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    30 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael and Ton in Japan

    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Nagel family in Austria

    🕯 Gigi Llanera Freeman lit a candle Dear Ton and your beautiful children, I have not met you but I have met Michael, having worked with him at the Manila Hilton Intl. I was department head of Sales and he was in Food & Beverage. I remember him fondly, he and his quiet ways and his professionalism. He was such a good person. I was saddened to h...

    Gigi Llanera Freeman31 May 2013
    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael and Casaundra in Manila

    I remember being newly married and making my first move across the world as the wife of a hotelier. I have yet to meet a kinder and more welcoming boss in the hotel world than Michael Nagel. He was so warm and sincere and really went out of his way to make sure I was included and comfortable. For the very short time I knew Michael, I saw in him t...

    Angela Ressa31 May 2013

    🕯 Kerstin Koppelt lit a candle Michael, es ist schön zu wissen, dass du dort Abschied genommen hast,wo du herkamst. Ruhe in Frieden. Ton and your lovely family, we wish you a lot of strength. Feel free coming to Hamburg any time. Love Kerstin Oetjen and family

    Kerstin Koppelt31 May 2013
    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael and Marc

    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael and Ton's Wedding Day

    🕯 Aino Deutsch lit a candle Yes, Alter (this is how I used to call him, way back in Manila times...its hard to fathom that you are now in a better place..though our ways parted since then, our times in Manila are forever ingrained in our memories. I still recall the many enjoyable moments, when you picked me up at my hotel to go to Ding Velayo to ...

    Aino Deutsch31 May 2013

    🕯 Nirmala Kanagarajah lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc & Casaundra Michael meant the world to me both on a professional and personal note. Michael would always step by my desk or if he did not without fail will always send a "wave" as he passed through our office. I had the pleasure of working with Michael and it was Michael who promoted ...

    Nirmala Kanagarajah31 May 2013

    🕯 Klaus Schumann lit a candle Dear Ton and Family, like so many others we are devastated by this news. We would like to express our deep condolences. Our thoughts are with all of you. We will always remember Michael and the good times we spent together in Seoul and Kuala Lumpur. He will be deeply missed. Arlene,Klaus,Robert+Marcus Schumann

    Klaus Schumann31 May 2013
    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael Nagel

    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael, Kamina and Marc in Japan

    🕯 Rianna Riego lit a candle

    Rianna Riego31 May 2013
    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael and Oma in Helgoland

    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael, Ton and Kamina on the way to Helgoland

    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Michael and Casaundra

    31 May 2013

    Kamina Nagel Ton and Michael in Sydney

    🕯 San Amalan lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc & Casaundra, We just heard the shocking news and very much saddened to know Michael has left this world. How can we forget the joy and sweet memories that Michael brought us in PJ, Malaysia and again in Beijing, China together with Ton. We know it’s always easier said than done to cast away the p...

    San Amalan31 May 2013

    🕯 Kumar Chugani lit a candle Dearest Ton, Kamina, Marc and Casaundra, We are deeply sorry for your loss. May the almighty Lord bless dear Michael's soul and he rest in everlasting peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love,Sunita and Kumar

    Kumar Chugani1 Jun 2013

    🕯 Mark de Venecia lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc, Casaundra, We are truly saddened by the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you in this difficult time. Lots of love, Mark and Anna de Venecia

    Mark de Venecia1 Jun 2013

    🕯 Babette Alava lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc and Casaundra, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. You are always in our thoughts and prayers, Tita Consol Eugene & Babette Dennis, Teesa & Dominic

    Babette Alava1 Jun 2013

    🕯 Yulius Santoso lit a candle Rest in peace, Michael... You are an inspiration!

    Yulius Santoso1 Jun 2013

    🕯 Rianna Riego lit a candle There will be no lack of praise and affection for Michael and those unforgettable blue eyes. Many of my memories at the Manila Hilton were of wonderful times shared with him. He was far too special that I had to introduce him to my best friend, Ton. Time and space did not afford us many moments after we all went our se...

