Mike passed away at our home on the evening of March 17, 2014. Our family watched over him the last week of his life.
Mike was born in Butte, MT on October 3, 1938. He graduated in 1957 from Harlowton High School and went on to earn his BA and Masters Degrees in Education.
He taught and coached in Hinsdale, Chester and Helena. His final educational career was at Capital High School and he was very proud to be a part of that team.
Mike was a wonderful father to Julie and Matt and a proud Grandfather of Mattie, Sawyer, Kaela, Katie and Luke.
Mike and I were married fir 54 years. The last 9 years became a journey for him but we all walked with him to the end.
Special thanks to Shelley and the Hospice nurses.
Donations if you wish can be sent to Hospice or Capital High School.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Deziah Gilliam says
Judy,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss, Mike was a great man and will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Helen Loendorf says
Judy, Julie & Matt
I’m so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing. He was a great person and will be missed by many. You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Marilyn Williams says
Judy, so sorry to hear about your loss. Just had a short visit with Mike not too long ago here at school. He had a Helena High bird house that needed a home. I will miss seeing him at Farmers Market. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Valerie Flansaas & Earl Fred says
Judy I am so sorry for your loss of Mike. He will be missed. You and your family are in our prayers.
curtis & carol hall says
Dear Judy, Matt , Julie and families,
We are so very sorry to hear about Mike , may God help you through your sorrow. We all
have lots of good and funny memories of Mike and I am sure he will live in your hearts
and memories forever. Our deepest sympathy.
Curt, Carol and family.
Mary Prout says
“Mr. Murphy” was the best principal a high school student could have! For as many times as I “visited” him in his office, I think he told my parents about only half of them,, and I wasn’t there voluntarily! He was understanding and willing to give second chances,,,,,, and third and fourth,,, he was awesome. My condolences to the family, you have lost a GREAT MAN!
Keith and Gail Hatch says
What a great man Mike was… He will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him… our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy to Judy, Matt and Shellie and family.
David and Mary Ternes and Family says
Judy ,Matt , Julie and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss!! Mike provided us with so many great memories from high school, hunting, ice fishing etc. He taught us life lessons we will never forget! We will miss the visits we had with him when we would run into each other. May God help you all during these tough times!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!!
Lora Palmquist Cowee says
Mr. Murphy impacted so many lives as a principal. His memory and stories will live on in the thousands of students he guided through his many years. So sorry for your loss-he will be missed.
Cathi & Ron Burgoyne says
Dearest Judy and Family~
Ron and I are so sorry for your very deep loss. We will think of Mike fondly every time we see the bird house in our yard and will share this sad news with our Capital High kids. I’m thankful I was able to see you both so recently. Please know we send our most sincere thoughts during this sad time.
Kathy Orsello says
Dear Judy and family,
I was so saddened to hear about Mike. I will miss his big smile, the warm hugs, and great conversations we had. I will always look back fondly on our time working together at Triple Eight. I have never known anyone that loved to pile brush like Mike did! He was such a sweet man and a dear friend. I know he will be missed by many. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Terri Perrigo says
Goodbye Mike. You were a good, honorable man. I am so glad that through my daughter marrying your son you came into my life. I so enjoyed knowing you these last 13 years. We had lots of laughs, played lots of cards, ate many meals and watched a never-ending parade of horse and sports events together. Love you. Miss you. Until we meet again……..
Gary & Carol Duval says
Judy, Matt & Julie,
We were so very sorry to learn about Mike. He was always so upbeat whenever we met him selling his birdhouses or eating out at Perkins. He will be missed. You and your family are in our prayers.
Karen Bryson says
Dear Judy, Matt & Julie,
I was deeply saddened to read of Mike’s death. Know that you are in my thoughts & prayers. This journey of grief is a difficult one but there is also peace in knowing that his suffering is over. Mike had a great smile and I always enjoyed him…even if it was a summons to his office!
