Michael Sleeth
November 08, 2007
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Michael Sleeth, 45, along with his brother Cory died Friday, November 9, 2007 in Cass County, Minnesota from injuries sustained in an auto accident. Joint funeral services will be 2pm Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home with burial following at Avon Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, from 4-7pm at the funeral home.
Michael was born June 7, 1962 to Monika and Gilbert Sleeth. Michael was a great outdoorsman enjoying fishing, hunting, camping and especially loved spending time with his family.
Michael is survived by his wife of 25 years Teresa; his sons Justin (Abby) Sleeth, Jacob (Mandy) Sleeth; his daughter Jayde Sleeth; his grandson Paul Sleeth; his father Gilbert Sleeth; his sister Brigitte Sleeth; his grandmother Olive Sleeth; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law Larry and Sally Smith. He was preceded in death by his mother Monika Sleeth; grandfather Lloyd Sleeth and his grandparents from Germany.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Michael.
Shawn Carnahan
05/29/2013
I remember Mike as the quiet guy in class who was friendly to everyone and very respectful. One day, the teacher played a commercial and said he would give extra credit to the first person who could identify the narrator's voice. Mike was the only one who knew Ricardo Montalban. Great kid! Condolences to his family and friends. So sad to hear this.
Maureen Perrine
11/13/2007
Teresa
I am so sorry for you loss. I wanted to come to the viewing and read it wrong. I thought the viewing was tonight. I remember when you and Mike would come into the Jim-N-I when I owned it. I always thought you guys made such a nice couple. Mike and his brother came over and put the roof on my garage. I had no idea who you parents were but I know them as well. You see my Uncle is Bruce Dixon and I am the youngest daughter of Phyllis Dixon Dougherty. I really don't know what else to say accept that I am sorry for your loss.
God Bless
Maureen
Mindie (Mealey) Hommer
11/13/2007
I did not know Mike but I knew his wife Teresa she used to babysit me and my brother Todd (she was the best babysitter). I wanted to tell her how very sorry I am for the tragic loss of her husband I can't imagine the grief you and your family must have right now. I will remember you and your family in my prayers and I know that God will get you through it.
God Bless You!
Mindie (Mealey) Hommer
Tiara Bales
11/11/2007
I heard this just last week at a funeral and thought how fiting it really is,
LIFE BETWEEN THE DASH
I read of a man who stood to speak
at the funeral of a friend.
He referred to the dates on his tombstone
from the beginning...to the end.
He noted that first came his date of birth
and spoke the following date with tears,
but he said what mattered most of all
was the dash between those years. (1962 -2007)
For that dash represents all the time
that he spent alive on earth...
and now only those who loved him
know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not, how much we own;
the cars...the house...the cash,
what matters is how we live and love
and how we spend our dash.
So think about this long and hard...
are there things you'd like to change?
For you never know how much time is left,
that can still be rearranged.
If we could just slow down enough
to consider what's true and real,
and always try to understand
the way other people feel.
And be less quick to anger,
and show appreciation more
and love the people in our lives
like we've never loved before.
If we treat each other with respect,
and more often wear a smile...
remembering that this special dash
might only last a little while.
So, when your eulogy's being read
with your life's actions to rehash...
would you be proud of the things they say
about how you spent your dash?
Copyright by Linda Ellis
Mike was like a brother I never had. I knew If I ever needed anything I could count on him. Mike truley lived his dash and was a great father husband brother cousin etc. He will be missed greatly.I love you all and my heart truley is very sad. We lost two great guys. My love to everyone Tresea, Justin, Jacob, Jayde,Uncle Gilbert, and Bridgette If you need me I am here.
Love,
Tiara
Lori Tassin
11/12/2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The Sleeth family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Glenda Davis and Family
11/12/2007
Gilbert, Theresa and family,
Many years ago when I babysat Mike, I knew he would always be my special buddy. He had love and concern in his heart for everyone he came into contact with. I remember how he was always so helpful with Brigitte and how he always made us both laugh. He some how always made the evenings go faster.
I have seen him grow into a fine man with a great and loving family. At our last family reunion we talked about how proud he was of his wife and children. About how he was looking forward to seeing the boys start their own families and not looking forward to Jayde dating. Isn't that typical of the Sleeth men? They are so protective and never want their little girls to grow up.
Theresa, you have been such a wonderful mate for Mike and I appreciate the joy you brought into his life. It was a blessing to see him happy.
Please know that Tommy and I are praying for each of you to have comfort in this time of sorrow and that we are here for you.
Our deepest sympathy, Glenda and family