In loving memory of Michael C. Eichler,  born in Englewood, New Jersey on November 12, 1981 and passed away on September 24, 2006 at the age of 24. Michael was 1 1/2 months shy of his 25th birthday when he died; Our lives will never be the same without him. We miss him terribly, but we thank God every day for giving us 24 wonderful years with him. It was an honor to have him as my nephew. We will love him and remember him forever and always, and he will live on in our hearts forever! Words can't begin to describe Michael and the the man he grew to be. He touched so many lives in so many ways! Though he was taken from us far too soon, his memory will live on with each passing day. 



First I would like to thank the thousands of people who have been to this site, from everyone in Mikes family who come everyday to those who did not know him and still show him love!
I hope to have twice as many visotor's soon! I also want to ask all Mikes friends (in case you don't see the post my neice left) Please, please do not leave any more cigarette packs or empty coffee cups etc. at Mikes grave. We know he liked to smoke, and he loved his coffee but my sister is working very hard to keep his grave beautiful! Please help her do this, for Mike also. Leave flowers, or a nice letter instead....Thank you so much from Mikes family!











Michael on Grandma's deck...This is where you belong, you loved being with the family, we miss you so very much!!! 


To My Dearest Family:
Some things I'd like to say
but first of all to let you know
that I arrived okay
I'm writing this from Heaven
where I dwell with God above
where there's no more tears
or sadness there
is just eternal love
Please do not be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight
remember that I'm with you
every morning, noon and night
That day I had to leave you
when my life on Earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said I welcome you
It's good to have you back again
you were missed while you were gone
as for your dearest family
they'll be here later on
I need you here so badly
as part of My big plan
there's so much that we have to do
to help our mortal man
Then God gave me a list of things
He wished for me to do
and foremost on that list of mine
is to watch and care for you
And I will be beside you
every day and week and year
and when you're sad
I'm standing there
to wipe away the tear
And when you lie in bed at night
the days chores put to flight
God and I are closest to you
in the middle of the night
When you think of my life on Earth
and all those loving years
because you're only human
they are bound to bring you tears
But do not be afraid to cry
it does relieve the pain
remember there would be no flowers
unless there was some rain
I wish that I could tell you
of all that God has planned
but if I were to tell you
you wouldn't understand
But one thing is for certain
though my life on Earth is o're
I am closer to you now
than I ever was before
And to my very many friends
trust God knows what is best
I'm still not far away from you
I'm just beyond the crest
There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb
but together we can do it
taking one day at a time
It was always my philosophy
and I'd like it for you too
that as you give unto the World
so the World will give to you
If you can help somebody
who is in sorrow or in pain
then you can say to God at night
my day was not in vain
And now I am contented
that my life it was worthwhile
knowing as I passed along the way
I made somebody smile
So if you meet somebody
who is down and feeling low
just lend a hand to pick him up
as on your way you go
When you are walking
down the street
and you've got me on your mind
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind
And when you feel the gentle breeze
or the wind upon your face
that's me giving you a great big hug
or just a soft embrace
And when it's time for you to go
from that body to be free
remember you're not going
you are coming here to me
And I will always love you
from that land way up above
Will be in touch again soon
P.S. God sends His Love




Gone yet not forgotten,
although we are apart,
your spirit lives within me,
forever in my heart.

































~~Michael was taken from us on Sept. 24, 2006. When Mike woke up that morning he wasn't feeling to well so he took some cold medicine to help make himself feel a little better. Mike went downstairs in his apartment to the bathroom, and apporoximately 20 minutes later his roomate and friend got a little concerned because they didn't hear any noise or anything from him, so they began to knock on the door. Mike did not respond. They were able to get the door open, but Mike was already gone. The Medical examiner said that what happened to Mike could have happened to anyone no matter what age they were, and that it is so rare, there is a 1 in 100 million chance of it happening. When Michael took the cold medicine it created a temporary weakness in his heart muscle, in turn this caused his heart to skip a beat, and then his heart began to flutter. Eventually his heart stopped. Due to the cold medicine his heart was not strong enough to recover from this.The only peace I can find in all of this is that the medical examiner also stated he did not feel any pain, and he was gone before he even hit the floor, it was instant. There was nothing anyone could have done to prevent this from happening & the only thing we can do is accept Gods will, and try and believe it was just his time.~~








































If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I would walk right up to heaven to bring you home again.
No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye.
You were gone before I knew it, and only God knows why.
My heart still aches in sadness, and secret tears will flow. What it meant to lose you no one will ever know.
You and angels surround Gods happy throne, 
I would have held you closer if I had only known.











I'm Everywhere 

Please don't mourn for me I'm still here,
though you don't see I'm right by your
side each night and day
And within your heart I long to stay
My body is gone but I'm always near
I'm everything you feel, see or hear
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart
As long as you keep me alive in your heart
I'll never wander out of your sight
I'm the brightest star on a summer night
I'll never be beyond your reach
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach
I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around
And the pure white snow that blankets the ground
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond
The clear cool water in a quiet pond
I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in spring
The first warm raindrop that April will bring
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine
And you'll see that the face in the moon is mine
When you start thinking there's no one to love you
You can talk to me through the Lord above you
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees
And you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze
I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
And the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep
I'm the smile you see on a baby's face
Just look for me, I'm everyplace... 


















He is Gone
You can shed tears that he is gone,
Or you can smile because he lived,
You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back,
Or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left.

Your heart can be empty because you can't see him
Or you can be full of the love that you shared,
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday,
Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.

You can remember him and only that he is gone
Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on,
You can cry and close your mind be empty and turn your
back,
Or you can do what he would want: smile, open your eyes,
love and go on. 


























Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free!
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard him call,
I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.

Tasks left undone, must stay that way,
I found peace at close of day.

If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy!
A love shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah yes! These things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I've savoured much
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.

Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, he set me free.








I just want to say

To everyone who visits Mikes page, please continue to light candles to show your love and support...