Debbie Kockler says
Judy, Matt & Julie
I am sorry to hear about Mike’s passing; I remember him at Helena High School and him chasing me down the halls and telling me to get back to class. he was a great guy and a good bird house maker. I would stop by and chat with him at Farmer’s Market and he would always take out that picture that I gave him when he was at HHS and we would have a good laugh and talk about the good ole’ days. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Smithe Docktor says
Judy and Family,
Sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Mike was an important part of Education in Helena and especially to CHS. We so enjoyed having visits with Mike thru out the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mary and Peter Carparelli says
Dear Judy, Matt, Julie and Mike’s Grandkids,
Please accept our heartfelt expression of sympathy at this time of such great loss for you all. We cannot begin to know how you feel right now, but we believe that cherished memories of Mike may soften your sorrow.
Pete counts Mike as one of the most influential colleagues in his own professional growth, and is thankful for the pleasure and honor of working with him.
And as we often see a couple of his birdhouses, we will fondly remember his warm and friendly nature.
Bob and Carol Ridgeway says
Judy and family, we were so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing. Mike was a pretty amazing man and we were so glad to know him. Every time we think about him he puts a smile on our face:) I know it’s been a hard few years for your family, but he was one lucky guy because his family loved and cared so much for him. We are sending hugs to all of you, he will be missed.
Ray and Debbie Thares says
Judy:
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Vanessa Tolson says
We knew Mike at the Farmer’s Market, many times he was set up next to me & we always had a good time chatting. I, like many people in town have one of his famous bird houses which every time I look at think of Mike, he was quite the guy. We will miss seeing his smiling face!
Bless you all.
Sharon Fulbright Bailey says
Dear Judy, I’m so sorry to learn of Mike’s passing. We always enjoyed seeing him and hearing of his many interests and adventures. You and your family are in my prayers.
Theresa says
Judy,
I had the privilege of living by, working with, and riding along side Mike when I was growing up in the Helena Valley. Mike introduced me to the world of horses and let me tag along to every roping I could, when I wasn’t playing sports. I am glad to have many memories of Mike and I wanted to share one of my favorite with you. When I was in high school he offered me a job outside of Lincoln on a ranch he rode for after he retired. That summer we spent our time riding and listening to Louis L”Amour books on tape. We perfected our shot with a .22 and rode every inch of that ranch on some of the prettiest property I have seen. It was the best job I ever had. Mike had a tremendously positive influence on my life, he was like a grandfather to me and I will always be grateful for the time I had with him and how much we laughed, and what he taught me and what he gave me through riding horses.
Kelly Dimick says
I am so sorry for your loss!! May God wrap his arms around you all and comfort you.
Mr. Murphy was a great man. My freshman and sophomore yrs at Capitall High were not very productive and I visited with Mr. Murphy a few times discussing me dropping out of school and he kept telling me that I couldn’t!! He must of had more faith in me than I did at the time. I’ve since gone on to college and got my degree. That wouldn’t have been possible if it wasn’t for his guidance and belief in me. Thank you Mr. Murphy!!!
Clark Cleveland says
Judy
I was so sorry to here of Mikes passing. You and Mike were a great inspiration and friends to me when you were in Hinsdale. We also had some great visits at Chester and Helena. My thoughts are with you Matt and Julie. As an Educator he touched a lot of lives
Larry Hanson says
Dear Judy and family
I was so sorry to read of the passing of Mike. I was lucky to have crossed paths with your family twice in my life, as a student that Mike coached in Chester and in the teaching profession in Helena. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers
Jeannette Garay Manning says
To the Murphy Family et al,
What a perfectly beautiful day for a Butte boy named Murphy to leave.; St. Patrick’s day! Mr. Murphy was certainly a force in my much needed discipline in 1985. I will forever have a huge debt of gratitude to him and to you his loving family who shared him with us so freely. I had some good years as an educator that I credit to him and all in the Helena School District who touched my life. I got to return to CHS and apologize to him for the many antics that caused much ruckus. He was ever the professional, and getting to laugh with him while the kids in the hall still revered him was an experience I will never forget. I am sad that he left but, I am so happy to hear of the legacy he left beyond family. We the students who both feared and loved him will now cherish him. Praying for your peace now…
Jeff Coleman says
I’m saddened by the news of Mr. Murphy’s passing, but to this day touched by my family’s intersection in time with him. From venison for the freezer, to a working mower, to some “encouragement” to maintain the straight and narrow, Mr. Murphy went way out of his way to help a single mom and her 2 young boys. I will forever hear his booming voice in my head: “Mr. Coleman, please take that hat off in the building!” Hope God allows lids in heaven! Rest in peace.
