you wanted to marry me just like I did you.. I promise I’m going to make some of that happen.. Ik you’ll always be with me tho.. I’ll forever have a guardian angel.. ❤️ Forever and always 1/1/19 🤞🏼

Micheal is going to be missed so much .he was like a son to me and was a great best friend and brother to Cheyenne and Eric. He knew how make people laugh and he was a good listener and life saver to all of us.  He will always be in our hearts, soul, memories, never forgotten . Heaven gained angel that night. Micheal please watch over all of us. We love you and going to miss you each and everyday. Fly high .  👼❤

OBITUARY

Michael Joseph Yousett

February 16, 2002 – November 1, 2020

Ott-Laughlin Funeral Home & Glen Abbey Memorial Gardens

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