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CONDOLENCES (GuestBook)

4/9/2020 Jerry Vig
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A loss of a dear friend and a sweet gentle guy. Was one of the best the best people I know. It’s been many years but he always stayed in touch. He will be missed.

4/9/2020 Tom Callahan
Cohasset , MA, US
My condolences to Maya. He was a great friend and will be missed. Go BU.

4/9/2020 Dudley Smith and Sharon Parry
Raleigh, NC, United States
Our deepest condolences. —Dudley & Sharon

4/9/2020 Mary Fetcho
Milford , CT,
So sorry to hear about Michael. Talked to him last year when he was in CT and he looked and sounded great! My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

4/9/2020 Stephen Bellis
Shelton, CT,
Mike had an amazing memory and was well read. He had great stories. I would not see Mike for awhile and when we finally spoke or got together it was like we didn’t miss a beat. A truly good friend. I know he loved Maya.

4/10/2020 Rusty Fetcho
MILFORD, CT, United States
Baby Micheal..He hated that name,but he was the youngest of the cousins..I used to torture him with that namesake..Recently he reminded me of being the oldest living male Fetcho. He got back @ me..I loved him like a younger Brother..Im Heartbroken..Godspeed Cous...

4/10/2020 Laurie Martinelli
Boston , MA, US
I am so sorry to learn of Michael’s passing. I worked at Nami Mass for many years and worked closely w Michael there. He joined the NAMI Mass board where he was an enthusiastic and engaged board member. Michael always was eager to learn more and help wherever he could. He was a bright light w strong commitment to NAMI staff, fellow board members, and members. Michael was a positive force for all. He will be missed. RIP

4/10/2020 Karen Gromis
Lynn, MA, United States
Maya -- All of us at NAMI Mass felt close to Michael because he was so warm and welcoming. He was our champion and always made us feel special. I personally will miss our conversations and have always felt lucky to know him over these past nine years. I learned a lot from him as our organization's chief fundraiser. I know he considered me a friend as well and I cherished that fact. I was devastated by this sudden loss of a dear friend and colleague. My deepest condolences...We all know how proud he was of you and how much he loved you.. I hope you draw comfort from our experiences with your father and your personal memories...

4/10/2020 Howard Trachtman
Waltham, MA,
Michael Fetcho was a great friend to me and all who he met. I have great memories of activities we have done together and phone conversations that we had. Michael had a great sense of humor and you could see it in his emails and texts. I will miss him very much. All my sympathies are with Maya and her mom and all of his family. I wanted to share verbatim what I said at a NAMI Massachusetts state convention I believe in 2013 when I presented him with the Karl Ackerman award. I remember Anne Whitman introducing me to Michael Fetcho for the first time. While Anne always introduces me to people who will turn into excellant leaders, I could see right away that Michael was destined to be active and successful in NAMI. Michael and Karl Ackerman had the same passion for systems change in the mental health system and both gave so generously of their valuable time as volunteers as well. Immediately, I tapped Michael to serve on the NAMI GBCAN board of directors and he has served with distinction continuously since then and been a great resource and support for both myself and GBCAN. This has led to him serving on the new NAMI Boston board of directors as well. Michael has a wealth of experience in development and has held executive level positions in both the hotel and non-profit industries, so it was easy to mentor him in the peer movement and in his newer role as Massachusetts Alternate to the NAMI National Consumer Council. Michael is a quick learner and like Karl Ackerman he became a great friend as well (thanks for the concert and Red Sox tickets). He became an In Our Voice presenter and has done 50 presentations. From having done some IOOV presentations together I assure you Michael has a powerful story to tell and I know of audience members who have sought treatment after hearing Michael speak. I also know that Michael has a large rolodex and has raised significant money for the walk. In summary, Michael is a tireless passionate advocate, a supportive friend, and a beacon of hope to live the best life possible. Michael sincerely cares for other's wellbeing by visiting peers struggling in the community and in hospitals. He is magnanimous and personally donated many tickets for NAMI's first Valentine's Day dance. Michael's recovery story instills hope for today's youth, police officers, peers and family members. Michael is a change agent whose efforts have improved the mental health system. As a past recipient of the NAMI Consumer of the Year award in 2003, I can think of no one more deserving to receive the Karl Ackerman Peer award than Michael Fetcho. Howard D. Trachtman, BS, CPS, CPRP, COAPS NAMI Greater Boston Peer Support and Advocacy Network 776 Main Street #541481 Waltham, MA 02454-5448 (781) 642-0368