Dan Dallas says
Sad to hear of Mike’s passing. Great man and enjoyed the banter back and forth with him. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
Chance & Staci Ferlicka says
Judy and family,
Mike was a wonderful person. We both had the opportunity to “visit” with him as students & adults. Although he liked to act “tuff” he really was a softy. When we think of him he brings a smile to our face. Spike was a true bruin and good friend. We will miss him. Sending hugs and prayers to you all.
Molly Johnson Kaufman says
Murph was such a fixture in all of our lives for so many years. We didn’t always agree, but we always respected him, and he always gave us the respect that we deserved. I remember well the rough voice, but gentle hand in the hall ways of Capital, the big smile, and great laugh that filled our days. I wasn’t usually in his office for getting into trouble, but when I was, he listened to me, went below the surface to find the real reason, and gave solid advice. Mike encourage success in every student he came into contact with, and was proud of each accomplishment we made. Rest in Peace, Mr. Murphy. Your legacy lives on in the many, many lives you have touched, affected, encouraged, and allowed to fly away.
Glenn M. Donaghy says
Mr. Murphy is a super human being. I had the pleasure of having another disciplinarian, much the same as Murph, overseeing my development in college. I am sure the two are sitting down in Heaven comparing notes on the many escapades they suspect I was involved. Vio con Dios Murph
Brent Colbert says
Mr. Murphy was a tough hard nosed principal. Just what we needed when I was at Capital High. I was also able to know him in my adult life. A good man and you will be missed. Thanks Spike!
Nancy Bowman says
Judy, Matt, and Julie…so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories as “Mr. Murphy as a teacher. Sherri so enjoyed staying with you when she was a page at the capital. We praying for you in the days to come. Judy you are like family to my mom and dad!
Palmer Hoovestal says
Mr. Murphy was both a pillar and well-known fixture of the community and there are many, many people who were influenced by him in some way but always in a positive manner. Condolences to Judy, Matt, Julie, and the rest of his family.
Angie Warner Jacot says
Judy and family, As you know Mike was a great person is so many ways. He was my principle in high school and I got in a lot of trouble so I was scared to death of him. But later in life I met the true Mike. It was such a great man and mentor for so many. I didn’t get the chance to work with him at the 888 but I worked there later and saw all the hard work and care he put into it and his bird house hanging there still. I have bought several of his bird houses and have some hung in the trees here in Arizona, he will be missed by all and the birds too they thank him for all the great houses. RIP Mike you deserve it. My prayers are with the family God bless you all
Rob and Karleen Hanson says
Judy, Matt and Julie
So sorry for your loss. Mike was like a dad to us and many others. Such a strong force but a softy on the inside. Our thoughts are with you. Please know we are here for you.
Mark & Mary Thane says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Judy.
Nan Lorge Condit says
Jude, Matt and Julie,
So many great memories with Mike and so many great stories he told in own colorful way. He was a good, honest and fair man and he will be missed by many. I trust he’s roping off a trusty steed and not missing a thing. Sending you all lots of love and light and prayers.
Christina Linguista says
Jude, Matt and Julie,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Murphy he was a great principle. I remember when I was not able to graduate with my class and he encouraged me to come back next year and finish….Thank you Mr. Murphy! My prayers and thoughts are with your family….You will be missed by many Capital High Kids.
Debbie Lamb Johnston says
Please accept my sincere applogize of your loss. Mr. Murphy will always hold a special place in my heart. He and I had a long standing debate on having a Homecoming celebration at Capital High School. It wasn’t until after high school that I got to see the other side of Mr. Murphy a true teddy bear. A year and half ago he came to the Lamb Family Reunion at the Little Red School House with a truck filled with bird houses and I bought one. I look at everyday through my kitchen window and think about him.
