Name: Harry J Will Funeral Homes
Address: Livonia, MI

I am so sorry for your lost, may God be with you and your family at this time!  Mike (Newman) was a good man, I worked with Mike at the airport.

Im so very sorry to hear this tragic news. Mike always was a great guy and did things the right way. Anyone who knew him became a better person just by being around him. I have several great tales and even more memories of Mike.  I will miss him as im sure everyone else who knew him will too.   Prayers to the Lancaster family, you are in my thoughts.

I am so very sorry to hear that Mike passed away.  I worked with him when he was at Kroger working with the Detroit Police Department.  He was a charismatic and straightforward person.  He always had a smile on his face and always put one on ours.  The world needs more people like him. My condolences to his family.

I worked with Mike for only a short time, however in that short time I learned what a wonderful person he was.  He will be greatly missed.  T. Gleason & Family

I was deeply saddened by the news of Mike's passing.  I did not know him a long time, but for the times I've met and spoke with him at the ORC/Michigan State Police meetings, I could tell he was an outstanding worker and person as a whole who was passionate about what he did.  You will be missed.

Mary and I (along with our daughters) are part of Mike's Football Family at U-M. We've known Mike for quite a few years and always looked forward to and enjoyed being with him on Football Saturdays. If you did not laugh when Mike was there, well . . . Always fun! Always full of joy! And, most of all, full of love for everyone in his life. We will miss you, Mike, but we will carry you in our hearts forever. GO BLUE, my friend!!!!

Mike helped me so much during a robbery. he went to court and always had my back  you will be greatly missed  Judy. Kroger 618

A hunter, family, a friend,
Part of our up north clan,
Mike "Rhino" Lancaster,
...a great, great man.
Fun times, laughter, 
Memories we hold dear, 
He will remain in our hearts,
Forever after this year.

Rest in peace my friend.

Dear Mike's Family,
We are Ray Lanczki's (Mike's Best Friend) Aunt Margaret and Uncle Gene and we are so, so sorry to hear of Mike's passing.  Mike was such a wonderful person who brightened everyone's world.  He was such a gracious and giving person and a true fighter!  We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.  Margaret and Gene Treviso (Cherryville, NC)

As a Reserve Police officer with Livonia PD, I've known Mike since he was a patrolman.  He was the kind of person you liked from the moment you met him.  Both as a PO and Supervisor, he treated fellow officers and subordinates as he wanted to be treated.  He lived the "Golden Rule".  Smiling, funny, caring, courteous, honest and respectful are words that best describe Mike as a person. 
People like Mike are hard to find and it was an honor to know and work these many years with him.  Its comforting knowing he'll be watching over his family, friends and follow officers.  Mike, God bless you and your loving family, you will be missed by many.  
Reserve Officer, Norm Nettie

I worked with Mike for many years.  He was a great person, who always had a smile on his face and nice things to say about everybody.  I will truly miss working with him.  He made me a better person.  My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this hard time.

Brokenhearted for everyone who knew Mike. He was the best of the best.

We are so very sad to hear of the passing of Mike.  I am lucky to have had the privilege of working with him and knowing him.  Our deepest sympathies.

Sherman, Kathy, Colleen, Girls, Donna, Mark & Family,
So sorry to hear of Michael's passing.What a great person he was! We were blessed to have known him. Just know that we are thinking of you and you are in our prayers! With love!

Lancaster Family and Friends,

  I had the honor of knowing Mike and working under his supervision.  He knew how to treat people and guided them through praise.  I will always remember his great attitude, laugh and smile. God bless you and Mike.

So very sad to learn of Mike's passing. He was a friend, fellow hunter, and a brother in blue. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.

My deepest sympathies to the Lancaster family.  Mike was a coworker of mine at Kroger and was a great guy to work with.  Rest in peace Mike.

Our condolences to the Lancaster family.  Mike was a great guy, always enjoyed his company, whether at work or off the job.

Colleen, Megan and Molly...Although I have only met you and the girls a couple of times awhile ago, every time I would see Mike at Compuware Arena, he always made a point to mention how such a great wife he had in you and how very proud he was of both of his daughters. 

Mr. & Mrs. Lancaster, Donna and Mark...It was a privilege to have Mike as a teammate, classmate and a friend. I thank you all of you for letting him hang out with the rest of the gang! He was a true man of Integrity, Passion, Pride, but most of all he had the Heart of a Giant.  For all of us who knew Mike or just had a brief encounter with him, he will be truly missed, but not forgotten! His smile and his laughter was Infectious!!!

The Lancaster family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless this family in their time of loss 


Mr.& Mrs. James Grygo

To the entire Lancaster family, I am very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing Mike for the last 4 years. Mike was a great guy. He will be sadly missed.

Colleen, Gail and I were deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. We have known you both for so long and shared some of your special occasions we consider you our extended family. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you, Megan and Molly and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

You will dearly be missed Mike. Heaven has gained a true Angel. It was not long ago I saw you in the Grocery Store. Your positive out look on life was so inspiring. You helped  light up this World when it seems to be dark so many times. Praying for your family and friends that God wraps his warm tender arms around them. R.I.P. You have earned your wings
Suzanne Dobozy Plymouth Michigan

Colleen,
My sincere condolences to you and your daughters, you are all in my prayers. I will cherish the memoirs of our last football trip to Maryland this year. It truly was an honor to be a friend of Mikes. He will be missed by all.

May you find strength and comfort in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends.
Very sorry for your loss.

I'm so sorry to hear about Mike's passing.  I only worked with him for a short time but he left a lasting impression with everyone who knew him.  He had such a wonderful way of brining humor into everyone's life!  Sincere condolences to Colleen and the girls, you are all in my prayers.

I'm am so sorry to hear of Mikes passing.  He was a special person with the best sense of humor ever.  Lots of great memories from back in the day.

I am so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I knew Mike for many years, and while we did not see much of each other recently, I always enjoyed being in his company. He was as solid a guy as you would ever meet. I always admired how he made his family his priority even while battling his illness. My sincere condolences to Colleen, Megan, Molly and the whole Lancaster family.

Mike was so meticulous about his home.  He'd be outside trimming his little tree, changing the garden stones because he didn't like the color, or cutting his lawn 4 days after it had already been cut.  I asked him once why he worked so hard in the heat, doing such hard work by himself and he said he "just really enjoyed doing it".  For us, it was always a pleasure to look out of our window and see a beautifully kept home...except for that huge Christmas grinch that we had to look at for years. My husband and I teased him about it and he so thought it was funny.  He had quite a sense of pride and quite a sense of humor.  We will miss seeing him puttering in his garage.  Journey on Mike...journey on...

Mike always took the time to help and comfort all. He is a great friend and Co worker.  He will be missed and always in my thoughts.  Rest in peace Mike.

 Debbie Hill  (Livonia, Mi)

Mike always had a way of keeping us laughing.  I only had a few months working with him, but those times will forever be in my memory.  Rest in peace, my friend.

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Michael E. Lancaster

September 2, 1962 – November 8, 2015

Harry J Will Funeral Homes

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