THERE ARE NOT WORD'S TO EXPRESS HOW BROKEN HEARTED I AM TO LEARN OF MR. MIKE'S PASSING.  HE HAS SAW ME THROUGH THE LOSS OF ALL MY GRANDPARENT'S & AUNT'S/UNCLE'S & MOST RECENTLY ON THANK'SGIVING DAY [2019]
MY MOM 
 HIS PROFESSIONALISM & COMPASSION FOR THE BUSINESS! CANNOT BE REPLACED  &  NEITHER CAN HE.  CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY & [P.S]  I KNOW UP IN HEAVEN HE IS HAVING MORE THAN ONE OR TWO GOOD LAUGH'S WITH MY FAMILY MEMBER'S!  TELLING STORIES ABOUT SOME OF THEIR VISITATION'S!!! R.I.P  SWEET ANGEL

This breaks my heart , The Raines Family gives our deepest and sincerest respect and love and many prayers for Mr. Mike's Family. 
R.I.P. Our Friend 

Mike was my classmate,  I will always remember him with a smile on his face and how he helped me  and my family so many times at the funeral home, he didn't do it because it was his job, he did it because he cared. My deepest sympathy to his family. 

I have known Mike my whole life.  Growing up with Amanda and Kim, I always admired his love of his family.   Our community was also blessed to have his devotion and service for so many years.  From church activities, sporting events, or his constant presence at the Georgiana Funeral Home, he made such an impact to so many.  May God bless his family during this time of loss.  We can only hope to all leave this Earth when our time comes with the legacy Mike left.  With love, Monica Gruenewald-Pate

Sharing your sorrow. I enjoyed being associated with Mike while at Byrd Funeral Home during our years working together.  My heartfelt sympathy to your family and the staff at Johnson Funeral Home.  

Mike was such an asset to Georgiana as well as a caring person. He will be missed by many people.

He will be greatly missed by all. Prayers for the family.

Mike was always a super nice man. He will sincerely be missed. Sorry we didn't know until now of his passing. His family will be in our prayers.  Allen and Judy Wingard

Mike was very compassionate and went out of his way to help us when our MANY family members passed away and came to Johnson Funeral home for service. We will miss his compassion and care and his respect for our family. RIP Mike. You will be missed. 

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing.
When he was Mayor of Georgiana, he was always very helpful and supportive to the Hank William's Fan Club. He will be missed by many.  Prayers and condolences to his family

Mike was a kind compassionate forever friend. He will be missed. Georgiana has lost a Servant and a friend. Prayers for all the family. 

I was so sorry to hear about Mike's passing.   He was a good man and I was happy to know him.  He was such a comfort to my family on several occasions.  Some would say it was just his job, but he truly cared and was a wonderful guide through a difficult process.  He will be greatly missed.  
To Mike's family; my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.  I pray God's grace and comfort will sustain you through this. 

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike has touched so many lives in Butler County. He would give anybody the shirt off his back, even if it was the only one he had. One night at church we were discussing what our jobs would be when we get to heaven. I told Mike that since I was a nurse (Bonnie) and there were not sick people in heaven, I would be out of a job. I told him he would be out of a job also, because there will be no death. He quickly chimed in and said, "Oh, but I can cook!" And that was something he did  very well. Everyone loved his jalapeno dressing and his slaw! If something in our church needed to be done, he just quietly did it. He will be missed!

Mike you good and faithful servant you have done well welcome home. Mike we will miss you but we will be all together one day.
Love Robert and Doris(sister) Pilato and 
( Pops )

Mike was truly a honorable man and will be missed by all the families and friends of Georgiana. There are many descriptions one could use when talking about Mike, but the reason I use honorable is because of one of my favorite memories of Mike. Mike started working for my Mom and Dad at their chicken house on weekends, picking up eggs, when he was just a teenager. One day he and Donnie Hitson went squirrel hunting in Dunham and got lost. Mom and Dad came home from visiting a relative and noticed the eggs had not been picked up; so, they went in and gathered the afternoon eggs. When Mike finally showed up he was so apologetic and embarrassed and was afraid he would be fired. Of course they understood and let it go. Later Mike told Mom how much he appreciated them giving him his first job and that he could work on weekends and have enough money to eat all week in the school cafeteria. Rest In Peace Mike and try not to get lost up there in heaven.

Mike & I were classmates at Georgiana.   He was very professional and kind to my family over the years and especially when we lost our brother, Neal.  It's hard to think of Georgiana without thinking of Mike.  My sincere condolences to his family.  I know he will be missed by many.

Pat and Mike's entire family. My name is Bird Hodges and I was Mike's Market Manager for several years in Alabama. I can say Mike was one of the nicest, most caring person I have ever been associated with. Mike love the funeral business and took care of the families that called him to handle their arrangements. I am a better person because of Mike. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you and the staff of Johnson Funeral Home

I encountered Mike many times over the years at the funeral home. He was always kind and professional. Always giving a smile and comfort to grieving families.  He will certainly be missed by everyone who ever knew , or met him. My thoughts are with his family and friends . 

Georgiana and Johnson's Funeral Home have lost a wonderful man.  I will always remember him for his kindness and compassion.  He will certainly be missed.    

Mike will be greatly missed. Prayer for strength and peace during this hard  time. 


Such a kind soul. I'll always remember the kindness and support that shown to me by Mike and Mr Doug when I lost my daddy! Prayers for the family. 

Truly one of best to represent Georgiana and the people there rest in peace my friend thank you for all your service to all the families at that most precious time we tell someone goodbye

I'm so sorry about Mike he was always so nice. Prayers 

Have known Mike for years growing up. He will truly be missed. He had a compassion for people and always made you feel like family. RIP Mike.

My thoughts and continuous prayers are with not only Mike's family but our community as well. A man who gave his knowledge and leadership to make Georgiana a better place. I'm glad that I was fortunate enough to call him my friend. We will all miss him terribly. 

Sorry about ya'll  lost  praying for family Mike will be miss 

As a Minister in Georgiana, I served many families in celebration of life of loved ones. It was an honor to work beside Mike at Johnson Funeral Home. He displayed such kindness towards me and gracious service to people. It was a pleasure to have worked beside him. I know he will be greatly missed in Georgiana and with his co-workers. My thoughts and Prayers are with his family at this difficult time. 

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Michael Lavoy Middleton

December 8, 1951 – January 27, 2020

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