Robyn VanHemelryck says
We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Murphy! I was lucky to know him both while attending CHS and also as an adult. Although he was tough on a lot of students at CHS that is what made us all better adults. He was always so friendly whenever he came in to Smitty’s and was always trying to sell me another birdhouse for my Mom. She loved them and still displays them proudly. It was fun to see him at the Bruin games and always had a great sense of humor! He will be greatly missed but I feel lucky to have known him! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!
Dean, Robyn, Kylee, Shelby and Carson VanHemelryck
The Dunlap's says
Murphy Family,
We are so sorry about your loss. We loved Mike and have a lot of fun memories of him. He was a very kind, funny and loving man. All of my bird houses should have some new birds in them when we get home from Seattle in June. Mike will still be the first thing we think of as we drive down our driveway. Mike will be greatly missed, and we are sorry we will miss his service. Tears and Hugs from the Dunlap’s
Ed & Leslie Beniger says
Judi we are very sorry to hear of your family’s lose Mike was a good friend and great man. our thoughts and prayers are with and your family.
Derik Reed says
Aw, crap. Mike was a good guy. He sold me the awning I use at the market, and I saw him each spring at the CHS men’s barbecue before vigilante. He was always very kind to me. I am very sorry to hear of your loss.
Tasa Beatty says
Judy,
I was so sad to hear about Mike. It will never be same at Farmers market. I will miss running into him around town. I will forever cherish my bird house. Hope to see you soon!
Love
Joe, Tasa, Brayden and Aubry Beatty
(Ed Grady’s granddaughter)
Tracy Lloyd-Witter says
Mr. Murphy was a great guy. Even with his gruff exterior he was always so friendly when you would see him in the halls of Capital High or later at the rodeos. I’m sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with your family during this time.
Bill Raaen says
Dear Murphy family, sorry for your loss. Mike was always kind and sunny even on a cloudy day. He recognized me as Klock and some how knew he graduated high school with my mom Marydel Raaen (Klock). The next time he saw me he gave me a picture he took of my mom and classmates on a senior trip. I’m very happy to have it and have shared it with one of their classmates since. The next time Mike saw me he had a Grizzly bird house for me and I immediately hung it in my office. I’m very lucky to have met Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Naomi (Scruton) Rennerfeldt says
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences to all his loved ones. He was a great man…If it wasn’t for this man I might not have made it through High School. There were students that liked him and some who didn’t. The ones who didn’t were ones not following school rules. That only meant he was doing his job right…RIP Mr. Murphy. Thank you for keeping me on the straight and narrow and helping me get through school!!
Traci kelley says
Murphey family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr Murpheys passing. He was such an amazing man thatI had the honor of being an office assistant with. He would always leave us little gifts but never wanted to many “thank you’s” I think he was afraid we would see that soft caring side behind that rough and tough exterior…he never fooled us, he was a sweet caring man and truly impacted the lives of so many students. I hope you all take comfort in knowing how many people loved that man! He will be missed but never forgotten.
Donna Longmire Schwarz says
Mr. Murphey was very good to me. I liked him a lot. Never had to go to his office. but see him a lot in the halls. He was a very good man. Thank you for all you did for the kids. And R.I.P. Mr. Murphey. Have a safe journey. I’m praying for your love ones.
Mary Maltby Gispan says
Prayers and my sincere condolences. Your dad was a terrific guy. I have every confidence that my dad is helping welcome him into his heavenly home.
Cassie Gleason Sabo says
Judy, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mike fondly as Jude’s partner in crime. I can only imagine that they have everything under control up there! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Cassie
Michelle Adsem says
Judy,
It was a great pleasure getting to know Mike and you when you worked at Capital. Now I knew of Mike when he was asst principal at CHS when I went to Helena High. Have to admit, he scared me half to death cuz he was intimidating but he was a great man and I have the utmost respect for him. I’m sorry for your loss and if there is anything I can do please let me know. My mom was sad to hear about Mike too. She really liked you and Mike alot. Remember I’m only a phone call away and a few streets away. See you when I’m walking with Chewie.
