Mike was preceded in death by his parents Frederick and Audrey Fitch; his brother, John; and his beloved wife, Nancy Ellen Fitch.
Mike dedicated 30 years to the United States Navy serving as a fighter pilot, retiring at the rank of Captain and in the position of Commanding Officer. He received numerous accolades to include distinctions in Naval service too numerous to count, a degree from the University of Pittsburgh, a Masters in Business Administration from the University of San Francisco, and Professorship with St. Leo University. He will be affectionately remembered for his commitment to education, family, country, and most of all his cherished Nancy.
Survivors include his children: Ken (Natalie) of Philadelphia; Ashleigh (Henry V); Kate (Jarrod); and his three grandchildren: Lindsay, Drew and Henry VI, of Virginia Beach.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, June 23, 5:00 p.m. at Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home, 601 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach, Va.
Friends may offer condolences at www.kellumfuneralhome.com