Age 86 Originally of McKees Rocks, PA, Mike lived in many places including Mendota Hts, MN & Olympia, WA. He is survived by his wonderful wife of 64 years, Alice; 7 children, John (Sandy), Gloria (Buddy) Ferguson, Linda (Patrick) Schmidt, Marie (Robin) PanLener, Julie Padelford, Jo (Eric) Borchers and Roger; 11 grandchildren & 4 great-grandchildren. A retired Navy senior chief petty officer & pioneer in high-altitude balloon research, Mike was also a gardener, golfer & musician who played with the Puget Sound Button Box (accordion) Group. We will never hear a polka or waltz without thinking of him. He died peacefully at home with the support of his family & Providence Sound Home Care & Hospice. Memorials preferred to Providence.
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