Testimonials: Words written about Michelle Knoll, Herb Knoll or
the Michelle’s Angels Foundation
"It is absolutely amazing how quickly Michelles Angels has grown to what it is today. It is still incomprehensible how many lives you touch and what a difference that can make on society. WOW!"
-Doug Foreman
North Carolina
September 26, 2011
"Good Morning Herb,
It was a pleasure to meet both you and James yesterday.
I just know James will make a wonderful addition to our Villages family.
Thank you for taking the time to speak with me about www.MichellesAngels.com.
I will be able to check it out tonight after work.
You are doing a wonderful thing and you need to keep up the good work!!
Warm Regards,"
-Anthony Filone
Properties of the Villages, FL
September 8, 2011
"Thank you for including Michael (Mendy, age 15) in the Prayer List. The foundation is such a beautiful tribute to your wife. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers.
Warmest wishes,"
-Kathy Mendy
Cary, North Carolina
(Michael's mother)
June 3, 2011
"It has now been four months since I had surgery for a brain tumor...acoustic swannoma/neuromma to be specific. You can imagine the fear of the unknown, but with the love and prayers of everyone from family, Michelle's Angels and friends, I felt a real assurance from God as I went into surgery on October 19, 2010. I had received numerous outpourings of thought and prayers from strangers from Michelle's Angels to friends and family. Letters and phone calls really lifted me up for the task at hand. Prayer Works. Faith is not without reward. Thanks to everyone known and not known for your kindnesses. My tumor was benigh, and other than right sided hearing loss, I am GOOD and back to work. Love and prayers back to you all. May you have the same blessings."
-Sandy J. Cowan
Williamsville, New York
February 25, 2011
"Your work and your ministry touches so many people...the good Lord is building you a special place in heaven for one day to come."
-Bob Dunk
San Antonia, Texas
"I'm so glad to hear that you're doing all the amazing things with the Michelle's Angels Foundation. I know through the works of the foundation so many people have been truly blessed. Keep provding the Love, Hope and Assistance needed. May God continue to bless you and your endeavors."
-Frelania Reid
Bank of America
September 22, 2010
"I just spent some time on the (Michelle's Angels) website. Very profound. Thanks for sharing."
-Sam Gilberd
Hydra Group
September 11, 2010
“Just wanted to thank you for the beautiful CD you sent me. I listened to it this morning while going through some of Bob’s (Deceased) paperwork. I didn’t think it was going to be so hard, just thinking of him makes me cry all the time.”
-Carol Burr
Tonawanda, New York
August 8, 2010
“Your website is lovely! Thank you so much for reaching out to me and for all your kindness. I never had a chance to meet Michelle, but she sounds like a tremendous woman with so much love for her family and others. My husband could barely read through the detail with me as he has been faced with so many fears through my experience also. Please know how much your thoughts have touched me…”
-Diane Dickerson
Junction City, Kansas
email: July 7, 2010
"It was a blessing to have you and your group here this week. I have heard so many positive comments about your visit. The patients and the staff were equally blessed. I sure hope its possible for you all to return for another visit some day.
We truly enjoyed the concert! Thanks for what you're doing, it's AMAZING! We appreciate your prayers and concerns."
-Karla R. Hively
Assistant to Direct of Inpatient Services
Davis Memorial Hospital
April 30, 2010
"Many thanks for your commitment and compassion! Your visit provided inspiration and comfort to the community, cancer patients and employees."
-Mark Doak
President and CEO
Davis Health System
Elkin, W. Virginia
April, 2010
"Many thanks for your visit to Elkins & Davis Health System. Your entertainers (Angel Artists) really made a positive impression on our staff, patients and community. You have a special calling and you are making a difference."
-Elizabethy A. Teets
Public Relations
Davis Health System
Elkin, W. Virginia
April, 2010
"What a wonderful way to share Michelle's story. Thank you for being an angel..."
