His Dad Wayne was in the Air Force and stationed in Alaska. His Mom Shirley worked full time at Pacific Bell Telephone Co. When he was 15 years old he helped his Dad with his car business. Michael graduated from Hiram Johnson High School and continued working with his Dad. He married and was Dad to Travis, Rachel & Courtney. He enjoyed Harley rides with his friends. He was later heavily involved with his real estate investments. He also enjoyed golf vacations, but his real love and enjoyment was fishing with his buddies in Baja.