Michel was born in Astoria , Queens , NY on May 12, 1939. As a little boy he helped to care for his sick mother, who had a heart problem. He learned, at four years old, how to cook a 3-minute egg for his mom. He was a very giving and loving man. It was no surprise he wanted to donate his body to be used as needed. I wish more people felt this way, as a lot of people are waiting for a phone call that will save a life. Mike use to say, “It only takes a minute to save someone's life”. I was hoping they could use his beautiful green Irish eyes, but they were too swollen. They were able to procure his skin.

Mike was a husband, father and grandpa. We all could depend on him to take care of us and be there when we needed him. He was full of fun, always had a joke for everyone. Mike is greatly loved and missed.