Michael attended Traverse City High School, class of 1978. He loved to spend time with his family and enjoyed activities with them. He loved his wife and family very much. He enjoyed going to the beach as much as possible and also enjoyed days of golfing in the sun.
Michael is survived by his wife, Jennifer Laurie; three daughters, Shawna Toccalino, Shannon Laurie (Dean Bartzokis), and Kathryn Laurie; four sisters, Connie Schumacher, Marilyn Blum, Evanne MacDonnell, and Aimee LaRue; brother, Charles Schneider three granddaughters, Skylar Cox, Sicily Lucey, and Isla Laurie; and grandson, Samuel Lucey,
Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Kathryn LaRue and father, Ivan Laurie; two brothers, John Schneider and James Schneider; and stepfather, Alan LaRue.
A gathering for Michael will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Robert Toale and Sons Funeral Home at Manasota Memorial Park, 1221 53rd Ave East, Bradenton, FL 34203. A celebration of life will occur immediately following with Pastor Steve Coad officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 12502 USF Pine Drive, Tampa, FL 33612 or St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 3507 East Frontage Road, Tampa, FL 33607.