    Rianna Riego1 Jun 2013

    🕯 ok yoon lit a candle I feel proud to have worked for him for over 6 years in Seoul as his PA. Among many GMs over 20 years, Michael definitely excells. His presence will have a lasting effect on me. He was such a character who had a magic force to get those around him feel significant and comfortable so that they can fulfill duties with all wi...

    ok yoon1 Jun 2013
    1 Jun 2013

    Kumar Chugani

    🕯 민기 장 lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina Marc and Casaundra, I can't believe that Michael is no longer wit us. He was a truly kind and nice person as well as the best GM to Seoul Hilton where he had worked for 7 years. We, all Korean cplleagues will forever miss him and beautiful memories such as "X-mas Train, Hilton Children's Day, Walk for Namsan......

    민기 장2 Jun 2013

    🕯 Timothy Soper lit a candle I cannot find the words to properly express my feelings. My heart goes out to Ton, Kamina, Marc and Cassaundra for their loss. Michael was a close friend and colleague for more than 20 years, a mentor to myself and many others, and a truly fine man. I shall miss him greatly. He and the family are in our thoughts and pr...

    Timothy Soper2 Jun 2013

    🌷 teesa daluz gave a flower Dearest Ton, Kamina,Marc, and Cassaundra, A flower to accompany our candle to show our deepest sympathy on your loss. Prayers too that God accompany you in your journey of grief...masses on may 30 & 31 in Rockwell chapel were offered for Michael. Tita Consoling Eugene and Babette Dennid, Teesa and Dominic

    teesa daluz2 Jun 2013

    🕯 Christoph Weidemann lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina Marc and Casaundra, it is hard for me to realize that Michael has left us, no one else has influenced me as much as he did. He was always there with advice help and love. Michael was the greatest uncle to have fun with and the best mentor I could have wished for to guide and support. Our thought...

    Christoph Weidemann2 Jun 2013

    🕯 Hans Jurgen Kahrs lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc, Casaundra and "Oma". Tomorrow will be the day to say goodbye to Michael and I like to pray for all you that you will send Michael off to a peaceful and blessed journey, where he can find his freedom and he will be still looking over us from heaven....I was reading the nice comments written b...

    Hans Jurgen Kahrs3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Brice Pean lit a candle Dear Ton We never met but Michael was a true friend when I was working for Hilton. Please accept my sincere condolences, I will miss him dearly. Brice & Claudia

    Brice Pean3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Alicia Poon lit a candle I am very saddened by the sudden demise of Michael. I will always remember Michael, the calm, efficient and capable GM of Seoul and PJ Hilton (during my days as PA to the VP Operations at the Hilton Area Office) - he was always efficient and ready with all the facts and replies, regardless of the demands that came his w...

    Alicia Poon3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Teresa Reyes lit a candle Vlad was asked by Martin Rinck, President Hilton Worldwide Asia Pacific to say something about Michael the end of the 1st day of the Greater China Mongolia Leadership Conference held at the Hilton Shanghai this past Wednesday 29th May 2013. Michael Nagel - Husband, Father & Friend 29 May 2013, Shanghai PRC At ar...

    Teresa Reyes3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Susie Nawawi lit a candle Dearest Ton, I am truly saddened to hear about Michaels passing. My deepest condolences to you and the family. Michael was such a kind, caring & helpful person. I remember the time when Michael had helped fix the high ceiling lights in my house. That was quite a challenge but he did it! I will always remember the goo...

    Susie Nawawi3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Roger lilian lit a candle Dear Ton and family, I never had the chance to work with Michael directly but the few occasions I meet him have always been good times, full of joy and with always this shinny light in his eyes. We will all miss him and he is now the shinny star looking after you and us. Lilian & Celine ROGER

    Roger lilian3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Linda Steiner lit a candle Dear dear Ton, Michael is fondly remembered. May his soul rest in peace . May you , Kamina, Marc and Casaundra be comforted by the Only One Who can.