-Phyllis Welsh
St. Cecilia's Church
Warrenburg, New York
“I wanted to thank you sincerely for directing me to your wife’s wonderful foundation’s website. In this world today where many seem to forgotten the power of prayer and of course the healing power of the Good Lord, Michelle’s Angels serves as a beacon of hope for so many. Although your wife is now with the Lord, the work she (and yourself) started continues to bring hope and caring to a great number of people in need. I offer my deepest condolences, Mr. Knoll for the loss of your wonderful wife and my gratitude for sharing Michelle’s Angels with me and my wife Patricia. May you and your wife’s work continue to grow and blossom to help many more to come.”
-John White
February 7, 2010
“Thank you so much for all your prayers and the prayer book you sent me. The power of prayer is amazing.”
-Loretta Butera
Hendersonville, Tennessee
January 31, 2010
“WOW! Herb I just have to tell you. You are a special man. The things you do touch so many people in such a profound way. I know you have touched my life in ways you don't even know.
Also... I talked with Ken and am very much looking forward to going with everybody in April and doing the show. I'm humbled to get to be a part of such a wonderful thing. Thanks for including me.”
-Greg Johnson
Angel Artist
Spring Hill, Tennessee
January 29, 2010
“Your commitment to help others is obviously a life purpose and one which God and His Heaven are viewing with great rejoicing. No doubt about it, Herb, They need you and every breath you take and every word you make, for you are changing the way people live and see and think and believe. You are Heaven’s Gift to us, for sure.”
-Rita Whitmer
MAF Angel Artist
Author: Angel Talk
Letter: December 30, 2009
"I think what you’re doing is absolutely wonderful and I think it will definitely help get the word out.”
-Chris Lewis
Boise, Idaho
December 8, 2009
“I also wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I can’t imagine how incredibly difficult it has been for you and your family. Your wife was and is truly a beautiful person. I use you as an example when my wife and I are in tough times and start to complain about how tough we think things are. It makes me feel good when I talk to you and see how you can still smile and be positive after all you have been through in life. You are truly an inspiration to me.”
-Mark Rutherford
December 3, 2009
“Thank you for asking about my husband Tom. He is having residual health issues and not currently working…Your website is amazing! The “Four Things” quote brought tears to my eyes…You are certainly doing God’s work and you are an inspiration!”
-Jeanne E. Hellert
Buffalo/Niagara Sales & Marketing Executives
“Your love for Michelle has always been an inspiration to me. I will fight this battle with everthing I have. Thank you for adding me to the prayer list, the power of prayer is amazing.”
-Loretta Butera
Hendersonville, TN
September 5, 2009
"Your a great example of what a man should be, thanks for being a true leader. God Bless you!
-Colin M. aka "Lion from the Lake"
email: August 7, 2009
“Thanks for being a wonderful person. You are really a great example of what a loving person should be.”
-Greg Johnson
Spring Hill, TN
email: August 13, 2009
“Herb has one of the warmest hearts. The outpour of support, sympathy, and affection we received from him and a group of people we didn’t know was incredible to experience. Michelle’s Angels Foundation gave us a special evening with all of these people. We are so grateful to have crossed paths and to have been chosen to be honored at this special event. We sincerely thank all who were involved – the musicians, wait staff, and all who attended – and especially Herb!!”
“And it meant a lot more when your family are all in Europe, and elsewhere. Knowing that we have people who surrounded us, supported us, caring for us, without having met us or know us, really touched me and my daughters.”
-Josette Amsilli
Nashville, TN
Summer - 2009
(Kim Amsilli writing about the Celebration Concert honoring her mother, Josette Amsilli. and produced by the MAF in July 2009)
“It was a very nice event to attend and although tearful, there was a lot of comfort in it. We thank you with appreciation and gratitude for coordinating and making it happen. Our mom never likes to be in the spotlight or take credit for anything, so it was also really nice that she got special attention.”
-Kim Amsilli
Nashville, TN
July 30, 2009
“I would like to be added to your prayer list, my name is Angel Ramirez, North Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. I am in need of prayers because I have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and have went through the radiation and chemo already. I am due to have the “Whipple” procedure on July 22nd.”
