In Memory of Clashmore_Mike...

Henges24 said:

Rest Easy Mike. We know you’re rooting on the Irish today, upstairs.

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irishnd31 said:

So sorry for your loss brother

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KPENN said:

Sorry for your loss.

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Giddyup said:

Sorry to hear that Colin. May he Rest in peace

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BeauBenken said:

It is with saddened hearts that our team of owners announce to the board the passing of co-owner Mike M., fondly known as Clashmore_Mike here on Irish Envy. Mike passed away from a bout with cancer earlier this summer. We have been looking for a way to memorialize him as well as give his family their time, but I felt it would be wrong to kick off the season without recognizing Mike.

Mike as a poster, moderator, and owner has meant worlds to this website. He only spoke when he felt he needed and for some, that may mean they do not recognize his name or have several interactions with him, but I can assure you he put more into this site than just about anyone. Mike regularly created recruit threads; he always created the gameday pages and the schedule banner. Any bells and whistles with the site? Mike. The transition to the new website would have been impossible without him. He dedicated himself to this place because, like the rest of us, he loved Notre Dame. And with his dedication, I believe he helped shape the best online community for Irish fans, period.

While I never met Mike in person, I believe his character showed through in the interactions that we did have. He was kind, hard-working, and compassionate. He helped carry the burdens of others but made sure to never be a burden himself, even through his quiet battle. Until I learned of the passing of Mike, I am not sure that I had ever cried about someone I had never met. That was the kind of positive impact he had amongst his friends here, and I am sure on the rest of the people in his life.

Going forward, I know this place won't ever be the exact same, and the rest of us owners and moderators will have very big shoes to fill in the wake of Mike leaving. But though he has left, I am positive he is not gone. Don't believe for one second he won't be on the edge of his seat, the best one in the world, watching and cheering on his beloved Irish take on the Midshipmen today.

So I ask that before kickoff, you raise a glass for Mike. To our beloved teammate and friend, may he rest in peace.

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IrishSpartan said:

Rest in peace Mike. Been on here forever and he always seemed like a great guy. We should make the the Leprechaun Lounge to Clashmore Commons

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karenlotzV2 said:

What a wonderful tribute to an incredible person.

Mike was a good friend of mine. I'm not surprised at all to see that many people who knew Mike online, many whom had never met him in person, still feel his loss. He was truly an amazing person that positively impacted so many lives including mine. I can tell you that he was extremely proud of Irish Envy and was grateful to be a part of something so special for those who shared his love for Notre Dame. Today was a bittersweet day. I'm always giddy once football season arrives, but today certainly wasn't the same without Mike. I absolutely know he was watching the Irish victory today though, and enjoying every single second of it.

In 2013, Mike took me to my very first Notre Dame game when the Irish hosted BYU. It was quite possibly the coldest I have ever been in my life, but it was still an amazing experience because of Mike. Our group of friends would continue to go to a Notre Dame game each year up until last season when Mike started his battle with cancer. We traveled from near and far to reconnect since we didn't get to see each other regularly as life and our careers took us in different directions and to various locations. Every time we would arrive in South Bend, Mike just lit up with excitement. He truly loved walking around campus, checking out all the main landmarks each and every time, and showing us a good time as we tailgated prior to the game. Notre Dame is a special place, and Mike always took pride in showing that to us. Those trips are some of my fondest memories in my entire life and I have Mike to thank for that.

Mike is going to be dearly missed by so many people, but he also has left a lasting impression on many of us that will continue on for many years to come. I am so grateful that he was part of my life, and very lucky to have had him as a friend. Go Irish! 🍀

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