Michael BRACKEN Obituary

My sincere condolences, Pat and Delwyn, for the passing of your brother Michael. Thinking of you both, and of the extended family.

Dear kirstin and family. Just want to
Let you know I have been thinking of you all at this sad sad time . RIP Mike. Treasure your memories kirstin . Much love and peace to you all xo

So sad to hear of Mike's passing . We enjoyed having a catch up and seeing his awesum vehicles when he would come in for his wof's. He was a great character R.I.P Mike , condolences to your family.

Lots of memories of Mike from fun times in the late seventies and working with him on the Patea Hydro Scheme. Never a dull moment when Mike was in the room. R.I.P mate. Kerry & Kath Bailey

Rest in peace Mike,
Gone but will never be forgotten.
You will be forever in our hearts.
We will always remember all the great times we were blessed to have with you.
Our condolences to Kirsten, Hanna and all the family.
From The Hijazi´s

We want to send our sincere condolences to Kirsten and all the Bracken family on the very sad news of Mike's passing. A wonderful father and Grandad who will be greatly missed. Arohanui, David and Carolyn Read.

The Taranaki Irish Social Club send our condolences to Kirsten and the Bracken family. Mike was a great supporter of the club and the Rose of Tralee over the years. Rest in Peace.

Louise Buhler
Taranaki Irish Social Club
President

RIP Michael, a great squash member gone. May your games be heavenly

Mike was an awesome neighbour and friend for many years, our children spent many happy hours at Doolally Farm , and the two Mikes enjoyed playing their squash. He always had a cheery greeting, like he was so happy to see you and was interested in what was happening in your world. We feel so lucky to have caught up with Mike and Kirsten in April. Our love and sympathy go to Kirsten and all his children and grandchildren at this sad time. Rest peacefully Mike, you will be greatly missed.

Sorry to hear of Mike´s passing. Thoughts are with all the family and may he rest in peace.

Condolences to all on Mikes passing. I have fond memories of our days in Green Lane HWA. Rest in peace Mike.

Our deepest sympathy to Kirsten and all of Mike's family.

He was a much loved and respected member of the Squash club for many years. A tough competitor on court and a great guy to socialise with afterwards.

He will be missed deeply by those that knew him.

Moe mai ra e hoa

On behalf of Mike's Aunty Josephine & the late Uncle John and their family, our sincere condolences to Kirsten and all the family, and all the Bracken and Wech families. We are truly saddened and share your sorrow. We remember Mike always the one helping out others, we will miss your yarns, great banter, and social character. Forever our cousin - fare well R.I.P

Uncle Mike, what an absolute ripper bloke. He was always up for any adventure, especially if a beer was involved. I´ll miss the Aussie catch-ups very much. An amazing family man and true gentleman. RIP legend, until we meet again. Thoughts are with the family at this difficult time, lots of love, Jono, Shell, Declan, Ollie and Charlie.

So sorry to hear of Mike's passing he was a good apprentice and a good work mate in days of Leece Motors RIP Kev n Toni

Our condolences to Kirsten and all the families. We will always remember the great times we´ve had over the years.You were an inspiration to us with stories of all the deals you had recently acquired. Since the last time we were down Trade Me will miss you. We will miss your home made brawn. Fair well to a true legend.Love you forever. RIP Mike
Denise and Mike Hogan and family

I am so sadden to hear of Mike's passing. Our family had many wonderful gatherings at at the Irish Club. Special memories.
My sincere condolences to you all, & I'm so sorry I can't be with you today. I'm in Australia. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

R.I.P Michael

Bracken family and friend so sorry to hear of Mike passing Condolences. Mike rented his shop off me when he was panel beating many years ago. Good days and lots laughs. RIP Mike. Bailey Motorcycles.

Very sad to hear of Mike's passing. I knew Mike from working at Kapuni, he had that wonderful attribute of making "would be" problems disappear with the way he got people to work together. Rest easy Mike.

Love you Bro, you inspired me always over the years. I am going to really miss the laughs, walking the fairways, your competitive challenge, banter, and of course the odd tipple. I have the utmost respect for what you have achieved in your life, also with the raising of your beautiful family. I Love you.

Sorry to read of Mike´s passing. He was a neighbour in Hawera long ago, a real nice guy. RIP Mike.

Worked at the Patea Hydro when it was being built with Mike. A lot of fun times at work and a lot more fun after work. A genuine good bugger. Rip Mike

Our condolences to the Bracken Family from over here in Perth WA. I first meet Mike when I started as an apprentice at KGTP over 21 years ago. Throughout the years I had become very fond of Mike and mutually through the love of Nissans became good friends. Mike and Kirsten were always very kind and caring towards my family and I, and I will miss him dearly.

It's with great sadness we hear of the passing of Mike .
I've always known Mike to have a smile on his face and
Enjoy the Craic , always willing
to help others and our family.
I will be forever grateful to
have known him. To all the
Bracken family we offer our condolences. Sorry we can't be there for the funeral as we are overseas but know we are there in spirit and will be having a few TDs for Mike in remembrance. Blessings from Colm, Gaynor and kids Tierney

Mike, what can I say. He was the best Dad anyone could have. I feel very fortunate to have had you in my life and for the amazing four children we shared.

Harley Charlotte and family
our sincere condolences at the loss of your dad.
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time
Richard and Roseanne Horton

Such sad news to hear that we lost a legend. Mike has been a guiding force for me and a great influence. From the squash court, golf course and social gatherings. Enjoyed every minute spent with the man, so generous and caring. Much loved by all and my condolences to all family. From the Prinsloo

RIP Mike. Knew Mike well, firstly when the Bracken family lived at the Riverdale Dairy factory and then when he worked for Natural Gas Corporation at Kapuni. A really nice guy to know. Condolences to the entire Bracken family.

Ross and Colleen Madgwick

Our sincere condolences Kirsten and family, that man will be greatly missed, always fun to be around, will miss the golf days with Brax, big time, Grant and Bernadette

Firstly condolences to Kirsten and family and what a great family man he was.
As the saying goes you were like a brother from another mother. Thanks for all the good times with squash, our Friday golf, MKR dinner parties and your favourite MASTERS.
Your sence of humor and organising skills will be sorely missed.
RIP MIKE

Many a game, laugh and beverage shared with you Mike at the Hawera Squash Club, our thoughts & love go out to all!

Celtic Rovers extends their condolences to Kirsten and families with the loss of Mike.

Celtic Rovers was formed in December 1995 at the passing of Bill Bracken ( Mike's dad ) and the subsequent wake. The original group was 12 family and friends and this has grown to around 25. We meet annually on the last Saturday/Sunday in June for 12 hours of comradeship and good craic. These gatherings have been as far north at Kaikohe and Te Anau in the south. Mike is the only member to have attended all 30 events. We will toast him at our next meeting in June 2026.

Farewell and RIP Celtic Rover Mikey.

Kevin Bracken for Celtic Rovers.