Age 54, passed away on July 25, 2017. Michael was born in Kalamazoo on September 6, 1962. Despite extraordinary obstacles, Michael educated himself; worked in several foundries in the Kalamazoo area; and was an enormous support to the family business, Gazley Upholstry. He was a survivor, NASCAR fan, the neighborhood watchman, “Mr. Fix It”, friend, brother, and at times, a great practical joker. Michael, may you rest in peace and be blessed with happiness you did not find here on earth. Michael was preceded in death in death by his parents, Donna and George Gazley. He is survived by his loving friends, neighbors, cousins, aunts and uncles.