Jeff Mosier says
I always had the utmost respect for Mr. Murphy. I can think of a number of times when he looked out for me or cut me a break (even when I didn’t deserve one) when I was a student at Capital High in the late 70s and early 80s . He was also a longtime customer at my dad’s service station and was always kind to me. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Rosie Petrino Ellendson says
I have not seen any of the Murphy’s in years. I was so sad to hear the news. Mr. Murphy was always very kind to me at school. My thoughts and prayers are with Judy, Julie, and Matt.
Lisa DeGroat Goodrich says
My condolences to the Murphy family. May you find comfort in your memories and one another.
Judi Allen says
Judy, Matt, and Julie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Words just cannot express how many lives Mike touched during his life. I enjoyed his talks and the wisdom he could convey with his distinct style. There have been quite a few times in my life when living out of state and having to deal with school administrators and thinking this is not how Spike would have handled this! This school needs him. He lived life large and will really be missed.
My prayers are with you all.
Christopher Mackin says
I spent a good deal of time in the principal’s office and Mr. Murphy was always fair, supportive, empathetic and an overall great guy. As time passes and you grow up you realize more and more how incredible his efforts really were. Nothing but great memories of an outstanding person, educator, Montanan… I hope you find comfort in knowing how many lives he touched and people he helped and believed in, even when they didn’t believe in themselves.
Della Epler says
Sorry to hear about Mike! He was a great person !!! Always had a smile for ya!!! Thoughts & Prayers for you and your family!!!!
Kitty Lou Steen Rusher says
Judy,
My memories of Mike and you go back to the early 1960’s in Hinsdale just at the time I was beginning my teaching career as well. We shared some fun-loving hours. Later when Matt and Sheila lived in Glasgow, our paths intersected again. May happy memories live on for you and yours.
Monica Cutler says
Mr. Murphy was a blessing to a lot of young people as a our high school principal and was a great influence on many of us. He was a pillar of the community and will be missed by many. We are all blessed to have known Mike and he will be missed by all those who were touched by his caring influence that bettered the lives of many people.
Steve Tobiason says
Judy, Julie & Matt
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I have so many great memories of Mike and how well he always treated us as we were growing up. He was much like a father to me and taught me a lot about hunting, sports and life in general. I know he will be missed. My prayers are with you all and i will be thinking of you. God bless.
Bob and Pat Petrino says
Judy, Julie and Matt
We have know Mike for a long time and always enjoyed being around him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bill and Susan Mulcahy says
Judy, Julie and Matt
We were shocked to hear of Mike passing. Our prayers are with you all. I enjoyed working with Mike and especially enjoyed visiting with him at the popcorn stand these last couple years.
He always had a big smile on his face and appeared to be glad to see you. He is a “Butte Boy”who will not be forgotten.
Kevin and Donna Forkan says
Judy and Family~ We just learned of the loss of Mike today. We are so very sorry to hear about this and want to express our sincere sympathy to you all. He was a man of integrity and we had lots of respect for him. You all were such a blessing to us when Donna had the Boardwalk Thrift Shop here in Lincoln and we will never forget your generosity. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our Sincere Sympathy to you all.
Don Murphy says
Judy and Matt. and Julie and Grandchildren!
You are blessed beyond measure to have such an Awesome husband, father and grandpa! He may have left his earth suit behind, but he is in Heaven!
I am so very sorry for your loss. He is watching over you all from Heaven.
He was and always will be a wonderful brother to me! You can call me anytime. Love, Donnie Murphy.
