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Michael never are you forgotten. We love you! Please help my friend as she fights this dreaded disease. YOu were my source of strength. We love you and miss you!!
Taraneh
- Sunday, February 9, 2014 5:36 PM CST

Not a day goes by that I don't think of my Michael. His smile, his voice, his sense of humor, his love for food, Yankees, Rangers, Sandler, and Lego building. You are missed my angel. Forever in my heart.....
Sharon <Sharomano@aol.com>
Bayonne, Nj USA - Monday, September 23, 2013 11:42 PM CDT

Hi Sharon and Family,
Just wanted to let you know that Michael is thought of on his birthday and always. May it help to know that others are thinking of all of you on this beautiful yet difficult day! Love and Prayers to all,
Ann Kleinschmidt
Ann Kleinschmidt <annkleinschmidt@libertyresources.org>
Philadelphia, PA United States - Friday, June 8, 2012 10:59 AM CDT

Missing my sweet boy yesterday, today, tommorrow and all the days that lie ahead. Love ya buddy!
MOMMY
NJ usa - Monday, March 14, 2011 9:34 PM CDT

Thinking of you today Michael, and always...
Christine Cervellieri
West New York, NJ USA - Tuesday, December 14, 2010 1:13 PM CST

Michael will never be forgotten Sharon - he touched too many lives to ever have that happen!
Susan Beurskens
Howell, NJ USA - Thursday, October 21, 2010 9:15 PM CDT

Hi sharon,
i was just thinking of michael today. he is still in my prayers.
hope u are doing well.
love always, christine xo
Christine Charles <whalechuck@aol.com>
Hoboken, NJ - Saturday, October 9, 2010 8:19 PM CDT

Happy Birthday!
ada
- Tuesday, June 8, 2010 10:37 PM CDT

Thinking of all of you and will say a special prayer for Michael tomorrow. We love and miss him!
Susan Beurskens
Howell, NJ - Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:47 PM CDT

Happy 15th Birthday Michael!
I miss you so much!
Alexandra Capellini <AlCap95@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY United States - Wednesday, June 10, 2009 8:28 PM CDT

Happy 15th Birthday Michael! Always in our hearts.
Love,
Jen, Carolyn & Evan
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Monday, June 8, 2009 11:40 AM CDT

Thinking of all of you and wishing Michael a very Happy 15th Birthday!
Sue Beurskens
Howell, NJ - Monday, June 8, 2009 10:58 AM CDT

Dear Sharon ~ it was nice meeting you with Pat and Linda at the walk yesterday. As you shared your feelings about this year being harder than even previous years, the following story came to mind. I pray for you this Mother's Day. Love, Sylvia

TEARS ARE THE PROOF OF LIFE

"How long will the pain last?" a broken hearted mourner asked me.

"All the rest of your life," I answered truthfully.

No matter how many years pass, we remember. The loss of a loved one is like a major operation; part of us is removed, and we have a scar for the rest of our lives.

This doesn't mean that the pain continues at the same intensity. There is a short while, at first, when we hardly believe it. It is rather like when we have cut our hand, we see the blood flowing, but the pain has not yet set in. So when we are bereaved, there is a short while before the pain hits us. But when it does, it is massive in its effect. Grief is shattering.

Then the wound is healed, so to speak. The stitches are taken out....The scar is still there, and the scar tissue too. As the years go by, we manage, but the pain is still there, not far below the surface. We see a face that looks familiar, hear a voice that has echoes, see a photograph in someone's album, and it is as though the knife were in the wound again.

But not so painfully. And mixed with joy, too. Because remembering a happy time is not all sorrow; it brings back happiness with it.

"How long will the pain last?"

All the rest of your life.

But the thing to remember is that not only the pain will last, but the memories as well. Tears are the proof of life. The more love, the more tears. If this be true, than how could we ever ask that the pain cease altogether? For then the memory of love would go with it. The pain of grief is the price we pay for love.

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Sunday, May 10, 2009 3:31 PM CDT

Happy St. Patrick's Day Michael! I know it was your favorite...Whenenver I hear the Unicorn Song I think of you :0)
Denise A. Leonard <DROWSYGIRL@YAHOO.COM>
Bayonne, NJ USA - Monday, March 16, 2009 8:29 PM CDT

Hi Sharon & Anthony,

It's Alexandra. I hope all is well with you and you had a nice Valentine's Day. We love you guys so much, and we love Michael!
Alexandra Capellini <AlCap95@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Friday, February 20, 2009 12:52 AM CST

Wishing a very Merry Christmas to sweet Angel Michael and his wonderful family! You are in our thoughts and prayers every day...
With love, Denise, Jim, and Lucas
Bayonne, NJ USA - Wednesday, December 24, 2008 8:58 PM CST

Hi Sharon, Anthony and Frankie,

I hope you are doing well! I enjoyed seeing you at the NYC Marathon, and I was glad we were all there to support Gina Nichols running for Harrison! I hope Anthony's trombone lessons are going well! See you soon!
Alexandra <AlCap95@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Monday, December 1, 2008 1:41 PM CST

Sharon,

It was so great to see you on Sunday. Hope we can meet up sometime.

