For Mike, family always came first, and he cherished time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He enjoyed traveling in his later years, and loved exploring new places to go out to eat with his wife.
At his core, Mike had a servant’s heart. A master electrician, he worked for Ford Motor Company, Hart & Cooley, ran his own business Riley Electric, and retired from Magna Donnelly. He was known for helping those in need, and didn’t think twice about offering his time and expertise to those who needed a helping hand. Mike and his wife Deany also served as missionaries with New Tribes Missions, which would take them to Florida, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Jackson Michigan, and Bolivia. A man of tremendous faith, he was a member of Vertical Church in Zeeland, and proudly served his country aboard the USS Saratoga in the United States Navy.
Mike’s selfless spirit brought joy to many who knew him, and he will be sorely missed.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Augusta, and his sisters Patricia and Jeanne, and beloved family pet Mitzy.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 59 years Caroldean “Deany”;
Their children:
Trish Crabb
Michelle Smith
Tim and Crystal Riley
Lora and Doug Sheneman
11 grandchildren
18 great-grandchildren
Brother David and Dorothy Riley
Sister Nora Jankowski
Family dog Annie
Many nieces, nephews, and loved ones
Visitation will be Thursday, June 20, 2019 from 10:00-12:00pm and 3:00-5:00pm at Lakeshore Memorial Services. Services will immediately follow at 5:00pm at Lakeshore Memorial Services. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