Bob and Diana Vanek says
Dear Judy and Family: Di and I were very saddened to hear of the passing of Mike. Mike was like no other individual we had ever met – he was all “man”, yet so caring and giving to others. We will never forget his personality, friendship, wit and a smile that was second to none. God just got back another good one. Always, Bob and Diana Vanek
John and Aggie Frankino says
Judy, Julie and Matt,
We were so sorry to learn of your loss. Mike was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Aggie Frankino
Jerry Crum says
From the class of 1972 Mr Murphy was a great guiding light he will be missed
Sorry for your loss
Jerry and Diana crum
Connie (Sands) Jerome says
We would like to send our heartfelt condolences to the family. I was a 1977 Graduate of Capital High, My husband a 1973 graduate of Helena High – Mike was a diligent man in keeping peace and restoring order, in the past 10 years we had the chance to meet up and visit with him and he helped assist us in choosing a “stable” step ladder. We often think of him when we are using it. Even in his later years he still cared to keep people safe. He was a gem indeed. Our prayers of comfort to the family – Sincerely, Connie ( Sands) Jerome and Kelly Jerome
Goose and Jan Gregson says
Judy, Matt and Julie, please know that we are thinking of you all at this very tough time. Mike will always be remembered for his generous smile and ability to both scare you and make you laugh. I (Jan) have known him since I entered Helena High as a sophomore in 1973 . He was our “disciplinarian” there was just something about his shaved head, his athletic body and often stern face that truly made you “straighten” up. He was an “Oscar” winner in that role, giving so many of us the tools to “get it right” in life. Yet, the first time you saw his smile and heard him laugh, you saw his heart! Thank you Mr Murphy for your commitment to all of us! You and Jude, behave up there! We are sending you ,Judy, Matt and Julie our love and prayers. Goose and jan
Mary Anne McMahon says
Mrs. Murphy, Matt, and Julie, I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers! Even though there were times that I was “scared” that “Mr. Murphy” was gonna kick all of our butts for doing something we shouldn’t have been doing, And yes, kicking our butts was probably the right thing for him to do, but unfortunately for Matt, he was the only one who had to go home to Murph! He not only helped us all grow up to be respectful and responsible, Mr Murphy also taught us to laugh and enjoy life! I loved the guy! He was the best! His laugh, and that smirky smile on his face are forever etched in my mind. I am so blessed to have known him! Treasure your memories of your husband and dad! I love you all!
Debbie Littell Dodge says
Oh how I loved Mr. Murphy!!! I had numerous encounters with him when I was in high school – mostly for me parking in “non-parking” spots coming back to school (running late) after lunch and creating parking spots close to the front in order to avoid a tardy. He would call me out of class, make me move my car and give me the tardy that I was trying to avoid
I would always try to argue my point and of course there was no point to my behavior. Despite that, he always treated me with love, respect, kindness and well deserved lecturing (with his great smirk)~ Love, love, love that man! My condolences to his lovely family. God Bless!
Dale Hause says
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Mike was always there to support and offer advice. He has touched so many. My condolences and prayers.
Charlie McCarthy says
Tough as nails, he could put the fear of God in the “toughest” kids or the guy knuckled down on the opposite side of the line. A real Western “Bulldog”. It was great talking with him about the days in Dillon, or his son the game warden, or the weather or ………..whatever. I’ve been missing him at Farmer’s Market, and now I know why. I just ran across this website today, July 1, and send my deep sympathy to the family.
Gretchen (Bird) Stenson says
It takes a very special man to be an authority figure for teenagers AND be so loved and respected! I lived to crack him up in highschool (’82) and felt brilliant when I could coax that wry grin! Mr. Murphy you were one-of-a-kind! Blessing to Matt, Julie and Mrs. Murphy. <3
J.R. Johnson says
Spike,
You were a heck of a Principle. Thanks for all your efforts and your sincerity. Happy trails.
Cheers,
J.R.
Bob Winfield says
To the Murphy’s
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Big voids are created when big men leave us. It is the time we spend remembering that helps to fill them. All our best wishes to your family from us.
Carol Ann (Hoell) Dietzen says
Dan and I first knew “Mr. Murphy” when we were Helena High students in the late ’60’s. Later, after we both entered the teaching profession, we worked under him. Mike was a friendly employer, and did his job as Vice Principal at Capital High School very well! He was highly respected and always sought to do the right thing by his family, friends, fellow educators and teenage students. We will miss Mike. God bless his family and him.