    Linda Steiner3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Philippe Kronberg lit a candle Dear Ton, I am very saddened by the loss of Michael and wanted to express my sincere condolences to you and the children. I worked with Michael as a colleague during my time in China and had the chance to meet you in Shanghai. To me, Michael was a top guy who was very genuine and very close to his teams and friend...

    Philippe Kronberg3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Mariese Lim lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc and Casaundra, we still remember the dinner we had togehter last year at the Hilton in Beijing on Valentins Day. We had such a good time together as we always had e.g. in Taipei, in Helgoland or in Berlin. We keep these memories in our hearts and will remember Michael as a very special and wonde...

    Mariese Lim3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Eduardo Olbes lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc, & Casaundra, The broad arc of Michael's life and the unique manner in which he lived it -kind, gentle, generous, dedicated, diligent- is evident in the way that he touched so many -including our family-. I miss him. We love you all very much. Edu, Blanche & Luca

    Eduardo Olbes3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Cindy Yoong lit a candle Dear Ton & family, So sorry to hear about Michel. Our deepest condolences. We will treasure the wonderful memories of Michael & your family whilst in KL! Cindy & Jonathan

    Cindy Yoong3 Jun 2013

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul rest in peace. Amen

    Jane Wong4 Jun 2013
    4 Jun 2013

    Chris Roberts Micahel Surprise Birthday Party!

    🕯 Anna Holdsworth lit a candle Dearest Ton, Kamina, Marc and Casaundra, It was a privilege to have known Michael and we will always remember his wonderful smile and that twinkle in his eye. He was such a family man and you made him so happy. We will be thinking of you all today and praying for comfort and strength. Much love, Anna, Chris, Sam,...

    Anna Holdsworth4 Jun 2013
    4 Jun 2013

    Chris Roberts Michael & I enjoying lunch

    🕯 Chris Roberts lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc & Cassandra, My thoughts are with you today as they have been for the last couple of months! My deepest sympathy to all of you, and can only imagine the feelings you must be experiencing right now. Michael for me was not only my boss, but a true friend, support and father figure. He kicked me ...

    Chris Roberts4 Jun 2013

    🕯 Werner Graessle lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc & Casaundra, We are so saddened by the news of Michael’s Passing and are sure he is in heaven now watching over you all. We offer you our deepest sympathy. Michael will always be remembered in our hearts as a good man and a very good friend. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are wit...

    Werner Graessle4 Jun 2013
    4 Jun 2013

    Chris Roberts The team Celebrating with Michael

    🕯 Marina Mahathir lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc and Cassaundra, was so shocked to hear this sad news from Sunita. We were just in Kobe together talking about old times including reminiscing about you and Michael. So this news just a few days later was truly a bolt out of the blue. I didn't even know he was ill. I'll always remember what a ni...

    Marina Mahathir4 Jun 2013

    🕯 Marizon Paraan Alli lit a candle Dear Ton and family, Our love and prayers go out to you and hope that you are comforted knowing that Michael is now at peace in the bosom of the Almighty... Love and hugs from Jun, Marizon, Kia, Luigi, Rocky and Lalique Alli in Manila

    Marizon Paraan Alli4 Jun 2013

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle

    Jane Wong4 Jun 2013

    🕯 Kamina Nagel lit a candle This is for you Daddy. Today's going to be tough but I know you'll be right there beside me the whole time :) Miss you so much.

    Kamina Nagel4 Jun 2013

    🕯 Marita Sayn-Nikitaridis lit a candle Dearest Ton, Kamina, Marc and Casaundra, please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loving husband and wonderful father! We will always fondly remember him as the most caring and generous person! May happy memories help you all through this time of sorrow! Our thoughts and prayers are wit...

    Marita Sayn-Nikitaridis4 Jun 2013
    4 Jun 2013

    Chris Roberts One of our many FUN team Parties

    🕯 Jean-Philippe & Marlene Jacopin lit a candle Dear Ton, I met Michael on few occasions and Marlene met you in Shanghai and we both have been touched by your kindness and warm hearts. Michael was a generous colleague who always had a friendly word to anybody who would meet him.We are very saddened by your great loss and our thoughts and prayers a...