-Angel Ramirez
North Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
"You and Michelle have been on my mind, and as I tried to find you, I discovered she passed away over a year ago. I’m so sorry for your loss, I know you had your soul mate beside you to share your life with, she was truly a beautiful, caring “Angel” here on Earth and now in Heaven."
“You are the one person I miss the most in my life, you guided me in the right direction and also taught me some true life lessons. I’m so honored to have met you and experienced working under your “Grand Leadership.”
-Emily (Reilly) Sherfey
June 30, 2009
“It is so mysterious how the Lord works. Last Monday, we were told he (father) may never breathe on his own again or wake up. Now, he is getting stronger and fighting the tumor and cancer with all his might with the good Lord backing him. My family and I would like to thank you for all your prayers, kind words and piece of mind...for once, the internet has shown some positive powers rather than the negatives you see on the news and read about.”
-Jason Torres
June 29, 2009
“I found your web page about your lovely wife Michelle. I lost my Husband Jesse Wilson Mary 14th, 2008 almost a year now from Pancreatic Cancer. I think I should be doing better than I am. It’s been so hard without him. I know he’s I Heaven. He was so tired and ready to be with the Lord. I just wanted to tell you reading about Michelle lifted my spirits & I wanted to share a song my Husband wrote Almighty God, while he was going through Chemo & radiation. Go to www.jessesilwonrecords.com. God Bless you.”
-Kim Wilson
April 21, 2009
“You have done a wonderful thing Herb with that program (MAF) while at the same time keeping Michelle's memory alive. I know she is very grateful.”
-Brian Raiteri
Memphis,TN
April 14, 2009
“Enclosed is our contribution to Michelle’s Angels Foundation. We know the site will be helpful to many people who need prayers and comforting. May God bless your work and efforts to fulfill your dreams of helping others as so many helped to comfort Michelle.”
-Bernice & Lloyd Cooper
Ocala, Florida
July 1, 2008
“Instead of being concerned with your own difficulties, at this time, I know you are worrying about those around you, aren’t you? Because that is what y ou have always done, since I have ever known you.”
-Lynn Yancsurak
February 26, 2008
“Herb, I found your web page about your lovely wife Michelle, I lost my Husband Jesse Wilson May 14 th 2008 almost a year now from Pancreatic Cancer I think I should be doing better than I am it's been so hard without him. I know he's in Heaven he was so tired and ready to be with the Lord. I just wanted to tell you reading about Michelle lifted my spirits & I wanted to share a song my Husband wrote Almighty God , while he was going through Chemo & radiation go to www.jessewilsonrecords.com God Bless you.”
-Kim Wilson
“Please add the name of Mary Ann Guterman to “Mitch’s” prayer list. Mary Ann has cancer; she’s having chemo treatments and we are praying for her full recovery. Herb, you have done a wonderful job, developing the website to honor and support Mitch and other names on the prayer list.“
-Barrett Jones
November 15, 2006
“We wanted to you (Michelle and Herb) both to know how much we appreciate you sharing your story and just how much your story has impacted our lives! We were so moved by your inspirational journey and wanted to share with our membership. We truly believe that the lives of our readers will also be touched by your story of angels, faith and family. We are blessed to have met you and believe we have made new friends for life.”
-Christian Country Music Association
May 30, 2006
“You can not imagine the happiness and difference that you (and your bride Michelle) have brought to my life. I also want to tell you that Lisa (deceased) was similarly inspired. Thank you for your prayers, your kind thoughts and your calls.”
-Phil Carbone
Phoenix, MD21131
January 21, 2006
“What a blessing you are to us. Ric Stubblefield is our son and how fortunate we feel to have you as a mentor for him. The story in the paper touched my heart so while reading and then it clicked with me who you were. I misplaced the article and this weekend Ric gave us the website. The song is beautiful. I have listened to several times tonight. My sister had very serious breast cancer and has had many trials in her life. The song and your whole story is very comforting to others…Herb, thanks so much for being the boss and mentor that every Mom prays for, for their children…You have been our Angel.”
