Many people knew Mike as a brilliant local musician. He was also a dedicated father that loved his kids more than anything.

A friend you could call at 3 a.m., and he would listen because we all knew he was awake.

He loved going fishing and hunting when he was healthy enough to go.

An avid Civil War buff, collecting American history and even reenacting as Jeb Stuart.

He was my best friend since I was a kid, as he was to many of you. He made lifelong friendships.

Please come together now and help his family cover the cost of funeral expenses and keeping his home for his kids. If you can not donate please take a moment to share.