Love,
LInda, Pat and angel ryan (www.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc)
Long Island, NY usa - Wednesday, November 5, 2008 6:22 AM CST

Thinking of all of you and remembering Michael, especially today.
Susan Beurskens <suziedb@optonline.net>
Howell, NJ USA - Tuesday, October 21, 2008 9:50 PM CDT

On Columbus Day and always.....
Love, Denise, Jim, and Lucas <DROWSYGIRL@YAHOO.COM>
Bayonne, NJ usa - Sunday, October 12, 2008 2:05 PM CDT

Dear Sharon, I think of you all the time and I always think of your Michael up in heaven. He was such a joy to know. I hope all is well with you and your sons. take Care. Love,Lorene
Lorene Peyton <lpeyton24@gmail.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Wednesday, October 1, 2008 4:45 PM CDT

Hi Sharon,

I hope you are feeling well. I have been thinking of Michael lately and missing him a great deal. I know these are a tough few weeks for you. I think of Michael and you everyday and you are always in my family's prayers. I will see you soon at the Gala.
Alexandra Capellini <AlCap95@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Tuesday, September 30, 2008 9:06 PM CDT

Sharon, I don't know what made me look at your old journal entries tonight but I came across the essay your son wrote when he was in 11th grade. It was so moving and beautiful it was hard to believe someone so young could have written it. Unfortunately, though, he had lived more than most juniors in high school. How wonderful that it made him more sensitive and appreciative rather than bitter and angry. I've been reading your site for a long time and I remember how shocked I was that night when I read that Michael was gone. His smile was contagious and I wish I had known him. God bless your family.
beth reilly
havertown, pa - Friday, August 22, 2008 10:45 PM CDT

Hi Everyone! Just stopping by to say hello and let you know that we continue praying for you every night. Michael is never far from my thoughts, and of course everytime I hear anything about the Yankees, I think "What would Michael think"...Hope Anthony and Frankie are enjoying their summer vacations...Be well, hope to see you soon!
Love always, Denise, Jim, and Lucas <DROWSYGIRL@YAHOO.COM>
Bayonne, NJ USA - Thursday, July 31, 2008 9:04 PM CDT

Hi,

I too lost my Yankee fan, my best friend, my son. And I am so sorry for your loss. I wanted to make you aware (maybe again) about the Cure Childhood Cancer petition! The GREAT news is that CureSearch, LIVESTRONG and Alex’s Lemonade Stands have ALL written about the Petition on their websites! And TX Children’s and DUKE have both allowed us to setup paper versions inside the hospitals! WE ARE MAKING HEADWAY and are at over 11,000 signatures! But we need your help again. If you can please make your readers aware, email it around again, and give just a little publicity, I think we can make this happen!

Thanks again,
AJs Dad
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/CureChildhoodCancer

AJs Dad <ajsdad4227@gmail.com>
Wake Forest, NC - Sunday, July 27, 2008 7:40 AM CDT

I miss you so much Michael! My family and I celebrated your 14th birthday by having pasta with Romano cheese! You are in my family's hearts always.
Alexandra <AlCap95@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Monday, July 7, 2008 2:57 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Michael, We love you and miss you so much
Love
Joann, George, Chris, Brian and Joseph
Joann <My2boys0204@gmail.com>
Brick, nj - Sunday, June 8, 2008 10:49 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Michael, miss you and love you!
Elaine, Louie and family <Louieload@aol.com>
Spring Lake, NJ USA - Sunday, June 8, 2008 9:48 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Michael! We love you and miss you.
Jaclyn, Scott, & Alanna <RocksGrl84@aol.com>
Spring Lake Hts, NJ USA - Sunday, June 8, 2008 10:47 AM CDT

Happy Birthday Michael! I know you are with us in spirit and watching over us. We love and miss you!
Angela <ange1955@aol.com>
Bayonne, NJ USA - Sunday, June 8, 2008 7:35 AM CDT

Happy Birthday Michael! I know you are with us in spirit and watching over us. Love you!!!
Angela <ange1955@aol.com>
Bayonne, NJ USA - Sunday, June 8, 2008 7:28 AM CDT

