"Mike was one of my very best childhood friends. You could not find one without the other except on rare occasions. As soon as we met in grade school we clicked. It broke my heart when he decided to move to Austin, yet I was excited for the new opportunities he would have. A short time later I had an opportunity to visit him in Austin and had the time of my life. Jackie became a great friend to me as well. I only wish I had an opportunity to have met their children. Unfortunately life took us in different directions. I will carry the memories we made together with me forever. I have missed him greatly and now I am deeply saddened that I will not get a chance to see him again and share the friendship, more so, the brotherhood we once had. The only photo I have is a school trip from 6th grade. We went to Springfield to visit the capital building. Love ya Mike. James"
In loving memory of
Michael Joseph Legendre
February 25, 1978 - January 15, 2017
Michael Joseph Legendre, age 38, died on January 15, 2017 after a three-year valiant battle with leukemia. Michael was born on February 25, 1978 in Phoenix, Az. He eventually settled in Austin, TX in 1994. He graduated from Austin High School in 1996. Michael met his love Jackie Weigel at high school. They had three children that he adored.
Michael valued activities with his family and friends. He especially liked watching his favorite football team, the Chicago Bears. He enjoyed outdoor activities like disc golf and taking his kids & niece to play at parks or other venues. Michael was an expert at any type of video game; there were no challenges too tough for him. Michael had a magical way of making people laugh. His humor was without limits.
Michael worked for almost two decades at Johns Food Mart where he found amazing friends that became his family. He also spent several years working at FedEx as a manager in publishing.
Michael is survived by his amazing wife, Jackie Weigel; courageous children Camilla, Gage, and Tyler; grandmother Enace Martin; mother Ruth Taylor; father-in-law Ken Weigel and mother-in-law Kim Weigel; Siblings Scott, Robin, Kimberly, Stella, and Aimee and their spouses and children. Also left mourning Michael are numerous relatives and loyal friends.
The family would like to thank the staff at Texas Oncology and Seton Main Hospital for their enduring care and support.
A private remembrance will be held for Michael.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up for the children of Michael at
https://www.gofundme.com/for-children-of-michael-legendre
Condolences may be left at www.harrellfuneralhomes.com.
Tributes
"You couldn't be around Mike without smiling. He found humor in everything and no subject was off limits. I knew him through Kim, so didn't see him often, but I'll always remember the laughs. I pray for peace and blessings for his family and hope that memories of the happy times with Michael will replace the pain and sorrow that is felt now. God bless."
"Dear Kimberly & Family, Our hearts go out to you with this tremendous loss. After reading about Michael's life, he must have been a cherished loved one to his family and friends. He will be truly missed by all. You have our deepest sympathy and, of course, our love and support. Cathy Albaugh & Jeff Giorno"
"Though I only got to know Michael these last three years it was easy to see how much he loved his family. No matter how he was feeling, Michael always lit up when he talked about Cami, Gage & Tyler. Jackie, he called you solid and said that you were his rock. Kim, I saw you be the best big sister anyone could ask for. He laughed often when he spoke of you, then again maybe he was laughing at you. I'll miss his dry wit and think of him often, especially every time I see a Mountain Dew. Love & prayers, Kris Fuentes"