    Jean-Philippe & Marlene Jacopin4 Jun 2013

    🕯 James Smith lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc and Casaundra, Our friends James Smith and Michael Schuetzendorf shared with us the sad news about Michael's passing away. In the name of our Alumni the HILTON INTERNATIONAL OLD TIMERS, we send you our deepest condolences and friendly sympathies. Michael was overall appreciated as a very prof...

    James Smith4 Jun 2013
    5 Jun 2013

    Kobie Andrus

    🕯 Han Wang lit a candle

    Han Wang5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Eileen Xu lit a candle The pain pass, may you rest in peace!

    Eileen Xu5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Ellen Zhang lit a candle rest in peace

    Ellen Zhang5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle

    Jane Wong5 Jun 2013

    🌷 Penny Yang gave a flower I will miss you forever!Your spirit will always affect me

    Penny Yang5 Jun 2013
    5 Jun 2013

    Kobie Andrus

    🌷 Shusen Wang gave a flower

    Shusen Wang5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Dagmar Muhle lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc and Cassaundra this is a very impersonal way to leave a message but perhaps appropriate for people like yourselves who move around in the world. I prayed so much for Michael in the last few months and sadly he lost his brave battle. You must be devastated and my thoughts and prayers are with yo...

    Dagmar Muhle5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Susan Wang lit a candle Michael, rest in peace

    Susan Wang5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Willa Lu lit a candle

    Willa Lu5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Aviva Xu lit a candle Grandpa! Thank you very much! My first general manager, I will remember you forever! A warm hug!

    Aviva Xu5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Rambo Wang lit a candle rest in peace

    Rambo Wang5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Allen Li lit a candle

    Allen Li5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Shusen Wang lit a candle

    Shusen Wang5 Jun 2013

    🕯 Dean Zhang lit a candle

    Dean Zhang6 Jun 2013

    🕯 Dean Zhang lit a candle Michael,these days once i saw your pic here and I can not believe the reality. your spirit will encourage young generation to be generous,loyalty,fighting with life challenge. You will be missed forever and I hope you will remember us...

    Dean Zhang6 Jun 2013

    🕯 Mariese Lim lit a candle

    Mariese Lim8 Jun 2013

    🕯 Alan Verrinder lit a candle Michael was my first cousin and someone I have known, loved and respected all my life. Michael was one of those really successful people who just have to admire, a great family man, super business man and all round good guy! Unfortunately we lived on opposite sides of the planet so we only met up every few years. But ...

    Alan Verrinder12 Jun 2013

    🕯 Chris Roberts lit a candle Just booking for Michaels service on 22nd... Will be the first time I am not excitted to come back to Beijing to visit! We all miss you Michael!

    Chris Roberts13 Jun 2013

    🕯 Kamina Nagel lit a candle "He is not lost our dearest love, Nor has he travelled far, Just stepped inside home's loveliest room And left the door ajar." Miss you Dad, Kamina x

    Kamina Nagel20 Jun 2013

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle

    Jane Wong22 Jun 2013

    🕯 Eileen Xu lit a candle

    Eileen Xu23 Jun 2013

    🕯 Chris Roberts lit a candle What a wonderful service last Saturday... Im sure you had a chuckle watching us all Michael... Miss you!

    Chris Roberts26 Jun 2013

    🕯 Wolfgang Maier lit a candle Dear Ton, Kamina, Marc & Casaundra: It was just today that I learnend of the sad loss of Michael, my dear longtime collegue and friend. Michael and I shared so many paths of our individual careers during the many years I was based in Asia. "His" Hilton Beijing was "My" Beijing Hilton from 1997 to 1999. It seems like i...

    Wolfgang Maier27 Jun 2013

    🕯 Rose Basi lit a candle We don't forget you,,,sir Michael,your always in our heart....we miss you...

