Michael graduated from Klein High School in 1989 and attended Texas Tech University and The
University of Texas. He graduated from the Austin Fire Academy on October 12, 2007 and proudly served as an Austin Firefighter for 12 years, relishing the commitment, camaraderie, and mission the role embodies.
He fell in love with Austin, with its remarkable blend of charm, weirdness, music, hills, and lakes. He was an enthusiastic artist and musician and, appropriately, had a rather unique and extensive collection of art and music.
Mike was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hiking, cycling, surfing, snowboarding, scuba diving, walking his dog and riding his motorcycle. Austin was a great fit.
His love of all animals knew no bounds and he was truly passionate about protecting the environment.
Michael is survived by his parents, Paul and Diana White; brother, Andy and his wife, Courtney; niece and nephew, Sophia and Brody; grandparents, Helen White and, the late, Robert White; and grandparents, the late, Lea and Earl Hughes. Also survived by his girlfriend, Julie Allison and her daughter, Drew. He also leaves a host of loving extended family and friends.
Michael will be in our hearts forever!
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Austin Firefighter Relief and Outreach Fund or the Austin Animal Center.