Michael" Mike" Joseph Gerleman, was born on April 17, 1971, toRobert and Wilai Gerleman, in Laredo AFB, Texas but settled down in Glendale, AZ. Mike struggled with an ongoing battle of heart issues and passed away peacefully on April 17, 2024,at the age of 53.
Mike was a very charismatic handyman who was always willing to offer a helping hand to his friends and family. When he was not working with his friends at Horizon Equipment, a job he cherished very much, Mike would be at home spending time with his family and pets, watching movies, and visiting the casino on occasion. Mike loved animals and would often go out of his way to make sure the animals he would find on-site at Horizon Equipment were taken care of. Michael will be remembered for the limitless generosity and kindness he extended to others as well as for being a proud father of five, grandfather of three, and long-term partner to Diana Ori.