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Corbin Hendrick posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
I remember a time many years ago when Mike flew from Toronto to Windsor to spend a few weeks at our house in the summer .
Mike was probably about 9 or 10 years old.
In those days air travel was a big deal and people dressed up to fly on a plane.
I guess the accommodations at our place where to his liking because when it came time to fly home there was no way that Mike could get his pants done up.As I recall the fly only went up about half way.
I believe that Mike was one of the first to wear an untucked dress shirt as a fashion statement .
Mike you were a breath of fresh air and you will be missed.
Cousin Corb
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Corbin Hendrick donated to ONTARIO SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
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Doug McDougall posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
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Mike was the second person that I met at Don Valley North Toyota, the receptionist Lynn being the first. That was in 1982, and then Mike taught and mentored me how to successfully sell automobiles. Mike also provided my first break into management in 1985. I am certain, that, without Mike's guidance, I wouldn't be anywhere where I am today. At minimum, I owe Mike that statement.
Mike lived and played hard, and at times, left it all out on the field. We would drink out his entire hotel room bar and figure out how to cover the cost later. I could write paragraphs of the adventures that Mike, I, and the other members of our sales team had. Yet Mike always provided cover for all of us, and we felt 100% secure under his guidance.
Mike's legacy should be on how he lived and how he positively impacted the lives of many people. (More people should be writing here!) When I think of Mike I only smile and remember crazy and wonderful things. Rest in peace Hosegate.
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KEVIN BAXTER planted a tree in memory of Mike Holgate
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
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Rest in peace Mike
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Kevin Baxter posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
My deepest condolences to the Holgate family and Mike's friends.
Mike hired me into the Toyota world back in May 1985.He was my first boss,he was a brillant
teacher.I could not have asked for a better education,Mike always had a way of taking a tough situtaion ,breaking it down and coming up with a positve solution.
We also had alot of fun together!
my regret is that I did not tell Mike what a great influence he was on me and how much I admired him.
Rest in peace my friend.
Kevin Baxter
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Jackie French posted a condolence
Monday, May 24, 2021
My condolences to Mike's family. As a patron at Rama I can attest to Mike being the one to go above and beyond to help us out whenever he could. May all your treasured memories bring you lots of smiles and some good laughs too as you reminisce ... and to Pam, Mike and I so often spoke of your many great trips to Mexico as it was one of my favourite holiday destinations too. You will be missed Mike!
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Bob Gould posted a condolence
Sunday, May 23, 2021
MIKE, you were my very first sales manager at Markville Toyota, you taught me so much as a salesperson that lasted over 24 years, you were an inspiration and a friend that will be dearly missed by so many. I will have a toast for you tonight thinking about the boys, Jason, Johnny Dave L, good bye for now . Bob Gould
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Heather McGivern posted a condolence
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Paul and I are deeply saddened by Mike's passing. Our sincere condolences to the family. Paul & Heather McGivern
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Terrie Giltenan-Bell posted a condolence
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Our sincerest sympathy to Mike's family. We had the great pleasure of knowing Mike through Rama. He was indeed very kind and a gentleman. We will miss him dearly...Richard and Terrie Bell
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The family of Mike Holgate uploaded a photo
Saturday, May 22, 2021
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