4/10/2020 Steve Rosenfeld
Jamaica Plain, MA, USA
Michael was a dear friend. We came onto the NAMI Mass. Board in the same year. That’s how we met. In all the years since, right up until two weeks ago, his words of support, his heartfelt advice and his devotion to the cause of mental health recovery were uniquely Fetchoesque. The one Celtics game that we attended together, it became clear to my son Sam and me that we should never go with him again. He just knew so much about basketball, and all sports, he was out of our league. Kidding. His last email was about that next game, someday, we would all get to see together. It won’t happen. That and a thousand other gestures of friendship the won’t happen make me very sad.

4/10/2020 Joanne Grady Savard
Duxbury , MA, United states of America
I am so sorry to hear of Michaels passing. I have served on the NAMi Board for only 2 short years with Michael and his foot print on the work of NAMI is deep and everlasting! He was a true friend - loyal, supportive and only wanted the BEST for others. Let’s let his memory live through all Of our “acts of kindness” .... blessings to his daughter and family.

4/10/2020 Donna Palenchar
Fairfield , CT,
To Michael's Family: I am a childhood friend of Mike's his passing leaves my heart broken. He was such a sweet guy. Pure gentleman. He was often thought about and sincerely will be missed by many. Rest well my friend.

4/10/2020 Monica Luke
Somerville, MA, US
My thoughts are with all of Michael's family and friends. As a colleague on the NAMI Mass board, Michael was always ready with support, ideas, empathy and a smile. I was honored to also call him a friend and I will miss him.

4/10/2020 Deborah Shields
Boston, MA, US
He was a deeply kind, funny and warm man. a true supporter and friend. He will be deeply missed. Many condolences to his daughter and other family members. May you find comfort and solace during this time. Deborah

4/10/2020 Donna Anderson
, CT,
To Michael's Family: I have known Michael since grammar school. I hadn't kept in touch but did reconnect with him several years ago, at one of our reunions: he gladly took a photo with me; as I attempted to get most of my grade school classmates together. I remember we had to perform in a play in 6th grade, and we both had lead roles; it was a lot of fun. As I read the guestbook, I am not surprised by all that he had accomplished, he was always very smart. I was sad to hearing of his passing, our class has lost a lot of class mates. May prayers and sympathy be with his family at this time.

4/10/2020 Ewa Pytowska
Roslindale, MA,
Michael, you are missed by many of us in the NAMI MA community. I cherish memories of the times we worked together. Rest in Peace.

4/10/2020 Roy J Lynch
Boston , MA, United States
On behalf of my wife Monica and our family, we offer our sincerest condolences.

4/11/2020 Gail (Doherty) & Darrell Bradley
Brockville, Ontario, , canada
Maya, Please accept our sincere condolences. Throughout the past years, I've heard wonderful stories from my family about your father and about you too. My mother, Joan Yenull Doherty, was his first cousin and I can see from his picture that they shared the same warm brown eyes. He loved you to the moon and back. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

4/11/2020 Caroline Stearns
Topeka, KS,
My thoughts and prayers are with you both during your time of grief and sorrow. Peace be with you both. XO Caroline.

4/11/2020 Maryann (Fetcho) Betts
Shelton, CT, USA
Maya, I was heartbroken to hear of the loss of your father. He was so proud of you and would keep "us cousins" up-to-date on special events in your life. I enjoyed his funny or family-oriented emails and especially when he showed his spiritual side. Michael was a very special person and will be greatly missed. He'll be remembered in my prayers!

4/11/2020 Michael Molyneux
Westwood, MA, United States
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Mike's death. He was a good friend to me and once showed me how to redo my resume, to great advantage. He and I shared an interest in mental-health issues, and through NAMI and other avenues, he made a great contribution in that area. Maya, you should be very proud of your dad. Is there any charity to which we could make a contribution in his memory?

