Michael Eugene Oxsen

Michael was born in La Mesa, CA to Lowell and Helen Oxsen. They moved to San Francisco when Michael was 3 years old, so Lowell could study to be a dentist. Then moved to San Jose where Lowell started his dental practice in Willow Glen. Michael lived the rest of his life in Willow Glen, attending Lincoln Glen Elementary, Markham Jr High and Willow Glen High School. After high school Michael joined the Army and spent time in Vietnam as an air traffic controller on a small base. When he returned he started his studies at San Jose City College and received his BS in Chemistry from San Jose State University. He began his career at IBM. Where he worked for over 10 years. He left IBM to work for Nashua Corp. He then went to work for Oliver Design as president of the company. Eventually buying the company and then selling it after working hard to make it a success.

Michael met his future wife, Laurel, in 1971. They were married in 1977 and had four boys. Michael spent many Saturdays attending baseball, football and hockey games with the boys. An avid 49ers and Sharks fan he was present at many games. He volunteered his time to Willow Glen High School football games videotaping the games for the coaching staff. At the end of the season he would make a video for the players. He enjoyed giving his time to the team.

Michael and Laurel spent their retirement years traveling and enjoying the grandchildren.They spent a lot of time in Maui, vacationing with dear friends Cathy and Dave and enjoying many other adventures all over the world.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents Lowell and Helen Oxsen.

Michael is survived by his wife, Laurel and their four sons, Nicholas (Christina), Jonathan (NIcole), Nathan (Jenny) and Robert,2 beautiful granddaughters, Hailey and Amelia and a wonderful grandson, Owen. He is also survived by his sisters Kristine (Richard), Laura (Michael), and brother Jerauld (Susan).Also survived by many nieces, nephews and in-laws.

Michael will be greatly missed in all our lives.

There will be a visitation on March 14, 2024 from 9:00 - 11:00 am at Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 300 Curtner Avenue, San Jose.