Angel Michael,
Thinking of you today and always and wishing you a Happy Birthday up there in heaven. Forever my hero......
xoxoxo
The Ball and Chain
Marion <mas10n@aol.com>
New York, NY usa - Sunday, June 8, 2008 5:57 AM CDT

Sharon,

Just wanted to stop by and let you know we are thinking of you. I work in the Union Square area as does Pat. Let's meet up sometime soon.
Linda, Pat and Angel Ryan www.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc <padwik@yahoo.com>
Long Island, NY USA - Saturday, June 7, 2008 10:27 AM CDT

Guess who saw a ladybug today?!? Guess who I thought of first?!?
Love always, Denise, Jim, and Lucas <DROWSYGIRL@YAHOO.COM>
Bayonne, NJ USA - Monday, May 5, 2008 9:17 PM CDT

Michael's Family-
My name is Betsy and I am running the Nashville Music Marathon for Emily's Power for the Cure. I just wanted to let your family know, not only am I running for Emily I am running for Michael and every child with NB. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and Michael will not be forgetten.
Betsy <eashutters@comcast.net>
Chattanooga, TN USA - Wednesday, April 23, 2008 7:11 PM CDT

Just letting you know I think of your son a lot and how you are missing him so much. I don't know what it's like to loose a child, unbearable I am sure! Know he is out of pain and looking down on you!!
A Friend
NJ - Monday, March 31, 2008 3:55 PM CDT

Michael,
I'll bet you and Harrison are fishing up there today. I know you will look out for your buddy there, just as you always did when he was with us on earth. Although so many of us miss you both, there is comfort in knowing you two pals are together.
Much love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Tuesday, February 19, 2008 8:28 AM CST

To My Forever Sweetheart....I miss you so much Michael.
Happy Valentines Day!!!!
Mommy <Sharomano@aol.com>
Bayonne, NJ USA - Thursday, February 14, 2008 3:00 PM CST

Thinking of you during this difficult time. We will never forget Michael.

Love,
Linda, Pat and Angel Ryan www.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc <padwik@yahoo.com>
long island, NY usa - Monday, October 22, 2007 9:45 PM CDT

Sharon & Family
Just thinking of you at this time of the year. It's not easy, but know he is not in pain anymore & is with your dad. Words can never heal, only time. may God bless you all
a friend
bayonne, nj USA - Monday, October 22, 2007 6:30 AM CDT

Remembering Michael today and always.
Love to all,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Sunday, October 21, 2007 4:58 PM CDT

Thinking of you guys especially this time of year. When I've been feeling stressed and out of sorts the past few weeks, I've taken a moment to remember all that Michael showed us we could accomplish - you just get through it! I'll be saying some extra prayers for all of you the next few days. Love, Sue
Sue Beurskens <suziedb@optonline.net>
Howell, NJ USA - Tuesday, October 16, 2007 9:10 PM CDT

Not a day goes by that I don't think of Michael, especially around Columbus Day. It was such an honor to have in my car and drive him in the parade. I always had so much fun. Everytime Lucas and I walk at the park, I make it a point to stop at Michael's tree and show it to him. I tell him what a special boy Michael was and how lucky I was to have known him. I can only hope that Lucas will be as sweet and loving as all of your boys. Know that my thoughts, prayers, and love are with you every day.
Denise A. Leonard
- Saturday, October 6, 2007 9:36 PM CDT

I TOO FEEL MICHAEL'S PRESENTS AT MIDTOWN. I WAS HONORED TO TAKE ANTHONY TO SCHOOL ON THAT 2ND DAY.. I KNEW IT WAS HARD FOR ANTHONY ENTERING THAT BIG SCHOOYARD KNOWING THAT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN THERE FIRST YEAR TOGETHER IN THE BIG SCHOOLYARD. NOW THAT ANTHONY IS A FOURTH GRADER THIS ALLOWED HIM TO ENTER THAT BIG SCHOOLYARD. HE SAID TO ME " I WOULD HAVE BEEN WITH MICHAEL THIS YEAR" I TOLD HIM " HE IS WITH YOU ". I WAS CERTAIN ABOUT THIS ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU TOLD ME ABOUT THE SCIENCE BOOK. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. THANKS FOR SHARING THEM WITH ME. LOVE RONNIE PIKE
RONNIE PIKE <VPIKE2003@AOL.COM>
BAYONNE, NJ USA - Saturday, September 15, 2007 10:41 PM CDT

Sharon,
The more I view your entries, the more I'm amazed at how determined Michael is to let you know he's around. Your stories are incredible!
Rene'
Rene' Seborowski <redsebo@optonline.net>
- Tuesday, September 11, 2007 8:46 PM CDT

