Known affectionately by so many as “Big Mike,” he had a way of making every gathering more fun simply by being there. He was the life of the party, a natural storyteller, and someone whose stories could keep a room laughing long after they had heard the story, even if they’ve heard the story before. Fun, loving, generous, and unmistakably himself, Mike was the kind of person people were drawn to. He made friends easily, cared deeply, and was loved by so many throughout the community.