Michael C. Summerville
June 3, 1943 – February 17, 2021
He has been cremated and there will be a celebration of life when the weather is appropriate. The family would like to thank the kind, caring and compassionate staff who had become part of his “family” at Vicinia Gardens for the care they gave Mike during the past eight months. Memorial Contributions may be made to Kindred Hospice, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Michael Charles Summerville passed away peacefully at Vicinia Gardens surrounded by many people who loved him. Everybody who knew Mike enjoyed his unlimited funny stories and his great contagious laugh. He was an avid hunter who also loved fishing, gardening, and hockey. As a result, he had a circle of sport enthusiast friends and shared many adventures with them over the years. Mike was born on June 3, 1943 in Kalamazoo. After high school he completed four years of service in the Navy and then went to work for the railroad (Grand Trunk, Conrail, and Amtrak) where he remained for 38 years. Mike also had a sobriety record that numbered 33 years. In 1981, he married Colleen Hatfield and they became a blended family of six. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marilyn (Fitzgerald), his parents, Milo and Virginia (Molenaar), and a sister, Janet Sorrentino. He is survived by his wife, Colleen; daughters, Cheryl (Dale) Warren, Julie Hatfield Fillmore; sons, Sean Summerville and Robert (Kim) Hatfield; 9 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren; sister, Patty (David) Lamb; brother, Steve Summerville; as well as several nieces and nephews.
My brother. I know that every time I’m hunting or fishing your spirit will be right next to me.
Colleen and family: We would like to express our condolences to all of you. Prayers and love to you all. We always enjoyed spending time with Mike. So many stories ! Pat and Jim
God will wrap His loving arms around you all at this time for comfort and peace. I love you all.
Our deep and sincere condolences to you, Colleen, and your family with Mike’s passing. He fought a difficult battle and you were his special angel. His spirit and presence will find you in your beloved memories of your life together. Your love will continue to bind you in this life and forever.
Collen and Family This saddens me to hear about Mike. He was a sweetheart and a very giving man. I know you will all miss him greatly. I agree with Riley, his stories and jokes were great. Keep his memory alive in your heart. Love to you all!
I didn’t know Mike all that long, but he was always so kind and welcoming when I came to your house. I will never forget his GIANT drinking cup! He always gave such good hugs, and he had a twinkle in his eye like he was about to tell a joke. I remember at the dinner at our house, he made a point to say how much he loved you, Colleen, and how he couldn’t manage without you. He wanted everyone to know how much he appreciated everything you did for him. You both went through a very long battle and it showed everyone what real love and commitment is about. You lived your vows to the very end. Rest in Peace, Mike. Love, Lynne Grant
I’m so very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the family and I will keep you in my thought and prayers. Treasa