Walter "Mike" Black

W.M. "Mike" Black, 77, passed away May 6, 2015 at his home. Mike was born in Toledo, Ohio June 17, 1937. He was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Isabel (Border) Black; sister, Judith Judy. He is survived by his loving wife Ellen of 54 years; daughter, Laura (Doug) Ball and grandson, Spencer; sister, Kate Haberstock and several nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends. Mike graduated from the University of Toledo, where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He worked for Owens Illinois, Nekoosa Packaging and retired from Georgia Pacific Box Plant as General Manager. Mike was a member of Community United Methodist Church, past member of Tecumseh Board of Directors, past Chairman of Pickaway County United Way, member of Rotary Club, Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever and B.P.O.E. Elks. After a 3 year battle with cancer, Mike gave many thanks to the James Cancer Research Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington D.C. 20090, in honor of a close friend; or Berger Hospice, 1170 N. Court St., Circleville, Ohio 43113. Friends may call from 2-4:30PM with a Celebration of Life beginning at 4:30PM on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Defenbaugh-Wise-Schoedinger Funeral Home, 151 E. Main St., Circleville, Ohio 43113.