Romano family,
I worked at Sloan Kettering and knew you guys very well!! I sometimes sit and think about all the courageous children there and their GREAT families! Today I came upon the news of Michael's passing! I can say that it deeply saddened me and to Michael's mom i wanted to say, my the Lord give you the strength to continue on..if I am not mistaken I htink Michael has a little brother, be strong! And remember its ok to be sad!! Tomorrow is my Mom's 3 years that she lost the battle to this disease. I will say a prayer tonight for you and your family in hopes that you may find comfort in knowing that Michael is finally resting and not in pain!!! MAY GOD BLESS U ALWAYS!!!! Michael rest in peace!!
Rebecca <cartagena0@aol.com>
Oviedo, FL - Friday, August 24, 2007 7:21 PM CDT

Hi Sharon,
My family misses Michael just as well and wish he was here!
Alexandra C. <AlCap95@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 11:41 AM CDT

Hi Sharon, Your Michael was really a special boy. I will never forget how he told us how the chemo made him feel so that we would understand how our baby Michael, who was to young to speak, felt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love, Lucy, Scott, Michael & Julianna Sojak
Lucy Sojak <scotnloo@aol.com>
Farmingdale, NY USA - Saturday, July 14, 2007 1:33 AM CDT

Hi Sharon, still thinking of you all and remembering Michael. He was just the nicest child! I still remember him letting me rub his little bald head! :) I loved how soft his was!! Much love and hope you are all doing well. How big is Mr. Anthony now? Remember how he and Payton used to lay in bed together during 3F8's? Payton turns 7 next month! I can hardly believe it. Please send me pictures of the boys if you can, I'd love to see how big Anthony has gotten!
Much Love and hearty hugs,
Gin Bogert

www.caringbridge.org/fl/paytonbogert <vbogert@cfl.rr.com>
- Wednesday, June 27, 2007 7:45 AM CDT

Happy Birthday Michael!!! We love you and miss you so much!
Jaclyn, Scott, and Alanna <RocksGrl84@aol.com>
Old Bridge, NJ - Friday, June 8, 2007 10:30 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Angel Michael. Thinking of you on this day.
Lots of Love,
The Ball and Chain
Marion Shapiro <mas10n@aol.com>
New York, NY usa - Friday, June 8, 2007 7:02 PM CDT

Just stopping by to let you know we're thinking of Michael and all of you.
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 7:11 AM CDT

hello mrs. ramano. You may not remember me but I'm Mariela. I was Michael's "care bear" thoughout grammer school. I've been trying to find a way to get in touch with you for quite a while now. I moved to south carolina 2 years ago and have lost touch with many people in jersey. Anyway the relay is coming up soon and i could never forget about michael. Thoughout our entire time as "care bears" i know he taught me more then i taught him. He had this smile that just made everyone else smile. Micheal is how i got started doing the relay, and I've learned so much about life and what truely being happy means because of it. at his young age he made an inpact on my life that changed who i was and how i saw things in life forever. anyhow, i just wanted to say sorry that i wasn't able to get in touch with you sooner, and thank you, michael was an amazing person.
Mariela Henderson <J617bluemonkey@yahpp.cpm>
Piedmont , sc 29673 - Friday, April 27, 2007 2:15 PM CDT

Stopping by to say Hello and to let you know I was thinking about you. Hope all is well.

Love,
Linda, Pat & Angel Ryan (www.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc)
Glen Head, NY - Thursday, April 26, 2007 9:31 PM CDT

Sharon,

Thinking of you!

Love,
Linda, Pat & Angel Ryan (www.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc) <padwik@yahoo.com >
Fenton, MI USA - Thursday, March 1, 2007 4:55 AM CST

Glad to hear you all got through the plunge in this ridiculously cold weather! I'm sure Michael got some good laughs watching his brothers freeze their buns (and toes) off!
Sue Beurskens <suziedb@optonline.net>
Robbinsville, NJ - Monday, February 5, 2007 8:46 PM CST

Hi Sharon! So glad to hear the "Plunge" went well...ALL of your boys are brave in my book. Love, Denise
Denise A. Leonard
Bayonne, nj usa - Saturday, February 3, 2007 9:11 PM CST

Hi Sharon,

Just wanted you to know that I was thinking about you. I know you feel as I do that time doesn't help to ease the pain in our hearts.

Well, we finally sold our home and will close on Feb 16. Hopefully we will get together once I settle in out east.

Love,
Linda, Pat & Angel Ryan (www.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc) <padwik@yahoo.com>
Fenton, MI USA - Sunday, January 28, 2007 7:30 PM CST

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