John Michaels Memorial Fund

John Michaels, “JM”, a beloved friend and brother, passed away suddenly April 3, 2021. 

JM had a love for many things. Music was a passion as well a treasure hunt called “The Secret”, created in 1982, by Byron Preiss.  

John’s passion for this treasure hunt inspired him to co-create a podcast dedicated to the hunt and lay the foundation for a Facebook following of over 9,000 members.  

Driven by his love of “The Secret”, he generously created and funded a Tribute Hunt, which he launched in February of 2019.  

Beautiful and challenging, as only JM could create, the hunt continues with many believing that treasure awaits in Cherokee Park in Louisville, KY.

JM will be missed greatly by The Secret community.  It only seems fitting that a tribute be made to the man who mentored and encouraged so many.

Tristina Hesselmeyer, and other members of The Secret community, have proposed a
“tribute” bench be placed in Cherokee Park, in memory of JM. 

Please donate so that this very fitting tribute can be made. Thank you.

For questions, please contact Tristina
Hesselmeyer, Rich Blandford or Gabrielle
Sandbothe through FB Messenger.