Messages of love pour in for Michael Waller after loss of his wife
Michael Waller’s Facebook page shares some very sad news—the loss of his wife, Vanessa. He wrote Saturday: “Hey all, thanks for your prayers and cares. My lovely wife has gone on to be with the Lord.” Vanessa was active in Christ Life Center Church in Tacoma, Washington, and also had a TV show. Michael’s wall overflows with words of sympathy and care. Masters sprint friends from all over the country have posted, including Marty Krulee, Allen Tissenbaum, Kettrell Berry and Lonnie Hooker. Others posting notes include Ruthlyn Greenfield-Webster, Jai Black, Julie Hayden, Renee Henderson, Terry Rath, Sarah Lawson and Chris Reaser. Some apparently first heard the news from a Facebook posting by Maryline Roux. I don’t have details on cause of death or funeral arrangements. Probably too soon. But we join others in hoping M50 champion Michael can find strength in his time of grief.
Michael and Vanessa Waller from his Facebook photo profile.
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Michael–I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My
thoughts are with you.
Michael – I’m so sadden to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Sorry about the news. I wish you and your family peace during this difficult time.
All the best to you, Michael, and you have my deepest condolences. Your friends will be eager to see you in Albuquerque, where you are entered in the 60, 200, and 400, so that they can express their feelings in person, but I am sure they will understand if you decide to skip this one.
At whatever meet you make your return, everyone will be thrilled to see you.
So sorry to hear about your lost Michael. My family and I will keep you in our prayers.
Michael,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May peace and comfort be with you.
Michael,
Sorry to hear about the loss….will keep you and your family in my prayers….
Michael I am sorry for your loss…my prayers go out to you and your family in your time of need. Stay strong and keep leaning on Gods unchanging hand.
michael,my prayers go out to ytou and your family god have calm on the hearts of your family.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your precious wife. You and your entire family are in my prayers. God Bless you.
May God bless you Michael in this difficult time.
Michael,
I am sorry to hear this sad news and my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family for your loss. You have been an inspiration and such a positive presence at the meets. I hope that you continue to run with wings on your feet and God’s love in your heart.
Mike, to you and your family, my condolence.
A number of Michael’s masters track and field friends, Pacific Lutheran University coaches and student athletes, joined along with family and his congregation this morning in praise and celebration of Vanessa’s life.
Michael,you should know that many people care about you and your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Michael,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My family and I will be praying for you and your family in the days and weeks to come. Vanessa is in the presence of God so we are comforted by the promise of eternal life. Stay strong in the Lord, Michael. He alone is your comfort and your strength.
Michael,
There are few words that describe your loss. My heart hurts for you. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Vance
Condolences also are being posted on this site:
http://ourmemoryof.com/VanessaWaller/condolences/
Bill Collins is among dozens to remember Lady Vanessa, as her congregants called her.
More on Vanessa Waller, who died at age 47:
http://ourmemoryof.com/VanessaWaller/
Michael, Vanessa is in the presence of God! God be with you. My condolences and prayers are with you and your family.
Michael
Sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Linda
Michael- We are sadden to hear of your loss of your
lovely wife, Vanessa. You have our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Charles and Jackie.
Words on a web site seem so futile, but they at least can remind you of the many friends from both the church and track worlds that are with you in spirit.
Wishing you courage and strength,
Dave
As those of us in the Puget Sound area first learned, and the rest of the world soon discovered, Michael Waller is a world class masters sprinter and athlete. His wife Vanessa was a strong supporter and we would see her often at area masters track meets. She will be missed by all who met her.
Blessed be the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort others.
–2 Corinthians 1
Michael I’m so sorry for your loss. Please be at peace with the thought that she is now with the lord. My deepest sympathies.
Condolences from Port Townsend.
Michael,
I am so sorry to hear about your life. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
God Bless
Mike, sorry about the loss of your wife, may GOD continue to bless you and your family.
Mike ,we all suport you now more than ever and we are all standing by you at this time with love and support,look at the post of people who really care ,and who are there for you,stay strong dave ashford.
Michael, I am so saddened for you and your family. May you find strength within your memories of you and Vanessa, and know everybody is praying for you along the way.
Michael,
You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.
Jeanne Bowman
Ken, thanks for posting the great picture of Mike and Vanessa, and sharing the information regarding the other condolence site that was so well done. As we witness the tight net family of masters all over the world, with this showing of love and concern for others is one of our highest priorities in our sport, as we now share in the lost of a love one. Michael, Stephaine and I will contiune to lift you and your family up in our prayers. The entire Houston Elite family is here with support.
Mike, warmest condolences during this difficult time. May the Lord give you strength.
Michael:
May peace be with you. My prayers are with you and your family.
Tony Searles “Doc”
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