I have known a lot of good people. Mike was not one of them...he was one of the BEST people. I worked with him and for him (at CFPD and the police academy), and he was really good at police work: he knew what he was doing, doing what he said he would do, and making sure it was completely done.  His work ethic was very admirable, yet the quality I truly admired was he genuinely cared about the people around him. 

Sandi, Mel, Steve...words cannot express our sincerest condolences. Not a day has gone by that I haven't stared to the Heavens in disbelief. Mike will always be in our hearts...as you will always be in our prayers.

I was very shocked and saddened to learn of Mike's untimely passing. Met him when I started at  CFFD .  Always glad when Mike would show up on scene or stop by the station.  Also  great to see him around after I left. Good cop and a good man.  Very sorry for family and friends dealing with this great loss.  Deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers.

Rick Henkel

So sorry for your loss Melanie.  I talked to your dad when we were visiting Bryan and I was walking Gracie.  Your dad was outside washing the car and I enjoyed talking to him. 

Sandi, Mel & Steve ~

We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and dad.  Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.  May your cherished memories of him bring comfort during this time.

Ray & Marsha Yanok  

Mike will be surely missed. Men of his character & integrity are  rare these days. I had the privilage to know Mike from about 1985 on & worked part time with him in the90s. My sincerest condolences to his wife & children.

Dear Sandi,
My deepest sympathy and prayers  are for you and your family. I was really shocked when I heard about Michael’s death.  I only met him a couple of times at IHM,  but I feel really sad for you, even knowing that he is at peace. 
May you find consolation in also knowing this. 
                                                                                                        Sincerely,
                                                                                                         Joanne

Dear Sandy Mel and Steven,
Tom and I are so sorry to hear of  Mikes passing  . Even though we have not seen each other in many years often we  reminisce about the good times we had when our children were in school together at IHM those were some of the best days !!!! Not only did our children make life long friends but we did as well 
We will ALWAYS be here for you and the kids if and when you ever need any thing lol    God bless you all and may he give you strength and guidance in the hard days ahead 
Love Tom and Lisa Testa

Gay family and friends may God grant all of you with a speedy healing. I worked with Lt.Gay for 20 years as a Reserve Officer with the Cuyahoga Falls Police Department. He was always a fair person to work with.


Sandi, Melanie and Steve. My heart is just sick for you all.  Mike was a great and true friend from middle school, thru college. I remember playing tennis and our matches were a battle, both hating to loose. He always wanted to be a policeman, even in middle school. I’m glad he was able to fulfill his dream.  I know his family was the most important thing in his life, he was just that kind of guy. I wish I could be there for the send off but I’m am attending another family funeral in Chicago this weekend for my wife Mary’s cousin. My thoughts and prayers will be with you throughout this difficult time. There is just too much of this going on. 

Mike and I went through junior high, high school and even college together. Later we worked together.  Mike was a great person, a great boss and an even better friend. Mike, I love you and you will be truly missed. We are all better for having known you. Sandy, Mel and Steve, we are so very sorry for your loss. We love you all.

To Sandi, Mel and Steven, 
My heart aches to here the passing of Mike. Mike was an amazing man and had a heart of gold. He loved his family dearly. I am so sorry I am in Florida and will not be there for you. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Sandi I will contact you when I get back. 
Love 
Terri Nairne

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Michael Gay

July 6, 1956 – December 11, 2021

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