4/11/2020 Steven Brener
Edgewater , NJ, United States
Miss you Michael. Can’t believe it. One of the best friends and people one could ever hope to know.

4/12/2020 Dana Cervone
Branford, CT, Usa
I was so sad to hear this terrible news, my deepest condolences to you Maya. I grew up next to your father and his amazing parents. Michael was a dear friend to my brothers and family, he was a kind and gentle man. This is a terrible loss.

4/12/2020 Matthew Aspen
Seekonk , Massachusetts , U.S.A.
The United States Military POW Flag indicates All Gave Some, Some Gave All. Michael gave all, all the time. The highest duty one can offer. His time to leave us here on Earth came where his tremendous life-effort to offer his help and love concluded to depart for an even greater mission. One even more needed and precious than the first one he was given with all of us here at home and he will never be forgotten.

4/12/2020 Elizabeth Salmon
Dudley, MA, United States
Maya, your Dad was so proud of you, and mentioned you so often back when we worked together in the '90's that I felt as though I knew you, too. He was a good man, supportive and loyal to his staff and always with the best interests of others in the forefront of everything he did. His passing feels like a spark of light has gone out, but I know that the ripples of his many good deeds will continue to spread amongst and beyond those who knew him. My condolences to you and your family.

4/12/2020 Lewis ware
Westwood , MA,
Michael was a great friend of mine for roughly 30 years. Our friendship began in the late eighties when we worked together at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel. He will be missed very much!

4/12/2020 Joseph Feaster
Stoughton, MA, United States
I am deeply saddened by Michael's passing?? We became friends while serving on Boston NAMI board. We spoke recently about getting together after the virus lifted! Michael was a great committed spirit who will be missed. May he Rest In Peace ????

4/12/2020 Ian McGugan
Orangeville, AZ, Canada
Great to know you Mike. We had some fun together at BU

4/13/2020 Genna Robbins
Sharon, MA,
Maya, please accept my condolences. Michael was such a sweet, smart friend, loyal and a lot of fun. He was so proud of you and spoke of you always.

4/13/2020 Jane Martin
Cambridge , MA,
Enjoyed working with Michael on the NAMI Mass Board. What a nice helpful person, and devoted father to his daughter. He is missed.

4/13/2020 Jason Kazimer
Wallingford, CT, Usa
Dearest Cousin Michael you will be missed.Rest in peace. With Sympathy Jason & Kristine Kazimer and family

4/15/2020 Jeffrey Kazimer
wallingford, CT, United States
Michael my cousin, a peaceful intelligent soul, who lived lived his life for Maya, as my Aunt Mary lived her life for him. We didn't see each other often, but when we did it was with indepth and intellectual conversation. You will be missed. Jeffrey Kazimer

4/16/2020 Timothy Lee
Framingham, MA, United States
I knew Michael through Howard Trachtman and Bob Bund. He suggested that we get together from time to time for a "men's night out," and we had some memorable and enjoyable dinners and discussions. Michael was always very animated and friendly, and struck me as a very strong and dedicated advocate. May he rest in peace.

5/8/2020 Julianne Beauregard
Wakefield, MA, USA
Michael wanted to change the world for Maya – and he did. He wanted her to inherit a world that loved her and would support her through any struggles she has. The love he had for Maya made him brave, it rallied him, and gave him a special purpose and energy. It motivated him through years of efforts and actions and miles of Walks. Along the way, Mike changed attitudes and understanding, gave others strength for their journeys, and created a more compassionate world. We love you and miss you, Michael. Rest in peace, my friend.

5/8/2020 Julianne Beauregard
Wakefield, MA, USA
Michael wanted to change the world for Maya – and he did. He wanted her to inherit a world that loved her and would support her through any struggles she has. The love he had for Maya made him brave, it rallied him, and gave him a special purpose and energy. It motivated him through years of efforts and actions and miles of Walks. Along the way, Mike changed attitudes and understanding, gave others strength for their journeys, and created a more compassionate world. We love you and miss you, Michael. Rest in peace, my friend.

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