-Sylvia Stubblefield
Springfield, TN
October 19, 2005
“I hardly know you, I don’t know your wife but am awed by the uttler love you have for her. I feel that like Michelle, I am blessed to have an immense amount of love from my husband, for better or worse, in sickness and in health.“
“Now I would like to tell you about Kelly. When I met Kelly, she had already battled breast cancer and had a double masactomy. She had been thru the ringer…with little support from her husband, who belitted her and thought of her illness as a burden. …I wish Kelly had had the power of her husband’s love like Michelle has from you and I have from (my husband). Could that power have made a difference? Would she be here today? Maybe not…but my heart aches that she did not have it.”
-Lisa Watkins
Clarkstown, TN
October 10, 2005
“I want to thank you for your wonderful website. It was God’s way of telling us that we must never doubt our lives are in His arms…God Bless You and thank you for your story of faith and hope.”
-Lisa Voss
“My name is Khristie Stoecklein and I heard about the celebration you had at the Bluebird for your wife Michelle. I also read the article in the Tennessean about Michelle’s diagnosis. My sister, Lana, was diagnosed in August with pancreatic cancer. She is 52 years old and before this, considered to be in good health. …I forwarded the article from the internet to my sister…I’m trying to find out as much as I can about Michelle, so that I might entice my sister to reach out to those who have gone through or are going through the same hell she is living.”
-Khristie Stoecklein
Nashville, TN
September 26, 2005
“It was a moving and memorable time. You are a hard act to follow.”
(Writing about Michelle’s BlueBird Concert of September 17, 2005)
-Don Knoll
Williamsville, NY
September 25, 2005
"Michelle- You have set a true example of strength, determination and dignity these past few months. You have inspired us all to never give up, push to a newer tomorrow & live each day we have to its fullest. May this small Angel remind you on your holiday tree – that truly there are angels all around us. God Bless you always. You’re amazing."
-Gerald Odom
Nashville, TN
September 17, 2005
“It was so touching an inspiring to hear your story of hope and love and the beauty of the human spirit when put to the test. It shows God’s glory at work in every heart and it is one more reason to love the Lord deeply and to seek him out at every opportunity.”
-Kim Parent
Nashville, TN
August 11, 2005
“I am reminded of a book I read years ago, “Living well is the best revenge”. Gerald Murphy wrote the book. He was fairly wealthy…hung out with Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, Picasso, Hemingway, Cole Porter…
…Gerald Murphy and Scott Fitzgerald were on a train heading to Germany to pick up/rescue the Murphy Children.” (Hitler was swinging into action.) On the train, Fitzgerald was upset about how everything was falling apart – their storied time coming to an end. They’d lost a few friends, some were seriously ill. Zelda Fitzgerald was institutionalized for alcohol. And now they were on this rescue mission to Germany – and, of course the treat of war was looming.
Murphy’s response was that unfortunate things happen to everyone – so much so that it can’t be what really matters. What really matters, he aid, is what we invent, what we create for ourselves and those around us.
I salute you, Herb – for your strength and courage, for all that you have invented. The “Angels” is just so perfect…”
-A. R. Greene, Jr.
RBM Systems, Inc.
Cambridge, MA
Email: April 24, 2005
“My name is Katherine Pike and I am a life-long friend of Angela Brown’s. I live in Grimsby, Ontario, Canada with husband, Stuart, and 8 year old daughter, Louisa. Stuart is the rector of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, a very lovely church where Angela was baptized 5 years ago on March 5th by Stuart.
“We, as a congregation, (200 people on a Sun) have been praying for you since we heard about you via Angela. In our home, we pray for you every night! Recently, I was too tired to speak (just a bad cold) so Louisa prayed. And when we got to the prayer “hit list” part she said, “And we can’t forget Michelle, right, Mummy?”
-Katherine Pike
Grimsby, Ontario, Canada
January 20, 2005