    Rose Basi29 May 2014

    🕯 Kobie Andrus lit a candle Thinking you today Michael as well as your family! xx

    Kobie Andrus29 May 2014

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle

    Jane Wong29 May 2014

    🕯 Herbert Klinkhammer lit a candle I have fond Memories of Michael, whom I worked with first at the Royal Teheran Hilton in 1975, after we lost contact and worked again together at the Seoul Hilton 1994-1995. A great Person, Professional and Friend. When I think about him, I close my Eyes and smile.....May God bless you and your lovely Family, Her...

    Herbert Klinkhammer29 May 2014

    🕯 Alexa B lit a candle Sending my love, thoughts and prayers to you and your family today. I know you are watching over and guiding them everyday. Your spirit will always be with them. Love always, Alexa xo

    Alexa B29 May 2014

    🕯 Jan Elgar lit a candle

    Jan Elgar29 May 2014

    🕯 Ventsislava Nedova lit a candle "What you have once enjoyed you can never lose. All that you love deeply becomes a part of you."Veni&family from Bulgaria

    Ventsislava Nedova29 May 2014

    🕯 Cherry Ng lit a candle You really have a beautiful and loving family Michael. Will be thinking of you and your family today.

    Cherry Ng29 May 2014

    🕯 Alexandra Ferullo lit a candle Your Soul thrives on through the loved ones you left behind and will never perish. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you and your beautiful family.. Alex Brender Ferullo & family

    Alexandra Ferullo29 May 2014

    🕯 Alicia Poon lit a candle Will always remember Michael as one of the best GMs I have worked with ...

    Alicia Poon29 May 2014

    🕯 Kamina Nagel lit a candle I miss you everyday Daddy. And I love you so very much. I can't wait till the day we are all reunited, so please be patient because I know that we all have a long, beautiful life ahead of us thanks to your incredible guidance and love. I feel your strength and wisdom in me, and it makes me feel close to you, always. ...

    Kamina Nagel29 May 2014

    🕯 Nick Ross lit a candle

    Nick Ross29 May 2014

    🕯 Alexa B lit a candle

    Alexa B29 May 2014

    🕯 Nirmala Kanagarajah lit a candle Always in my thoughts, miss you dearly.

    Nirmala Kanagarajah30 May 2014

    🕯 Shusen Wang lit a candle miss you, michael.

    Shusen Wang25 Jun 2014

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle Missing my boss, a good friend and mentor dearly. Continue to look over us, ok?

    Jane Wong29 Mar 2015

    🕯 Kamina Nagel lit a candle Happy Birthday Daddy! I love you so much, and miss you even more (if that's even possible). Thank you for always watching over us. Yours forever, Kamina

    Kamina Nagel29 Mar 2015

    🕯 Cherry Ng lit a candle

    Cherry Ng29 Mar 2015

    🕯 Jan Elgar lit a candle Always love ❤️

    Jan Elgar29 Mar 2015

    🕯 Sarah lit a candle Happy birthday. Thinking of you and your family!

    Sarah -30 Mar 2015

    🕯 Reimer Jürgens lit a candle So sad! Reimer

    Reimer Jürgens30 Mar 2015

    🕯 Shusen Wang lit a candle Miss you forever!Michael

    Shusen Wang28 May 2015

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle Miss you forever Michael, keep watching over us, ok?

    Jane Wong29 May 2015

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle 3 years and still missing you, Michael, my dear friend, boss and mentor.

    Jane Wong29 May 2016

    🕯 Shusen Wang lit a candle Missing you Michael. I just came back from Germany and remembered that small island story that you ever told us about your hometown.

    Shusen Wang3 Aug 2016

    🕯 Shusen Wang lit a candle missing you, Michael

    Shusen Wang23 Dec 2016

    🕯 Jane Wong lit a candle "Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord. Perpectual light shines upon him. May he rest in peace". You're forever missed, Michael. Big hug xx

    Jane Wong29 May 2017

    🕯 Shusen Wang lit a candle Miss you, Michael

    Shusen Wang15 Apr 2019

    🕯 Shusen Wang lit a candle Miss you forever, Michael.

    Shusen Wang22 Apr 2020
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    Michael Nagel

    29 Mar 1952 - 29 May 2013

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