Michael Patrick Irvin

Michael Patrick Irvin passed on to be with his Lord and Savior on September 17th, 2016, with his family by his side. Michael was a very giving man with a big smile, quick wit and unending love for his family and friends. He was always there for those in need. He will be greatly missed.

Michael was born in Alameda, California, November 29, 1948 to Herbert Wottring Irvin and Marion Ruth Quinn. He lived in the Bay Area of California most of his childhood and graduated from Tennyson High School in 1966. Michael served in the United States Army with a tour in Vietnam. He Graduated from Chabot Junior College 1971, Cal State Hayward 1974 and Colorado State University Masters of Education in 1979. He taught in Poudre School District for 30 years working at Tavelli, Odea and Putnam Elementary.

Michael is survived by his wife of 24 years, Greta Irvin, sons Jonathan and Daniel Irvin, stepdaughter Marla Maxey (Carl) and stepson Jason Van Cleave (Jennifer) and seven grandchildren: Caley and Harper Irvin, Clayton and Caleb Maxey, Sydni, Brody and Grace Van Cleave. Sister Karen Irvin, Irvine, CA, niece Lindsay Drizen (Chris) and son Jackson, nephews Jason and Casey Hunter. Brother, Charles (Shirley) Raley, Millbrook, AL, nephew Scott Raley and neice Teresa Raley. Sister, Joyce Reginato, Redding CA, nephew Mark Nichols and niece Michele Nichols, along with numerous great nieces, nephews and other relatives and close family friends.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Marion Irvin, nephew Michael Patrick Raley and great nephew Matthew Deffebach.

A memorial service will be held at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 2000 S Lemay, Ft Collins, CO on September 30th at 11:00 a.m. A celebration of Michael’s life will be held later that afternoon (details will be available at the service). In Lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations be made to OSLC Youth Ministries in care of Our Saviour Lutheran Church.

There was never a place that Mike didn’t run into a student, parent, co-worker, or friend to reminisce, share conversation and offer a helping hand. He was always available for a homework question, attending sporting events and programs, transportation, and even a weather report if needed. He loved his family and friends and we shared many good times we will all cherish! We miss you my Love, husband, dad, brother, Grandpa, Gramps, Grandpa Mite, uncle and friend. God has a good one in is fold! We Love You!!