On the evening of October 24, 2016 Mikel Pritchett passed away suddenly and unexpectedly form a heart attack while being comforted by a few of his family members. He was at the young age of 26. Mikel was born on August 24, 1990 in Helena, MT to Ann McMillan and Cecil Pritchett.
Mikel left behind a beautiful daughter, Audrey Grace. She was his most special pride and joy and he was an incredible father. HE loved her more than life itself. They loved to go fishing and just spend time together doing anything.
Mikel loved baseball and softball. He was the happiest when he was on the ball field with his team form the time he was a little boy. His dream was to play for the Yankees. He was an incredible pitcher and the mound was his happy place. HE had many close friends from baseball and softball. Everybody loved Mikel. He was so goofy and free spirited and he was the voice of his teams. HE kept them motivated and playing their hardest even when the score was down.
Mikel was preceded in death by his step father, Alan Pocha, and his grandmother, Jennie Betts.
Mikel is survived by the love of his life, Tara Eldridge, their daughter Audrey Grace Pritchett, mother Ann McMillan, step father Tim Achter, father Cecil Pritchett, brothers Shane Betts, Brandon Pocha and Shaun Lecair, sisters Jenna and Jorden Prtichett and Alex Johnson, niece Tatum, nephew Jaxsyn, and many, many other grandparents, aunts, uncles and close family friends.
A memorial service celebrating Mikel’s life will take place at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1610 E 6th Ave, Helena with a reception to follow at Smith’s Place, 3 E Main St., East Helena, MT. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Mikel Pritchett’s Memorial Fund for final expenses made out to Anne McMillan at Rocky Mountain Credit Union; you may walk into either of their locations in Helena or send by mail to 3400 N. Montana Ave, Helena, MT 59601 or to 1820 11th Ave. #A, Helena, MT 59601. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Mikel.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday November 2, 2016
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1610 E. 6th Ave
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following the memorial service to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday November 2, 2016
Smith's Place
3 E Main St.
East Helena, Montana 59635
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday November 2, 2016
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1610 E. 6th Ave
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following the memorial service to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday November 2, 2016
Smith's Place
3 E Main St.
East Helena, Montana 59635
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Lori Cole says
My heart goes out to his family. Sad, thinking of you! Mikie would come over and talk about his baseball games. Notice you in a crowd and always so nice to me and my kids.
Theresa Gardner says
sorry to hear about your loss
Robin Reagle says
My thoughts are with the family! Sorry for the loss! 🙁 He is to young to die! NOW HE IS A GUARDIAN ANGLE
Jeanne Naegele Kohal says
So sorry for your loss Annie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ezra Borquez says
Hey mikey, I know your in a better place and your no longer hurting. We all love and miss u so much u will always and forever be in our thoughts and we will always keep the memories alive. I know your with baby pocha because I can feel him/her move a lot more than usual. I wish we could have more memories together but the ones we had were already awesome like our fishing trips and our hunting trip.
daddy tim says
Mikey way too young to go the Lord has a better plan 4 u let me know how the game is going w you and babe Ruth I love u boy head up buddy u will be missed.
Daniel Thiessen says
Love u my brother…you will be missed my friend…my deepest condolences to his family and friends
Kayla Ann mecca says
Me and Cory both knew Mike brother your gonna be missed will try to come to the funeral Ann and Tim and Shane I’m sorry for your loss
Loni says
I’ve known mike for half my life; he was such a kind, fun person to be around. I’m so sorry to his loved ones.
Kim Stanley says
Anne, Herb and I are sorry to hear about Mikel. He was a great man, amazing father and friend. We are here if you need anything……
Sandy Mcduffie says
So gonna miss that laugh on your face. Enjoyed every game you played for me. Yes you called me your 2nd mom. I’ve seen you in good times abd in bad and always encouraged you to keep your head high and make good decisions. I know how much you loved your daughter and now and look at her anytime you want. God Bless.
mom says
My dearest son. There is so much I want to say. You were a great son. You always stood by me and your brothers. I no u were battling your demons but no matter what u were doing u would stop everything if I needed u. I love you so much and wish I could spend my life with you. A mother is suppose to go before her children. My life is so uncomplete and I will never have u here again. My sweet child mom loves u …rip my beautiful son
Leon and Marsha Belville says
Pam,Tara and family- We are so sorry to here of this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless!
Don and Debi Ruybal says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family Ann.
D. Harris says
Dear Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear loved one and send you my sincere condolences. May you find comfort from God’s word at Revelation 21:3,4 and John 5:28,29. Heartfelt prayers are with you and your family.
Maaliyah says
Losing someone you love is one of the most difficult things a family will ever have to do. The Bible gives support .”Throw all your anxiety on Jehovah because he cares for you” (1Peter 5:7). 2 Corinthians1:3,4 adds “God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials”. What a comforting thought. May you find comfort in these scriptures and in Jesus’ promise, John 5:28,29. My sincere condolences to the family of Mikel
Kristin Basinger says
Tara, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heartfelt prayers are with you, Audrey and the rest of your family. I’m here if you need to talk, or need a hug. Mrs. Basinger
Toni Person says
Anne, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. A memory I have of Mikel is watching him as a six year old do an amazing job as the bat boy at a local Babe Ruth baseball game. I think he stole the show. Glad to hear his love for the sport continued and brought him so much joy. You and your family are in my prayers. Mrs. Person
Cecil Pritchett says
It’s been a really hard week and today we lay you too rest mikel. Don’t know how I will through this by losing you. This is the hardest thing I ‘ve ever had to do. Love you miss you already mikel so much regret and guilt don’t think I will ever get pass this.
Chuck McGurn says
Mikal, one of the best baseball players to grow up in this town. Prayers go out to your family and especially your baby girl. You will be missed young man.
Rebecca Foor says
My sincerest sympathies for the loss of your son, brother, boyfriend and daddy. Ann-May the Lord reach down and hold your family tight as you go through this trying time. To his Tara and Audrey, I wish you the very best…. I never met Mikel but I heard he was a terrific person…. his memories will live on with you forever…..❤️