Mike was born on 01/08/1967 in Denton, Texas to Richard Artus, and Jill Artus-Green.
He graduated from Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon with his Masters of Arts in Speech Communications, and a Bachelor of Arts in Geography.
He taught for Oregon State University, Linn Benton Community College, and OSU-Cascades in addition to Central Oregon Community College, where he accepted a full-time position as an Assistant Professor of Speech, teaching on all 4 campuses (Bend, Redmond, Prineville, and Madras). During his teaching career, he taught public speaking, interpersonal communication, small group communication, and a listening class just to name a few. He had a true passion for teaching, music (Metallica was his favorite), camping, fishing, hunting, all sports, and spending quality time with his family and friends.
Mike is survived by his loving wife Shelly Artus of 21 years, Benjamin (Son), Zandalee (Daughter), Mya and Josie (Granddaughters), Stetson (Grandson), Richard Artus (Father), Jill Green (Mother), Laina and April (Sisters).
A Celebration of Life will be held at Wickiup Reservoir in July 2024 (Time TBD). All are welcome to join us in celebrating this amazing man I have been blessed to call my husband, a dad, and the BEST GRAMPY EVER! Please be ready for some Metallica, bring any stories, or memories you would like to share in honoring this wonderful guy.
If you would like to make a donation in Mike's honor to help our community and students with anything they may need to help further their education, the list below is only a small number of projects and fundraisers that he and his students worked on to make a difference in the lives of others.
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA)
Central Oregon Veterans Outreach (COVO)
Central Oregon Community College (COCC)
The family would like to thank Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center for their excellent care and compassion while he was in the ER, ICU, and Hospice. We would also like to thank Rogue Valley Funeral Alternatives in Medford, Oregon for their compassionate care, and professional services.
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