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Michael Pohle
Michael Pohle, 23, of Flemington, New Jersey, was expected to graduate in a few weeks with a degree in biological sciences, said Craig Blanton, Hunterdon Central's vice principal during the 2002 school year, when Pohle graduated.

"He had a bunch of job interviews and was all set to start his post-college life," Blanton told The Star-Ledger of Newark.

At the high school, Pohle played on the football and lacrosse teams.

One of his old lacrosse coaches, Bob Shroeder, described him to as "a good kid who did everything that good kids do."

"He tried to please," Shroeder told the newspaper. "He was just a great kid."

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Michael was one of the greatest men I've ever met in my life. He was a true family man, loyal boyfriend to his beautiful girlfriend, the best of friend to many, an excellent student, the kind of employee that managers only dream of, and a completely and utterly stand up guy. We all will miss him greatly.
Posted by Laura Dunning of Blacksburg, Virginia
I knew both Ryan Clark and Michael. They were both my microbiology lab partners at that time. We had groups of 4 and they were in my group. We had such a good time together during that class. Michael and Stack were always joking around and having fun, but we always got our work done. I really looked forward to having class every week because they were so nice and made it really fun. This is a terrible tragedy, neither of them deserved to die.
Posted by Natasha Glover of Blacksburg, Virginia
Mike was a great guy to know. I worked with mike at a local bar/restaurant and he definitely made work fun and more enjoyable. Mike and I connected immediately when we met because we both enjoyed playing lacrosse. Mike was the guy that was always entertaining people around him and making us all laugh. We will miss mike and I would like to send my condolences to his family and hope they stay strong through this trying time. I will miss you bud. Blue beard "Hey big money. How ya doin."
Posted by Matthew Bishop of Blacksburg, Virginia
It's hard to believe that a tragedy like this occurred due to someone's personal aggression. It's hard to grasp the idea that someone you know was lost in such a senseless act. Mike Pohle was known as a humorous and competitive spirit who wasn't selfish. Me and my brothers heart goes out to the Pohle family knowing that they succeeded in raising a genuine all around good hearted human being and that as a parent there is nothing you can do to prevent something as horrible as this from happening. A true friend will be missed.
Posted by V. A. of Milford, New Jersey
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